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140F1B23Q0012 x x copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted ; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR

OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted , such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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Falls Church VA 22041 5275 Leesburg Pike FWS Construction & A/E - BIL/Disast FWS Infrastructure

06/08/20230001

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12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended , by one of the following methods: (a) By completing

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

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CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return __________________ copies to the issuing office.

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14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140F1B23Q0012

Questions (Q) and Answers (A)

Q1: Is this solicitation limited to specific IDIQ contractors?

A1: No; the requirement was solicited open market to all small business concerns.

Q2: We noticed no mention of live animals. Is it your intent to have live animals?

A2: No.

Q3: If you want live animals, is the design of life support systems in the contractor's scope?

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15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

Tina Baker

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9 A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect .

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A3: NA.

Q4: What is the project budget?

A4: The budget is not divulged.

Q5: What sort of additional lighting needs to be provided up and above the base building's lighting?

A5: Whatever the exhibit contractor feels would best illuminate their proposed exhibits.

Q6: The solicitation mentions preliminary lighting -- Are track lights from the ceiling part of the exhibit contractor's scope?

Specifically. the solicitation mentions "The

Exhibit Contractor shall consult with and propose to the Service energy efficient lighting and electrical elements, verifying the proper location for track lighting for spot or floodlights, the need for additional lighting, as necessary, and stub outs.'' Who is responsible for this? The exhibit contractor or the base building contractor?

A6: The exhibit contractor is responsible for all additional lighting not covered in the blueprints for the new visitor center.

Q7: What is behind the due date of December 15, 2024? If we proposed an alternate time frame, would this be judged unfavorably?

A7: The proposed date is to coordinate with the final construction of the new visitor center so that the new visitor center is open to the public with new exhibits as soon as possible. Yes, an alternate timeframe may be proposed.

Q8: Can you describe the expected level of exhibitry in the multipurpose room and hallway?

A8: Up to the vendor to propose.

Q9: When will final images and object lists be shared with the design team?

A9: As soon as possible after contract is awarded. The object list includes a variety of bird, mammal and reptile mounts, and exhibit components in a variety of states of repair/need for rehab.

Q10: How many meetings are required in person?

A10: At least three, Pre-design, 35% and 95%, Continued ...

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Q11: What is the level of AV expected on the project? Low, medium or high?

A11: Medium to High AV needs including AV equipment for video and projection viewing and audio in multipurpose room.

Q12: What is the overall budget for the project?

A12: See answer to Q4.

Q13: What is the envisioned complexity of the exhibits?

A13: Up to vendor to propose.

Q14: Who is responsible for the lighting design?

A14: Vendor is responsible for all lighting design and installation beyond what is in the blueprint for the new Visitor Center.

Q15: Are there any visit evaluation or stakeholder meetings required as part of the contract?

A15: Yes

Q16: What is the approximate square footage of the hallway to the visitor center? Do you anticipate filling this space with exhibits?

A16: The approximate Square footage of the back entrance hallway is 200 sq. ft. Yes, this hallway should include exhibits.

Q17: Approximately how many exterior waysides are anticipated? Will there be any exterior exhibits beyond waysides? What is the square footage of the gathering plaza and patios?

A17: No waysides are planned. Exterior exhibits will be minimal, but contactors imagination would be appreciated.

Q18: Is visitor center brochure text development and/or graphic design in scope?

A18: No

Q19: Approximately how many audiovisual experiences are anticipated for the space?

A19: Other than our short film of the refuge that we provide for visitors, at least two additional audio visual experiences would be preferred.

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Q20: Is image acquisition in the contractor's scope?

A20: The refuge does have available imagery, but contractor will need to secure imagery if needed.

Q21: Do you have any drawings or models of the space that can be shared for use in our conceptual designs?

A21: No, other than the architectural drawings, nothing else is available.

Q22: Is there a target budget for this project?

A22: See answer to Q4.

LIST OF CHANGES: Amendment provided to answer vendor questions and to include a new provision.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN UNCHANGED.

Period of Performance: 09/01/2023 to 12/15/2024

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52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services—Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products or Commercial Services.

The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision—

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition.

(1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to— https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_204_26 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_212_3 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_204_26 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_212_3 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_204_25

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to—

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) ( https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services".

(d) Representation. The Offeror represents that—

(1) It □ will, □ will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation.

The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds "will" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and https://www.sam.gov/

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that—

It □ does, □ does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds "does" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.

(e) Disclosures.

(1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision.

If the Offeror has responded "will" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment—

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services—

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision.

If the Offeror has responded "does" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment—

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services—

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

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