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140G0221Q0067 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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DENVER CO 80225-0046

204 DENVER FEDERAL CENTER

PO BOX 25046

USGS OAG DENVER ACQUISITION BRANCH

05/06/20210001

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

FACILITY CODE CODE

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)CODE 6. ISSUED BY

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

05/06/2021

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.

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

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

A. The purpose of this modification is to answer questions submitted during the open

Question and Answer period and to update the On Site Point of Contact.

B. The questions and their answers are as follows:

1. The stipulated transport time is 14:30-15:00 and 22:00-23:00hrs. Does this mean that we will dedicate the boat and captains time from 14:30 to 23:00 and/or 7:00 in times of overnight stay at Cocos?

A. No, the captains are free to leave and do other activities during those times. They can also stay, but we will not be compensating them extra for doing so.

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

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

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

Marian Gordon

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Previous edition unusable

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 .

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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2. In times of overnight stay at Cocos where we will pick them up at 7:00hrs, are still to transport them back to Cocos at 14:30-15:00?

A. Transportation can have some level of flexibility based on reasonable working conditions. It is unlikely that this scenario would be requested, as camping will be periodically done to avoid daily boat transportation.

3. Is there a dedicated mooring area at Merizo pier for this project already? If not, should we consider mooring charges?

A. No, personnel are delivered directly to the shore. Boat captains are asked not to moor at a pier due to biosecurity concerns and the possibility of transporting brown tree snakes.

4. Is there any minimum compensation should the project or contract be dissolved or discontinued due to Client's reasons?

A. No. The contractor will be compensated only for the services provided.

5. Is there any cost consideration for emergency transport service outside the stipulated time?

A. USGS understands that emergency transportation with minimal notification may have additional fees.

6. Will this charter service require a Deckhand?

or Just the boat driver?

A. Only a boat driver is required.

7. What are the highlighted sections on Page 15 of 17?

A. The highlighted sections on part of FAR

Provision 52.204-24 that needs to be read, completed, and returned as part of the bid package.

8. When should invoices be sent? Every two weeks, monthly?

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ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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CONTINUATION SHEET

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A. Either bi-weekly or monthly is acceptable.

9. When the USGS crew are on Coco's (not camping) it appears that the hours are covered in points 4 and 5 and the operator would be available for emergency pick up. There does not seem to be a provision for when they are camping.

When they are camping would one need to have a captain on call in Merizo village, with the vessel in the water in case of an emergency pick up requirement? What is meant by being capable of completing an emergency pick up?

A. Emergency pick-up is meant to cover situations in which moderate medical situations require personnel to be removed but would not immediately warrant calling coast guard (for example, sprained ankle, heat fatigue, inclement weather such as tropical storms).

10. Are there any other required documents that need to be submitted with the RFQ?

A. 1) Coast guard certification with a Captain¿s license. 2) FAR Provision 52.204-24, highlighted sections filled in.

11. Will we need to provide security costs for the boat at the marina while waiting for the pick-up and drop off times or during standby times? Or is there a security provided by you already?

A. USGS will not provide security or cover any costs associated with security or the use of a

Marina.

C. The On Site Point of Contact is hereby changed from Patrick Barnhart to Logan Huse and will be reflected in the final award.

D. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Period of Performance: 06/01/2021 to 08/08/2022

Contract Specialist: Cheryl Theeke, (303)236-9329, Email: ctheeke@usgs.gov

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

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FAR (48 CFR) 53.110