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5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

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7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

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6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED

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1. CONTRACT ID CODE

FACILITY CODE

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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:

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

E. IMPORTANT:

is extended,

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ 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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

(REV. 11/2016)

is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office.

is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

15C. DATE SIGNED

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

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.

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER

BY

Contractor

16C. DATE SIGNED

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

STANDARD FORM 30

PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243 (Type or print) (Type or print) (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

(Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (If other than Item 6) (Specify type of modification and authority) (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

(If required)

(SEE ITEM 11)

(SEE ITEM 13)

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CHECK

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13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 00004 03-12-2018 528A6-17-607 00242 Network Contracting Office 2 Bath VA Medical Center 76 Veterans Avenue Bath

NY

14810 00242 Same as Block 6

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24218B0202 02-05-2018

X X X

See page 2 and 3 for a description of questions and answers

MARK D. SIMONSON

Contracting Officer

CONTINUATION PAGE

Amendment 4, page 2

Question: Please refer to the Project Manual 36C24218B0202-003 and clarify the intent/scope of the project.

1. The following specification sections are listed in Section 00 01 10 Table of Contents, however the specification itself is not included in the body of the manual: 090516 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes; 096519 Resilient Tile Flooring; 099100 Painting; 251010 Advanced Utility Monitoring System.

2. The following specifications are included in the body of the manual, however the sections are not listed in the Table of Contents: 079200 Joint Sealants; 087113.11 Low Energy Power Assist Door Operators; 088000 Glazing; 096800 Carpeting; 102800 toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories.

Answers: 1. The following specifications need to be included in the construction documents and have been attached to this RFI response: 09 05 16, 09 91 00.

2. The specification Table of Contents has been updated to include the specifications that were in the body, but not included in the TOC.

Question: Please refer to the Project Manual 36C24218B0202-003 and clarify the intent/scope of the project.

1. The following specification sections are listed in Section 00 01 10 Table of Contents, however the specification itself is not included in the body of the manual: 028211 Traditional Asbestos abatement; 028213.19 Asbestos Floor Tile and Mastic Abatement.

Answer: Please see attached, referenced specification sections.

Question: 1. The following specification sections are listed in Section 00 01 10 Table of Contents, however the specification itself is not included in the body of the manual: 087100 Door Hardware.

Answer: Please see attached specification for Section 08 71 00 Door Hardware.

Question: 1. confirm that cubicle curtain track is by the VA and the specification is for information only.

Answer: he VA will provide the curtain track.

Question: confirm that painting is by the VA and the specification is for information only.

Answer: Painting is to be provided by the contractor.

Question: 1. Please refer to drawing nos. A-101, A-103, A-104, I-102 and I-103 which show Thermofoil cabinets and solid surface products. Please clarify if a specification(s) will be issued for these products, or are we to base our bid on the drawings only.

2. Please refer to drawing nos. A-151 which shows new ceiling layout and I-100 which calls out ACT-1 and ACT-2. Please issue a specification for the ACT ceiling work that include the grid system and any other accessories.

Answer: Please find attached specifications for cabinets, countertop and ceilings.

Question: 1. Drawing AD-101 hex note 10 calls for radiator covers to be demolished, the plan shows six (6). Drawing A-103 hex note 10 calls for new radiator covers, the plan shows five (5). Please confirm that this is correct.

2. Drawing A-502 detail ① Plan calls for sheet metal, top and sides, to direct heat. Is this existing? If new should it be shown on drawing M-200 and specified in Division 23?

Answer: 1. A-103 should call for (6) new radiator covers. 2. The sheet metal is new and should be provided per that detail.

Question: 1. Spec Section 085619 Pass Windows describes a sliding glass aluminum framed pass window. We are unable to find such an item on the drawings. Please advise where this/these may be located.

2. Drawing A-001 detail ④ Window Type shows Marks A and B on the Window Schedule, and the elevation cuts are 03, 04, and 05 which show a stainless steel framed opening. This item appears to be a Specimen Pass-Thru which is often specified with toilet and bath accessories. Please advise if a specification will be issued.

Answer: 1. Spec Section 085619 Pass Window should be omitted. It is not used on this project.

2. Spec Section 10 28 00 has been amended to include a specification for a specimen Pass-Thru as indicated on the drawings.

Question: Would it be possible to get clarification on the type of Water Closet requested for the Bath VA Lab Waiting and Blood Draw Renovations? It appears on Drawing P-500 detail 3 to be a wall mounted ADA water closet and in spec section 22 40 00 – 2.6 Water Closet, it calls out to be a Floor Mounted Bariatric Water Closet. Also the Flush Valve are different in each location, spec & drawing detail. Please advise.

Answer: The drawings are correct, the specifications have been modified to match the drawings and remove the conflict.

Remove existing specifications that were issued with the original IFB and replace with attached revised specifications.

See attached document: S02 - Revised Specifications_ Blood Draw and Lab Waiting Area_Bath NY.