36C24220B0033 0001 Modular Building Amendment.docx

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER

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9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

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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

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

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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)

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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)

06-05-2020

528-20-3-5297-0005

528A5-19-533

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2 2875 Union Road Suite 3500 Cheektowaga NY 14227

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2 2875 Union Road Suite 3500 Cheektowaga NY 14227 To all Offerors/Bidders

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Edward Kostolansky Contracting Officer

The purpose of this amendment is to respond to RFI questions and update bid opening instructions.

RFI Responses:

1. There appears to be a Fire Alarm system required yet there is no specification, NOR any requirement shown how/where to tie into an existing system. Answer: Spec Sect 13 34 23.13, 2.3 Items to be provided as part of the Modular Bldg. Pkg., C2i. Fire alarm system, self-contained alarm and detectors. Will not be tied into any existing systems.

1. Are 120v circuits needed at the exterior Generator. Answer: no

1. E-002 Wire and Cable refers to the use of MC cable yet under Raceway and Boxes A.1 refers to all wire to be run within conduit, please clarify. Answer: run all wire in conduit.

1. There appears to be a Door Access Control system yet there is no specification, NOR any requirements shown how/where to tie into an existing system. Answer: The contractor is to run conduit and pull string to junction boxes as detailed in the drawings. The VA will install access control hardware.

1. Since this is a rental / lease, will you consider breaking out the price/cost schedule into:

4. Delivery / Install / Utilities

4. Base Year Lease

4. Option Year 1 lease

4. Option Year 2 Lease

4. Teardown / Removal Answer: This is an Invitation for Bids, and one bid price for the complete project is expected at the bid opening.

1. Please confirm the due date is 6/17 as sam.gov has a different due date. Answer: Yes, the bid opening is scheduled for 6/17/20 at 11:00. Any mailed bids must be received prior to the date of the bid opening.

1. Please consider extending the period of performance beyond 120 days. A period of performance of 180 seem relevant for the amount of site work and manufacturing required for this project. Answer: extend PoP to 180 days

1. Drawing CD-100 references abandoned 2” underground oxygen line. Does this have to be removed or will remain? Answer: lines will remain, detail on drawings is informational only.

1. Who is to responsible for providing the generator, GC or government? The general notes and keyed notes “by civil contractor.” Answer: GC is responsible for providing the generator.

1. Can some other type of aggregate be used under the modular building then gravel pavement? Answer: Spec Sect 31 20 11, 2.1E calls for NYSDOT type 2 subbase, will be used.

1. Per drawing AI-100 it appears you have gutters and downspouts only on one end of the building. This would not be typical for our construction as we would have water shedding to the hitch end and opposite the hitch end. Please explain. Answer: Spec Sect 13 34 23.13, 2.3 Items to be provided as part of the Modular Bldg. Pkg., A6 Roof drainage – gutters and downspouts as shown on drawings.

1. Per drawing EL-100 and ES-003 you have the mechanical equipment on one panel and the remaining electrical items on another panel. This is very problematic and will cause the modular builder to have an enormous amount of cross-overs between the modules in order to home run the electrical to one location. We propose an alternative design utilizing sub-panels throughout the building and having the mechanical equipment, lighting and general circuitry all on the same sub-panels throughout the building and then home run these panels to a main panel within the electrical room. Answer: this is an acceptable alternative design.

1. Where applicable, can the smoke detectors be located in the ceiling rather than wall mounted? Answer: As long as it meets all code requirements.

1. Does the building need to have a fire suppression/sprinkler system? I ask because not identified in section 13 34 23. 13 Part 1 - General 1.1 Summary. With square footage of 9,972 may not need. Answer: Not required

1. What value are the performance and payment bonds based on. Since this is a 3-year lease and not a sale. Is the bond to be based on the one-time charges, one times and full-term rental? Answer: The bonds will be based on the total price that is bid for the solicitation.

1. The drawings indicate a nominal modular unit size for each modular unit of 12x60. Specification section 13 34 23.12 indicates a nominal modular unit site for each modular unit of 12x64. Please confirm the correct dimension. Answer: The specification states nominal dimension, not actual dimension, refer to the drawings for actual dimension. Each unit will be 12X60, refer to architectural floorplans for required dimensions and layout.

1. Section 2.3, Item B.1 of specification section 13 34 23.13 appears to indicate that temporary foundations will be acceptable (Above Grade Drystack CMU piers on ABS pads). Is this correct? Answer: Specification does not state ABS pads, drawings and specifications require crushed stone pad under the entire assembled modular unit.

Revised Bid Opening Instructions

Project No. 528A5-19-533

Due to COVID-19 concerns and direction from the NYS Governor for social distancing, we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure everyone’s safety. The requirement for solicitation submission of bids criteria has changed. In accordance with FAR 14.202-8, send all submission documents via email to Tanya.Baldwin@va.gov No Later Than (NLT) 10:30AM EST on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. Bids received after 10:30AM will NOT be accepted.

All Contractors providing an electronic bid submission must still meet all requirements listed under “Bid Submission” in the original IFB announcement. The previously scheduled bid opening for Wednesday June 17, 2020 at the AppleTree Mall 2875 Union Road Suite 3500, Cheektowaga, NY 14227 has been changed to a teleconference reading of the bids. Contractors can call 1-800-767-1750 at 11:00AM EST and enter participant code 00547 # to join.

**These bids will be kept in a folder unread until 11:00AM when they will be opened and read to the public**

After all bids have been read, the apparent low bidder shall submit the signed original copy of the bid and all required documents, including bonds via mail to: Tanya Baldwin AppleTree Mall 2875 Union Road Suite 3500, Cheektowaga, NY 14227

Files should be in Adobe* PDF (Portable Document Format) Files: Size: Maximum size of the e-mail message shall not exceed five (5) megabytes. If the size limits are exceeded, the VA may not receive the file and/or you may not be considered. Only one email is permitted. This email should contain at least three separate attachments:

· One (1) signed SF1442 with amendments acknowledged.

· One (1) complete signed SF 24 Bid Bond and Power of Attorney.

· One (1) safety or environmental violations and experience modification rate.

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

See attached document: CHW-1 - Plan View (20200421).

See attached document: 585A5-19-533_Addendum-01_20-05-29.

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