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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

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(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.

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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.

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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.

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 05-27-2026 630-26-3-6080-0177 36C528 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2 3495 Bailey Avenue Building 3, 2nd floor Buffalo NY 14215 36C528 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2 3495 Bailey Avenue Building 3, 2nd floor Buffalo NY 14215 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24226Q0595 05-19-2026

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a. The purpose of this amendment is to answer questions from interested vendors.

b. See page two for answers to questions from interested vendors. All changes detailed in response to vendor questions are incorporated into the attached Statement of Work (SOW). The attached SOW hereby replaces the SOW included in the original solicitation document.

d. The period to submit questions is closed.

Christopher Weider Contracting Officer

1. Sections 4.1.1.1 through 4.1.1.14 (excluding 4.1.1.3) appear to describe standard annual Medical Gas Inspection (MGI) requirements; however, they are listed under Quarterly Preventive Maintenance. Could you please confirm whether these services are required quarterly or annually?

Ans: Quarterly

2. Sections 4.1.1.2 bullets 2 and 3 reference particulate testing for each zone. Particulate testing is generally conducted following a pipeline breach, verification activity, or suspected contamination event rather than during routine MGI services. While we can include quarterly particulate testing, this would substantially increase pricing. Additionally, current documentation does not provide enough detail to accurately determine the number of zones requiring testing.

Ans: 4.1.1.2. is hereby amended to read:

Test Medical Air system gaseous purity. (Oxygen Concentration, Gaseous Hydrocarbons, Liquid Hydrocarbons, Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, etc.).

· The Contractor shall perform particulate contamination testing in accordance with NFPA 99 using a 0.45-micron filter device on twenty-five percent (25%) of all medical gas zones at the outlet most remote from the source. Based on the current inventory, Brooklyn VAMC has fifty-four (54) Zone Valve Boxes and requires testing of a minimum of fourteen (14) zones, and Manhattan VAMC has seventy-one (71) Zone Valve Boxes and requires testing of a minimum of eighteen (18) zones. If any tested outlet fails particulate testing requirements, testing shall be expanded to all remaining zones.

3. Sections 4.1.2.1 through 4.1.2.6 also appear consistent with standard annual MGI requirements but are listed under Quarterly Preventive Maintenance. Please clarify whether these services are required quarterly or annually.

Ans: Section 4.1.2. is hereby amended to read:

Medical Surgical Vacuum System Pumps and Compressors

4.1.2.1. Pumps and compressors shall be maintained during quarterly PM’s.

· Contractor shall test compressor run times and efficiency.

· Test check valves, check inlet filters, check rotation, check dryer valves and check torque belt.

· Test dewpoint and monitor sensor.

· Test auto drains, volts, amps and alternation.

Section 4.2.5. is hereby added to the Annual Testing Requirements:

4.2.5. Medical Surgical Vacuum System:

4.2.5.1. Test area alarms for proper pressure switch location and alarm function

4.2.5.2. Test each Vacuum inlet for available flow rate SCFM

4.2.5.3. Test operational pressure tests at each station outlet/inlet

• Test each Vacuum inlet for proper function, identification, adaptation, and mechanical integrity.

• Identify leaking/malfunctioning inlets

• Identify inlets delivering substandard vacuum/flow rate

4.2.5.4. Test all Vacuum zone valves for proper function, identification, and mechanical integrity

4.2.5.5. Check Vacuum system components for proper installation (i.e.: Brazing, Labeling, Hanging, etc.).

4.2.5.6. Check for crossed lines.

4. We respectfully request the same clarification for Sections 4.1.3 and 4.1.4 regarding quarterly versus annual performance requirements.

Ans: Sections 4.1.3. and 4.1.4. and all subsections contained within are hereby removed from Section 4.1. (Quarterly Preventative Maintenance) and relocated to Section 4.2. (Annual Testing) as Sections 4.2.6. Dental Air System and 4.2.7. Dental Vacuum System.

5. Section 4.2.1.3 references particulate testing for each Oxygen zone. Please confirm whether this testing is required for every zone.

Ans: Section 4.2.1.3. is hereby amended to read:

The Contractor shall perform Oxygen particulate contamination testing using a 0.45-micron filter device on twenty-five percent (25%) of Oxygen zones at the outlet most remote from the source. Manhattan VAMC: 71 zones (18 minimum), Brooklyn VAMC: 54 zones (14 minimum), and St. Albans CLC: 8 zones (2 minimum).

6. Section 4.2.2.1 references particulate testing for Nitrogen systems. Please clarify whether testing applies to each zone or a single representative sample.

Ans: Section 4.2.2.1 is hereby amended to read:

Test area alarms for proper pressure switch location and alarm function

· The Contractor shall perform Nitrogen particulate contamination testing using a 0.45-micron filter device on twenty-five percent (25%) of Nitrogen zones at the outlet most remote from the source. Manhattan VAMC: 71 zones (18 minimum), Brooklyn VAMC: 54 zones (14 minimum), and St. Albans CLC: 8 zones (2 minimum).

7. Section 4.2.3.2 references particulate testing for Nitrous Oxide systems. Please clarify whether testing applies to each zone or a single representative sample.

Ans: Section 4.2.3.2. is hereby amended to read:

Test Nitrous Oxide system for concentration

· The Contractor shall perform Nitrous Oxide particulate contamination testing using a 0.45-micron filter device on twenty-five percent (25%) of Nitrous Oxide zones at the outlet most remote from the source. Manhattan VAMC: 71 zones (18 minimum), Brooklyn VAMC: 54 zones (14 minimum), and St. Albans CLC: 8 zones (2 minimum).

8. We also noted that Brooklyn VAMC Master Alarms do not appear to be included in the equipment list. Please confirm whether this equipment should be included within the scope.

Ans: Yes

9. We respectfully recommend considering the addition of Boom (Flexible Hose) Inspections. We noted references to boom outlet types at Brooklyn VAMC.

Ans: Agreed.

Section 4.2.8. is hereby added and reads as follows:

4.2.8. Boom (Flexible Hose) Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

4.2.8.1. Brooklyn VA has 10 articulating booms with 8 gas outlets per boom.

4.2.8.2. The Contractor shall perform annual inspection, testing, and preventative maintenance of all articulating booms and associated flexible medical gas hoses/connectors in accordance with NFPA 99, NFPA 70, OSHA requirements, Joint Commission standards, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable VA/VHA directives.

· Inspect flexible hoses/connectors for leaks, wear, cracking, corrosion, kinking, and deterioration.

· Verify secure hose connections and proper gas-specific indexing.

· Test all boom-mounted outlets for proper pressure/vacuum, flow, identification, and mechanical integrity.

· Verify proper boom articulation, movement, and mounting/support integrity.

· Leak test hose assemblies and fittings under operating pressure.

· Verify outlet labeling and alarm functionality, where applicable.

· Document deficiencies, repairs, and corrective actions in the inspection report.

· All work shall be performed by ASSE 6030/6040 certified personnel and coordinated with the COR and facility staff.

See attached document: SOW_ NYH Med Gas 5.27.

Medical gas systems preventative maintenance and testing at the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System (Brooklyn, Manhattan and St. Albans campuses)