S06 Amend. A0002 to 36C24420R0086 9-17-20.docx

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09-17-2020

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00244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4

00244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24420R0086 09-17-2020

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This amemdment is issued to incorporate the information starting on page 2 of this amendment.

The proposal due date is extended to October 09, 2020. All proposals are due by 2:00 pm local time

All other solicitation information remains unchanged.

Solicitation Modification #A0002 to 36C24420R0086 Page 2

The following information is incorporated and becomes part of this solicitation and any resultant contract:

Drawings:

· Delete Dwg. A112A Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. A112A Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. A112B Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. A112B Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. A401 Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. A401 Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. A402 Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. A402 Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. A701 Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. A701 Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. AD102A Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. AD102A Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. AD102B Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. AD102B Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. E102A Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. E102A Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. E102B Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. E102B Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. ED102A Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. ED102A Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. ED102B Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. ED102B Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. ET001 Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. ET001 Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. ET102A Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. ET102 Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. ET102B Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. ET102B Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Dwg. P102B Rev. Original and replace it with Dwg. P102B Rev.1 dated 9/17/2020

Specifications:

· Delete Spec. 00 01 10 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 00 01 10 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Spec. 00 32 33 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 00 32 33 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Spec. 08 80 00 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 08 80 00 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Spec. 09 05 16 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 09 05 16 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Spec. 09 91 00 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 09 91 00 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Spec. 10 28 00 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 10 28 00 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

· Delete Spec. 27 52 23 Rev. Original and replace it with Spec. 27 52 23 Rev. 1 dated 9/17/2020

Questions and Responses Create Clinical Space Building #18 Request for Proposal 36C24420R0086 Date of Responses – 09/17/2020

Question #1 It is noticed “nurse call and code blue systems” called out in the table of contents volume 1 specification 00 01 10 Page 3 and in the legend of drawing ET001; however, unable to locate nurse call on the drawings or a nurse call written specification section (27 52 23). Is nurse call included in this solicitation?

Response: A nursecall system will be required in all individual patient restrooms with a call station at the check in desk. The drawings/specs are currently being updated to reflect this.

Question #2 Drawing A801, A802 and A803 – Furniture & Equipment, the plans show various furniture and equipment including, but no limited to chairs, storage files, workstations, clocks, computers, and whiteboards. Does the contractor supply and install the furniture and equipment as shown on these plans or is this done by the VA? If it is up to the contractor, please provide specifications and/or product information for these items.

Response: All of this furniture will be provided and installed by the VA.

Question #3 The specification Table of Content lists Spec. Section 10 22 13 Wire Mesh Partitions; however, Spec Section 10 22 13 is not included in the manual. Are there wire mesh petitions included in this project? If so, please provide the appropriate specification section.

Response: No Wire Mesh Partitions are required.

Question #4 As this is a federal project, will it be exempt from state taxes? If yes, please provide the tax-exempt ID number. If this job is not exempt, please provide the tax percentages to be utilized.

Response: This project is NOT exempt from state and local taxes. The contractor is responsible for paying any and all taxes. No tax-exempt ID number will be provided.

Question #5 Specification 01 32 16.15 Para. 1.9A - A monthly schedule update meeting will be held on dates mutually agreed to by the COR and the Contractor. Contractor and their CPM consultants (if applicable) shall attend all monthly scheduled meetings. Can we use WebEx and share screen technology to conduct this meeting in lieu of having the scheduler on the project site?

Response: This will be evaluated in a case by case basis. Many times, on site walk throughs will be required during these meetings.

Question #6 Specification 01 32 33 – This specification has been omitted yet is referenced in the Table of Contents. We have questions about these requirements based on how the specification is written such as if AutoCAD Integration capability, multi-user access on web-based platform, as examples are required. Please provide specification and allow us the opportunity to ask additional questions as this specification can be very expensive dependent upon how it is written.

Response: Specification section 01 32 33 Photographic Documentation is included with this submission.

Question #7 Specification 01 35 26 Para 1.7C - “however, the SSHO has to be a separate qualified individual from the Prime Contractor’s Superintendent and / or Quality Control Manager with duties only as the SSHO”. Based on the long duration and smaller size of each phase can this requirement be waived to allow the Superintendent to also act as the SSHO onsite?

Response: The spec section is correct on this requirement.

Question #8 Specification 01 35 26 Para 1.9B – A certified Safety Professional (CSP) with specialized knowledge in construction safety or a certified Construction Safety and Health Technician (CSHT) shall randomly conduct a monthly site safety inspection. The CSP or CSHT can be a corporate safety professional or independently contracted. The CSP or CSHT will provide tier certificate number on the required report for verification as necessary. Can these inspections be conducted by the SSHO?

Response: No. This would be conducted by a different individual.

Question #9 Specification 01 45 00 – There is no section 01 45 00. Is a QC Manager required onsite at all times? Can the Superintendent act as the QC Manager as well as the SSHO?

Response: There is no spec section 01 45 00 for this project. Part of the submission is to describe how you, as the contractor, will manage the QA/QC process.

Question #10 Specification 01 45 00 – There is no section 01 45 00. If this specification is added, can the QC Inspectors be provided by the subcontractors or must they be direct hires by the General Contractor?

Response: There is no spec section 01 45 00 for this project. Part of the submission is to describe how you, as the contractor, will manage the QA/QC process.

Question #11 Specification 01 00 00 – What is the minimum quantity of General Contractor personnel required to be onsite while work is being performed. What are their titles?

Response: A qualified superintendent must be on site during any period which work is being performed. This individual is required to posses an OSHA 30 hour certification.

Question #12 Specification 07 84 00 Para 1.5C - Inspector Qualifications: Contractor to engage a qualified inspector to perform inspections and final reports. The inspector to meet the criteria contained in ASTM E699 for agencies involved in quality assurance and to have a minimum of two years’ experience in construction field inspections of firestopping systems, products, and assemblies. The inspector to be completely independent of, and divested from, the Contractor, the installer, the manufacturer, and the supplier of material or item being inspected. Submit inspector qualifications. Will the VA provide these inspections by the qualified inspector.

Response: The qualified inspector will complete these inspections and the results will be provided to the VA.

Question #13 Specification 07 92 00 Para 1.3D – Preconstruction Field-Adhesion Testing: Before installing elastomeric sealants, field test their adhesion to joint substrates according to Method A, Field-Applied Sealant Joint Hand Pull Tab, in Appendix X1.1 in ASTM C1193 or Method A, Tail Procedure, in ASTM C1521.

1. Locate test joints as directed by COR.

2. Conduct field tests for each application indicated below:

a. Each type of elastomeric sealant and joint substrate indicated.

b. Each type of non-elastomeric sealant and joint substrate indicated.

3. Notify COR seven (7) days in advance of dates and times when test joints will be erected.

4. Arrange for tests to take place with joint sealant manufacturer’s technical representative present. Will the VA be responsible for these tests as they were not listed in 01 49 00? ?

Response: The purpose of this field test is to verify that the products will adhere to the actual field conditions. These tests are the responsibility of the contractor.

Question #14 Specification 07 92 00 Para 3.6A1 – Extent of Testing: Test completed elastomeric sealant joints as follows:

a. Perform 10 tests for first 305 m (1000 feet) of joint length for each type of elastomeric sealant and joint substrate.

b. Perform one test for each 305 m (1000 feet) of joint length thereafter or one test per each floor per elevation.

will the VA be responsible for these tests as there are not identified in 01 49 00?

Response: There is no section 01 49 00. The VA is not responsible for this test.

Question #15 Specification 09 30 13 Para 3.15A - Test floors in accordance with ASTM C627 to show compliance with codes 1 through 10. This is destructive testing for a finished floor. We believe this may be a miss-print for this testing after finished floor. Do you really want this test done on the finished tile?

Response: No destructive testing will be required, unless the VA has a reason to believe the product was not properly installed and additional testing may be required.

Question #16 Specification 09 91 00 – Specification has a DRAFT watermark. Please confirm this is the bid specification.

Response: Specification 09 91 00 has been updated to remove the watermark.

Question #17 Specification 26 01 00 Para 3.9A – Contractor, at his own expense, shall make any tests directed by an inspection authority or by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and shall provide all equipment, instruments and materials to make such tests. For bidding purposes please confirm if any of these tests are to be by a 3rd party contracted directly by the GC and if yes, please identify those tests.

Response: Typically, no additional third party tests are required.

Question #18 Specification 28 05 13 Para 2.8A – Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to evaluate cables. Does the testing agency need to be contracted by the GC or can the factory perform the testing?

Response: Factory testing is acceptable.

Question #19 Specification 28 05 13 Para 3.10B – Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing and inspecting agency to perform field tests and inspections and prepare test reports. Does the testing Agency need to be contracted by the GC or can the Installer perform the testing?

Response: The installer can complete this testing.

Question #20 Drawing HD102B – Detail 1 on Sheet HD102B is titled HVAC - FIRST FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN - AREA B. Please confirm that this should read HVAC - SECOND FLOOR DEMOLITION PLAN –

AREA B.

Response: It is an HVAC demolition plan.

Question #21 Drawing P102A – Keynotes 6 & 9 on P102A identify work on the 1st floor above ceiling is to be performed at night and on weekends. Please clarify what 'After Hours' represents since abnormal shift work carries a premium cost.

Response: This work will be required to be completed outside of the normal working hours for the affected area. This could vary depending or area and day of the week.

Question #22 Drawing P102B – Keynotes 3 & 5 on P102B identify work on the 1st floor above ceiling is to be performed at night and on weekends. Please confirm that these areas will be accessible 'After Hours'.

Response: If the VA is requiring the contractor to work “after hours”, then the VA will obviously be able to grant access to these areas during those hours.

Question #23 General – Existing Freight Elevator: are there any special requirements or time limitations for using the existing freight elevator? Will temporary protection be required for use of freight elevator?

Response: There are no limitations on times; however, the freight elevators are shared with VA maintenance. Any debris or materials being brought in or out will need to be covered.

Question #24 General – Existing Freight Elevator: please provide dimensions for existing freight elevator.

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Question #25 General – Existing Loading Dock: are there any special requirements or time limitations for use of building loading dock?

Response: There are no restrictions on times; however, the loading is to be shared with the maintenance shops.

Question #26 General – GC Temporary Field Office: will there be space available in Building 18 for Contractor use or shall we figure on providing trailer/storage unit outside if needed for our use?

Response: Space will not be provided by the VA for this purpose.

Question #27 General – Dumpsters: are there any issues placing dumpsters around building on the existing lawn space directly below current construction phases? If we deem this the best fit, will the government allow us to pull window units (one per phase) and provide a trash chute to dumpster on ground floor?

Response: Areas on the lawn will be made available for debris disposal out windows (dumpster/chutes, hoppers, lift, etc); however, the contractor will be responsible to ensure the area is properly secured, maintained and any damage to the grass must be regraded and reestablished with new grass.

Question #28 General – Elevator Lobby & Bathroom Construction: we have figured all work to be done on "off hours" as shown on construction documents. We have assumed no work will take place in this area during "normal" working hours; however, we will need to provide temporary pedestrian passageways through the construction zone. Are there any other special requirements we need to include for this area?

Response: A secure barrier will be required to separate the public from the construction. All infection control and fire protection requirements must also be met.

Question #29 General – Will you be distributing the contractor sign-in sheet from the walk-throughs that took place the week of 8/24/20?

Response: See Attached Sign-In Sheet to this amendment

Question #30 Specification 28 08 00 – Commissioning: will we need to provide commissioning for each Phase of construction as they finish up or would we only be required to provide final commissioning at the completion of all 3 Phases?

Response: All formal commissioning can be completed either at the time of project completion, or as the phases complete. This will be at the discretion of the contractor.

Question #31 Specification 27 05 11 – Existing Tele/Data Closet location: please provide a drawing showing the location of the existing closet.

Response: The IT closet is located in room 106A

Question #32 Specification 28 13 00 – Existing Access Control Equipment location: please provide a drawing showing the location of the existing access control equipment.

Response: Access control equipment is located in room 106A

Question #33 Specification 28 13 00 – Access Control: per specification we are to tie into existing facilities access control system and all components shall be compatible with existing systems. Please provide specifications for existing access control system.

Response: All tie into the existing system will be done through Siemens, as found in the sole source justification.

Question #34 General – Please confirm what "After Hours" consists of for calculation of Premium Costs.

Response: Outside of normal business hours for the department. Some days may be after 5:00 PM and some days may not be until after 8:00 PM.

Question #35 General – Will the cost of permits be covered through the owner, sub-contractor, or GC?

Response: All costs of permits are covered by the General Contractor.

Question #36 What is the anticipated start date?

Response: Contract award can be up to 120 calendar days after proposals are received.

Question #37 Please confirm that duct cleaning by mechanical methods is not required if the duct is protected during construction. If duct cleaning is required, is it required for only new duct or does it also apply to existing duct?

Response: Any duct work which is left open and unprotected will need to be cleaned.

Question #38 May unlisted manufacturers equipment be submitted for approval as an equal after the contract is awarded?

Response: If the manufacturers equipment is not listed on Brand Name or Equal table listed in the solicitation (see provision 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal), then the contractor can submit as an equal after the contract is awarded.

Question #39 Are coordination drawings required by all trades?

Response: YES.

Question #40 Is this a Best Value Bid?

Response: This solicitation is a Request for Proposal, Best Value – Trade Off.

Question #41 The HVAC demo plans call for the demo of the steam valve actuator only at the steam convectors. The HVAC new work plans call for the steam control valve and actuator to be replaces. Which is correct?

Response: Steam control valves AND actuators are to be replaced as shown in the new work plans.

Question #42 Key Note 2 on drawing H102A and H102B calls for all steam and condensate piping to be re-insulated. Dies this apply only to the risers on the second floor or all piping on the second floor? Also is removal of the existing insulation required and fi so does it contain any hazardous material Response: The phrase “re-insulated” only refers to the risers on the second floor as also described in Keynote 2 of the drawings mentioned above. Per the specifications, the materials used for insulation material will not be considered hazardous upon removal.

Question #43 Please refer to Item (g) on page 8 of 70 of the Solicitation. Will the deadline for Technical Questions be extended?

Response: The Government does not intend to extend the deadline for Technical Questions past the September 08, 2020 deadline.

Question #44 Amendment Number 0001 does not contain an Effective Date in Block 3 of Standard Form 30. Please advise.

Response: See attached revised Amendment Number 0001 which adds the effective date in block 3.

Question #45 Please confirm that the “Movable Partitions” detailed on Drawing A102B are to be Manually Operated.

Response: That is correct.

Question #46 The Finish Schedule on Drawing A701 indicates ACT3 for Room 219; however, the Reflective Ceiling Plan on Drawing A112A indicates E.T.R. Please advise.

Response: Ceilings in Elect Rooms 219, 220, 240, and 275 ceiling shall be exposed.

Ceilings in Rooms 221, 247, and 259 shall be ACT3.

Ceilings in Rooms 222, 246, and 260 shall be existing to remain. Refer to updated drawings.

Question #47 The Finish Schedule on Drawing A701 indicates E.T.R. for Room 240; however, the Reflective Ceiling Plan on Drawing A112A indicates GWB. Please advise.

Response: Ceiling in Electrical Room 240 shall be exposed. Refer to updated drawings.

Question #48 The Finish Schedule on Drawing A701 indicates ACT3 for Room 247; however, the Reflective Ceiling Plan on Drawing A112A indicates ? Please advise.

Response: Room 247 shall be ACT3. Refer to updated drawings.

Question #49 Accessories Schedule on Drawing seems to be indicated and / or possibly required at location other than that specifically shown on Drawing A401 such as those locations on Drawing A403 (example 5/A403). Please advise. Please also refer to 2/A801.

Response: VA to provide soap dispenser and paper towel dispenser(s) for every toilet room, exam room, triage room, med room, staff lounge, and kitchenette sink, including those not shown on A401; contractor is to install all dispensers. VA to provide glove dispenser and contractor to install at every exam room, triage room and acupuncture room, included those not shown on A401.

Question #50 Keynote 6 on Accessory Legend shown on Drawing A401 does not indicate CPCI or OPCI in the Comments Column. Please advise.

Response: OPCI

Question #51 Specification 10 44 13 , Fire Extinguisher Cabinets does not indicate Fire Extinguishers; however, drawing G002 does. Please advise.

Response: During the period of construction, fire extinguishers are required to be provided and maintained by the contractor. Once construction is complete and the VA has taken occupancy, then the contractor will no longer be responsible for providing fire extinguishers.

Question #52 Detail 7/A102B indicates “Note: Typical at Each Convector at Every Perimeter Window Location”. Is the extent of this work requiring a new 30” x 30” Perforated Metal Grille governed by Keynote 1 on Drawings H102A, H102B, and H401 which does not equate to every perimeter window location? (appx. 80 of the existing 115 Window locations). Please verify Response: Detail 7/A102B is correct. Construction of wall type S3 at perimeter walls will require removal and replacement of all convector grilles at all exterior window locations in Areas A, B, and C.

Question #53 Please confirm that all Furniture and Equipment shown on Drawings A801, A802, and A803 shall be Provided (Furnished and Installed) by the VA or by the VA’s Separate Contractor(s).

Response: All furniture will be provided and installed by the VA.

Question #54 The following Specification Sections are identified in the Table of Contents – Section 00 01 10; however, are not contained within Project Manual Volume I. In addition, the work referenced by the Sections do not appear on the Drawings. Sections include: 10 21 16 Shower and Dressing Compartments, 10 21 23 Cubicle Curtain Tracks, and 10 22 13 Wire Mesh Partitions.

Response: Sections are not required, Table of Contents will be revised and reissued.

Question #55 The work of Specification Section 10 14 00, Signage, is not identified in Detail, Plan or Schedule. Please Advise.

Response: Signage is provided by the VA and installed by the contractor. Remove specification section 10 14 00 Signage.

Question #56 The work of Specification Section 09 72 16, Vinyl-Coated Fabric Wall Covering, is not identified in Detail, Plan, or Schedule. Please advise.

Response: This specification refers to Wall Protection WP-1 and WP-2 as listed on A701 and detailed on locations on elevations and Finish Floor Plans.

Question #57 Specification Section 10 28 00 is identified in the Table of Contents – Section 00 01 10; however, it is not contained within Project Manual Volume I. Please advise.

Response: Section will be included with this submission.

Question #58 Glass Types are not indicated on Drawing A601 for Door Type D8 and Frame Types F2 and F3. Please advise.

Response: Refer to Specification Section 088000 Glazing for glass types at Door D8 and Frame F2. The spec section has been updated to identify glass type at Frame F3.

Question #59 Please provide glass thickness for Door Type D9 and Frame Type F6 schedule on Drawing A601.

Response: Refer to Specification Section 088000 Glazing for glass types and thicknesses at all doors and frames.

Question #60 Please identify the location of Room 2B100, Staff Toilet, Scheduled on Drawing A701.

Response: This room does not exist and has been removed from the Finish Schedule. Refer to the updated drawings.

Question #61 Please confirm the extent of the “Tackable Surface Direct Applied to Wall (TB-1)” indicated on Detail 5/A404. The Materials List on Drawing A701 indicates the Registration Desk; however, Detail 5/A404 is also used at Acupuncture (Elevation 5/A403) and TMS Control (Elevation 8/A403) Response: TB-1 shall only be included at elevations 4, 5, 6 and 7 on A402. It is not required at Acupuncture or TMS Control. Refer to the updated drawings.

Question #62 Exhibit B – Subcontractor Information and Consent Form that was issued as part of the Solicitation, contains Sections which were part of Exhibit A – Part 2 requirements of previous VA Solicitations and were separate from the form applicable to proposed Exhibit B Subcontractors and/or Teaming Partners. Please advise.

Response: Offers are to provide what is currently requested for this specific solicitation. What was requested in previous solicitation are not applicable.

Question #63 Please clarify the location of existing panel MSB-18.

Response: The main electrical room for building 18 is room 18A, which is located in the basement of Building 18 across from the elevators, next to the stairwell.

Question #64 Should the floors be pained in the Electrical rooms – 219, 220, and 275?

Response: No. The floors may remain bare concrete.

Question #65 Are the Perforated Metal Grills shown on drawing A102B/7 to be field painted?

Response: Perforated Metal Grilles shall be Factory primed and painted in field to match adjacent wall color as stated in Interior Finish Materials List on drawing A701 and in specification section 05 70 00 Ornamental Metal Grilles.

Question #66 Is the sprinkler pipe shown on Drawing F102A and B be painted? This sprinkler pipe arrears to be above the ceiling tile.

Response: Paint sprinkler piping as specified in Section 21 13 13, Paragraph 3.1, P.

Question #67 Where is the location of Staff Toilet 2B100? It is referenced in the finish schedule but not shown on the drawings.

Response: This room does not exist and has been removed from the Finish Schedule. Refer to the updated drawings.

Question #68 Will a signage plan (A710) be issued?

Response: All signage will be provided by the VA and to be installed by the contractor. A plan showing all sign locations will be provided.

Question #69 Is there a specification for the Video Windows (3) at the Veterans Lounge 201?

Response: Refer to specification section 27 41 14 Video Window.

Question #70 Is floor underlayment required for possible floor elevation differences between existing rooms after walls have been removed?

Response: All floors will be required to be level prior to installing finished floor product.

Question #71 Is there a specification for whiteboards – there is none included Response: No white boards will be provided by the contractor.

Question #72 What is the extent of re-insulation of existing steam and condensate piping per Keynote #2 on drawing H102A. Is it limited to risers only?

Response: The phrase “re-insulation” refers only to the risers on the second floor of the drawings. All other new work piping will be insulated as noted.

Question #73 Confirm the number of copies of the proposal due. Para 2.3 and 2.4 (page 10 of the solicitation) list two different quantities required.

Response: Offers are to submit three (3) hard copies of Volume I along with a CD. Offers are to provide one (1) hard copy of Volume II.

Question #74 Water coolers (tags P608 and P609 EWC) shown on plumbing floor plans P102A & B. These fixtures were not included in the plumbing fixture schedule so it is not clear what the Government would like the GC’s to include in their proposals.

Response: Tag P-608 has been added to plumbing floor plan P102B. Refer to updated drawings. The water coolers are specified in Section 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures, Paragraph 2.10.

See attached document: Amend #A0002 Drawings 9-17-20.

See attached document: Amend. A0002 Specifications 9-17-20.

See attached document: S06 Amend #A0001 to 36C24420R0086 - Revised 8-13-20.

See attached document: S04 Sign in Sheet- Site Visit - Create Clinical Space Bldg. 18.

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