36C24423R0144 0003 - Westmoreland CBOC.pdf

Department of Veterans Affairs

AMENDMENT TO REQUEST FOR LEASE PROPOSAL (RLP)

1. RLP No. 2. Amendment No. 3. Effective Date 4. Page Of

5. ISSUED BY

6. Description of Amendment

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 1, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect

7. Name and Title of Signer (Type or Print) 8. Name and Title of Contracting Officer (Type or Print)

9. Offerer 10. Date Signed 11. United States of America 12. Date Signed

By (Signature of Person Authorized to Sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

36C24423R0144 0003 1 3

36C244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4 Specialized Team 353 North Duffy Road Butler PA 16001

The purpose of this amendment is:

1. Provide questions and answers raised during the solicitation period, see pages 2-3.

No additional questions or clarifications were raised pertaining to the RLP or Exhibits.

Roberta Smiley

Request for Lease Proposal / Solicitation # 36C24423R0144 | Pittsburgh, PA Westmoreland Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)

Questions and Answers

Number Vendor Question Government Response 1 Is the geographical map for the delineated area able to be adjusted?

No, the delineated area for the solicitation is a go/no-go requirement that has been identified and approved based on the mission need. A submitted proposal can be in or abounding the delineated area. If a submitted proposal is located outside of the identified area, the proposal cannot be considered further.

2 The 5 years soft term, will each year need to be renewed or will they be automatic?

The soft term means the part of the lease term following the end of the firm term and does not require renewal to continue. This information can be found in Exhibit A, Section

2.01 “Definitions.”

3 Are there any warranty implications, any minimums required for any items included in the building?

These items would fall under shell, and there is not a warranty minimum requirement as the VA wouldn’t own these items. It is the Lessor’s responsibility to decide on desired warranty to mitigate risk.

4 Regarding the PACT Design Guide-do the architects listed within this document need to be used?

No, the VA does not recommend or require Lessors use the architects listed within the PACT Design Guide. The VA only has a relationship with the Lessor of record. The Lessor is responsible for selecting all subcontractors they wish to use.

5 Is there prohibition on subleasing to offer space to the Government?

RLP Section 3.06 provides guidance to answer this question. Please reference 3.06 paragraph D.

6 Is there a LEED requirement for this lease?

The lease requires either a Green Globes or LEED certification. The requirement is included in the draft Lease (Exhibit A) as well as the RLP.

7 Has the Government considered an SDVOSB set aside for this procurement?

The Government always considers the possibility of set aside in accordance 38 U.S.C. After investigation, this procurement is being solicited using full and open competition.

8 Is there a specific NAICS code that can be referenced for this requirement? What are the SBA size standards, if any?

RLP Section 1.14 and the draft Lease (exhibit A) provide guidance to answer this question.

Please reference RLP Section 1.14 paragraphs A and B.

9 Is the due date for this procurement still June 21, 2024? Has there been an extension?

All offers for this procurement are due by June 21, 2024, by 4:30PM EST. Late proposals may not be evaluated. An extension has not been issued.

10 When does the actual timeline (of 365 or 485 days) begin. At time of contract award or at Day 125 after the gov't reviews and accepts the CD's?

This requirement is addressed in the draft Lease (Exhibit A) section 4.01A. The duration for the design and construction for existing buildings will not exceed 365 days from award. The duration for the design and construction for new buildings will not exceed 485 days from award.

11 Are all the TI's going to be paid in one lump sum or is the government reserving the right to amortize the TI improvements over the term?

This requirement is addressed in draft Lease (Exhibit A) Section 1.08. It is the VA’s intent to pay Tenant Improvements (TI) in lump sum upon completion, VA inspection and acceptance of space. However, the VA reserves the right to amortize the TI.

12 Regarding GSA Form 1217 (Exhibit G): Since there are specific services that are going to be provided, would those job titles be required to be paid according to the corresponding DOL Wage Determination?

This requirement is addressed in draft lease (Exhibit A) Section 3.01.

13 Regarding GSA Form 1217 (Exhibit G): Is Solid and Medical Waste removal to be included in this section, or will the Government handle that contract and cost directly?

This requirement is addressed in the Agency Requirements (Exhibit B) Statement of Work- Environmental Services Section 1A. The Lessor shall be responsible for non-hazardous and biohazardous waste.

14 Would the Government consider an extension for this procurement due date?

This question has been previously answered.

Please review the answer to question #9 above.