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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

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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)

07-14-2026

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Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 100 Emancipation Drive Hampton VA 23667

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 100 Emancipation Drive Hampton VA 23667 To all Offerors/Bidders

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The purpose of this amendment is to update the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

A. The Performance Work Statement has been updated to add section 14. Certifications.

B. The updated Performance Work Statement is included on pages 2-4 of this amendment.

C. There are no other changes as a result of this amendment.

Emily Donahue

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A.1 Performance Work Statement (PWS)

1. Scope The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and transportation necessary to perform complete grounds maintenance services at the Charles George VA Medical Center campus in Asheville, North Carolina. Services shall ensure exterior grounds remain safe, clean, and visually maintained for Veterans, staff, and visitors.

2. Period of Performance The period of performance shall consist of one (1) base year plus four (4) option years.

3. Place of Performance All work shall be performed on the grounds of the Charles George VA Medical Center campus including turf areas, landscaped beds, sidewalks, parking areas, building perimeters, and other exterior areas identified by Environmental Management Services (EMS).

4. Contractor Responsibilities Turf Maintenance – Mow all accessible turf areas during the growing season maintaining turf height between 3–4 inches.

Edging – Edge sidewalks, curbs, and landscape beds to maintain defined borders.

Litter and Debris Removal – Remove trash, sticks, and debris during each service visit.

Shrub and Hedge Maintenance – Trim shrubs and hedges to maintain health and appearance.

Tree Maintenance – Minor pruning of ornamental trees as needed.

Weed Control – Apply pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides in landscape beds and hard surfaces.

Seasonal Services – Provide spring cleanup, summer weed eating, fall leaf removal, winter debris inspections and winter snow and ice removal.

5. Work Schedule Work shall normally be performed Monday through Friday during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated with Environmental Management Services.

6. Safety Requirements The contractor shall comply with all VA safety policies and OSHA regulations while performing services on VA property. Contractor personnel shall wear appropriate PPE and maintain safe work areas that do not interfere with patient care operations.

7. Quality Control The contractor shall maintain a quality control program to ensure services meet contract requirements. Environmental Management Services will conduct inspections to verify performance.

8. Performance Standards

9. Deliverables Routine grounds maintenance during scheduled service visits Seasonal cleanup services Removal and disposal of landscape debris Coordination with EMS for service scheduling

10. Task Orders

10.1 Weekly Weed Eating Services (June–September)

The contractor shall provide weed eating and trimming services on all designated grounds areas, fence lines, building perimeters, sidewalks, curbs, parking lots, and other locations identified by the COR.

Service shall be performed once per week from June 2026 through August 2026.

Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, fuel, and materials required.

Services shall be invoiced on a per-occurrence basis after COR verification.

No payment shall be made for weeks in which service is not performed.

10.2 Snow and Ice Removal Services (November–March)

The contractor shall provide snow and ice removal services on an as-needed basis for roads, sidewalks, entrances, parking lots, loading docks, and other designated areas identified by the COR.

Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, and deicing products required.

Services shall be performed upon notification by the COR or when weather conditions require immediate response.

Services shall be invoiced on a per-occurrence basis after COR verification.

No payment shall be made unless services are requested and performed.

11. Government Responsibilities Environmental Management Services will identify service areas, coordinate access as necessary, and designate a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to monitor contractor performance.

12. Payment Invoices shall be submitted Monthly in Arrears.

13. Point of Contact The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) designated by Environmental Management Services will serve as the primary point of contact for contractor coordination and performance monitoring.

14. Certifications Vendors performing the services must have the following certifications at the time of award and throughout the life of the contract:

· North Carolina Landscape Contracting License

· Turf and Ornamental Pesticide License