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7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

STANDARD FORM 1449

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

36C24727Q0073

36C24727Q0073 10-30-2026

Joseph E. Horn 404-431-6148 11-27-2026

8AM EST

36C247 Department of Veterans Affairs VISN 7 Network Contracting Office LaVista Business Park - Bldg A 2008 Weems Road Tucker GA 30084

X 100

X

561210

$47 Million

Net 30

N/A

X

36C544

See Delivery Address

Department of Veterans Affairs VISN 7 Network Contracting Office LaVista Business Park - Bldg A

FMS-VA-2(101)

Financial Services Center PO Box 149971 Austin TX 78714-9971

See CONTINUATION Page

One Time Chiller Tube Cleaning Service

VISN-7 VA MEDICAL CENTER

Vendor shall provide all material, travel, labor, and supervision required to perform One Time Chiller Tube Cleaning Service for Columbia VAMC in accordancie with attached Performance Work Statement / Statement of Work.

Questions shall be submitted by 11/13/2026 by 12pm EST.

Answers will be posted Est by 11/27/2026

Quoter shall be registered and active at System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov at the time of

POC for this RFQ is Joseph E. Horn, Joseph.Horn@va.gov

See CONTINUATION Page

X X

Joseph E. Horn Contract Officer

Table of Contents

SECTION A

A.1 SF 1449 SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

B.2 STATEMENT OF WORK / PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

B.3 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

B.4 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.2 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY

2014)

C.3 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS

(DEVIATION APR 2026)

C.4 52.223-23 SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.5 52.240-91 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

C.6 VAAR 852.219-73 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SET-ASIDE FOR CERTIFIED

SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

C.7 VAAR 852.219-75 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

C.8 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

D.1 WAGE DETERMINATION 2015-4429

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION AUG 2025)

E.2 ADDENDUM to 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION AUG 2025)

E.3 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.4 52.240-90 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS REPRESENTATIONS

AND CERTIFICATIONS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.5 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB

1998)

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

1. Contract Administration: All contract administration matters will be handled by the following individuals:

a. CONTRACTOR:

b. GOVERNMENT: Contracting Officer 36C247 Joseph E. Horn

VISN 7 Network Contracting Office LaVista Business Park - Bldg A

2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with:

[X] 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System For Award Management, or

[] 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears:

a. Quarterly []

b. Semi-Annually []

c. Other [x] Upon Completion and Approved Inspection

4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.

VA.Registration@Tungsten-Network.com https://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS: The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the Solicitation numbered and dated as follows:

AMENDMENT NO DATE

https://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp

B.2 STATEMENT OF WORK / PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

One-Time Chiller Tube Cleaning Services

1. General Information

1.1 Requirement

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Columbia Healthcare System, WJB Dorn VA Medical Center, requires one-time chiller tube cleaning services for two chillers located in the facility’s Chiller Plant.

The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, travel, equipment, tools, supplies, materials, and incidental services necessary to complete the work described in this Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement (SOW/PWS).

1.2 Facility Background

The WJB Dorn VA Medical Center is a 216-bed medical facility providing acute medical, surgical, psychiatric, and long-term care services. The facility is located in Columbia, South Carolina, and provides primary, secondary, and selected tertiary care.

2. Place of Performance

WJB Dorn VA Medical Center 6439 Garners Ferry Road Columbia, SC 29209

Work will be performed in the facility’s Chiller Plant.

3. Period and Hours of Performance

3.1 Period of Performance

The period of performance shall begin on the date of contract award and shall not exceed two months.

3.2 Normal Working Hours

Work shall be performed Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., excluding weekends and federally observed holidays.

Overtime is not authorized unless approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

3.3 Federal Holidays

The following federally observed holidays shall be excluded from the normal hours of performance:

• New Year’s Day — January 1

• Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. — Third Monday in January

• Washington’s Birthday — Third Monday in February

• Memorial Day — Last Monday in May

• Juneteenth National Independence Day — June 19

• Independence Day — July 4

• Labor Day — First Monday in September

• Columbus Day — Second Monday in October

• Veterans Day — November 11

• Thanksgiving Day — Fourth Thursday in November

• Christmas Day — December 25

When a holiday falls on a weekend, the federally observed holiday will apply.

4. Government Points of Contact

A Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and/or Alternate Contracting Officer’s Representative (ACOR) will be designated for this requirement. Written notification of the designated COR/ACOR will be provided to the Contractor after award.

The Contractor shall coordinate all scheduling and access requirements through the designated

COR/ACOR.

The Contractor shall not make changes to the scope, schedule, equipment requirements, or other contract terms without written authorization from the Contracting Officer.

5. Equipment Covered by This Requirement

The Contractor shall provide cleaning and related services for the following Trane chillers:

Chiller Manufacturer Model Serial Number Chiller No. 1 Trane CVHF770 L03M08208 Chiller No. 2 Trane CVHF770 L08L05174

6. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall complete a one-time service for each chiller. The work shall include, at a minimum, the following:

6.1 Safety and Preparation

a. Coordinate the work schedule with the COR/ACOR.

b. Perform all required lockout/tagout procedures before beginning work.

c. Clearly barricade or block off the work area before work begins and maintain the barricades throughout the work as necessary to prevent unauthorized personnel from entering or disrupting the work area.

d. Protect Government property and surrounding equipment from damage, contamination, or other adverse conditions resulting from the work.

e. Secure all tools, equipment, materials, and work areas during breaks, lunch periods, and at the end of each workday.

6.2 Draining and Disassembly

For each chiller, the Contractor shall:

a. Drain the evaporator and condenser as required to perform the work.

b. Remove the heads from both ends of the condenser.

c. Remove piping as necessary to facilitate access and cleaning.

d. Remove only one head from the evaporator.

e. Properly protect, store, and preserve removed components during the work.

6.3 Tube Cleaning and Testing

The Contractor shall:

a. Clean the condenser and evaporator tubes using methods appropriate for the equipment and consistent with applicable industry standards and manufacturer recommendations.

b. Perform Eddy Current testing of the tubes.

c. Provide the Government with a written Eddy Current testing report identifying the equipment tested, test results, deficiencies, and any tubes or areas requiring attention.

d. Notify the COR/ACOR of any condition that may affect safe operation, reliability, or continued service of either chiller.

6.4 Automatic Tube Brush System

For each chiller, the Contractor shall:

a. Replace the brushes in the condenser automatic tube brush system.

b. Provide brushes compatible with the automatic tube brushing systems manufactured by Water Technology of Pensacola, Inc.

c. Replace the basket clips on each condenser basket.

d. Replace up to 25 baskets per chiller, for a maximum total of 50 baskets for both chillers.

e. Provide replacement components that are compatible with the existing automatic tube brush systems.

6.5 Reassembly and Operational Check

The Contractor shall:

a. Reinstall the condenser and evaporator heads.

b. Reinstall all piping removed during the work.

c. Ensure that components are properly aligned, secured, and sealed.

d. Remove all tools, materials, packaging, and debris from the work area.

e. Check the operation of each chiller after completing the work.

f. Report any abnormal operating condition, leak, damage, deficiency, or other area of concern to the COR/ACOR before demobilization.

7. Contractor Responsibilities

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, transportation, travel, equipment, tools, supplies, materials, replacement components, and incidental services required to perform the work.

The Contractor shall:

• Perform the work in a professional and workmanlike manner.

• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements.

• Use qualified personnel experienced in servicing commercial water-cooled chillers.

• Protect the facility, equipment, and occupants during performance.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

• Remove all debris generated by the work from the facility at the end of each workday.

• Promptly notify the COR/ACOR of conditions that prevent or delay performance.

• Obtain approval from the COR/ACOR before proceeding with work that is outside the stated scope.

8. Check-In and Check-Out Requirements

The Contractor and all Contractor service personnel shall check in and out with the Engineering Control Center (ECC), Building 100, before beginning and upon completion of required services.

This requirement is necessary to establish the location and contact information of Contractor personnel while they are working at the facility and to support emergency communications during normal working hours.

9. Safety and Site Requirements

9.1 Lockout/Tagout

The Contractor shall perform all required lockout/tagout procedures before beginning work.

Lockout/tagout activities shall be conducted by trained and authorized personnel in accordance with applicable requirements.

9.2 Work Area Control

The Contractor shall clearly identify and barricade the work area. Tools, equipment, and materials shall not be left unsecured in open or accessible areas.

9.3 Tools and Equipment

Tools and equipment shall be removed from open areas or stored in a secure location during breaks, lunch periods, and at the end of each workday.

9.4 Debris and Housekeeping

The Contractor shall maintain the work area in a clean and orderly condition. All debris, waste, removed materials, and packaging generated by the Contractor shall be removed from the facility upon completion of service each day, unless otherwise directed by the COR/ACOR.

9.5 Smoking

The WJB Dorn VA Medical Center is a smoke-free campus. Smoking is prohibited on the campus.

10. Personnel Qualifications and Training

All personnel assigned to perform the work shall meet the following minimum requirements:

a. Possess current 10-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training applicable to the work performed.

b. Be qualified to perform the assigned duties.

c. Include at least one qualified HVAC technician with experience servicing commercial water-cooled chillers.

d. Be capable of performing required lockout/tagout procedures and other applicable safety practices.

The Contractor shall provide evidence of qualifications or training upon request by the Contracting Officer or COR.

11. Deliverables and Reporting Requirements

11.1 Service Report

The Contractor shall provide a written service report after all work has been completed. The report shall be submitted to the COR no later than ten business days after completion of the applicable inspection or service activity.

The service report shall include, at a minimum:

• Date or dates work was performed

• Chiller numbers

• Manufacturer, model, and serial number of each chiller serviced

• Description of work performed on each chiller

• Tube-cleaning methods used

• Eddy Current testing results

• Identification of replaced brushes, basket clips, and baskets

• Any areas of concern, deficiencies, leaks, damage, or recommended follow-up work

• Operational-check results

• Names of the technicians who performed the work

• Date the report was prepared

• Contractor’s name and contact information

11.2 Eddy Current Testing Report

The Eddy Current testing report shall be submitted with the service report and shall identify:

• Chiller and heat exchanger tested

• Date of testing

• Testing method and equipment used

• Test results

• Tube or location identification, where applicable

• Deficiencies or indications detected

• Recommendations for corrective action, if applicable

11.3 Government Review

Submission of a report does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for completing the work in accordance with the contract. The Government may request clarification or additional supporting information when necessary to evaluate the completed services.

12. Site Visit

Although attendance is not mandatory, a site visit may be offered, and prospective Contractors are strongly encouraged to attend.

The date and time of any site visit will be coordinated by the Contracting Officer and COR and identified in the solicitation.

Questions will not be answered during the site visit. All questions must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Point of Contact identified in the solicitation. Questions and Government responses may be issued through an amendment to the solicitation.

13. Past Performance

The Contractor shall submit a minimum of three past-performance references for projects involving a similar scope of work. The references should demonstrate experience with commercial water-cooled chiller tube cleaning, Eddy Current testing, automatic tube brush systems, or comparable chiller maintenance services.

Each past-performance submission should include, at a minimum:

• Customer or agency name

• Contract or purchase order number, if applicable

• Brief description of the work performed

• Contract or project value

• Period of performance

• Customer point of contact

• Telephone number and email address

• Description of the Contractor’s role and responsibilities

14. Invoicing and Payment

14.1 Electronic Invoicing

Payment will be made upon receipt and acceptance of a properly prepared, detailed invoice submitted through Tungsten Network, formerly known as OB10:

https://www.tungsten-network.com/customer-campaigns/veteransaffairs/

The Contractor shall submit invoices in accordance with applicable contract provisions and instructions provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

14.2 Invoice Requirements

A properly prepared invoice shall include:

• Invoice number and date

• Contractor’s legal name and address

• Accurate purchase order or contract number

• Description of the supplies or services provided

• Period during which the services were provided

• Total amount due

• Any additional information required by the contract or Tungsten Network

14.3 Tungsten Network Contacts

• Tungsten e-Invoice Setup Information: 1-877-489-6135

• Tungsten e-Invoice Email: VA.Registration@Tungsten-Network.com

• Financial Services Center e-Invoice Contact: 1-877-353-9791

• Financial Services Center Email: vafsccshd@va.gov

• Website: https://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp

15. Records Management

The Contractor shall comply with applicable federal records-management requirements and Department of Veterans Affairs policies concerning records created, received, maintained, or delivered under this contract.

Applicable authorities include, but are not limited to:

• 44 U.S.C. Chapters 21, 29, 31, and 33

• Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552

• Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a

• 36 C.F.R. Parts 1222 and 1228 https://www.tungsten-network.com/customer-campaigns/veteransaffairs/ mailto:VA.Registration@Tungsten-Network.com mailto:vafsccshd@va.gov https://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp

The following requirements apply:

a. All deliverables produced under the contract shall be treated as Government property. The Government shall have unlimited rights to use, dispose of, or disclose the data contained in the deliverables as determined to be in the public interest.

b. The Contractor shall not create or maintain records using Government information technology equipment or Government records unless the records are specifically authorized by or directly related to performance of the contract.

c. The Contractor shall not retain, use, sell, disseminate, or otherwise distribute copies of deliverables containing information protected by the Privacy Act or information generally protected from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.

d. The Government owns the rights to all data and records produced as part of this contract, including electronic data, electronic information systems, electronic databases, and supporting documentation created under the contract.

e. The Contractor shall provide sufficient technical documentation with electronic data deliverables to permit the Government to access and use the data.

f. The Contractor shall comply with applicable federal and agency records-management policies, including policies concerning the safeguarding and preservation of records covered by the Privacy Act.

g. The Contractor shall preserve records created or received in connection with the contract regardless of format, including paper and electronic records, mode of transmission, or state of completion, including drafts and final versions.

h. The Contractor shall not dispose of, destroy, alter, remove, or otherwise alienate contract records without the prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.

i. Records shall not be removed from the legal custody of the Government or destroyed except in accordance with applicable federal records schedules and written authorization from the Contracting Officer.

Willful and unlawful destruction, damage, or alienation of federal records may be subject to applicable fines and penalties, including those referenced in 18 U.S.C. § 2701.

16. Termination for Convenience

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-4(l), the Government reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part of the contract, for its sole convenience.

17. Completion and Acceptance

The services will be considered complete when the Contractor has:

• Completed the required work on both identified chillers;

• Completed required tube cleaning and Eddy Current testing;

• Installed the required brushes, basket clips, and baskets;

• Reinstalled removed heads and piping;

• Completed operational checks;

• Removed tools, materials, and debris from the work area;

• Submitted the required service and Eddy Current testing reports; and

• Corrected deficiencies identified by the Government that are within the scope of the contract.

Final acceptance is subject to Government inspection and approval by the authorized Government representative.

B.3 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBE

R

DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES/SERVI

CES

QUANTI

TY

UNI

T UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

1.00 PG _______________

Parts for Chiller Cleaning (Condensate)

1.00 PG _______________

Parts for Tube Brush and Clips/Baskets

1.00 JB _______________

Eddy Current Testing

1.00 JB _______________

Labor for Cleaning/Replacing Parts

GRAND TOTAL _______________

B.4 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) Definitions. The clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated by reference.

(b) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post acceptance rights—

(1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered;

and

(2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item.

(c) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

(d) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

(e) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71, Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause FAR 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated in this contract by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence. Examples of occurrences include acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. When an excusable delay occurs, the Contractor shall—

(1) Notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as possible;

(2) Remedy the delay as quickly as possible; and

(3) Notify the Contracting Officer when the occurrence is over.

(g) Invoice. The Government will handle invoices according to the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and 5 CFR part 1315. The Contractor shall submit invoices to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include the information required by 5 CFR part 1315.9(b).

(h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees, and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark, or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) Payment—

(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract.

(2) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(3) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to have been made on the date that appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.

(4) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the Contractor shall—

(i) Remit the overpayment amount to the payment office cited in the contract along with a description of the overpayment including the—

(A) Circumstances of the overpayment (e.g., duplicate payment, erroneous payment, liquidation errors, date(s) of overpayment);

(B) Affected contract number and delivery order number, if applicable;

(C) Affected line item or subline item, if applicable;

(D) Contractor point of contact; and

(ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer.

(5) Interest.

(i) All amounts that become payable by the Contractor to the Government under this contract shall bear simple interest from the date due until paid unless paid within 30 days of becoming due. The interest rate shall be the interest rate established by the Secretary of the

Treasury as provided in 41 U.S.C. 7109, which is applicable to the period in which the amount becomes due, as provided in (i)(6)(v) of this clause, and then at the rate applicable for each six-month period as fixed by the Secretary until the amount is paid.

(ii) The Government may issue a demand for payment to the Contractor upon finding a debt is due under the contract.

(iii) Final decisions. The Contracting Officer will issue a final decision as required by FAR part 33 if—

(A) The Contracting Officer and the Contractor are unable to reach agreement on the existence or amount of a debt within 30 days;

(B) The Contractor fails to liquidate a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer within the timeline specified in the demand for payment unless the amounts were not repaid because the Contractor has requested an installment payment agreement; or

(C) The Contractor requests a deferment of collection on a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer (see FAR part 32).

(iv) If a demand for payment was previously issued for the debt, the demand for payment included in the final decision shall identify the same due date as the original demand for payment.

(v) Amounts shall be due at the earliest of the following dates:

(A) The date fixed under this contract.

(B) The date of the first written demand for payment, including any demand for payment resulting from a termination for cause.

(vi) The interest charge shall be computed for the actual number of calendar days involved beginning on the due date and ending on-

(A) The date on which the designated office receives payment from the Contractor;

(B) The date of issuance of a Government check to the Contractor from which an amount otherwise payable has been withheld as a credit against the contract debt; or

(C) The date on which an amount withheld and applied to the contract debt would otherwise have become payable to the Contractor.

(vii) The interest charge made under this clause may be reduced under the procedures for interest credits prescribed in FAR part 32 in effect on the date of this contract.

(j) Risk of loss. Unless the contract specifically provides otherwise, risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this contract shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the Government upon—

(1) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b. origin; or

(2) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination.

(k) Taxes. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties.

(l) Termination for the Government's convenience. The Government reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for its sole convenience. In the event of such termination, the Contractor shall immediately stop all work and shall immediately cause any and all of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease work. Subject to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the Contractor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Government using its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination. The Contractor shall not be required to comply with the cost accounting standards or contract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph does not give the Government any right to audit the Contractor's records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or costs incurred which reasonably could have been avoided.

(m) Termination for cause. The Government may terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by the Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract terms and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request, with adequate assurances of future performance. The Government will send a cure notice to the Contractor, unless the reason for the termination is late delivery. In the event of termination for cause, the Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any amount for supplies or services not accepted, and the Contractor shall be liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by law. If it is determined that the Government improperly terminated this contract for default, such termination shall be deemed a termination for convenience.

(n) Title. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to items furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical possession.

(o) Warranty. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered under this contract are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

(p) Limitation of liability. Except as otherwise provided by an express warranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in accepted items.

(q) Compliance with laws unique to Government contracts. The Contractor agrees to comply with 31 U.S.C. 1352 relating to limitations on the use of appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracts; 40 U.S.C. chapter 37, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards; 41 U.S.C.

chapter 87, Kickbacks; 49 U.S.C. 40118, Government-financed air transportation; and 41 U.S.C.

chapter 21 relating to procurement integrity.

(r) Order of precedence. Any inconsistencies in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

(1) The schedule of supplies/services.

(2) The Disputes, Payments, Invoice, Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts, and Unauthorized Obligations paragraphs of this clause;

(3) Other contract clauses incorporated in the solicitation or contract;

(4) Addenda to this solicitation or contract,

(5) Solicitation provisions incorporated in the solicitation.

(6) Other paragraphs of this clause.

(7) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments; and

(8) The specification.

(s) Unauthorized obligations.

(1) Except as stated in paragraph (s)(2) of this clause, when any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to any End User License Agreement (EULA), Terms of Service (TOS), or similar legal instrument or agreement, that includes any clause requiring the Government to indemnify the Contractor or any person or entity for damages, costs, fees, or any other loss or liability that would create an Anti-Deficiency Act violation (31 U.S.C. 1341), the following shall govern:

(i) Any such clause is unenforceable against the Government.

(ii) Neither the Government nor any Government-authorized end user shall be deemed to have agreed to such clause by virtue of it appearing in the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement. If the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement is invoked through an “I agree” click box or other comparable mechanism (e.g., “click-wrap” or “browse-wrap” agreements), execution does not bind the Government or any Government authorized end user to such clause.

(iii) Any such clause is deemed to be stricken from the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement.

(2) Paragraph (s)(1) of this clause does not apply to indemnification by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures.

(t) Comptroller General examination of record. This paragraph applies if this contract was awarded using other than sealed bid procedures and is in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold on the date of award of this contract.

(1) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and right to examine any of the Contractor’s directly pertinent records involving transactions related to this contract.

(2) The Contractor shall make available at its offices, at all reasonable times, the records, materials, and other evidence for examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR part 4, longer period required by statute, or periods specified in other clauses of this contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3 years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved.

(3) As used in this clause, records include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type and regardless of form. This clause does not require the Contractor to create or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(u) Incorporation by reference. The Contractor’s representations and certifications, including those completed electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM), are incorporated by reference into the contract.

(End of Clause)

ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

Clauses that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available.

The following clauses are incorporated into 52.212-4 as an addendum to this contract:

C.2 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES

(MAY 2014)

C.3 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL

CONTRACTORS (DEVIATION APR 2026)

C.4 52.223-23 SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.5 52.240-91 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

C.6 VAAR 852.219-73 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SET-ASIDE FOR CERTIFIED

SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

C.7 VAAR 852.219-75 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON

SUBCONTRACTING—CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND

CONSTRUCTION (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION)

(a) Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(l)(2), the offeror certifies that—

(1) If awarded a contract (see FAR 2.101 definition), it will comply with the limitations on subcontracting requirement as provided in the solicitation and the resultant contract, as follows:

(i) [X] Services. In the case of a contract for services (except construction), the contractor will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–73 or certified VOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–74. Any work that a similarly situated certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 50% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Other direct costs may be excluded to the extent they are not the principal purpose of the acquisition and small business concerns do not provide the service as set forth in 13 CFR 125.6.

(ii) [] General construction. In the case of a contract for general construction, the contractor will not pay more than 85% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–73 or certified VOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–74. Any work that a similarly situated certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 85% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.

(iii) [] Special trade construction contractors. In the case of a contract for special trade contractors, the contractor will not pay more than 75% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–73 or certified VOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–

74. Any work that a similarly situated certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 75% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.

(2) The offeror acknowledges that this certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an Agency of the United States. The offeror further acknowledges that this certification is subject to Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001, and, as such, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the offeror subject to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties, including prosecution.

(3) If VA determines that an SDVOSB/ VOSB awarded a contract pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127 did not act in good faith, such SDVOSB/VOSB shall be subject to any or all of the following:

(i) Referral to the VA Suspension and Debarment Committee;

(ii) A fine under section 16(g)(1) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 645(g)(1)); and

(iii) Prosecution for violating 18 U.S.C. 1001.

(b) The offeror represents and understands that by submission of its offer and award of a contract it may be required to provide copies of documents or records to VA that VA may review to determine whether the offeror complied with the limitations on subcontracting requirement specified in the contract. Contracting officers may, at their discretion, require the contractor to demonstrate its compliance with the limitations on subcontracting at any time during performance and upon completion of a contract if the information regarding such compliance is not already available to the contracting officer. Evidence of compliance includes, but is not limited to, invoices, copies of subcontracts, or a list of the value of tasks performed.

(c) The offeror further agrees to cooperate fully and make available any documents or records as may be required to enable VA to determine compliance with the limitations on subcontracting requirement. The offeror understands that failure to provide documents as requested by VA may result in remedial action as the Government deems appropriate.

(d) Offeror completed certification/fill-in required. The formal certification must be completed, signed and returned with the offeror’s bid, quotation, or proposal. The Government will not consider offers for award from offerors that do not provide the certification, and all such responses will be deemed ineligible for evaluation and award.

Certification

I hereby certify that if awarded the contract, [insert name of offeror] will comply with the limitations on subcontracting specified in this clause and in the resultant contract. I further certify that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of [insert name of offeror].

Printed Name of Signee: ___________

Printed Title of Signee: _____________

Signature: ____________

Date: ______________

Company Name and Address: _______________

(End of Clause)

C.8 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far https://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/

(End of Clause)

FAR

Number

Title Date

52.203-17 CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS NOV 2023

52.203-19 PROHIBITION ON REQUIRING CERTAIN INTERNAL

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS OR STATEMENTS

JAN 2017

52.204-9 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR

PERSONNEL

JAN 2011

52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT—MAINTENANCE

(DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.209-10 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH INVERTED

DOMESTIC CORPORATIONS (DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.222-3 CONVICT LABOR (DEVIATION) NOV 2025

52.222-36 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH

DISABILITIES (DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.222-41 SERVICE CONTRACT LABOR STANDARDS (DEVIATION) NOV 2025

52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (DEVIATION) NOV 2025

52.222-55 MINIMUM WAGES FOR CONTRACTOR WORKERS

UNDER EXECUTIVE ORDER 14026 (DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.222-62 PAID SICK LEAVE UNDER EXECUTIVE ORDER 13706

(DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.226-8 ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT

MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING

MAY 2024

52.232-33 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER—

SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT

OCT 2018

52.232-36 PAYMENT BY THIRD PARTY (DEVIATION) NOV 2025

52.232-40 PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL

BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS

MAR 2023

52.233-3 PROTEST AFTER AWARD AUG 1996

52.233-4 APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIM OCT 2004

852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING MAY 2018

852.204-70 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR

PERSONNEL (DEVIATION)

MAR 2026

852.204-72 PERSONNEL VETTING AND CREDENTIALING

(DEVIATION)

MAR 2026

852.211-72 TECHNICAL INDUSTRY STANDARDS NOV 2018

852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS NOV 2018

852.242-71 ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTING OFFICER OCT 2020

(End of Addendum to 52.212-4)

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR

ATTACHMENTS

D.1 WAGE DETERMINATION 2015-4429

REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER | U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT | EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION

By direction of the Secretary of Labor | WAGE AND HOUR DIVISION

| WASHINGTON D.C. 20210

| Wage Determination No.: 2015-4429 Daniel W. Simms Division of | Revision No.: 34 Director Wage Determinations| Date Of Last Revision: 8/27/2026

State: South Carolina

Area: South Carolina Counties of Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Richland and Saluda

**Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing**

OCCUPATION CODE - TITLE FOOTNOTE RATE

01000 - Administrative Support And Clerical Occupations 01011 - Accounting Clerk I 17.88 01012 - Accounting Clerk II 20.07 01013 - Accounting Clerk III 22.45 01020 - Administrative Assistant 28.90 01035 - Court Reporter 29.03 01041 - Customer Service Representative I 14.78 01042 - Customer Service Representative II 16.13 01043 - Customer Service Representative III 18.11 01051 - Data Entry Operator I 15.96 01052 - Data Entry Operator II 17.42 01060 - Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle 22.86 01070 - Document Preparation Clerk 17.01 01090 - Duplicating Machine Operator 17.01 01111 - General Clerk I 15.16 01112 - General Clerk II 16.54 01113 - General Clerk III 18.56 01120 - Housing Referral Assistant 22.77 01141 - Messenger Courier 15.94 01191 - Order Clerk I 19.97 01192 - Order Clerk II 21.79 01261 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) I 18.96 01262 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) II 21.21 01263 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) III 23.64 01270 - Production Control Clerk 28.60 01290 - Rental Clerk 17.74 01300 - Scheduler, Maintenance 18.26 01311 - Secretary I 18.26 01312 - Secretary II 20.43 01313 - Secretary III 22.77

01320 - Service Order Dispatcher 20.43 01410 - Supply Technician 28.90 01420 - Survey Worker 18.83 01460 - Switchboard Operator/Receptionist 17.08 01531 - Travel Clerk I 16.46 01532 - Travel Clerk II 18.47 01533 - Travel Clerk III 20.66 01611 - Word Processor I 16.27 01612 - Word Processor II 18.26 01613 - Word Processor III 20.43

05000 - Automotive Service Occupations 05005 - Automobile Body Repairer, Fiberglass 23.31 05010 - Automotive Electrician 21.86 05040 - Automotive Glass Installer 20.53 05070 - Automotive Worker 20.53 05110 - Mobile Equipment Servicer 17.84 05130 - Motor Equipment Metal Mechanic 23.11 05160 - Motor Equipment Metal Worker 20.53 05190 - Motor Vehicle Mechanic 23.11 05220 - Motor Vehicle Mechanic Helper 16.51 05250 - Motor Vehicle Upholstery Worker 19.14 05280 - Motor Vehicle Wrecker 20.53 05310 - Painter, Automotive 21.86 05340 - Radiator Repair Specialist 20.53 05370 - Tire Repairer 17.24 05400 - Transmission Repair Specialist 23.11

07000 - Food Preparation And Service Occupations 07010 - Baker 16.63 07041 - Cook I 16.73 07042 - Cook II 19.26 07070 - Dishwasher 13.55 07130 - Food Service Worker 14.56 07210 - Meat Cutter 19.62 07260 - Waiter/Waitress 9.81

09000 - Furniture Maintenance And Repair Occupations 09010 - Electrostatic Spray Painter 21.54 09040 - Furniture Handler 13.66 09080 - Furniture Refinisher 21.54 09090 - Furniture Refinisher Helper 16.27 09110 - Furniture Repairer, Minor 18.85 09130 - Upholsterer 21.54

11000 - General Services And Support Occupations 11030 - Cleaner, Vehicles 16.06 11060 - Elevator Operator 15.47 11090 - Gardener 22.38 11122 - Housekeeping Aide 15.47 11150 - Janitor 15.47 11210 - Laborer, Grounds Maintenance 17.40 11240 - Maid or Houseman 14.23 11260 - Pruner 15.65 11270 - Tractor Operator 20.71 11330 - Trail Maintenance Worker 17.40 11360 - Window Cleaner 17.20

12000 - Health Occupations 12010 - Ambulance Driver 20.33 12011 - Breath Alcohol Technician 26.78 12012 - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant 35.74 12015 - Certified Physical Therapist Assistant 31.46 12020 - Dental Assistant 22.50 12025 - Dental Hygienist 39.60 12030 - EKG Technician 31.54 12035 - Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist 31.54 12040 - Emergency Medical Technician 20.33 12071 - Licensed Practical Nurse I 23.93 12072 - Licensed Practical Nurse II 26.78 12073 - Licensed Practical Nurse III 29.86 12100 - Medical Assistant 19.56 12130 - Medical Laboratory Technician 26.58 12160 - Medical Record Clerk 26.92 12190 - Medical Record Technician 30.12 12195 - Medical Transcriptionist 18.06

12210 - Nuclear Medicine Technologist 42.06 12221 - Nursing Assistant I 13.41 12222 - Nursing Assistant II 15.07 12223 - Nursing Assistant III 16.45 12224 - Nursing Assistant IV 18.47 12235 - Optical Dispenser 22.19 12236 - Optical Technician 19.06 12250 - Pharmacy Technician 18.83 12280 - Phlebotomist 19.33 12305 - Radiologic Technologist 33.43 12311 - Registered Nurse I 26.61 12312 - Registered Nurse II 32.55 12313 - Registered Nurse II, Specialist 32.55 12314 - Registered Nurse III 39.39 12315 - Registered Nurse III, Anesthetist 39.39 12316 - Registered Nurse IV 47.21 12317 - Scheduler (Drug and Alcohol Testing) 33.17 12320 - Substance…