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FedBizOpps Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

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* = Required Field FedBizOpps Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Rev. March 2010 PR Warehouse Activation: Equipment and Racks

32827 36C24819Q0940 08-05-2019 N

493110 Department of Veterans Affairs Orlando VA Healthcare System 2500 S. Lakemont Ave

Orlando FL 32814 Rosetta Little Department of Veteran Affairs Orlando VA Healthcare System 2500 S. Lakemont Ave Orlando, FL 32814

Caribbean Healthcare System

10 Ave Jose Santana

Carolina, PR 00979 www.va.gov Department of Veteran Affairs rosetta.little@va.gov Rosetta Little

RFQ #: 36C24819Q0940

PROJECT TITLE: Warehouse Activation: Equipment & Racks

WAREHOUSE ACTIVATION FOR CARIBBEAN VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services/items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 in conjunction with FAR Part 13, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) 36C24819Q0940.

TIERED EVALUATIONS INCLUDING SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS

This solicitation is being issued as a tiered evaluation for SDVOSB concerns, or in the alternative, as a tiered evaluation for VOSB concerns, or in the alternative, a set-aside for other small business concerns with HUBZone small business concerns and 8(a) participants having priority. If an award cannot be made, the solicitation will be cancelled and the requirement resolicited.

Submit written quotes in accordance with Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors outlined in pages 46-48 of this solicitation. Oral quotes will not be accepted. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005- 97 / 01-24-2018. North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) 493110, General Warehousing and Storage, with a Size Standard of $27.5 million, apply to this procurement.

Caribbean VA Healthcare System intends to award a fixed price contract with base period of 6 months for the Warehouse Activation: Equipment and Racks.

This procurement is being conducted under FAR Part 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

This procurement is a SDVOSB set-aside with Tiered Evaluation procedures. All eligible Small Businesses are encouraged to submit quotes. To be eligible for award as an SDVOSB or VOSB quoter, the concern must be Verified in the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) (https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov) at the time of award. All concerns must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) at the time of award.

1. Quote shall be valid for 60 days from the close of this RFQ.

2. Please see RFQ for detailed description of requirements.

3. All questions or comments must be provided to the Contract Specialist in writing via email no later than July 23 , 2019 at 1:00 PM EST. Answers will be posted no later than July 26, 2019 at 4:30 PM EST. Telephone and other means of oral communication is not permitted.

4. Quotes are due on August 05, 2019 at 1:00 PM EST. Quotes will only be accepted by email to: Contract Specialist Rosetta Little, rosetta.little@va.gov or Contracting Officer Pedro Catinchi at Pedro.CatinchiJaime@va.gov

Table of Contents

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS4
B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA4
B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE5
ITEM INFORMATION5
B.3 DELIVERY SCHEDULE9
B.4 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)10
B.5 APPENDIX A- AUTOCAD DRAWINGS/LAYOUT16
B.6 APPENDIX B- SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS18
B.7 APPENDIX C- SEISMIC SELECTIVE RACKS 5 LEVEL FOR 2250 PALLET33
SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES35
C.1 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS35
C.2 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)35
C.3 VAAR 852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING (MAY 2018)35
C.4 VAAR 852.219-75 SUBCONTRACTING COMMITMENTS MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018)35
C.5 VAAR 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2018)36
C.6 VAAR 852.237-70 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES (APR 1984)36
C.7 VAAR 852.246-71 REJECTED GOODS (OCT 2018)37
C.8 VAAR 852.247-71 DELIVERY LOCATION (OCT 2018)37
C.9 VAAR 852.270-1 REPRESENTATIVES OF CONTRACTING OFFICERS (JAN 2008)37
C.10 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (MAY 2019)37
SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS43
SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS44
E.1 GRAY MARKET PREVENTION LANGUAGE44
E.2 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS44
E.3 52.209-7 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (OCT 2018)44
E.4 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)45
E.5 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)46
E.6 VAAR 852.233-70 PROTEST CONTENT/ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (OCT 2018)46
E.7 VAAR 852.233-71 ALTERNATE PROTEST PROCEDURE (OCT 2018)46
E.8 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2014) (Tailored)46
E.9 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2018)49

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:Contractor Name
POC Name
POC Email
POC Phone

b. GOVERNMENT: CO: P. Catinchi; CS: R. Little Department of Veterans Affairs Orlando VA Healthcare System 13800 Veterans Way Orlando FL 32827

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] Once items are received, inspected and accepted.

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.

Department of Veterans Affairs Financial Services Center P.O. Box 149971 Austin TX 78714-9971

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

AMENDMENT NO
DATE

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM NUMBER
DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES
QUANTITY
UNIT
UNIT PRICE
AMOUNT
2.00
EA
__________________
__________________

SP3520-30-312 3,000 lb. Capacity, 24 Volt, Stockpicker Mast Triple Telescopic LH 312.0" FLH 44.0" OAH-C 131.0" OAH-EX 400.0" Flex Battery Maintenance Free Model: 12-FLX625-31 Amp Hour Capacity: 0 Voltage: 12 Volts Battery Connector: SB350 RED FLEX CHARGER Model: FXLPM3-48C120Y 8 Hr Capacity: Amp Hour Capacity 640 Line Voltage: 480 Volts LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: Crown SP3520-30-312

2.00
EA
__________________
__________________

PE4500-60 6,000 lb. Capacity, AC Traction 24 Volt, End Control, Rider Pallet FLEX BATTERY Model: 12-FLX500-25 Amp Hour Capacity: 0 Voltage: 12 Volts Battery Connector: SB175 GRAY FLEX CHARGER Model: FXLPM3-48C-120Y 8 Hr Capacity: Amp Hour Capacity 0 Line Voltage: 480 Volts LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: Crown PE4500-60-48

2.00
EA
__________________
__________________

RR5725-45 4,500 lb. Capacity, 36 Volt, Reach Truck Mast Triple Stage LH 341.0" FLH 101.0" OAH-C 149.0" OAH-EX 389.0" FLEX Industrial Power Model: 18-FLX625-31 Amp Hour Capacity: 675 Voltage: 36 Volts Battery Connector: SB350 GRAY Battery Weight: 2347 Warranty: 3 + 2 FLEX CHARGER Model: FXLPM3-48C-120Y 8 Hr Capacity: Amp Hour Capacity 675 Line Voltage: 480 Volts Phase: Three LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: Crown RR5725-45-341

2.00
EA
__________________
__________________

TSP-6500 3,300 lb. Capacity, 48 Volt, Stockpicker, Turret Truck Voltage 48 Volts Mast TN - Standard - TSP-6500 LH 339.0" FLH 72.0" OAH-C 191.0" OAH-EX 381.0" Flex Battery Maintenance Free Model: 24-FLX750-37 Amp Hour Capacity: 0 Voltage: 12 Volts Battery Connector: SB350 GRAY FLEX CHARGER Model: FXLPM3-48-240Y 8 Hr Capacity: Amp Hour Capacity 750 Line Voltage: 480 Volts Phase: Three LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: Crown TSP6500-30-339

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

WAV60-118 118" Lift Height, 24 Volt, Work Assist Vehicle Chassis WAVE"r Work Assist Vehicle Platform 118" Lifting Height LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: Crown WAV-118

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

Advance CS7010"T 48 Battery Hybrid Sweeper-Scrubber FLEX Industrial Battery Maintenance Free 36V 595AH Model 18-85-15 FLEX Battery Charger Maintenance Free 36V 600AH (208VAC 3PH) Model MP136-2 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: CS7010 Sweeper/SCRUBBER

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

WULFTEC WRTA-10 WITH CONTRAL PANEL PLUS

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: WRTA-100

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

DEWALT AIR COMPRESSOR WITH FILTER AND REGULATOR

1.00
JB
__________________
__________________

LABOR FOR INSTALLATION OF WULTEC WRTA-10

255.00
EA
__________________
__________________

NECESSARY PURCHASE OF SEISMIC SELECTIVE RACKS 5 LEVEL FOR 2250 PALLET POSITION FOR THE NEW WAREHOUSE. PALLET RACK WAREHOUSE UPRIGHT 079F 39700 LBS @ 48VS42"X32"X42" COLOR BLUE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0073445

1,810.00
EA
__________________
__________________

BEAMS IK40E,94" PALLET RACK WAREHOUSE COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: VL- BEAM

420.00
EA
__________________
__________________

BEAMS IK45E,108" pallet rack warehouse COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0200388

1,020.00
EA
__________________
__________________

ANCHORS 4" 1/2 (FRAME32) PALLET RACKS WAREHOUSE COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: T0034139

1,020.00
EA
__________________
__________________

SHIMS IHASB PALLET RACK WAREHOUSE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0075046

351.00
EA
__________________
__________________

IK501 ROW SPACERS 12"PALLET RACKS WAREHOUSE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0075884

96.00
EA
__________________
__________________

BEAMS IK 65E, 144"PALLET RACK WAREHOUSE COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0200438

2,230.00
EA
__________________
__________________

WIRE DECKING 42X46 PALLET RACK WAREHOUSE COLOR GRAY

280.00
EA
__________________
__________________

BEAM 27E 2.5 X 96" PICKING RACKS COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0200316

30.00
EA
__________________
__________________

FRAME IK70F 10'X24" PICKING RACKS COLOR BLUE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: UL856967

60.00
EA
__________________
__________________

ANCHORS 4" 1/2 FOR UPRIGHT 10'PICKING RACKS COLOR ORANGE

60.00
EA
__________________
__________________

IK501 ROW SPACERS 6" PICKING RACKS

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0075880

1,120.00
EA
__________________
__________________

SHELVING 1 5/8"X24"X12" PICKING RACKS COLOR GALVA

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: U0074365

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

(24ft)RAIL GUIDANCEFOR PICKING AISLE 2.5"X2.5"X1.8"

120.00
EA
__________________
__________________

ANCHOR BOLTS FOR RAILS GUIDE PICKING RACKS

38.00
EA
__________________
__________________

COLUMN PROTECTOR RACK PROTECTOR COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: T0034147

5.00
EA
__________________
__________________

END AISLE PROTECTOR 44 3/8 RACKS PROTECTOR COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: T0034167

12.00
EA
__________________
__________________

END AISLE PROTECTOR 98 3/8 RACK PROTECTOR COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: T0060815

2.00
EA
__________________
__________________

END AISLE PROTECTOR 74 3/8 RACK PROTECTOR COLOR ORANGE

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: VL679663

152.00
EA
__________________
__________________

ANCHORS 4"1/2" (COIN PROTECTOR) RACK PROTECTOR

18.00
EA
__________________
__________________

RACK SIGN

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

(112'L X 10'H)NETTING MESH AREA NETTING

1.00
MO
__________________
__________________

MONTHLY RENT AND DELIVERY OF FORKLIFT FOR INSTALATION OF NEW EQUIPMENT.

1.00
MO
__________________
__________________

MONTHLY RENT AND DELIVERY OF SCISSORS LIFT 30"FOR INSTALATION OF NEW EQUIPMENT.

1.00
JB
__________________
__________________

LABOR OF INSTALLATION Q480

1.00
EA
__________________
__________________

ESTIMATED SHIPPING & HANDLING:

GRAND TOTAL
__________________

B.3 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

ITEM NUMBER
QUANTITY
DELIVERY DATE

0001-0035

SHIP TO: 10 AVE JOSE SANTANA

Carolina, PR 00979

As seen in B.2
180 Days ARO

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B.4 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 The VA Caribbean Health Care System is in need to acquire a new Seismic Selective Racks 5 Levels height in conjunction with a new specialize Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to be use in the new VA Facility Warehouse. Both, the racks and the heavy equipment must be customized to be able to operate a high-level efficient warehouse that not only satisfies the storage requirements for the facility but is properly adjusted to the available space provided. The proper utilization of the Space Management Tool will not only maximize the storage capacity, but with this customized equipment the warehouse will be at a usable “Premium Level” by expanding the capacity for up to a 300%.

2.0 DESCRIPTION/SCOPE/OBJECTIVE

2.1 Contractor must furnish enough technical support and guidance to be able to manufacture and install the heavy equipment requested. The mentioned equipment must be specifically manufactured to operate in the available space provided in the aisles between the racks. The combination of both, racks and heavy equipment will provide the end user the requirement necessary tools needed to satisfy the warehouse utilization, resulting in a direct profit of storage capabilities by going higher and narrower.

3.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

3.1 References and resources to aid in the formulation and surveying of the facility for this service include, but are not limited to, the following.

ADA
Americans with Disabilities Act
ANSI
American National Standards Institute
FAR
Federal Acquisition Regulation
Federal, State, Local, Industry, Manufacturer
All applicable federal, state, local, and industry: laws, codes, policies, procedures, standards, manufacturer’s specifications, and any other applicable doctrine for the intended performance of the equipment specified.
NEC
National Electric Code
NEMA
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association

Other All equipment and installations/services must conform to the VA master specifications (issued upon request). All equipment and installation must conform to the recommendations of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), including the National Electrical Code (NEC). No departures from specification requirements will be permitted without written approval. All hardware should be installed in such a manner to minimize damage and maximize patient and employee safety. All equipment and procedures must conform to OSHA, NEMA, and ANSI Standards as well as conform to the Standard Building Code/Standard Mechanical Code.

VAAR
Veterans Administration Acquisition Regulation
U.L. Standard 752
Underwriter’s Laboratories Standard for Class III Ballistic

1.0 2.0 3.0 3.1.

3.2. Glossary. Acronyms used in this PWS are listed below for easy reference:

AQLAcceptable Quality Level
CDRContractor Discrepancy Report
COContracting Officer
CORContracting Officer’s Representative
ESTEastern Standard Time
FARFederal Acquisition Regulation
PMCSPreventative Maintenance Checks Service
QASPQuality Assurance Surveillance Plan

4.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Warehouse Heavy Equipment

4.1. Contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, supplies, and supervision necessary to customize and install the Heavy Equipment Table listed below:

4.1.1. Heavy Equipment Table

Make
Model
Description
Quantity
CROWN
RR5725-45-341
SINGLE REACH
2
CROWN
TSP6500-30-339
TURRET TRUCK
2
CROWN
SP3520-30-312
STOCKPICKER
2
CROWN
PE4500-60-48
RIDER PALLET
2
CROWN
WAV-118
PERSONAL LIFT
1
CROWN
CS7010
SWEEPER SCRUBBER
1
CROWN
WRTA-10
WRAPPER MACHINE
1

4.1.1.1. Contractor must ensure (once rails are in place) the Heavy equipment can enter in the aisles and be auto positioned.

4.1.1.2. The Contractor must ensure timely delivery of the Heavy Equipment as to not delay the installation of the Rack system.

4.1.1.3. The Contractor must work with the COR to ensure no damage to the floors for Heavy Equipment to operate.

4.2. The Contractor must customize equipment (listed above) to be operable with warehouse rack system while rack system is being installed.

4.2.1 The Contractor must design the customized equipment to meet the warehouse height/width based on the rack’s installation/positioning. This will assist with the automating the warehouse.

4.2.2 The Contractor must provide the necessary sensors required for the equipment to operate in between the aisles.

4.2.3 The equipment requested must include the FLEX Batteries.

4.2.3.1 Free maintenance with the Flex battery charger for up to 5 years.

4.2.4 The Contractor must provide the necessary operator training/basic PMCS to ensure the equipment is properly operated.

4.2.5 Contractor must coordinate with COR to ensure the equipment is operable with the rack system being installed.

4.3. Contractor must ensure equipment is under warranty for a minimum of 1 year; to include repairs.

4.3.1. In the event any of the equipment were to malfunction the Contractor must ensure repairs are to be done within 24hrs. All parts are to be available in Puerto Rico to ensure Contractor can provide services within 24hrs.

4.3.2 The Contractor must provide a basic 90-day warranty for ancillary parts to include but not limited to: brushes, contactor tips and switches.

4.4. The Contractor must provide operator training and certification for all requested equipment.

Warehouse Racks

4.5. Contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, supplies, and supervision necessary to install the seismic racks.

4.5.1. The Contractor must drill and secure the system to the warehouse floor and in between the racks to ensure distance of 12” IAW with the layout in Appendix A.

4.5.1.1. The Contractor must ensure that the distance between the racks is exactly based on the layout provide to ensure the specialize equipment requested will be able to operate.

4.5.1.2. The Contractor must install the correct weight capacity beams, upright pallets racks and wire decks that are in concurrence with the floor weight capacity and the warehouse height.

4.5.1.3. The Contractor must install the racks protectors in every corner of the upright rack’s frames.

4.5.1.4. Rail guidance for the auto positioning system must be installed at a perfect distance centered in between the aisles to ensure that when the Heavy equipment enters in the aisles auto positioning features of the equipment can function.

4.5.1.5. The Contractor must ensure that the floor is not drilled until all the equipment to be used is calculated to the appropriate width.

4.5.1.6. The Contractor must work very close with the COR to ensure no damage to the new floor constructed.

4.5.1.7. The Contractor must coordinate with COR and/or another Vendor to ensure the racks and equipment function in unison.

4.6. The Contractor, upon completion of the installation, must remove the work area of all debris and materials; this includes but is not limited to: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and wiping down of all horizontal and vertical surfaces.

4.7. The Contractor must ensure the Warehouse meets current security access requirements at the end of each business day.

4.8. The Contractor must receive approval from the COR/CO before rendering services.

5.0 PERFORMANCE LOCATION AND HOURS

5.1 Installation is to be done during normal business hours which are from 7:30am (EST) -4:30pm (EST) and must be coordinated in advance with the COR prior to delivering.

5.2 Address: 10 Ave Jose Santa, Carolina, PR 00979.

6.0 DELIVERABLES

6.1 The Contractors must include all relevant documents, manuals and service warranties for the End User VA Healthcare System Warehouse Chief/Supervisor.

6.2 Contractor must provide to the COR in writing a description of services & price before rendering services.

6.3 The Contractor must provide any additional documentation/ paperwork upon request from the COR.

7.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL AND MANAGEMENT

7.1. Contractor Personnel. The Contractor must be responsible for employing technically qualified personnel to perform the work specified in this PWS. The Contractor must maintain the personnel, organization and administrative control necessary to ensure that the work delivered meets the contract specifications and requirements.

7.2. Government Badges. The COR will coordinate the issuance of required access badges to Contractor personnel. Contract personnel must wear laminated identification badges provided by the Government at all times when performing. Badges must be worn on the outer garment, attached to the outer shirt or jacket pocket by a button or clip or worn around the neck secured by an appropriate identification card lanyard.

7.2.1. Government issued identification badge remains the property of the Government and must be returned to the issuing office or other designated Government personnel upon transfer of Contractor employees from the contract.

7.3. Contractor Badges. Notwithstanding the requirement to wear a Government furnished badge, Contractor personnel must also wear a laminated Contractor Identification Badge (CIB) at all times when performing services under this Contract, including when on Government directed travel. The CIB will contain a personal picture, name of employee, and Contractor's name. Badges must be worn on the outer garment attached to the outer shirt or jacket pocket by a button or clip or worn around the neck secured by an appropriate identification card lanyard.

7.4. All Contractor personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public or Congress that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by Contractor personnel are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 7.1.

7.2.

7.3.

7.4.

7.5. Safety/Security Requirements. The Contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and ensure performance is secure while protecting material, equipment, and supplies from damage and loss. Government security personnel must have the express right to inspect for security violations at any time during the term of the contract.

7.6. All information generated in performance of this contract becomes property of the Government and must be surrendered upon request and/or completion of the contract. The Contractor must protect against the destruction and/or misplacement of all information produced under this contract, unless directed under local policy to destroy. This includes both hard and soft copies of data.

7.7. The Contractor must not release any information (including photographs, files, public announcements, statements, denials, or confirmations) on any part of the subject matter of this contract or any phase of any program hereunder without the prior written approval of the COR.

7.8. Standards of Conduct

7.8.1. Conduct of Personnel. Contractor personnel must conduct themselves in a professional manner (i.e. timeliness, communication; spoken and written etc.). The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to remove from the job site any employee working under this contract for reasons of suspected misconduct, a suspected security breach, or suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other incapacitating agent. Contractor employees must be subject to dismissal from the premises upon determination by the Contracting Officer that such action is necessary in the interests of the Government. The hospital director or designated representative has the authority to bar individuals from the Government facility. The removal from the job site or dismissal from the premises must not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the services as required by this performance work statement. The Government must not reimburse the Contractor for travel and other expenses associated with the removal of personnel.

7.8.2. Contractor personnel are not authorized to carry or possess personal weapons to include, but not limited to, firearms and knives with a blade length in excess of three inches, while assigned under this contract.

7.8.3. Working Attire and Appearance. Contractor personnel must present a professional appearance commensurate with standards delineated for Government civilian personnel acting in similar capacities.

7.8.4. The Government reserves the right to review Contractor personnel qualifications. Upon request, resumes must be provided to the Contracting Officer prior to clearance approval, for review and acceptance by the COR. The intent is verification purpose and not for the Government to become the hiring authority.

8.0 TRAVEL

8.1. Not Applicable.

9.0 NON-PERSONAL SERVICE STATEMENT

9.1 Contractor employees performing services under this order will be controlled, directed, and supervised at all times by management personnel of the Contractor. Contractor management will ensure that employees properly comply with the performance work standards outlined in the PWS. Contractor employees will perform their duties independent of, and without the supervision of, any Government official. The tasks, duties, and responsibilities set forth in the contract may not be interpreted or implemented in any manner that results in any Contractor employee creating or modifying Federal policy, obligating the appropriated funds of the United States Government, overseeing the work of Federal employees, providing direct personal services to any Federal employee, or otherwise violating the prohibitions set forth in Parts 7.5 and 37.1 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The Government will control access to the facility and will perform the inspection and acceptance of the completed work.

10.0 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND QUALITY MEASUREMENT

10.1 Performance standards define desired services. The Government performs surveillance to determine if the Contractor exceeds, meets, or does not meet these standards. The Government must use these standards to determine Contractor performance and must compare Contractor performance to the Acceptable Quality Level (AQL). The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) method of surveillance will be by random inspection.

10.2 The QASP and its performance objectives are as follows:

PWS Para.
Performance Objective
Performance

Standard

Acceptable Quality Level (AQL)
Surveillance Method
Compliance

4.0

The Contractor must ensure the Heavy Equipment is customized to meet the provided layout specifications aisle dimensions. This includes fitting Heavy Equipment to Rack System.

For all sections: Ensure the Heavy Equipment is delivered within the specified requirement. Ensure Heavy Equipment fits the Rack system being placed. Coordination with the COR.

Ensure all racks are installed properly to ensure and meet the warehouse layout without any diversion unless are approved by designer and end user. No work is to be conducted until Heavy Equipment is delivered. This is to ensure no unnecessary damage to the warehouse floor or delays during the installation phase

For all sections: Contractor must perform at 95% quality standard.

For all sections: Inspection conducted by the COR and/or customer comment.

For all sections: Below AQL, non-acceptance of services. A Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR), will be issued for performance below the AQL. The Contractor will have five workdays to provide a response that includes an improvement strategy for addressing the issues. 30 days after issuing the CDR, the Contractor will be re-rated. If performance does not comply with PWS. The Contract Officer (CO) will be notified, the performance record will be documented, and CO may pursue contract action.

6.0

Has Contractor provided all required documentation with signatures to the COR prior to rendering services.

B.5 APPENDIX A- AUTOCAD DRAWINGS/LAYOUT

B.6 APPENDIX B- SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

RR5725-45 4,500 lb. Capacity, 36 Volt, Reach Truck

Configuration Type
RR5725-45 4,500 lb. Capacity, 36 Volt, Reach Truck
Mast
Triple Stage LH 341.0" FLH 101.0" OAH-C 149.0" OAH-EX 389.0"
Outrigger
Standard I.D. 42.0" 0.0. 53.0"
Sideshifter
2” Each Direction
Fork Type
Standard Taper
Fork Spread (Out-To-Out)
30"
Forks
Standard Length 42.0" Width 4.0" Thick 1.75"
Load Backrest
32.5" Wide x 48" High
Hydraulic Control
AC Hydraulics with Electronic Power Steering
Battery Dimensions
Code D24 -18.00" x 38.69" x 31.0"
Battery Connector
SB350 Gray
Overhead Guard Height
Standard 95.0" High
Overhead Guard Support
3rd Post
lnfolink Ready
lnfolink System Ready- Advantage
Steering
Forward
Drive Tires
Poly Vulkollan -442
Load Wheels
Tandem Articulating 6 x 4.1 (·302) (Wheel Factor 11)
Outrigger Tips
Standard
Mast Guard
Full Glass
Travel Alarm
Smart Alarm - Forward (Forks First)
Key Switch
Standard
Warning Device Light
LED Flashing Light· Amber
Paint
Crown Beige/Gray
Work Assist Clamp
Clamp (Right Side)
Work Assist Tube
Right Side (Mast Mount)
Language
U.S. English
Warranty
Standard - One Year/Unlimited Hours
Domestic Shipping
Skidding
Commodity Surcharge
Commodity Surcharge

General Specifications

Power
Electric
36
volts
Head Length
Compartment C
53.67
In.
Compartment D
55.42
In.
Compartment E
58.04
In.
Max Battery Size
Compartment C L x W xH
38.38 X 16.25 X 31
In.
Compartment D L x W xH
38.69 X 18.00 X 31
In.
Compartment E L x W
38.69 X 20.75 X 31
In.

RR5725-45 4,500 lb. Capacity, 36 Volt, Reach Truck Performance Specifications

Travel Speed
Power Unit First (Ell)
8.0/7.2
mph
Forks First (E/L)
6.8/5.7
mph
Lift Speed-DC
Empty
127
fpm
1,000 lb
110
fpm
2,000 lb
96
fpm
3,000 lb
85
fpm
3,500 lb
79
fpm
4,000 lb
74
fpm
4,500 lb
70
fpm
Lift Speed- AC
Empty
153
fpm
1,000 lb
139
fpm
2,000 lb
121
fpm
3,000 lb
105
fpm
3,500 lb
97
fpm
4,000 lb
90
fpm
4,500 lb
82
fpm
Lower Speed
Empty / Loaded
110/110
fpm

Battery and Charger Specifications

Make:
FLEX Industrial Power
Model:
18-FLX625-31
Amp Hour Capacity
675
Voltage
36 Volts
Battery Connector
SB350 GRAY
Battery Weight
2347
Warranty
3+2
Make:
FLEX Industrial Power
Model:
FXLPM3-48C-120Y
8 Hr Capacity
Amp Hour Capacity - 675
Line Voltage
480 Volts
Phase
3

Warranty

TSP-6500 3,300 lb. Capacity, 48 Volt, Stockpicker, Turret Truck

Configuration Type
TSP-6500 3,300 lb. Capacity, 48 Volt, Stockpicker, Turret Truck
Voltage
48 Volts
Mast(TSP
TN -Standard -TSP-6500 LH 339.0" FLH 72.0" OAH-C 191.0" OAH-EX 381.0"
Fork Size
2.25" x 5.9" Telescopic
Fork Length
42.0" Telescopic
Fork Spread (Out-To-Out)
30"
Fork Extension
6.5" Telescopic
Load Handler Length
27"
Maximum Battery Dimensions
Code AA Standard -21.38" x 41.61" x 31.00"
Battery Connector Color
Blue -SB350
Overhead Guard Cover
Partial Plexiglass
Traverse Frame Width
57"
Overall Width
57"
Operator Compartment
52"Wide
Lift
lift and Lower limits with Override
lnfolink Ready
lnfolink System Ready -Advantage
Drive Tires
Vulkollan Polyurethane -15" x 7"
Load Wheels
Non-Marking Polyurethane
Wire Guide System
Electronic Wire Guidance
Wire Guidance Sensors
Up to 200 mA line Current
Conditioning
Normal Operation and Coolers
Safety Harness
L/XL Safety Harness
Tether
Shock Absorbing Tether
Travel Alarm
Reverse
Warning Device Light
Flashing LED -Amber
Paint
Crown Beige/Gray
Work Assist Clamp
Clamp
Language
Spanish
Domestic Shipping
Three Piece Shipping -Skidded
Commodity Surcharge
Commodity Surcharge

TSP-6500 3,300 lb. Capacity, 48 Volt, Stock picker, Turret Truck

Make:
FLEX Industrial Power
Model:
24-FLX750-37
Amp Hour Capacity
0
Voltage
12 Volts
Battery Connector
SB350 GRAY
Battery Weight
0

Warranty

Make:
FLEX Industrial Power
Model:
FXLPM3-48C-240Y
8 Hr Capacity
Amp Hour Capacity - 750
Line Voltage
480 Volts
Phase
3

Warranty

SP-3500 3,000 lb. Capacity, 24 Volt, Stockpicker

Configuration Type
SP-3500 3,000 lb. Capacity, 24 Volt, Stockpicker
Mast
Triple Telescopic LH 312.0” FLH 44.0” OAH-C 131.0” OAH-EX 400.0”
Operator Compartment Depth
27” Deep
Operator Compartment Height
79” Standard
Operator Compartment Width
54” Wide
Outrigger O.D.
54”
Forks
Standard Length 42” Width 4” Thick 2”
Max Battery Dimensions
*Select Battery Spacers/Maximum Battery Size
Lift Speed
High
Travel Speed
High
Capacity
Standard
Adjustable Fork Spread
24”-30”
Battery Connector
SB350 Red
Lift
Programmable lift, Single Cutout
InfoLink Ready
InfoLink System Ready – Right Accessory Tube - Advantage
Drive Tires
Vulkollan-Cream Color
Load Wheel Compound
-302 Moderate Cut/tear Resistance Higher Capacity
Wire Guidance System
Electronic Wire Guidance – Up to 200 mA Line Current
Conditioning
Corrosion
Cabin Options
Wire Mesh
Lights
Worklights – Dome Light and Two-Speed Fan
Safety Harness
L/XL Safety Harness
Tether
Retractable Tether
Pallet Clamp
Electric 1.5” to 6” Stringer
Travel Alarm
Reverse (Forks First)
Key Switch
Standard
Warning Device Light
LED Flashing Light – Amber
Paint
Crown Beige/Gray
Work Assist Clamp
Clamp (Right Side)
Work Assist Option
Clip Board and Hook (Left Side)
Work Assist Tube
Access
Language
Spanish
Warranty
Standard
Domestic Shipping
Skidding
Commodity Surcharge
Common

SP-3500 3,000 lb. Capacity, 24 Volt, Stockpicker

Make:
FLEX Battery Maintenance Free
Model:
12-FLX625-31
Amp Hour Capacity
0
Voltage
12 Volts
Battery Connector
SB350 RED
Battery Weight
0

Warranty

Make:
FLEX CHARGER
Model:
FXLPM3-48C-120Y
8 Hr Capacity
Amp Hour Capacity - 640
Line Voltage
480 Volts
Phase
3

Warranty

PE4500-60 6,000 lb. Capacity, AC Traction 24 Volt, End Control, Rider Pallet

Configuration Type
PE4500-60 6,000 lb. Capacity, AC Traction 24 Volt, End Control, Rider Pallet Truck
Control Handle
Manual Steering
Forks
Standard Tip Length 48.0” Width 9.12”
Fork Spread (Out-To-Out)
27” Outside (Standard Tip)
Load Backrest
48” High-Bolt-On
Maximum Battery Height
22.38”
Maximum Battery Size
13.19”x 31.12” x23.38”
Battery Spacer
31.12”
Traction Control
Access 1 2 3” R Controller
Battery Connector Type
SB-175
Battery Connector Color
Gray
Battery Connector Side
Right
InfoLink Ready
InfoLink System Ready - Advantage
Drive Tires
Poly – Cream Color – Non-Marking
Casters
Standard Independent – Shim Free
Load Wheels
Polyurethane Single Wheel with Singe Axle
Load Wheel Compound
-302 Moderate Cut/Tear Resistance wit Higher Capacity
Battery Discharge Indicator
Crown Access 1 Display
Key Switch
Standard
Storage Module
Storage Module – Lead Backrest Mount
Platform mat
Cushioned
Paint
Crown Beige/Gray
Work Assist Clamp
Clamp
Work Assist Tube
Standard Length
Language
Spanish
Warranty
Standard – One Year/Unlimited Hours
Commodity Surcharge
Commodity Surcharge

Additional Options Included Battery – Quick Disconnect Handle (Right Side Only)

Power
Electric
24
volts
Maximum Battery Size
W x L x H Opt. 1/ Opt. 2
6.69x34.44x31.62/13.19x31.12x31.62
In.
Head Length
Battery Opt.1/Opt.2
36.7/43.2
In.

Width Overall

36
In.
Maximum Travel Speed
Empty/Loaded – 8,000 lb.
9.0/6.0
mph
Make:
FLEX BATTERY
Model:
12-FLX500-25
Amp Hour Capacity
0
Voltage
12 Volts
Battery Connector
SB175 GRAY
Battery Weight
0

Warranty

Make:
FLEX CHARGER
Model:
FXLPM3-48C-120Y
8 Hr Capacity
Amp Hour Capacity - 0
Line Voltage
480 Volts
Phase
Single

Warranty

WAV60-118 118” Lift Height, 24 Volt, Work Assist Vehicle

Configuration Type
WAV60-118 118” Lift Height, 24 Volt, Work Assist Vehicle
Chassis
WAVE Work Assist Vehicle
Platform
118” Lifting Height
Load Tray Type
Manual Adjustable
Load Tray Size
Stamped – 21.2” L x 27.00” W
Load Tray Insert
Plastic - ABS
Batteries
Maintenance Free 200 AH
InfoLink Ready
InfoLink System Ready - Advantage
Aisle Guide Roller Assembly
Standard Width – 35”
Bumpers
Front, Rear, and Side (Steel)
Travel Alarms
Adjustable Travel Alarm – (Selections below)
Key Switch
On/Off Key Switch
Operator Login Code Type
Access 1 2 3
Warning Device Light
Strobe – Front/Rear
Operator Storage
Orange
Compartment Color
Orange
Work Assist Clip Board
Clip Board
Language
U.S. English
Warranty
Standard – Six Months Parts and Labor, Additional Six Months Parts Only
Commodity Surcharge
Commodity Surcharge

Additional Options Included Storage Tray

Vehicle Capacities
Operator Compartment
300
lb.
Load Tray
200
Ib.
Load Deck
250
Ib.
Vehicle Weight
With Battery
1420
Ib.

Platform

118
in

Work Height

195
in

Overall Collapsed Height

54.5
in

Vehicle Length

60
in

Vehicle Width

29.5
in
Vehicle Width
With Rail Guide Rollers
35
in
Rail Guide Wheel Height
2.5
in
Rail Guide Wheel Diameter
2.5
in
Rail Guide Wheel Thickness
1
in

Minimum Turning Radius

47.5
in

Grade Clearance

15
%
Charger
Standard
30
amp

Lift Speeds

60
fpm

Lower Speeds

45
fpm
Travel Speeds
See Chart Below

Top Travel Speeds (mph)

Platform Ht.
Gate Condition
-118

Forward

Below 20
Open
5
Below 20
Closed
3
20 a 84
Open
0
20 a 84
Closed
2
Above 84
Open
0
Above 84
Closed
1

Reverse

Below 20
Open or Closed
2
20 to 84
Open
0
20 to 84
Closed
2
Above 84
Open
0
Above 84
Closed
1

Advance CS7010”tm 48 Battery Hybrid Sweeper-Scrubber Technical Specification:

Type:
Rider Sweeper and Scrubber

Sweeping System

Sweeping Path w/Dual Side Brooms:
61 in – Squeegee path width is full swept
Main Broom:
36 in x 12.2 in
Sweeping Coverage Rate Per Hour:
146,400 sq. ft
Hooper Dump Height (Max):
60 in
Hooper Capacity:
7 ft cub/300 lbs.

Scrubber and Recovery System

Scrubbing Path and Brushes
48in (3) x 17in disc
Scrubbing Coverage Rate per Hour
118,600 sq. ft
Scrubb Pressure
Three scrub pressure setting up to 400 lb. of down force at max set
Recovery/Solution Tank Capacity
75 gal each
Recovery Vaccum
Dual vac motor capable of 48 in waterlift
Power System
Industrial Battery 36V 770AH
Propulsion System:
Variable Speed brushless AC Drive
Propel Speed
Transp 5.5 mph Sweeping/scrubbing 3.5 mph

Other Equipment & Accessories

FLEX Industrial Battery Maintenance Free 36V 595AH Model 18-85-15

FLEX Battery Charger Maintenance Free 36V 600AH (208VAC 3PH) Model MP136-2

The Following Standard Features may be Optional on Competitive Equipment Industrial Rider Sweeper and Scrubber LP Propane

Poly and Wire main broom

MidLite Grit 180 brushes

Disc Scrub Deck with integrated Edge Cleaning

Breakaway Squeegee

Ergonomic Operator Compartment

High-capacity 75 gallon tanks

Rear Wheel Steer

High-capacity Donalson PowerCore Ultraweb Nanofiber Sysnthetic Media Filter with MERV 13 rating

Intuitive Controls with One-Touch Operation

IP55-rated Electric Motors

Tilt-Out Recovery Tank

Exclusive Feature Included:

Smart Flow

Auto-Speed reduction in turns

MaxAccess

ClearView

B.7 APPENDIX C- SEISMIC SELECTIVE RACKS 5 LEVEL FOR 2250 PALLET

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Item Number
Qty.
Description
Color

U0073445

Pallet Racks Warehouse

VL-BEAM
255
Upright 079F 39700 Lbs @48VS42"x 32' x 42"
Blue
U0200388
1,810
Beams IK40E, 94"
Orange
T0034139
420
Beams IK45E, 108"
Orange
U0075046
1,020
Anchors 4" 1/2" (Frame 32')
Orange
U0075884
1,020
Shims IHASB
U0200438
351
IK501 Row Spacers 12"
96
Beams IK65E, 144"
Orange
2,230
Wire Decking 42 x 46
Gray

U0200316

Picking Racks

UL856967
280
Beam 27E 2.5" x 96"
Orange
T0034139
30
Frame IK70F 10' x 24"
Blue
U0075880
60
Anchors 4" 1/2" for Upright 10'
Orange
UOO74365
60
IK501 Row Spacers 6"
1,120
Shelving 1 5/8"x 24"x12"
Galva
1
(24ft) Rail Guidance for Picking Aisle 2.5" x 2.5" x .1.8"
120
Anchor Bolts for Rails Guide

T0034147

Racks Protector

T0034167
38
Column Protector
Orange
T0060815
5
End Aisle Protector 44 3/8
Orange
L679663
12
End Aisle Protector 98 3/8
Orange
T0034139
2
End Aisle Protector 74 3/8
Orange
152
Anchors 4" 1/2" (Coln Protector')
18
Rack Sign

Netting

1
(112'L x 10'H) Netting Mesh area

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS 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:

FAR Number
Title
Date
52.203-17
CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS AND REQUIREMENT TO INFORM EMPLOYEES OF WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS
APR 2014
52.232-40
PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS
DEC 2013
52.212-4
CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS

OCT 2018

C.2 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):

http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/

(End of Clause)

C.3 VAAR 852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING (MAY 2018)

The Contractor shall not make reference in its commercial advertising to Department of Veterans Affairs contracts in a manner that states or implies the Department of Veterans Affairs approves or endorses the Contractor’s products or services or considers the Contractor’s products or services superior to other products or services.

(End of Clause)

C.4 VAAR 852.219-75 SUBCONTRACTING COMMITMENTS MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018)

(a) This solicitation includes the clause: 852.215-70 Service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small business evaluation factors. Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation will include the clause 852.215-71 Evaluation factor commitments.

(b) The Contractor is advised that in performing contract administration functions, the Contracting Officer may use the services of a support contractor(s) to assist in assessing Contractor compliance with the subcontracting commitments incorporated into the contract. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data to review such business records regarding contract compliance with this requirement.

(c) All support contractors conducting this review on behalf of VA will be required to sign an “Information Protection and Non-Disclosure and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Agreement” to ensure the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data reviewed or obtained in the course of assisting the Contracting Officer in assessing the Contractor for compliance are protected to ensure information or data is not improperly disclosed or other impropriety occurs.

(d) Furthermore, if VA determines any services the support contractor(s) will perform in assessing compliance are advisory and assistance services as defined in FAR 2.101, Definitions, the support contractor(s) must also enter into an agreement with the Contractor to protect proprietary information as required by FAR 9.505-4, Obtaining access to proprietary information, paragraph (b). The Contractor is required to cooperate fully and make available any records as may be required to enable the Contracting Officer to assess the Contractor compliance with the subcontracting commitments.

(End of Clause)

C.5 VAAR 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2018)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause—

(1) Contract financing payment has the meaning given in FAR 32.001;

(2) Designated agency office means the office designated by the purchase order, agreement, or contract to first receive and review invoices. This office can be contractually designated as the receiving entity. This office may be different from the office issuing the payment;

(3) Electronic form means an automated system transmitting information electronically according to the accepted electronic data transmission methods and formats identified in paragraph (c) of this clause. Facsimile, email, and scanned documents are not acceptable electronic forms for submission of payment requests;

(4) Invoice payment has the meaning given in FAR 32.001; and

(5) Payment request means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment submitted by the contractor under this contract.

(b) Electronic payment requests. Except as provided in paragraph (e) of this clause, the contractor shall submit payment requests in electronic form. Purchases paid with a Government-wide commercial purchase card are considered to be an electronic transaction for purposes of this rule, and therefore no additional electronic invoice submission is required.

(c) Data transmission. A contractor must ensure that the data transmission method and format are through one of the following:

(1) VA’s Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System at the current website address provided in the contract.

(2) Any system that conforms to the X12 electronic data interchange (EDI) formats established by the Accredited Standards Center (ASC) and chartered by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

(d) Invoice requirements. Invoices shall comply with FAR 32.905.

(e) Exceptions. If, based on one of the circumstances in this paragraph (e), the Contracting Officer directs that payment requests be made by mail, the Contractor shall submit payment requests by mail through the United States Postal Service to the designated agency office. Submission of payment requests by mail may be required for—

(1) Awards made to foreign vendors for work performed outside the United States;

(2) Classified contracts or purchases when electronic submission and processing of payment requests could compromise the safeguarding of classified or privacy information;

(3) Contracts awarded by contracting officers in the conduct of emergency operations, such as responses to national emergencies;

(4) Solicitations or contracts in which the designated agency office is a VA entity other than the VA Financial Services Center in Austin, Texas; or

(5) Solicitations or contracts in which the VA designated agency office does not have electronic invoicing capability as described above.

(End of Clause)

C.6 VAAR 852.237-70 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES (APR 1984)

The contractor shall obtain all necessary licenses and/or permits required to perform this work. He/she shall take all reasonable precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract. He/she shall be responsible for any injury to himself/herself, his/her employees, as well as for any damage to personal or public property that occurs during the performance of this contract that is caused by his/her employees fault or negligence, and shall maintain personal liability and property damage insurance having coverage for a limit as required by the laws of the State of the Territory of the USA: Puerto Rico. Further, it is agreed that any negligence of the Government, its officers, agents, servants and employees, shall not be the responsibility of the contractor hereunder with the regard to any claims, loss, damage, injury, and liability resulting there from.

(End of Clause)

C.7 VAAR 852.246-71 REJECTED GOODS (OCT 2018)

(a) Supplies and equipment. Rejected goods will be held subject to Contractor’s order for not more than 15 days, after which the rejected merchandise will be returned to the Contractor’s address at the Contractor’s risk and expense. Expenses incident to the examination and testing of materials or supplies that have been rejected will be charged to the Contractor.

(b) Perishable supplies. The Contractor shall remove rejected perishable supplies within 48 hours after notice of rejection. Supplies determined to be unfit for human consumption will not be removed without permission of the local health authorities. Supplies not removed within the allowed time may be destroyed. The Department of Veterans Affairs will not be responsible for, nor pay for, products rejected. The Contractor will be liable for costs incident to examination of rejected products.

(End of Clause)

C.8 VAAR 852.247-71 DELIVERY LOCATION (OCT 2018)

Shipment of deliverable items, other than reports, shall be to:

Department of Veterans Affairs Caribbean VA Healthcare System 10 Ave Jose Santana Attn: Hugo Apellaniz Email: Hugo.Apellaniz@va.gov Carolina PR 00979 (End of Clause)

C.9 VAAR 852.270-1 REPRESENTATIVES OF CONTRACTING OFFICERS (JAN 2008)

The contracting officer reserves the right to designate representatives to act for him/her in furnishing technical guidance and advice or generally monitor the work to be performed under this contract. Such designation will be in writing and will define the scope and limitation of the designee's authority. A copy of the designation shall be furnished to the contractor.

(End of Clause) (End of Addendum to 52.212-4)

C.10 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (MAY 2019)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items:

(1) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(2) 52.204–23, Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (Jul 2018) (Section 1634 of Pub. L. 115–91).

(3) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015).

(4) 52.233-3, Protest After Award (Aug 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553).

(5) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Oct 2004) (Public Laws 108-77 and 108-78 (19 U.S.C. 3805 note)).

(b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items:

[X] (1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (Sept 2006), with Alternate I (Oct 1995) (41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 2402).

[] (2) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (OCT 2015) (41 U.S.C. 3509).

[] (3) 52.203-15, Whistleblower Protections under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (JUN 2010) (Section 1553 of Pub. L. 111-5).

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