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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 672-23-1-516-0001 36C248 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) VA Caribbean HCS (Admin Bldg) #10 Calle Casia Suite #4M440 San Juan PR 00921-3201 36C248 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8)

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36C24822Q1843 11-07-2022

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for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: 01-23-2023 4:00 PM Eastern Time X Request for Quote 36C24822Q1843, Grounds Maintenance and Related Services at VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS) is extended through January 23, 2023, at 4:00 PM (EST).

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. Contractors are reminded to acknowledge this and any other amendment in their quote package.

Question 1: How contract option period will be adjusted?

Response Q1: The contractor can consider escalation rates for option periods. The options prices shall be provided at the time of quotation submission and will not be subject to price adjustments, except for wage rate adjustments.

Question 2: Site visit meeting. Address a concern about the solicitation and award process, Request for Proposal (RFP) vs. Request for Quotation (RFQ) regarding the quotation submission.

Response Q2: The audience were advised to review the quote submission. The evaluation and award will follow the procedures of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 13 and 12, Subparts 13.5 and the evaluation criteria stated in the solicitation package. FAR Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation, is not applicable to this requirement.

Q3. Reference 3.1.1: When the SOW/PWS mentions "including but not limited to the following areas" should the contractor assume, the area will be outside of a confined space without air conditioner?

Response Q3: No confined space entry required for this solicitation.

Q4. Reference 3.2.1: As stated on the Solicitation section 3.2 and 3.2.1, the frequency schedule will be submitted to the government, but various items explain that the task is on a need basis. Please specify the requested maximum frequency needed and unit of measure for each the tasks in question 59, (need basis) and the attributable CLIN. This will result in a more accurate quote.

Response Q4: This is a performance-based service. No frequency will be provided by the government for quote submission. In this type of acquisition, the requirement is structured around the results to be achieved as opposed to how the work is to be performed. It shall be the responsibility of the contactor to establish the required frequencies to maintain the areas as per the PWS. Respond to question 59 is not consider.

Q5. Reference 3.3 What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the lawn care services?

Response Q5: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Q6. Reference 3.3.3.1: In this section is mentioned that "herbicide/pesticide shall not be used to control grass and weeds for edging and trimming." It is to our agronomist understanding that the herbicide is necessary to reduce contamination from other weeds. On section 3.9.1 it states that “herbicide application shall be in accordance to need and accepted practices for the necessary control of plant fungus, insects, eggs.” We need to point out that the herbicide is not used towards insects or eggs. Our question after this information Will be: is the herbicide a required task? If it is required, on which frequency it will be required?

Response Q6: The intent of PWS paragraph 3.3.1 is to indicate that the contractor shall keep expansion joints and cracks in traffic surfaces without growing vegetation. In addition, this paragraph indicates that edging and trimming around sidewalks, driveways, other concrete or asphalt edges and curbs shall not be managed with herbicides.

Question 7. Reference 3.3.4: Does the upkeep of the fence only include the removal of weeds?

Response Q7: Paragraph 3.3.4 outline all the requirement tasks for fence line vegetation control.

Question 8. Reference 3.3.6: What is the required frequency of the fertilization?

Response Q8: As indicated in the response to question #4, this is a performance-based requirement.

Question 9. Reference 3.4: What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the flower beds / planters / shrubs?

Response Q9: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Question 10. Reference 3.4.8.1: Where are the 145 interior plants located? Are the 145 interior plants in restrictive areas such as the hallways of CLC or Spinal Cord ward? Are the plants in the terraces included in the calculation of interior plants? Are there plants in interior hallways of the VACHS? If so, how this interfere with the current janitorial contract that the SOW states?

Response Q10: The interior plants are located through the facility in hallways, waiting and terraces. Awardee contractor will be able to identify all location during the initial assessment of areas. No plants in patient care areas. The awarded grounds maintenance contractor shall not interfere with the janitorial service and vice-versa. Any negligence in the part of janitorial service shall be notified to the COR.

Question 11. Reference 3.4.8.1: Are there plants in interior hallways of the VACHS? If so, how this interfere with the current janitorial contract when the SOW states that the surrounding areas of the plant should be kept clean?

Response Q11: See response to question 10.

Question 12. Reference 3.4.8.1: Is non-vegetative debris expected to be collected from around the interior plants? Shall these tasks interfere with the current janitorial services for interior plants i.e. plants in the second floor of the OPA Building?

Response Q12: Non-vegetative debris may be expected.

Question 13. Reference 3.4.8.5: Current conditions of plants are considered to be assessed during the first five-day period? If a plant is compromised or dead at time of award, the new contractor is expected to replace it?

Response Q13: Current contract contractor is expected to be involve in the transition of the new contract. The standard shall be maintained during this process. If the area is not up to an acceptable standard, the same shall be identified during the 5-day assessment.

Question 14: Reference 3.4.8.5: Are future new areas of landscape created by other contractor expected to be included or are the new areas added by modification of this contract?

Response Q14: Paragraph 3.4.8.5 do not address new areas. New landscape areas, if any, will be incorporated into the resulting contract via FAR 52.212-4(c), Changes. PWS Paragraph 2.10 addresses addition and/or removal of work areas and services.

Question 15. Reference 3.5: What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the trees and palm trees?

Response Q15: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Question 16. Reference 3.6: What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the outdoor cleaning services?

Response Q16: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Question 17. Reference 3.6.2: What is the required frequency of the wash down of areas for sidewalks, loading docks, streets, entrances, landings?

Response Q17: As indicated in the response to question #4, this is a performance-based requirement.

Question 18. Reference 3.6.2: Are the ISO tanks expected to be pressure washed from top to bottom? If so, to which frequency?

Response Q18: The ISO tank is not listed to be cleaned in solicitation. Paragraph 3.1.1 list the ISO tank for weeding requirement.

Question 19. Reference 3.6.2: Are all exterior walls of buildings required to be pressure washed?

Response Q19: The reference paragraph does not address exterior walls pressure washing. This section refers to “all entrances, loading dock areas, adjoining plaza areas and entire sidewalks surroundings the buildings”. No exterior walls are to be pressure washed. Only the walls in the area of responsibilities that involve this type of cleaning to present a complete clean appearance.

Question 20. Reference 3.6.2: Is the contractor expected to remove marks, gums, stains already existing at the time of award?

Response Q20: See response to question 13.

Question 21. Reference 3.6.3: Where are the fans located and how many are there to be cleaned?

Response Q21: The fans are located at the Community Living Center (CLC), OPA Building entrance, walkway, and terrace. Fans are expected to be free of dirt, soil, lint, cobwebs, and dust.

Question 22. Reference 3.6.5: The cleaning of outdoor drinking fountains or the one in the interior, or both? Does this task interfere with the current janitorial contract?

Response Q22: Outdoor drinking fountain only. No interfere with the current Janitorial Contract.

Question 23. Reference 3.6.5: If a fountain is found to have mold or rust after the award in the 5-day period for assessment, is the contractor expected to refurbish it? Is this task related to metal polishing stated in section 3.6.7?

Response Q23: The standard established in both paragraphs need to be maintained from one contract to the other. If the area is not up to an acceptable standard, the same shall be identified during the 5-day assessment.

Question 24. Reference 3.6.6: In the map provided with the solicitation, which are the open parking lot surfaces referenced to keep clean?

Response Q24: All outdoor parking areas, other than parking garages, are included in this requirement.

Question 25. Reference 3.6.6: Is the Old Parking Garage included?

Response Q25: No, parking garages are not included in this contract.

Question 26. Reference 3.6.6: Is the new parking garage included?

Response Q26: See previous response.

Question 27. Reference 3.6.6: Is the OPA basement parking included?

Response Q27: See previous response.

Question 28. Reference 3.6.6: Is the parking below the District Council included?

Response Q28: Yes, is included.

Question 29. Reference 3.6.7: When this section references metal surfaces, to which surfaces are these? Aluminum trash cans, doorknobs, new parking garage bridge, sliding door frames, railings, exterior of the new Main Building mechanical room, exterior of bridge between New Parking Garage and Main Building, windows frames of the OPA staircases among other, please specify which types of metal and the purpose of the metal? Which metal surfaces?

Response Q29: Section B.2 Performance Work Statement, Paragraph 3.6.7 change to read as follows: 3.6.7 Metal polishing include windows and door frames, handrails/railings, water fountains, accessible doorknobs and safety bollards which are accessible up to 10ft.

Question 30. Reference 3.6.9: In which buildings (names or numbers) are the windows required to be clean?

Response Q30: Section B.2 Performance Work Statement, Paragraph 3.6.9 change to read as follows: 3.6.9 Window glass shall be clean and free of dirt, grime, streaks and excessive moisture and shall not be cloudy. Window sashes, sills, metal and other surroundings of interior glass shall be clean. Doors shall be free of dust. This requirement is applicable to the windows accessible and adjacent to gardens up to 10 ft that are located at OPA Building, SBT, Main Building, Admin, CLC and Trailer Village.

Question 31. Reference 3.6.9: How many windows are required to be cleaned? Total amount by type?

Response Q31: See response to previous question.

Question 32. Reference 3.6.9: Are all the South Bed Tower windows required to be cleaned? If so, how many are there?

Response Q32: No, cleaning these windows are outside the scope of this contract.

Question 33. Reference 3.6.9: Are all the ADMIN Building windows required to be cleaned? If so, how many are there?

Response Q33: No, cleaning these windows are outside the scope of this contract.

Question 34. Reference 3.6.9: Are all the SICU windows required to be cleaned? If so, how many are there?

Response Q34: See response to question 30.

Question 35. Reference 3.6.9: Are all the OPA Building windows required to be cleaned? If so, how many are there?

Response Q35: See response to question 30.

Question 36. Reference 3.6.9: Are all the MAIN Building windows required to be cleaned? If so, how many are there?

Response Q36: See response to question 30.

Question 37. Reference 3.6.9: Are the windows in the OPA staircases required to be cleaned?

Response Q37: See response to question 30.

Question 38. Reference 3.6.9: Does the tasks of cleaning the interior of the windows interfere with the current janitorial contract?

Response Q38: No, there should be no interference between both contracts. Janitorial contractor is responsible for cleaning the interior side of windows. The grounds maintenance contractor shall clean the exterior side.

Question 39. Reference 3.6.10: Are the doors cleaning required from the interior, exterior or both?

Response Q39: Exterior only.

Question 40. Reference 3.6.10: If the cleaning of the interior is required, how it will interfere with the current janitorial contract?

Response Q40: The only interior cleaning are the areas mentioned in paragraph 3.7 and 3.11. There should be no interference with the Janitorial Contract.

Question 41. Reference 3.6.10: Shall the contractor interpret the stairs referenced in this section to be defined as: without A/C is responsibility of the contractor under this solicitation or stairs with A/C are not responsibility of the contractor under this solicitation?

Response Q41: This paragraph applies to all outside areas. If the stairway have landing to the exterior is included in this solicitation.

Question 42. Reference 3.6.13: Current conditions of the gutters were not inspected during the site visit. Our experience working in other VACHS projects indicates problems with the gutters in the CLC building, OPA Building and Main Building where constant flooding is common given the level of upkeep during years. The current conditions of the already clogged gutters and drains are expected to be fixed under this solicitation or will be handed over cleaned with proper water flow and inspected in the first 5-day assessment?

Response Q42: The site visit was to provide a visual appreciation of the area. Current contract contractor is expected to be involve in the transition of the new contract. The standard of cleaning of this area shall be maintained. New contractor will be expected to maintain the standard. If the area is not up to an acceptable standard, the same shall be identified during the 5-day assessment.

Question 43. Reference 3.7 and 3.11: What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the guard booths and trailer village maintenance and cleaning services?

Response Q43: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Question 44. Reference 3.7.1.1: During the site visit it was identified more than 26 (22+2+2) trailers to be cleaned. The trailer village on the east of the OPA Building has 28 trailers. The trailer village in the north side of the OPA Building has 22 trailers. It was mentioned during the site visit that 2 trailers on the east side of the New Parking Garage will be included. Can you please specify with satellite imagery or architectural drawings which trailers are required to be cleaned?

Response Q44: Paragraph 2.10 addresses changes to contract terms and conditions. Additional areas or work will be processed via bilateral modification in accordance with FAR 52.212-4(c).

Question 45. Reference 3.7.2: Is the structure (building concrete walls) of the building mentioned required to be cleaned as well?

Response Q45: Yes, the concrete walls are included.

Question 46. Reference 3.8: The current conditions of the sub-basement require a deep cleaning, but this will not solve the problem of constant flooding. Please confirm if the contractor is required to clean conduits, ducts, and other already installed equipment in the sub-basement to leave them free of mold? Is the contractor required to replace any conduit?

Response Q46: Section B.2 Performance Work Statement, Paragraph 3.8.1 change to read as follow: 3.8.1 The contractor shall pressure wash the facility sub-basement on an as needed basis, to ensure that any mold, food residue, dirt, spider webs, and any waste residue is removed. All waste shall be collected and removed before the areas get clean with pressure machine. Contractor shall clean walls and floors only. Cleaning of conduits, ducts, and other equipment is not included.

Question 47. Reference 3.8: Please confirm if the contractor is required to clean conduits, ducts, and other already installed equipment in the sub-basement to leave them free rust?

Response Q47: See response to previous question.

Question 48. Reference 3.8: If the conduits have corrosion, is the contractor expected to fix or replace them?

Response Q48: See response to question 46.

Question 49. Reference 3.8: Which frequency is this task expected to be performed?

Response Q49: This is a performance-based service. No frequency will be provided by the government for quote submission. In this type of acquisition, the requirement is structured around the results to be achieved as opposed to how the work is to be performed. It shall be the responsibility of the contactor to establish the required frequencies to maintain the areas as per the PWS.

Question 50. Reference 3.8: What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the sub-basement? In the PRS Matrix is referenced to section 3.7 but it’s our understanding that the section should read 3.8.

Response Q50: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Question 51. Reference 3.9: We understand that an Integrated Pest Control plan is required. Which pest is the VACHS aiming to eradicate? Each pest (ants, crickets, termites) has a different technique for eradication.

Response Q51: Termite’s eradication is under another contract. The Pest Control under this solicitation is limited to pest directly associated with plants and grounds and limited to the area of responsibilities.

Question 52. Reference 3.9: What criteria will be used during the surveillance (random inspections, joint inspections, customer’s complaints) to determine the acceptable quality level of the pest control? In the PRS Matrix is referenced to section 3.8 but it’s our understanding that the section should read 3.9.

Response Q52: See PWS paragraph 4.2.

Question 53. Reference 3.11.11: Are walls are expected to be painted if stain is unremovable?

Response Q53: No. If stain is not resolved with cleaning, the same shall be report to the COR. The Government is responsible for painting the buildings.

Question 54. Reference 3.11.29: Are these elevators only the ones in the trailer park? No elevators were noticed in the site visit.

Response Q54: There is no exterior elevator. Elevator cleaning is removed from the PWS. Requirement listed in Section B.2 Performance Work Statement, Paragraph 3.11.29 is deleted from solicitation.

Question 55. Reference 3.11: Are desks required to be cleaned?

Response Q55: Yes, the cleaning of desks is included in this contract. Paragraph 3.11.7, Horizontal Surfaces, includes desk, cabinets, and any other horizontal surface within the trailer offices. Contractor shall not disturb papers within these areas.

Question 56. Reference 3.11: Are the trailers roof and outside walls expected to be pressure washed?

Response Q56: Section B.2 Performance Work Statement, Paragraph 3.11.1 change to read as follow: 3.11.1 Cleaning Performance Standards: These standards describe the level of cleaning which will be considered the norm when a room is inspected during Government quality assurance established methods. The cleaning of trailers’ walls is included in this contract. Roof is not included.

Question 57. Does the area below the District Council, entrance of Graphics, accounted as a loading dock?

Response Q57: No, it does not.

Question 58. Executive order 14026 Increasing the “Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors” determine the minimum wage and fringe benefits for our employees. Adjustments thru Price increase modification to the contract will be allowed every option year if the Department of Labor increases the minimum? Please note that our company will use the final rule 87 FR 59464 published by the DOL on September 30, 2022, for this price proposal.

Response Q58: This Request for Quote includes the applicable wage determination. Subsequent revisions to this wage determination, will be incorporated at the time of the exercise of option periods. Any increase/decrease in the applicable rates will be subject to FAR Clause 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts).

Question 59. Reference 3.5 and 3.6: Outdoor cleaning services is repeated in the PRS Matrix. Is there any difference between these two tasks referenced to section 3.5 and 3.6? Is it a typo?

Response Q59: Correct, this was a typo. PRS number 5, is deleted. PRS number 4 and 6 are correct.

Question 60. Are the official licenses for pest control and herbicide required to be submitted with the RFQ or must be provided via deliverables process after award?

Response Q60: Contractors are required to submit all documents listed in Section E.2, Quotation Submission, Evaluation Process and Basis of Award Process, and submit a quotation proving the best opportunity to be selected when compared to others. Failure to submit documents listed in this section and/or other RFQ section, may deemed the quote unacceptable to the terms and conditions.

Question 61. Of all the tasks listed on the table below, which of these correspond to LIN 001 and which ones to LIN 002? Maximum frequency and unit of measure is encouraged for an accurate quote. See attached table below to Response to this question if and as necessary.

Response Q61: This is a performance-based service. No frequency will be provided by the government for quote submission. In this type of acquisition, the requirement is structured around the results to be achieved as opposed to how the work is to be performed. It shall be the responsibility of the contactor to establish the required frequencies to maintain the areas as per the PWS. By reason of this question Section B.2 Performance Work Statement, Paragraph 3.15 will be incorporated into solicitation as follows:

3.15 Terrace Hight Touchable Surface: In respond to safety measurements of COVID19 Pandemic Prevention contractor will be responsible use aseptic process to minimize contamination in common areas that patient, employees and visitors used. This areas are Community Living Center (CLC) Terrace, South Bed Tower (SBT) Terrace and Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) Terrace. Additional areas maybe develop during any period of contract. The same will be incorporated via bilateral modification to contract. A general description to this area is identify in solicitation and resulting contract as Line Items 0002, 1002, 2002, 3002, 4002 and 5002 corresponding to each option period.

3.15.1 These Terraces are where the inpatients, residents of the hospital and employees share for different activities during the contract daily hours of operation.

3.15.2 These are to be cleaned within the cleaning standard of an outdoor terrace and other specification establish in the procurement.

3.15.3 The touchable areas are surface that individuals will be in contact and virus air contamination may fall. To provide an example the following are mentioned: tables, chairs, stools, railings, knobs, doors, trash cans and any furniture or structure where the patient or VA staff touches. They are to be clean with cleaning products that eradicate the contamination of areas during the normal operation hours of contract. The schedule hours shall be established in contract administration. The brand name products used by the hospital are Lysol, Wexide and Cavi . The product are to be provided by the hospital within the established requisition process by the department responsible for the accountability of the product. Any changes to this process will be established and change via bilateral modification to contract.

3.15.4 On case the service mention in this section is no longer needed the Line Item will be deleted with a modification to contract. Adjustment of requirement also will be using the same process.

Question 62: For Tree Pruning, there are 3 Pterocarpus in the Northeast area of the facility (Between Gate 1 and Gate 5) These trees need specialized pruning (by certified Arborist) because there is power transmission lines and there is no accessibility to do it with a bucket truck. Will this pruning be done once a year or once every 2 years?

Response Q62: The pruning of Pterocarpus in the Northeast area of the facility (Between Gate 1 and Gate 5) is not included in this requirement.

Question 63: Within the 153.465ft2 of the Cleaning Sub-basement, there is a mechanical area. Will it be included?

Response Q63: No, mechanical area is not included.

Question 64: In the Sub-basement, are there 220V connection? To clean with pressure machine in the center of the sub-basement you need electric pressure machine because it is an enclosed space, and the traditional pressure machine could not be used.

Response Q64: Yes, 220 volts connections are available in some areas. Since this is a performance-based requirement, is up to the contractor to determine the best approach to complete this task. During the site visit, contractors were able to see the current conditions of the sub-basement and to familiarize with the area.

Question 65: How frequently will the Sub-basement be cleaned?

Response Q65: This is a performance-based service. No frequency will be provided by the government for quote submission. In this type of acquisition, the requirement is structured around the results to be achieved as opposed to how the work is to be performed. It shall be the responsibility of the contactor to establish the required frequencies to maintain the areas as per the PWS.

Question 66: Will the 2 water tanks found in the CLC Area be cleaned? In the Site visit it was mentioned about the cleaning of the tanks.

Response Q66: The cleaning of water tanks is not a requirement of this procurement.

Question 67: Will the RFQ be delivered by email Dec 05, 2022 04:30 am?

Response Q67: The due date of the RFQ is establish in this amendment. The quotes are to be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist. See latest amendment for RFQ closing date and time.

Question 68: Is there an incumbent for the subject contract? If yes, what is the incumbent contract number and value?

Response Q68: The incumbent contract number is 36C24818C0026 and it was awarded in the amount of $4,047,996.00.

Question 69: In reference to solicitation, please clarify the set aside of procurement.

Response Q69: This procurement has been 100% set aside for Service-Disable Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

Question 70: Please, let me know if is possible that a company classified as small business by SBA could participate in this bid process?

Response Q70: See response to previous question.

Question 71: I am a small business, disable veteran. I see the contract in pre solicitation. I am looking for the next steps with this contract in order to see if I can support it.

Response Q71: The RFQ and subsequent amendments, can be found in the Contract Opportunities webpage at https://sam.gov/content/opportunities. All the required steps, qualifications, documents, etc. can be found within the RFQ.

Request for Quote 36C24822Q1843, Grounds Maintenance and Related Services at VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS) is extended through January 20, 2023 at 4:00 PM (EST). This amendment provides responses to Questions and Answers (Q&As) received for this solicitation. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. Contractors are reminded to acknowledge this and any other amendment in their quote package.

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