36C24826Q0451.docx

Presolicitation Notice Presolicitation Notice

GENERAL INFORMATION

13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd

TAMPA FL

COUNTRY

CONTACT INFORMATION

Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8)

8875 Hidden River Pkwy Tampa FL 33637

POINT OF CONTACT*

CONTRACT SPECIALIST

DAVID HERNANDEZ

DAVID.HERNANDEZ1@VA.GOV

813-893-3904

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION

THIS IS A PRESOLICITATION NOTICE OF A SET-ASIDE FOR SDVOSB BB RENOVATE GROUND FLOOR HALLS AND WALLS. This procurement is set-aside based on an order of priority as established in 38 U.S.C. 8127.

SET ASIDE FOR SERVICE DISABLE VETERANS OWNED SMALL BUSINESS(SDVOSB)

This is a pre-solicitation notice only. No contract shall be awarded from this pre-solicitation notice. A request for Quote will be posted on or about 04/15/2026. Project # 673-21-153 BB RENOVATE GROUND FLOOR HALLS AND WALLS, at the James A Haley Veterans Affairs Medical Center, located at 13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612, RFQ # 36C24826Q0451.

THE BID/BUILD CONTRACT SHALL INCLUDE include but not be limited to the renovation of the halls and walls on the ground floor of building 1 at the James A. Haley VA hospital, located at 13000 Bruce B. Downs boulevard, Tampa, Florida as required by the drawings and specifications included in this acquisition package. The scope of work includes asbestos abatement and the replacement of flooring, ceilings, doors, hardware, light fixtures, crash rails, handrails, drinking fountains and miscellaneous elements that are directly related to the hallways. This work shall include but not be limited to architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and abatement. AS REQUIRED BY DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS (See attached SOW) The NAICS code for this procurement is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction with a small business size standard of $45M. The VAAR 836.204 magnitude of this project is between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00. The project will be 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. All businesses desiring to be considered must be registered with SAM.gov prior to contract award, during contract period of performance, and must continue to remain registered through the final invoice payment. Business size and NAICS will be verified at Small Business Search (https://search.certifications.sba.gov/ ). The Contracting Officer for this project will be David Hernandez This is a pre-solicitation notice only. No contract shall be awarded from this pre-solicitation notice. The request for proposal (RFQ) with SPECs and further details will be published after the closing of the synopsis. All responsible sources may submit a proposal when requested, which shall be considered by the agency.

SDVOSBs are encouraged to respond to communicate interest in competing for this requirement to support requirement set-aside.

To confirm sufficient eligible SDVOSB, please contact Contract Specialists David Hernandez at David.hernandez1@va.gov

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction Services: Renovate Ground Floor Halls and Walls

PROJECT # 673-21-153

Completion by 540 days after notice to proceed

SCOPE OF WORK

This project scope shall include but not be limited to the renovation of the halls and walls on the ground floor of building 1 at the James A. Haley VA hospital, located at 13000 Bruce B. Downs boulevard, Tampa, Florida as required by the drawings and specifications included in this acquisition package. The scope of work includes asbestos abatement and the replacement of flooring, ceilings, doors, hardware, light fixtures, crash rails, handrails, drinking fountains and miscellaneous elements that are directly related to the hallways. This work shall include but not be limited to architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and abatement.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

James A. Haley Medical Center Building #1 – Main Hospital 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Tampa, Fl. 33612

HOURS OF OPERATION AND SCHEDULING

Standard work hours for this site are 7:00AM to 3:30PM Monday through Friday except for Federal Holidays. However, after-hours work is expected to be required for certain activities. If the Contractor desires to work on Saturday, Sunday, holidays, or outside the project site’s standard working hours the contractor must submit a written request for approval to the COR at least seven (7) working days prior to the proposed start of such work. All work that interrupts facility operations must be submitted via workplan at least twenty-one (21) calendar days prior to planned work. This project involves significant phasing to minimize disruption to the facility. A phasing plan is provided however the contractor may propose alternate phasing if it lessens the impact to the hospital.

CONFIRMATION OF WORK

All work will be monitored by the COR to administer the technical performance of the contract, and all work is subject to Quality Control Methods before approval.

COMPLIANCE

Contractor shall comply with all the construction documents, all applicable Department of Veterans Affairs Master Specifications, and all project specifications herein.

CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES

Contractor personnel shall maintain professional conduct and present a professional appearance while present on James A. Haley Medical Center property. Each contractor is subject to all Department of Veteran Affairs and Medical Center rules and procedures applicable to their conduct and appearance.

CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION

All contractor employees must be clearly identified as contractors (not VA employees) when performing services under this contract. This includes visual (appearance), verbal (phone), and electronic (email). The contractor must provide all employees with a contractor identification (ID) badge at the contractor’s expense prior to performing work under this contract. Contractor employees are always required to display this badge when performing services under this contract. Employees released from service by the contractor must have their ID badge collected by the contractor. All ID badges must contain an expiration date and photograph of the employee. All contractor employees must also be required to wear VA issued badges and must always display these badges while in the performance of this contract and/or as instructed by the COR. The contractor supervisor must ensure that all contractor employees display their VA issued badges. The contractor supervisor must be responsible for managing all VA issued badges provided to contractor employees and immediately collect these badges from employees no longer working on the contract.

CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE CONDUCT

· The contractor is completely responsible for all actions and conduct of their employees. Contractor employees must be well-groomed and professional in appearance.

· Contract employees must be professional in attire and must not wear any offensive clothing.

· Contractor employees must conduct themselves in a socially acceptable manner appropriate for a medical facility work environment; Loudness, vulgarity, rudeness, smoking, or other similar offensive conduct by a contractor employee may be grounds for denying the employee further access to VA property.

· Contractor employees must not consume alcohol or illegal drugs during working hours or at any other time the employees are performing work under this contract.

CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY

· The contractor shall obtain all necessary licenses and/or permits as required to perform this work, including but not limited to James A Haley VA Hospital general requirements and permits for work.

· The contractor shall take all reasonable precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract.

· The contractor shall be responsible for any injury to themselves, their 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 Florida.

· The contractor shall execute work in a manner that interferes as little as possible with normal functioning of the Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems, and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others. Use of equipment and tools that transmit vibrations and noises through the building structure are not permitted in buildings that are occupied, during construction, jointly by patients or medical personnel, and Contractor's personnel.

· The contractor shall always provide protection of interior of existing structures from damage and debris and dust generated by contractor construction activities. Wherever work is performed, floor surfaces that are to remain in place shall be adequately protected prior to starting work, and this protection shall be maintained intact until all work in the area is completed.

· 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.

CONTRACT AWARD MEETING:

· The contractor shall not commence performance on the tasks in this SOW until the CO has conducted a Kickoff Meeting and given the contractor a formal notice to proceed or advised the contractor that a kickoff meeting is waived. Latest facility work request and permit procedures shall be provided by the VA at this meeting.

CHANGES TO THE STATEMENT OF WORK (SOP):

· Any changes to this SOW shall be authorized and approved only through written correspondence from the CO. A copy of each change will be kept in a project folder with all other products of the project. Costs incurred by the contractor through the actions of parties other than CO shall be borne by the contractor.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

· Contractor shall provide the necessary personnel and equipment to meet service requirements. Contractor shall have the following responsibilities:

· Provide licensed and trained personnel to execute the project in the State of Florida;

· Provide all design, supervision, labor and materials to accomplish all requirements described in this SOW;

· Obtain all necessary licenses and permits required to perform this work required by this SOW;

· Take all precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury and/or damage during period of performance of this contract;

· Be responsible for any injury to their employees as well as for any damages to personnel or Government property that occurs during the period of performance of this contract that is caused by Contractor fault or negligence;

· Ensure that all areas where equipment is serviced within this contract are left in an as-found condition;

· Have technical training and evident track records of working experience in renovation projects in healthcare facilities for a minimum of five (5) years;

· Contractors shall possess and utilize all necessary tools, equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform all work in a safe manner, effectively, and timely. Tools, equipment, and PPE shall comply with OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910, (Subpart I), and NFPA 70E. Prior to initiating work, the Contractor shall provide documentation demonstrating that all instruments, test equipment, tools, and PPE possess current calibration and safety inspections. Dated calibration and safety inspection labels shall be visible on all equipment as applicable;

· Arrange and pay for proper disposal of all generated waste, dust, and debris;

· Maintain project schedule agreed upon in the final contract documents;

· Provide all OSHA site safety for each employee during work; and

· Contractor employees shall have background checks completed.

DELIVERABLES

· The Contractor shall perform the services necessary to complete the entire project in accordance with the SOW and the procedures described in a timely and professional manner, at the location, place, and time that expressed herein.

With No Sensitive Data but Requires Training

VA INFORMATION AND INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY/PRIVACY LANGUAGE

VA INFORMATION CUSTODIAL LANGUAGE:

· Contractors, contractor personnel, subcontractors, and subcontractor personnel shall be subject to the same Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Directives and Handbooks as VA and VA personnel regarding information and information system security.

· If VA determines that the contractor has violated any of the information confidentiality, privacy, and security provisions of the contract, it shall be sufficient grounds for VA to withhold payment to the contractor or third party or terminate the contract for default or terminate for cause under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 12.

· A contractor/subcontractor shall request logical (technical) or physical access to VA information and VA information systems for their employees, subcontractors, and affiliates only to the extent necessary to perform the services specified in the contract, agreement, or task order.

· All contractors, subcontractors, and third-party servicers and associates working with VA information are subject to the same investigative requirements as those of VA appointees or employees who have access to the same types of information. The level and process of background security investigations for contractors must be in accordance with VA Directive and Handbook 0710, Personnel Suitability and Security Program. The Office for Operations, Security, and Preparedness is responsible for these policies and procedures.

SECURITY INCIDENT INVESTIGATION:

· The term “security incident” means an event that has, or could have, resulted in unauthorized access to, loss or damage to VA assets, or sensitive information, or an action that breaches VA security procedures. The contractor/subcontractor shall immediately notify the COR and simultaneously, the designated ISO and Privacy Officer for the contract of any known or suspected security/privacy incidents, or any unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, including that contained in system(s) to which the contractor/subcontractor has access.

· To the extent known by the contractor/subcontractor, the contractor/subcontractor’s notice to VA shall identify the information involved, the circumstances surrounding the incident (including to whom, how, when, and where the VA information or assets were placed at risk or compromised), and any other information that the contractor/subcontractor considers relevant.

· With respect to unsecured protected health information, the business associate is deemed to have discovered a data breach when the business associate knew or should have known of a breach of such information. Upon discovery, the business associate must notify the covered entity of the breach. Notifications need to be made in accordance with the executed business associate agreement.

· In instances of theft or break-in or other criminal activity, the contractor/subcontractor must concurrently report the incident to the appropriate law enforcement entity (or entities) of jurisdiction, including the VA OIG and Security and Law Enforcement. The contractor, its employees, and its subcontractors and their employees shall cooperate with VA and any law enforcement authority responsible for the investigation and prosecution of any possible criminal law violation(s) associated with any incident. The contractor/subcontractor shall cooperate with VA in any civil litigation to recover VA information, obtain monetary or other compensation from a third party for damages arising from any incident, or obtain injunctive relief against any third party arising from, or related to, the incident.

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES FOR DATA BREACH:

· Consistent with the requirements of 38 U.S.C. §5725, a contract may require access to sensitive personal information. If so, the contractor is liable to VA for liquidated damages in the event of a data breach or privacy incident involving any SPI the contractor/subcontractor processes or maintains under this contract. However, it is the policy of VA to forgo collection of liquidated damages in the event the contractor provides payment of actual damages in an amount determined to be adequate by the agency.

· The contractor/subcontractor shall provide notice to VA of a “security incident” as set forth in the Security Incident Investigation section above. Upon such notification, VA must secure from a non-Department entity or the VA Office of Inspector General an independent risk analysis of the data breach to determine the level of risk associated with the data breach for the potential misuse of any sensitive personal information involved in the data breach. The term 'data breach' means the loss, theft, or other unauthorized access, or any access other than that incidental to the scope of employment, to data containing sensitive personal information, in electronic or printed form, that results in the potential compromise of the confidentiality or integrity of the data. Contractor shall fully cooperate with the entity performing the risk analysis. Failure to cooperate may be deemed a material breach and grounds for contract termination.

SECURITY CONTROLS COMPLIANCE TESTING:

On a periodic basis, VA, including the Office of Inspector General, reserves the right to evaluate any or all of the security controls and privacy practices implemented by the contractor under the clauses contained within the contract. With 10 working days’ notice, at the request of the government, the contractor must fully cooperate and assist in a government-sponsored security controls assessment at each location wherein VA information is processed or stored, or information systems are developed, operated, maintained, or used on behalf of VA, including those initiated by the Office of Inspector General. The government may conduct a security control assessment on shorter notice (to include unannounced assessments) as determined by VA in the event of a security incident or at any other time.

TRAINING:

· All contractor employees and subcontractor employees requiring access to VA information and VA information systems shall complete VA Privacy and Information Security Awareness and Rules of Behavior Training before being granted access to VA information and its systems. Sign and acknowledge (either manually or electronically) understanding of and responsibilities for compliance with the Rules of Behavior before being granted access to VA information and its systems.

· The contractor shall provide to the contracting officer and/or the COR a copy of the training certificates and certification of signing the Rules of Behavior for each applicable employee within 1 week of the initiation of the contract and annually thereafter, as required.

· Failure to complete the mandatory annual training and sign the Rules of Behavior annually, within the timeframe required, is grounds for suspension or termination of all physical or electronic access privileges and removal from work on the contract until such time as the training and documents are complete.

The Certification and Accreditation (C&A) requirements do not apply, and a Security Accreditation Package is not required for this SOW.

All Contractor, Pharmaceutical Company Representative (PCR), and Healthcare Industry Representatives (HIR) will coordinate with Contracting Officer Representative for instructions, so they are in compliance with James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital policies listed on the JAHMC Document Management Center share point site:

HPM NO. 90-25; HEALTHCARE VENDOR ACCESS AND COMPETENCY

HPM NO. 132-04; SECURITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

HPM NO. 132‑05; HOSPITAL IDENTIFICATION PROGRAM

HPM NO. 11-91; PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY REPRESENTATIVES

HIR are required to report to MSDU (Room GC-003), immediately after entering the facility. HIR will be required to sign into the monitoring system and print a badge for proper identification. . The Healthcare Industry Representatives for Nutrition and Food Services, Office of Information and Technology, and Social Work Services are in included in this policy; vendors (HIR) for Pharmacy Services are to follow (HPM 11-91) policy. HIR must be sponsored by a physician, a Service Chief, or their designee, for a specified date and a specified case. HIR are not permitted in patient care areas or clinics unless a prior appointment has been made.

Pharmaceutical Company Representative (PCR) refers to anyone acting on behalf of a pharmaceutical company or its business partners for the purpose of promoting the use of items managed under the VA formulary process. These items primarily include drugs, but to a lesser extent also include any medical supplies, nutritional supplements, and similar commodities managed under the VA formulary process.

a. Sign-In: PCRs may visit VA Medical care facilities no earlier than 8:00 a.m. and stay no later than 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless they receive prior approval from both the Chief of the Service that they will be visiting and the Chief of Pharmacy. Representatives visiting the JAHVH must sign in at the Pharmacy Administrative Office (Located in Trailer 78) and wear a visitor’s badge as well as their company’s personal name badge while in the hospital.

Vendors: Reference Hospital Memorandum Policy Number 90-25 Healthcare Vendor Access and Competency.

Contractors and/or project managers: Will be issued a PIV/ID badge in accordance with the facility PIV Policy. Contactors will contact their assigned VA Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for coordination.

Contract Personnel/Sub-Contractors: Contractors are responsible for the daily accountability and identification of all personnel assigned to their respective contract including sub-contractors. Contractors will identify personnel using the following procedures as appropriate.

Construction Project contract personnel will report to the contractor for issuance of a temporary self-adhesive identification badge. This badge will be issued on a daily basis and must include the following information: Company name, project number, date and name of individual. Contractor will maintain a daily log of all personnel.

Contract personnel not involved in an actual construction project will report to police dispatch for issuance of a numbered badge. A driver’s license or photo ID will be required each day upon entering the facility, in exchange for the badge, and will be given back once the badge is returned to police dispatch. The contractor will provide Police Service with a list of names for all sub-contract personnel requiring access to the facility. It is the responsibility of the contractor to update the list as necessary.

NPR OPC; CBOCs and Off-site Lease facilities with VA Police staffing: As above with check-in with VA Police.

Off-site Lease facilities w/o VA Police staffing: Coordinate with COR, Administrative Officer, or Service Point of Contact.

NARA Records Management For Contracts

1. Contractor shall comply with all applicable records management laws and regulations, as well as National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) records policies, including but not limited to the Federal Records Act (44 U.S.C. chs. 21, 29, 31, 33), NARA regulations at 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B, and those policies associated with the safeguarding of records covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). These policies include the preservation of all records, regardless of form or characteristics, mode of transmission, or state of completion.

2. In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, all data created for Government use and delivered to, or falling under the legal control of, the Government are Federal records subject to the provisions of 44 U.S.C. chapters 21, 29, 31, and 33, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), as amended, and the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended and must be managed and scheduled for disposition only as permitted by statute or regulation.

3. In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, Contractor shall maintain all records created for Government use or created in the course of performing the contract and/or delivered to, or under the legal control of the Government and must be managed in accordance with Federal law. Electronic records and associated metadata must be accompanied by sufficient technical documentation to permit understanding and use of the records and data.

4. James A Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics and its contractors are responsible for preventing the alienation or unauthorized destruction of records, including all forms of mutilation. Records may not be removed from the legal custody of James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics or destroyed except for in accordance with the provisions of the agency records schedules and with the written concurrence of the Head of the Contracting Activity. Willful and unlawful destruction, damage or alienation of Federal records is subject to the fines and penalties imposed by 18 U.S.C. 2701.

In the event of any unlawful or accidental removal, defacing, alteration, or destruction of records, Contractor must report to James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics. The agency must report promptly to NARA in accordance with 36 CFR 1230.

5. The Contractor shall immediately notify the appropriate Contracting Officer upon discovery of any inadvertent or unauthorized disclosures of information, data, documentary materials, records or equipment. Disclosure of non-public information is limited to authorized personnel with a need-to-know as described in the [contract vehicle]. The Contractor shall ensure that the appropriate personnel, administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are established to ensure the security and confidentiality of this information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is properly protected. The Contractor shall not remove material from Government facilities or systems, or facilities or systems operated or maintained on the Government’s behalf, without the express written permission of the Head of the Contracting Activity. When information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is no longer required, it shall be returned to James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics control or the Contractor must hold it until otherwise directed. Items returned to the Government shall be hand carried, mailed, emailed, or securely electronically transmitted to the Contracting Officer or address prescribed in the [contract vehicle]. Destruction of records is EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED unless in accordance with Paragraph (4).

6. The Contractor is required to obtain the Contracting Officer's approval prior to engaging in any contractual relationship (sub-contractor) in support of this contract requiring the disclosure of information, documentary material and/or records generated under, or relating to, contracts. The Contractor (and any sub-contractor) is required to abide by Government and James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics guidance for protecting sensitive, proprietary information, classified, and controlled unclassified information.

7. The Contractor shall only use Government IT equipment for purposes specifically tied to or authorized by the contract and in accordance with James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics policy.

8. The Contractor shall not create or maintain any records containing any non-public James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics information that are not specifically tied to or authorized by the contract.

9. The Contractor shall not retain, use, sell, or disseminate copies of any deliverable that contains information covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 or that which is generally protected from public disclosure by an exemption to the Freedom of Information Act.

10. The James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics owns the rights to all data and records produced as part of this contract. All deliverables under the contract are the property of the U.S. Government for which James A Haley Veterans’ Hospital and Clinics shall have unlimited rights to use, dispose of, or disclose such data contained therein as it determines to be in the public interest. Any Contractor rights in the data or deliverables must be identified as required by FAR 52.227-11 through FAR 52.227-20.

11. Training. All Contractor employees assigned to this contract who create, work with, or otherwise handle records are required to take VHA-provided records management training, Talent Management System (TMS) Item #4192704, Records Management for Everyone. The Contractor is responsible for confirming training has been completed according to agency policies, including initial training and any annual or refresher training. [Note: To the extent an agency requires contractors to complete records management training, the agency must provide the training to the contractor.] D. Flowdown of requirements to Subcontractors

1. The Contractor shall incorporate the substance of this clause, its terms and requirements including this paragraph, in all subcontracts under this [contract vehicle], and require written subcontractor acknowledgment of same.

2. Violation by a subcontractor of any provision set forth in this clause will be attributed to the Contractor.

MARCH 12, 2010, VA HANDBOOK 6500.6 APPENDIX 8 VA ACQUISITION REGULATION SOLICITATION PROVISION AND CONTRACT CLAUSE NOTE: This clause will undergo official rule making by the Office of Acquisitions and Logistics. The below language will be submitted for public review through the Federal Register. The final wording of the clause may be changed from what is outlined below based on public review and comment. Once approved, the final language in the clause can be obtained from the Office of Acquisitions and Logistics Programs and Policy.

1. SUBPART 839.2 - INFORMATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

839.201 Contract clause for Information and Information Technology Security:

a. Due to the threat of data breach, compromise or loss of information that resides on either VA-owned or contractor-owned systems, and to comply with Federal laws and regulations, VA has developed an Information and Information Technology Security clause to be used when VA sensitive information is accessed, used, stored, generated, transmitted, or exchanged by and between VA and a contractor, subcontractor or a third party in any format (e.g., paper, microfiche, electronic or magnetic portable media).

b. In solicitations and contracts where VA Sensitive Information or Information Technology will be accessed or utilized, the CO shall insert the clause found at 852.273-75, Security Requirements for Unclassified Information Technology Resources.

2. 852.273-75 - SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES (INTERIM- OCTOBER 2008)

As prescribed in 839.201, insert the following clause:

The contractor, their personnel, and their subcontractors shall be subject to the Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Directives and Handbooks regarding information and information system security as delineated in this contract.

(END OF CLAUSE)

See attached document: 07 673-21-153_HallsAndWalls_Drawings.

See attached document: 07 673-21-153_HallsAndWalls_Specs.

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