Amendment 5.pdf

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

CODE

6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED

PAGE OF PAGES

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED

BPA NO. 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

FACILITY CODE CODE

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

E. IMPORTANT:

is extended,

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

(REV. 11/2016)

is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office. is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

15C. DATE SIGNED

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER

Contractor

16C. DATE SIGNED

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

STANDARD FORM 30 PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

(Type or print) (Type or print)

(Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

(Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code)

(If other than Item 6)

(Specify type of modification and authority)

(such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

(If required)

(SEE ITEM 11)

(SEE ITEM 13)

(X)

CHECK

ONE

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

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621-22-1-5082-0005

621-18-111

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 9 (90C)

NCO 9

1639 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 400 Murfreesboro TN 37129

90C

Network Contracting Office 9 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (90C) 1639 Medical Center Parkway Suite 400 Murfreesboro TN 37129

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24921B0012

10-08-2021

X

X X

November 4, 2021 at 11:00 AM CT

621-3620162-5082-854200-3223-23NRNR001

X 1

The purpose of this amendment is to provide revised drawings and specifications. There is a drawing to show area as of this date. The SOW has been updated. The information for COVID requirements has been updated.

NOTE: Bids are extended to November 4, 2021 at 11:00 AM CT.

The call in number is 1-872-701-0185 Conference Code ID: 608910517#.

Diana K. Grube Contracting Officer

VA Project No. 621-18-111 “Renovate Bldg. 8 Phase II” James H. Quillen VAMC, Mountain Home, TN 37684

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

(Construction)

Bid Item 1 (Base Bid):

The Contractor shall furnish all materials, labor, equipment, supervision, quality control and safety to perform all work for VA Project #621-18-111 "Renovate Bldg. 8 Phase II” at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Mountain Home, TN, in accordance with this SOW, as indicated in the consolidated drawings dated October 04, 2021 and Specifications Volumes I, II and III dated 04 October 2018. Work will include, completing the construction of several features of work left unfinished at the completion of Phase 1.

The primary areas of work are on the 3rd floor while some miscellaneous work in other areas of the building may be required to support completion of all 3rd floor features required by this SOW. Features of work to be completed include: preparation of floors for finished flooring;

installation of finished flooring and wall base (rubber & wood); completion of some metal stud partition walls, drywall installation and preparation; finish wall preparation for paint and wall coverings; finish ceiling preparation and painting; acoustical ceiling tile systems; installation of doors and hardware; installation of wood window and door trim; wood window sills; finished wood & laminate casework and solid surface counter tops; bathroom finishes including paint, tile, partitions, sinks, counters and accessories; IT room data racks, patch panels, accessories, all data cable terminations therein and testing; demo temporary lighting, new lighting, rework heads and completion of fire sprinkler system; HVAC duct work flex drops and ceiling grill transitions; integration of all ceiling mounted items such as lights, HVAC grills, speakers, fire alarm devices, etc; clean HVAC return an supply ducts; test and balance HVAC system; test and adjust HVAC controls system; and complete setup and testing of PACS system. Infection Control measures shall be employed at all times. A risk assessment (ICRA) will be provided prior to execution of work, but plan for Level II minimum. Use of elevator shall be limited to transporting new material. Use of a window trash shoot will be required where necessary. All employees shall use the East stairwell for access to the job. When completed, all systems, as graphically indicated and described on the drawings and specifications, shall be coordinated and fully functional.

The construction time allocated for completion of the work is 180 calendar days from receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP).

Instructions for use of 52.223-99 ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROCOTOLS FOR FEDERAL

CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021) (DEVIATION):

Contracting officers are required to include the clause in—

• New contracts awarded on or after November 14, 2021 from solicitations issued before October 15, 2021 (this includes new orders awarded on or after November 14, 2021 from solicitations issued before October 15, 2021 under existing indefinite-delivery contracts):

• New solicitations issued on or after October 15, 2021 and contracts awarded pursuant to those solicitations (this includes new solicitations issued on or after October 15, 2021 for orders awarded pursuant to those solicitations under existing indefinite-delivery contracts);

• Extensions or renewals of existing contracts and orders awarded on or after October 15, 2021; and

• Options on existing contracts and orders exercised on or after October 15, 2021.

To maximize the goal of getting more people vaccinated and decrease the spread of COVID-19, the Task Force strongly encourages agencies to apply the requirements of the Task Force Guidance broadly, consistent with applicable law. Accordingly, in VA contracting officers are encouraged, but are not required to include the clause in-

• Contracts that will be awarded prior to November 14, 2021 on solicitations issued before October 15, 2021; and

• Contracts that are not covered or directly addressed by the E.O. because the contract or subcontract is under the simplified acquisition threshold.

The clause shall not be applied to:

• Contracts and subcontracts with Indian Tribes under the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance (P.L. 93-638); or

• Solicitations and contracts if performance is outside the United States or its outlying areas (the exclusion is limited to employees who are performing work outside the U.S.

or its outlying areas).

See attached document: FAR 52.223-99 OCT 2021 Deviation - EAS Version FAR Class Dev-EO 14042 COVID Safety Protocols Fed Contractors.

VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors

1. Contractor employees who work in or travel to VHA locations must comply with the following:

a. Documentation requirements:

1) If fully vaccinated, shall show proof of vaccination.

i. NOTE: Acceptable proof of vaccination includes a signed record of immunization from a health care provider or pharmacy, a copy of the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (CDC Form MLS-319813_r, published on September 3, 2020), or a copy of medical records documenting the vaccination.

2) If unvaccinated and granted a medical or religious exception, shall show negative COVID-19 test results dated within three calendar days prior to desired entry date. Test must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use or full approval. This includes tests available by a doctor’s order or an FDA approved over-the-counter test.

3) Documentation cited in this section shall be digitally or physically maintained on each contractor employee while in a VA facility and is subject to inspection prior to entry to VA facilities and after entry for spot inspections by Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) or other hospital personnel.

4) Documentation will not be collected by the VA; contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

2. Contractor employees are subject to daily screening for COVID-19 and may be denied entry to VA facilities if they fail to pass screening protocols. As part of the screening process contractors may be asked screening questions found on the COVID-19 Screening Tool. Check regularly for updates.

a. Contractor employees who work away from VA locations, but who will have direct contact with VA patients shall self-screen utilizing the COVID-19 Screening Tool, in advance, each day that they will have direct patient contact and in accordance with their person or persons who coordinate COVID-19 workplace safety efforts at covered contractor workplaces. Contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

3. Contractor must immediately notify their COR or Contracting Officer if contract performance is jeopardized due to contractor employees being denied entry into VA Facilities.

https://www.va.gov/covid19screen/ https://www.va.gov/covid19screen/

A.1 List of Attachments See attached document: 621-18-111_Bldg 8 3rd Flr Gen Cond Photos 10-25-21.

See attached document: 621-22-1-5082-0005_PN621-18-111 Bid Specs Vol1 10-04-21.

See attached document: 621-22-1-5082-0005_PN621-18-111 Bid Specs Vol2 10-04-21.

See attached document: 621-22-1-5082-0005_PN621-18-111 Bid Specs Vol3 10-04-21.

See attached document: 621-18-111 COMBINED DRAWING SET 100 FC 10-04-21.

A.1 List of Attachments