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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

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(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

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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.

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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 541-18-101 36C250 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Healthcare System Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 2780 Airport Dr - Suite 340 Columbus OH 43219 36C250 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Healthcare System Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 Airport Dr - Suite 340 Columbus OH 43219 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25020B0065 06-07-2021

X X X X The purpose of this solicitation amendment is to:

1), Correct item 12a on page 1 of the SF 1442 from NO to YES - Therefore, the contractor MUST furnish any payment & performance bonds.

2). Provide answers to RFI questions submitted before the deadline. Please see the continuation pages of this amendment for details.

3). Provide an amended specification section 280500

All other terms & conditions remain unchanged & in full effect.

Please clarify the following RFI items:

1. Drawing FA-R-0.2 & Drawing FA-D-0.1 Cable Conflict Drawing FA-R-0.2 shows the following cables being required between the new FANE and FAZE panels:

1 – 6 strand 62.5/125 Fiber Optic Cable - Audio 2 – Red/Black #14 THHN Pairs for Strobe Sync 4 – Red 16-2 Shielded Cables – SLC Loop Drawing FA-R-0.1 shows the following cables being required between the new FANE and FAZE panels:

Amplifier Network Loop – (2) 9/125 Single Mode Fiber Optic Cables Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) Loop – (1) #16 unshielded twisted pair with overall jacket Please advise the following:

In general, it should be noted that the wiring shown is for reference and scope conceptualization only. The fire alarm system vendor shall verify cabling requirements and submit wiring diagrams for approval. Contractor is required to coordinate cabling with vendor and provide all required cabling for a complete system per specifications. Fire alarm vendor shall be permitted to make cabling recommendations that differ from drawings along with description of recommendation for consideration during the shop drawing review process.

1. Is the fiber cable required to 62.5/125 (Multimode) or 9/125 Single Mode?

Provide 6-strands of single-mode. Utilize (2) strands for connection and coil (4) strands as spare.

1. Are the strobe sync #14 THHN pairs required?

It is assumed that some areas may have strobes from multiple zones visible at the same time. Provide strobe sync. If there are alternative methods to achieve strobe sync, vendor shall provide information during shop drawing submittal process.

1. Is the SLC loop wiring to be shielded or unshielded?

Specifications require shielded cabling unless specifically accepted by the manufacturer in writing.

1. How many 16-2 SLC cables are required between the FANE and FAZE panels? 4 or 1?

1 SLC loop circuit is sufficient.

1. Drawing FA-A-1.1 Clarifications

1. Two Smoke Detectors, One Pull Station and Two Duct Detectors are shown at the end of the addressable device schedule as having “NO ADDRESS”. Are these devices to be replaced with new?

It is not clear what is wrong with “NO ADDRESS” devices. The device may have failed, the wiring may be bad or disconnected, or there may be a programming issue. For bidding purposes, assume device must be replaced. Devices may be tested for functionality and if functional, may be reconnected to new loop and re-programmed with new address. Devices purchased but not used for replacement shall be turned over to owner as spare.

1. Existing Pull Station N14 L1 M20 shown on the addressable device schedule cannot be found on the floor plan. Please advise device location.

Device is located in Vestibule BE502. Device has been tag and revised prints may be issued for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. The following devices were found on the floor plan but are not shown on the addressable device schedule to be demolished or put on new loop. Please advise if these devices are to be demolished or added to a new loop.

Relay modules were not included in schedule due to a device filtering issue. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded. Loops are indicated below:

2. RM in B-D410 address N7 L2 M91 N1.1 L1

2. RM in B-D412 address N7 L2 M93 N1.1 L1

2. RM in B-D414 address N7 L2 M95 N1.1 L1

2. RM in CE02 address N7 L2 M97 N1.1 L3

2. RM in BF-402 address N7 L2 M99 N1.1 L2

2. RM in BF-402 address N7 L2 M100 N1.1 L2

2. RM in B-D410 address N7 L2 M104 N1.1 L1

1. Drawing FA-A-1.2 Clarifications

1. Ten Smoke Detectors, Three Pull Stations, One Control Module and Three Duct Detectors are shown at the top of the addressable device schedule as having existing FA address “N1.2 L2” and are to be installed on new node/loop N1.2 L1. Based on the floor plans we believe these devices are actually as follows and are to be installed on new loop N1.2 L2 not L1 as shown. Please advise.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L6 D25 in BC401 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D28 in BC400 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D33 in BB400 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D34 in BB401 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D35 in BC401 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D4 in BB372 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D98 in BB300E Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector N3 L7 D99 in BB370 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector New Device above FANE Panel N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Smoke Detector New Device above FAZE Panel N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Pull Station N3 L7 M2 in BB300D N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Pull Station N3 L7 M22 in BC400 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Pull Station N3 L7 M99 in BB260 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Control Module N3 L7 M27 in BC400 Old device address updated. N1.2 L2 is correct. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Duct Detector “Not Hooked Up” in BC400 N1.2 L2 is correct. Contractor shall confirm function of detector prior to reconnection. If abandoned in place with no function, device shall be removed and not reconnected to new loop. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Duct Detector “Not Hooked Up” in BC401 N1.2 L2 is correct. Contractor shall confirm function of detector prior to reconnection. If abandoned in place with no function, device shall be removed and not reconnected to new loop. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Duct Detector “Not Hooked Up” in BC401 N1.2 L2 is correct. Contractor shall confirm function of detector prior to reconnection. If abandoned in place with no function, device shall be removed and not reconnected to new loop. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. Drawings FA-A-1.3a to 1.3f Clarifications

1. Existing Smoke Detector N7 L2 D74 is shown twice on the addressable device schedule and only one device labeled N7 L2 D74 cannot be found on the floor plan 1.3b. Please advise 2nd device location.

Device is a duplicate. Unlabeled smoke detector in adjacent elevator shaft was an accidental copy of the detector and can be deleted.

1. The following devices were found on the floor plan but are not shown on the addressable device schedule to be demolished or put on new loop. Please advise if these devices are to be demolished or added to a new loop.

1. RM in BC404, Main Bldg Basement address N7 L2 M90 Relay modules were not included in schedule due to a device filtering issue. N7 L2 M90 shall be connected to N1.3 L4. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded.

1. CM in BB421, Main Bldg Basement address N3 L7 M10 Device shall be connected to N1.3 L1.

1. Strobe FCPS Power Supply in BB421, Main Bldg Basement address N3 L7 M12 Device shall be connected to N1.3 L1.

1. Drawings FA-A-1.4 Clarifications

1. The following devices were found on the floor plan but are not shown on the addressable device schedule to be demolished or put on new loop. Please advise if these devices are to be demolished or added to a new loop.

1. RM in 1D-100 address N7 L1 M150 Relay module shall be connected to N1.4 L1 Also note, smoke detector at plan east end of 1D-400 existing address should be N7 L1 D153. (2) devices are currently labeled as D152

1. Drawings FA-A-1.5 Clarifications

1. The following devices were found on the floor plan but are not shown on the addressable device schedule to be demolished or put on new loop. Please advise if these devices are to be demolished or added to a new loop.

Relay modules were not included in schedule due to a device filtering issue. Revised schedules may be printed for clarity after the job is awarded. Loops are indicated below:

1. S in 1C414 address N3 L8 D65 Device is shown connected to N1.6 L1 as remote test switch is shown on the other side of the barrier, it is believe that this device may not be located in this zone. Contractor shall verify. Provide conduit and wiring necessary to remove from existing loop and connect to appropriate loop when final location of device is determined.

1. S in 1C420 address N3 L8 D49 Device is shown in schedule. Device shall be connected to N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1C300 address N7 L1 M44 N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1B300B address N7 L1 M36 N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1B300B address N7 L1 M37 N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1B300B address N7 L1 M38 N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1B300B address N7 L1 M45 N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1B300B address N7 L1 M46 N1.5 L1

1. RM in 1C200-2 address N7 L1 M47 N1.5 L1

1. Per the specifications any existing fire alarm conduit that is not being utilized is to be removed complete. Please confirm capping or plugging the conduits when they are above existing ceiling is acceptable.

Existing raceway (conduit, junction boxes, pullboxes, hangers, conduit racks, other support methods, etc) above accessible ceilings shall be removed complete. Conduit above inaccessible ceilings (hard ceilings) or within existing walls shall be capped/plugged after removal of existing cabling and tagged as abandoned. COR shall make determination regarding ceiling accessibility if the contractor has questions regarding a specific area.

1. Per specification section 010000 – 1.9.3 the contractor is to cleaned and maintained mechanical equipment when being utilized for temporary use. If the system is not modified in anyway however just utilized as currently designed will this maintenance be required?

The use of the equipment for temporary means should be coordinated with the VA COR and M&O staff.

1. In regards to utilizing the elevators, will the VA be designating specific elevators for usage specifically for this contract that we will be required to protect, or is it assumed the VA will specify service elevators that this contract will be allowed to utilize that are common use?

For all work-related activities, the service elevators located centrally in the hospital shall be used. Contractor should not use patient elevators for construction related activities.

1. Will the VA be designating specific toilets for use as part of this contract? Or since the work is all over the entire facility will we be sharing toilets with rest of the public? In addition, if we are sharing toilet facilities is cleaning of these toilets part of this contract responsibility?

Contractor is welcome to use the public restrooms in the facility, however, personnel are expected be clean when using them and not leave behind construction dust/debris/etc. No cleaning of facilities is required.

1. The specifications call out for mechanical balance testing as part of this project, please confirm this only applies to the items that are being construction modified by the project and not every mechanical unit where a duct detector is being replaced.

HVAC Testing and Balancing is only necessary for work illustrated on the mechanical drawings. For new duct branch lines, contractor shall verify existing Min/Max setpoints of VAV terminals and increase setpoints in order to accommodate the added branch line air flows.

1. Does the VA anticipate any asbestos removal as part of this project?

As the work is throughout the existing facility, there is a chance that asbestos may be present. The VA asbestos survey is attached to this amendment.

1. Does the VA anticipate any asbestos being disturbed as part of performing the work required with this project? If so, please define where.

Refer to the attached asbestos survey. Pipe insulation is a common material having ACM that may be above ceiling. Typically, if there is no known ACM in an area, the Contractor must inform the COR of suspicious material and the VA will have it tested.

1. Section 014500 speaks in great detail about CQC personnel, specifically the need for a mechanical engineer, testing and balancing, etc. Is this work to be performed on every piece of mechanical equipment that is having the duct detectors replaced?

Where duct detectors are utilized for unit shutdown, the equipment should be tested to verify operation. If duct detectors only signal an alarm, mech or TAB testing of units where duct detectors were replaced is not necessary.

1. In section 019100 is it the intention of the VA to commission the system by zone and then turn over to the VA that zone, where the warranty system will then begin?

Warranty shall begin when all panels have been installed, all existing devices have been cutover for all buildings, and all buildings have been tested individually and together as a complete system.

1. Per specification section 280500 – 1.9A-1 says to “maintain the entire integrated electronic security system in an operational state . for a period of one year” Please confirm that maintaining of the security system is not to be included within this contract.

“Security System” applies to systems under the umbrella of the Division 28 “Electronic Safety and Security System” specifications. In this case, the 1-year maintenance period shall apply to the fire alarm system.

1. Can you confirm Specification section 280500-1.9B is not applicable to this contract?

“Security System” applies to systems under the umbrella of the Division 28 “Electronic Safety and Security System” specifications. In this case, description of work shall apply to the fire alarm system and any integration points between the fire alarm system and other systems. An amended version of this section will be issued.

1. Specification section 280513 2.11 and 3.2 speak to utilizing 2-Hour UL rated fire alarm cabling. Is that a requirement or just an approved wiring method since all of the wiring is within conduit?

Per VA Fire Protection Design Manual, “wiring installed in metal raceway within buildings that are protected throughout by sprinklers are considered to meet the NFPA 72 requirements for Pathway Survivability as a 2-hour performance alternative that has been approved by the authority having jurisdiction and is permitted for voice communication systems in VA facilities”. This does not preclude the use of 2-hour rated cabling in special circumstances, however, the manual also states that all fire alarm cabling shall be installed in conduit, which may not be an approved installation for 2-hour rated cabling. Contractor shall make a formal request for variance for review by the VA if they wish to use 2-hour rated cabling in lieu of conduit and conductors in a specific area/case.

1. Will it be the responsibility of this contractor to perform a smoke test for every duct detector replaced or would standard testing methods be sufficient?

All replaced duct detectors shall be tested via smoke test.

1. Will it be the responsibility of this contractor to a full-scale functionality test to ensure all of the smoke barriers operate properly, or will this contract just be responsible to ensure the new fire alarm wiring works appropriately?

The contractor is not responsible for inspecting and ensuring the integrity of each existing smoke barrier. However, the contractor shall be responsible for all new penetrations through existing barriers and for the correct operation of fire/smoke shutters, doors, door holds, etc. that are re-connected to the new system from an operations perspective. The contractor is not responsible for replacing an existing door, shutter, closer, etc. under the base scope if it is not functioning. These situations shall be reported to the COR for further consideration.

1. Specification section 283100 1.6 B says the all inspection, testing, maintenance, etc. for the sprinkler system alarm, elevator, HVAC shutdown, extinguishing systems, shall be part of this contract. However, in 283100 1.6A it says NFPA testing of the system is only required for the fire alarm system for one year after final acceptance by the COR, which section is correct?

Any potential contract resulting out of this solicitation shall contain FAR Clause 52.246-21 Warranty of Construction. Existing systems shall be covered under existing service agreements.

1. The Solicitation states under item 12a that a performance and payment bond is not required, however in item 12b it says the bond is to be furnished within 10 days, which is accurate?

Bond is required on this project. Solicitation will be corrected by amendment reflecting the correct bond requirement information.

See attached document: 280500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY. - Revised 7-26 -2021.