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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:

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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) None Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 10 8888 Keystone Crossing Suite 1100 Indianapolis IN 46240 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 10 8888 Keystone Crossing Suite 1100 Indianapolis IN 46240 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25022Q0990 10-24-2022

X X ** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: October 26, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. EST X One (1) The purpose of this amendment is to provide answers to solicitation questions asked by potential offerors.

Please see the pages below for revised SOW, questions and answers.

Kristina L. Peart Contracting Officer

CONTINUATION PAGE

Questions and Answer for NIHCS General Waste and Recycling Page 11 of 141 – The paragraph’s titled Compactor and Container Cleaning Requirements both state “The contractor shall notify the Environmental Management office upon arrival for compactor exchange and shall allow approximately 15 minutes for a VA employee to wash down the area under the compactor.”

Question 1 – This paragraph infers, by its use of the work “exchange” that the contractor is required to supply 2 self-contained compactors for this building to arrange for an on-site and immediate exchange each time this container is serviced. Is it a requirement of the contractor to provide 2 self-contained compactors for this purpose, or will the contractor be allowed to supply one compactor with this cleaning occurring while it is in transit to the disposal facility?

This needs to be a 1 for 1 exchange so the facility does not go without having a dumpster for any duration of time.

Page 11 of 141 – The paragraph titled Compactor Specifications does not provide sufficient information to provide a proper quote for the equipment. (Marion Trash Compactor) Question 2 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is this compactor located at ground level or is it placed against a dock?

Placed against a loading dock.

Question 3 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is it fed from the ground, from a dock, or both?

Fed from the dock.

Question 4 – Since there was no site visit allowed, what are the specifications for the hopper attached to this compactor? Does it include any additional safety bars/rails? If so, what is the exact design and measurements?

There needs to be a hopper attached to the dumpsters with a safety gate. Unable to provide exact design or measurements as this could change depending on what the contractor will provide.

Question 5 – Since there was no site visit allowed, does the hopper include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute system to protect from the elements and/or assist with loading from inside a building?

The compactor has a “hopper/shroud” that protects against the element. The compactor is completely enclosed when the bay door is open.

Question 6 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if this compactor does include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute is that owned by the VA or the current equipment provider?

It will be the responsibility of the contractor to provide the cover.

Question 7 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if the shroud, cover, or chute is not owned by the VA, what are the specific design specifications and measurements?

The measurement can change based off what the contractor states they can provide.

Question 8 – Since there was no site visit allowed, are there any building, parking, or other structures that need to be considered while the driver is providing safe service of this compactor?

It is located at a loading dock. While making the exchange they cannot block other loading docks.

Question 9 – What are the historical weights (tons), by month, for this compactor for the last 12 months of reporting provided to the VA from the current contractor? If the Government intends on fair competition for this requirement this information must be provided. This information is available to the incumbent and must be provided to all bidders, so they can accurately reflect their costs used for pricing.

See table below for the weights.

Page 14 of 141 – section a. Building #174 dock. (Marion Recycle Compactor) Question 10 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is this compactor located at ground level or is it placed against a dock?

Placed against a loading dock.

Question 11 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is it fed from the ground, from a dock, or both?

Fed from the dock.

Question 12 – Since there was no site visit allowed, what are the specifications for the hopper attached to this compactor? Does it include any additional safety bars/rails? If so, what is the exact design and measurements?

There needs to be a hopper attached to the dumpsters with a safety gate. Unable to provide exact design or measurements as this could change depending on what the contractor will provide.

Question 13 – Since there was no site visit allowed, does the hopper include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute system to protect from the elements and/or assist with loading from inside a building?

The compactor has a “hopper/shroud” that protects against the element. The compactor is completely enclosed when the bay door is open.

Question 14 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if this compactor does include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute is that owned by the VA or the current equipment provider?

The compactor has a “hopper/shroud” that protects against the element. The compactor is completely enclosed when the bay door is open.

Question 15 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if the shroud, cover, or chute is not owned by the VA, what are the specific design specifications and measurements?

It will be the responsibility of the contractor to provide the cover.

Question 16 – Since there was no site visit allowed, are there any building, parking, or other structures that need to be considered while the driver is providing safe service of this compactor?

It is located at a loading dock. While making the exchange they cannot block other loading docks.

Question 17 – What are the historical weights (tons), by month, for this compactor for the last 12 months of reporting provided to the VA from the current contractor? If the Government intends on fair competition for this requirement this information must be provided. This information is available to the incumbent and must be provided to all bidders, so they can accurately reflect their costs used for pricing.

See table below for the weights.

Question 18 – Batteries are listed in the list of “all recycled material as specified above” and are not safe to dispose of in a compactor co-mingled with other recyclable items. Will the Government adjust this requirement to not include batteries as a recyclable item as this requirement is typically included in a Universal Waste Contract and not a Solid Waste and Recycling Contract.

All batteries are recycled at the facility, none of them go in waste. This requirement will not change. We are looking for options from contractors on how they can meet these requirements to ensure a green environment.

Question 19 – Since there was no site visit allowed, does this compactor have the exact same “Compactor Specifications” as the compactor listed on page 11 of 141?

208-volt, 30-amp, 3-phase power with switch 10 from compactor location?

Yes Question 20 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if these specifications are different, please provide those exact specifications for this compactor.

N/A

Page 15 of 141 – section d. Building #1 dock. (Ft. Wayne 26-yard recycle compactor) Question 21 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is this compactor located at ground level or is it placed against a dock?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 22 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is it fed from the ground, from a dock, or both?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 23 – Since there was no site visit allowed, what are the specifications for the hopper attached to this compactor? Does it include any additional safety bars/rails? If so, what is the exact design and measurements?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 24 – Since there was no site visit allowed, does the hopper include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute system to protect from the elements and/or assist with loading from inside a building?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 25 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if this compactor does include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute is that owned by the VA or the current equipment provider?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 26 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if the shroud, cover, or chute is not owned by the VA, what are the specific design specifications and measurements?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 27 – Since there was no site visit allowed, are there any building, parking, or other structures that need to be considered while the driver is providing safe service of this compactor?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 28 – What are the historical weights (tons), by month, for this compactor for the last 12 months of reporting provided to the VA from the current contractor? If the Government intends on fair competition for this requirement this information must be provided. This information is available to the incumbent and must be provided to all bidders, so they can accurately reflect their costs used for pricing.

Same as listed above Question 29 – Batteries are listed in the list of “all recycled material as specified above” and are not safe to dispose of in a compactor co-mingled with other recyclable items. Will the Government adjust this requirement to not include batteries as a recyclable item as this requirement is typically included in a Universal Waste Contract and not a Solid Waste and Recycling Contract.

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 30 – Since there was no site visit allowed, does this compactor have the exact same “Compactor Specifications” as the compactor listed on page 11 of 141?

208-volt, 30-amp, 3-phase power with switch 10 from compactor location?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 31 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if these specifications are different, please provide those exact specifications for this compactor.

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 32 – The CLIN for this compactor (xx50) has a QTY of 52 WK. However, the Statement of Work says, “Pick up: Once a month”. Does this container require service once per week or once per month?

All compactors are needing emptied once a week and will need a 1 for 1 exchange. There cannot be any period of time that the facilities are without a compactor.

Page 9 of 141 – 2x - 8 or 10 cubic yard containers are listed for Building 1. However, the CLINs do not have a section for pricing these containers.

Question 33 - Are they intended to be included in this requirement or not? If they are to be included as part of this requirement, then they must have associated CLINs for pricing.

The 2 – 8 yard dumpsters were replaced by a compactor.

Page 10 of 141 – a 30 cubic yard roll off is listed with a frequency of “Monthly/ as needed”. CLIN xx14 states “Once a week” with an annual QTY of 17.

Question 34 – Is this roll off scheduled service or on call service?

Serviced every 2 weeks or on an as needed basis.

Question 35 – If it is on call, what are the historical hauls performed, by month, for this roll off for the last 12 months of reporting provided to the VA from the current contractor? If the Government intends on fair competition for this requirement this information must be provided. This information is available to the incumbent and must be provided to all bidders, so they can accurately reflect their costs used for pricing.

Was previously once a month however this was not enough that is why we are changing the frequency.

Question 36 - If this container is scheduled, what is the actual frequency and QTY bidders should use for pricing?

Every 2 weeks or on an as needed basis Question 37 – What are the historical weights (tons), by month, for this compactor for the last 12 months of reporting provided to the VA from the current contractor? If the Government intends on fair competition for this requirement this information must be provided. This information is available to the incumbent and must be provided to all bidders, so they can accurately reflect their costs used for pricing.

Page 10 of 141 – Listed under the Marion campus is “29 Gallon tote on wheels” and an associated schedule of “weekly”. The CLINS for these xx21 – xx49 all list “Twice a week” with a QTY of 104.

Question 38 – What is the actual schedule required by the Government for these 29x - 90-gallon totes?

Twice a week Page 10 of 141 – In the section titled Compactor, there is listed the requirement for “one 21 cubic yards self-contained, leak-proof compactor for food and other non-recyclable items”. CLIN xx13 states this is a “34 Yard Compactor”.

Question 39 - Since there was no site visit allowed, what is the actual requirement for the size of the compactor?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above. 34 yard Page 18 of 141 – CLIN xxx1 lists a Trash Compactor for Fort Wayne. There is no direct reference to this compactor anywhere in the SOW.

Question 40 – Since there was no site visit allowed, what are the specification requirements for this compactor?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 41 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is this compactor located at ground level or is it placed against a dock?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 42 – Since there was no site visit allowed, is it fed from the ground, from a dock, or both?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 43 – Since there was no site visit allowed, what are the specifications for the hopper attached to this compactor? Does it include any additional safety bars/rails? If so, what is the exact design and measurements?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 44 – Since there was no site visit allowed, does the hopper include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute system to protect from the elements and/or assist with loading from inside a building?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 45 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if this compactor does include a metal (or other material) shroud, cover, or chute is that owned by the VA or the current equipment provider?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 46 – Since there was no site visit allowed, if the shroud, cover, or chute is not owned by the VA, what are the specific design specifications and measurements?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 47 – Since there was no site visit allowed, are there any building, parking, or other structures that need to be considered while the driver is providing safe service of this compactor?

Compactor requirements are the exact same as listed above.

Question 48 – What are the historical weights (tons), by month, for this compactor for the last 12 months of reporting provided to the VA from the current contractor? If the Government intends on fair competition for this requirement this information must be provided. This information is available to the incumbent and must be provided to all bidders, so they can accurately reflect their costs used for pricing.

Question 49. – CLIN 0013 – Marion Waste Services 34 yard Compactor to be serviced 2 weekly. (Currently there’s a 26 yard Compactor there that’s being serviced 2 times a week).

VA needs a bigger compactor that’s the reason for a 34 yard compactor for at both campuses. Compactor needs to be exchanged at time pick up, there has to be a compactor at all times.

Question 50. - CLIN 0014- Marion Waste Services once a week ( Currently servicing once a month and as needed) Are you wanting to increase to weekly?

Service shall be every 2 weeks.

Question 51- CLIN 0015-0020- Marion Waste Services 8 Cubic Yard Dumpsters total of 6 currently there’s 4 Cubic yard dumpsters at locations being serviced once weekly. (This was changed a while back because there was no room to accommodate 8 yard dumpsters) The CLIN is changed to 4 Cubic yard dumpster, but shall be dumped weekly.

Question 52- CLIN 0021-0049 - Marion Waste Services 96 gallon totters to be serviced twice a week (currently servicing once a week on Fridays) Please confirm frequency.

Service shall be twice a week.

Question 53- CLIN 0050- Fort Wayne -Recycling services building 1 dock once a week (currently servicing one a month).

Service shall be every two (2) weeks.

Question 54- CLIN 0051 - Marion Recycling Services 34 yard Compactor once a week (currently servicing one a month).

Service shall be every two (2) weeks, a replace compactor shall be exchanged at pick up time.

Question 55. - Page 70 section A . Technical Requirements first section for Fort Wayne Campus it shows (2) 8 yard dumpsters to be serviced Daily VA does not need the 2 8 yard dumpsters, its deleted from the SOW.

Question 56- Who is the incumbent?

Tri County Recycling Inc

Recycling weight Marion and Fort Wayne

Solid Waste Fort Wayne

Solid Waste Marion

B.1 STATEMENT OF WORK

Section #1 Solid Waste Removal

PART I: GENERAL INFORMATION

A. Introduction The Department of Veterans Affairs VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS) with campuses in Fort Wayne and Marion, IN requires solid waste removal (SOW Section #1) and recycling removal services (SOW Section #2).

B. Scope The contractor shall provide all containers, labor, equipment, and disposal for solid waste removal service at the Fort Wayne and Marion campuses. Containers shall be able to take all types of trash such as tin cans, bottles, glass, cardboard cartons, and all types of solid fill material such as bricks, concrete rubble, non-burnable items, steel scraps, etc. Trash containers shall not contain more than 30% of solid fill such as broken concrete, steel, etc. The contractor shall sanitize all containers once a month. Container covers shall work freely. All containers shall be placed on government-installed concrete pads.

PART II: WORK REQUIREMENTS

A. Technical Requirements Fort Wayne Campus: 2121 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne IN 46805

Building 3 – 2 Building 4 – 1 Building 5 – 1 Building 6 – 2 Building 7 – 1 Trailer T3 -1 Trailer T4 -1 Trailer T5 – 1

Marion Campus: 1700 E 38th Street, Marion IN 46953

Building 138 – 2 Building 55 – 1 Building 53 – 1 Building 79 – 1

Building 65 -1 Building 170 -3 Building 47 – 2 Building 2 – 2 Building 5 – 2 Building 6 – 2 Building 8 – 2 Building 173 – 2 Living Quarters - 12

90-Gallon Tote Living Quarters – Containers shall be placed at each living quarter with weekly pick-ups scheduled for occupied quarters. The contractor shall sanitize all containers monthly. Covers shall work freely. The contractor will be provided a list of vacant quarters each month. The contractor shall be paid only for quarters occupied.

30 Cubic Yard Roll Off – Container shall be located at Building 165 and pulled monthly. Along with the 12 monthly pulls, it is estimated that 5 extra pulls may be required. Additional pulls shall be made within 24 hours of notification.

Compactor – The contractor shall provide one 21 cubic yards self-contained, leak-proof compactor for food and other non-recyclable items. The compactor shall be located in building 174 at the east end loading dock and shall be exchanged twice weekly on Monday and Thursday between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. EST Contractor shall notify the Environmental Management office upon arrival for compactor exchange and shall allow approximately 15 minutes for a VA employee to wash down the area under the compactor.

Container Cleaning Requirements – The contractor shall be responsible for removing all debris, fluids, and other materials from the inside and on the container to prevent breeding flies, insects, and other vermin, including any spillage from the compactor as it is removed for dumping. The empty container shall be cleaned and sanitized prior to bringing it to the station. VA will be responsible for maintaining the compactor site, including the pickup of all trash and debris not placed in the compactors. The contractor shall notify the Environmental Management office upon arrival for compactor exchange and shall allow approximately 15 minutes for a VA employee to wash down the area under the compactor.

Compactor Specifications – The compactor shall have an operating pressure of 2150 PSI (max), operator remote station, full container indicator light, 1.5 HP motor, key start and hold to operate, oil heater, rear loading hopper guards, container guide angles, and hydraulic quick disconnect couplers. The contractor shall furnish all material, labor, and equipment to install and service the compactor. VA will provide 208-volt, 30-amp, 3-phase service to switch within 10 ft. of the compactor location. The contractor shall make the final connections. The contractor shall provide maintenance and repair except where damage may result from negligence on the part of the government. Repairs or replacement of the compactor unit shall be accomplished within four hours of notification from VA. An empty container shall be left prior to the unit being removed. The contractor shall provide all necessary training on the operation of the compactor for eight employees assigned to Nutrition and Food Service and Environmental Management Services.

B. Deliverables Monthly Reports – Monthly reports shall be submitted by the 9th day of the month for the preceding month. Reports shall include waste poundage and cost. The report shall be e-mailed to the COR and the EMS Administrative Support Assistant.

PART III: SUPPORTING INFORMATION

A. Security It is the responsibility of the Contractor to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. Information on parking is available from the VA Police Station. VANIHCS will not invalidate or make reimbursements for parking violations of the Contractor under any conditions. Smoking is prohibited inside any building at VANIHCS. Possession of weapons is prohibited. Enclosed containers, including tool kits, shall be subject to search. Violation of VA regulations may result in a citation answerable in the United States (Federal) District Court, not a local district, state, or municipal court.

B. Period of Performance The performance period is from December 1, 2022, through November 30, 2023, with four one-year option renewals to be exercised at the Government’s discretion.

Section #2 – Recycling Services

1. GENERAL

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, and other items and services necessary to establish and maintain a recycling program at VA Northern Indiana Health Care System. The contractor shall be responsible for the delivery and installation of recycling container(s) at the Fort Wayne and Marion campuses. The container shall be a self-contained unit(s) that can hold a variety of recyclable items. Containers shall be contractor-provided, and government-approved. Containers shall be leakproof, shall not rust, and be in good condition.

The contractor shall position container(s) for customer ease. The contractor shall be required to reposition container(s) from time to time. The contractor shall position container(s) to minimize interference with adjacent parking areas, sidewalks, roadways, overhead utilities, trees, and other potential obstructions.

The contractor shall collect recyclable material during periods of inclement weather. In cases of severe weather, the contracting officer may authorize exceptions. When exceptions are granted, the contractor shall make up all missed collections within 24 hours after the severe weather has terminated, unless the contracting officer authorizes additional time.

The contractor shall be required to perform general housekeeping duties in and around the recycling containers prior to departure around the container site(s).

The contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to ensure that recycling services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure the non-recurrence of defective services.

The term “non-marketable materials” for purposes in this contract shall only mean; recyclable materials rejected by the contractor for any reason. Recyclable materials deemed non-cost effective by the contractor shall not be considered non-marketable material. Disposal of non-marketable materials from the contractor’s processing of recyclable materials shall be the responsibility of the contractor and any tipping fees and/or hauling expenses associated with the disposal of these wastes shall be the responsibility of the contractor and at no expense to the government.

2. Background:

VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (NIHCS) provides both inpatient and outpatient care and services. Executive Order 13423, Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management dated January 26, 2007, requires agencies to maintain cost-effective recycling programs in their facilities. NIHCS is committed to being a good steward of the environment by complying with federal, state, and local environmental laws and other requirements, preventing pollution, minimizing waste, and conserving cultural and natural resources.

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

VA Northern Indiana Health Care System 1700 E 38th St.

Marion, Indiana 46953 2121 Lake Ave.

Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805

4. DEFINITIONS:

Recyclable waste:

5. DAYS AND HOURS OF OPERATION:

Pick-up shall be made on an agreed-upon weekday and timeframe.

The contractor shall be required to remove all recycled material as specified in section 5 from designated pick-up locations:

Marion:

a. Building #174 dock (34-yard compactor) used for all recycled material as specified above Pick up: Once a month

b. Building #55 (8-yard container) used for all recycled material as specified above Pick up: Once a week

c. Building #79 (8-yard container) used for all recycled material as specified above Pick up: Once a week Fort Wayne:

d. Building # 1 dock (26-yard compactor) used for all recycled material as specified above Pick up: Once a month

7. SANITARY CONDITIONS:

The contractor shall dispose of the recyclable material as stated in section 5. in such a manner as not to cause conditions detrimental to public health or to constitute a public nuisance. The contractor shall assume full responsibility for compliance with all Federal, State, City, and County laws, rules, and regulations governing the removal of waste material. Collections shall be made in contractor containers which shall be constructed of steel, be in good repair, all attached doors/cover in operating condition, rat-proof, leak-proof, fire retarding, clean and sanitized, and deodorized after dumping. The contractor shall be responsible for leaving pick-up areas around and under each container and compactor in a clean, safe and sanitary manner. The contractor shall be responsible for removing any recyclable material as stated above in section 5. that may be scattered about the area at the time of pick up.

8. EMERGENCIES/CONTINGENCIES/CHANGES:

The contractor shall provide emergency maintenance within 24 hours after being contacted by NIHCS. The contractor shall be responsible for all routine maintenance and repair to the recycling container(s) and monitoring systems (if applicable) as part of the recycling service. If container(s) remains out of service for more than 24 hours, the contractor shall provide an alternative container until repairs are completed on the original unit.

9. REPAIRS:

The contractor shall be responsible for the maintenance of all their containers and compactors.

10. POINT OF CONTACT:

The contractor shall provide the name and telephone number of an individual to act as his representative and be responsible for the coordination of the contract with the Government.

11. INVOICES:

Payment will be made upon receipt of a properly prepared detailed invoice, prepared by the Contractor, and validated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

All recycled materials shall be weighed, and weights shall be sent to NIHCS in a monthly report. The report shall contain dates of pick-up, type, and quantity (in pounds) of recyclable items picked up.

A properly prepared invoice will contain:

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