36C25526Q0362 0001 Amendment Questions and Answers.pdf

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

CODE7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

CODE

6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER3. 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 CODECODE

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)

1 4

0001 06-26-2026 657-26-3-1528-0195 None

36C255

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway

Leavenworth KS 66048

36C255

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 3450 S 4th Street Trafficway

Leavenworth KS 66048

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25526Q0362

X

X X

X One (1)

The purpose of this amendment is to provide the Government's response to questions received for solicitation 36C25526Q0362.

1. See attached Questions and Answers.

Ross, Leslie Contracting Officer

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q1. Is there an incumbent, and if so, what is the contract number, value, and the name of the company?

A1. The information requested is not applicable to this solicitation.

Q2. Can you extend the due date?

A2. No. Due to the urgency of the requirement, the due date cannot be extended.

Q3. Is there going to be a scheduled site visit?

A3. No. A site visit will not be scheduled for this requirement.

Q4. How do you want your proposal submitted?

A4. Please refer to Addendum 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors.

Q5. We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services.

A5. The information requested is not applicable to this solicitation.

Q6. Is a site visit available for interested vendors prior to quote submission?

A6. No. A site visit will not be scheduled for this requirement.

Q7. Can the Government provide estimated acreage by mowing zone or maintenance area?

A7. See B.4 Performance Work Statement

Q8. Is there historical incumbent pricing available?

A.8 The information requested is not applicable to this solicitation.

Q9. Approximately how many mowing cycles were performed annually under the current contract?

A9. See B.4 Performance Work Statement for mowing frequency

Q10. Are fertilization, seeding, and mulch applications expected to be included in the monthly fixed price?

A10. Yes

Q11, Are there any known areas requiring specialized equipment or restricted access?

A11. One location that is not “restricted”, but difficult to access is courtyard between buildings 54 and 53. Service can be performed by using weed trimmers.

Q12. Can the Government provide the current Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)?

A12. See Attachment A

Q13. What has been the annual average expenditure for emergency or unscheduled services?

A13. There is no statistical data to provide a response to this question.

Q14. Are there any special security or badging requirements for contractor personnel?

A14. See Performance Work Statement

Q15. Can the Government identify the current contractor performing these services?

A15. Currently, there is no contractor providing these services

Q16. Is there any on-site equipment storage permitted?

A16. No, there is no on-site equipment storage permitted.

Q17. Is there a map available that shows the property lines?

A17. See below:

Attachment of map that identifies the boundaries of the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center.

There is a property at the Southwest corner of the property (Located at the west bound I255 exit ramp and Koch Road) that is not included in the VA’s scope which is the Driver Testing Center operated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. On the ground, JB VAMC’s property is clearly identified by fencing throughout the entirety of the perimeter.

2 areas that are not part of the contract,

1. B51 mental health courtyard (fenced in area for patients to go outside supervised)

2. 255 lot (Gravel lot)