36C25724Q0384 0004.docx

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

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED

BPA NO.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

FACILITY CODE

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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

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)

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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) none

BSL3

00756 Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting Office (138C) 11495 Turner Road El Paso

TX

79936-4221 00756 El Paso Contracting Office Department of Veterans Affairs 11495 Turner Road El Paso

TX

79936-1372 To all Offerors/Bidders

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X X X ** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to:

May 1, 2024 at 1:00 PM CST X Amendment 0004 is issued to post additional RFI Responses and updated SOW.

Tailor Brown 3rd RFI’s

1. Amendment #3 indicates the data drops and electrical power will need to be relocated from the wall. Please identify the new locations for these services so that this work can be priced.

Answer: There will be no relocations or no new locations. Electrical components will be removed and re-installed in same location as needed.

1. Amendment #2 issued photographs that show furniture, computers, desktop microscopes, cleaning supplies, stacked boxes, loose items, etc. Please confirm the VA will remove all these items before construction.

Answer: VA will clean up before project starts/ Lab personal.

1. Updated sequence of operations has not been provided per Am#2 Q&A#19. Please provide a designed sequence of operations that contractors can implement and test.

Answer: Entech will provide sequence plus program as well.

1. Please provide a material specification for the new duct insulation including thickness.

Answer: 3” thickness

1. We understand the ceiling to be replaced is gypsum board and paint. If not correct, please clarify otherwise by amendment.

Answer: Yes sheetrock and paint.

1. Statement of Work paragraph 2.j. states Contractor shall make any repairs necessary for the BSL-3 Lab to pass certification. Repairs shall include but not be limited to: Replacement of ceiling; Replacement of Duct Insulation; Replacement of Insulation around Windows and Enclosing Window.

Answer: Program sequence of operation to pass Certification.

1. Contractors cannot know which portions of the existing BSL3 lab do not comply until the certification test is performed. Please confirm that any work not required specifically by the statement of work will be handled as a modification to the contract.

Answer: Air Handler and Exhaust fan all in place just need to program sequence of operation.

End of Document See attached document: BSL - SOW UPDATED 26 ARPIL 24.