36C25819B0009_0001.docx

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

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7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

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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

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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

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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.)

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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) 01-09-2019 600-17-107 Department of Veterans Affairs NCO22-Gilbert Network Contracting 777 E. Missouri, Suite 300 Phoenix

AZ

85014 Robert Moffett Department of Veterans Affairs NCO22-Gilbert Network Contracting 777 E. Missouri, Suite 300 Phoenix

AZ

85014 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25819B0009 01-02-2019

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

2/6/2019 X Please See Section SF30 Block 14 Continuation Page

Justin Hicks Contracting Officer Section SF 30 Block 14 Continuation Page The purpose of this amendment 0001 is as follows:

· Amend the following:

SECTION L – INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

L.1 INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS

· Submit answers to submitted question in regards to IFB 36C25819B0009

A: SECTION L – INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

L.1 INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS

10. BID DUE DATE:

Submit One (1) original hardcopy of Bid Contents no later than Wednesday, February 6, 2019 by 10:00AM local.

Location: NCO 22 – Gilbert Network Contracting Office ATTN: Robert Moffett 777 East Missouri Ave. Suite 300 Phoenix, Arizona 85014

Bids may also be emailed to: robert.moffett@va.gov

Bids that are emailed must have the following in the subject line:

Company Name | Official Bid: 36C25818B0009 | B161 Patient Privacy Bath and Change Rooms *All bids must be received in a sealed package. Bids that are not in a sealed package will not be accepted.

**Bids received after the time and date specified above, shall be unopened, rejected and returned to bidder.

11. PUBLIC BID OPENING:

Opening will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 by 10:00AM local.

Location:

NCO 22 – Gilbert Network Contracting Office 777 East Missouri Ave. Suite 300 Phoenix, Arizona 85014

B: Questions and Answers IFB 36C25819B0009

1. RFP, SF 1442, Block 10 states that the public bid opening will take place in Phoenix on 01/30/19. SF 1442, Block 13-a states that the bid is due on 01/31/19. Will the VA clarify that the bid due and bid opening date are both 01/31/19?

Answer: Bid Opening has been extended and will occur on Wednesday, February 6th, 2019

1. Sheet GI-005, General Note #1 refers to a mandatory pre-bid conference. Will the VA clarify whether the Site Visit is mandatory?

Answer: No – The site visit is not mandatory.

1. Section 01 00 00, Part 1.2-F states that the Contractor shall hire California Licensed subcontractors for the listed trades. Since this is a federally funded project on federal property, will the VA confirm that subcontractors who are duly licensed in ANY STATE can be hired for this project?

Answer: Any sub-contractor must be licensed in their perspective state.

1. Will the VA permit the Site Superintendent, if fully qualified, to serve in the roles as Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) and Contractor Quality Control (CQC), or will a separate individual be required for either of those positions?

Answer: Fully qualified Site Superintendent with valid Certification can serve for above stated tasks.

1. In order to accurately determine the costs for the tile work for this project, will the VA specify whether epoxy or sanded grout will be required? If sanded grout is required, will a sealer be also required?

Answer: Refer to Specification Section 09 30 13, 2.6 Grouting Materials which requires Epoxy Grout and sanded grout is not acceptable.

1. The grout color was not specified in Section 09 06 00 – Schedule For Finishes. In order to accurately determine the costs for the tile work for this project, will the VA specify the color for the grout and the thin set?

Answer: Provide epoxy grout color to match tile color. Refer to spec 09 30 13.

1. On Sheet AE-901 existing photo “H” shows floor sink to be removed, there is also a metal access panel in the wall behind the sink; is this the access panel for an existing trap primer in the wall? Sheet PD-101 plumbing demo does not show a vent or a water line at the floor sink. Please clarify.

Answer: Remove existing floor sink, drain pipes and associated piping per demo plan keynote #13 on AD-101. Remove all existing trap primer, piping, vent etc. to nearest point of connection.

1. Sheet AE-101 note #21 shows existing wall with lead shielding. There is a Hot and cold water line in this wall, can these be demo’d and removed without damaging the lead shielding? There is no detail for the lead shielding or for repair if necessary, Please provide detail and information for lead shielding.

Answer: Refer to detail B5/AE-501 for existing wall with lead shielding, referenced on F5/AE-101. Remove pipes and repair damaged area per general note #13 and floor plan key note #2 on AD-101.

1. What is the thickness of the existing slab inside the building, in the area of work?

Answer: According to as-built, the existing slab is 6” on grade.

1. What is the depth of the existing sewer at the point of connection to the new sewer line?

Answer: Refer to F1/AS-102 for keynote #3 and invert elevation.