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Sealed offers in original and ___________________copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ (hour) local time _____________________ (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, the date and time offers are due.

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All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

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36C25926R0057 X 08-14-2026 554-26-106 36C259 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300 Greenwood Village CO 80111 Elia Laritza Ruiz Manzo Elia-Laritza. Ruiz-Manzo@va.gov

Elia L Ruiz Manzo 303-712-5727 The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision for the replace DW Valves project at the Rocky Mountain VAMC located at 1700 N Wheeling St, Aurora, CO 80045.

Important Notice: Apparent successful offerors must apply for and receive verification from the Small Business Administration (SBA) through the SBA certification data base via 13 CFR Part 128, VAAR 819.7011, and VAAR 819.7003 by submission of documentation of Veteran status, ownership and control enough to establish appropriate status. Offerors must be both VISIBLE and VERIFIED by the SBA certification database at the time of offer submission. Failure to be both VERIFIED by SBA and VISIBLE on the SBA certification database at the time of offer submission and contract award will result in the offeror’s proposal being deemed non-compliant. All offerors are urged to contact the SBA and submit the required documents to obtain verification of their SDVOSB status if they have not already done so.

In accordance with FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management (SAM), Prospective contractors shall be registered in the SAM database prior to close of solicitation.

Project magnitude: between $250,000 and $500,000. The NAICS code is 238220 - Small Business size standard is $19 M.

A site visit shall be held on September 2, 2026, at 10 AM MT, please meet at the front of the Patriot Brew Coffee Shop.

entrance.

All questions in relation to this solicitation should be submitted in writing before September 9, 2026, by 10 AM. MT via e-mail to: Elia-Laritza.Ruiz-Manzo@va.gov

All submitted proposals must be received in email by the closing date and time. This solicitation closes September 16, 2026, by 10 AM. MT

Proposals shall be submitted via e-mail in accordance with Part I/Section B, to be considered for this project.

Alternate protection upon award is required IAW RFO 52.228-13.

The Government’s obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

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Your Contractor agrees offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further cont-this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract ractual document is necessary.

shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

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(Include ZIP Code) (Include area code) (Include only if different than Item 14.)

(Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)

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CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

36C259 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office

NCO 19

6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300 Greenwood Village CO 80111 Department of Veterans Affairs Financial Service Center PO Box 149971 Austin TX 78714-9971

Table of Contents

A.3 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

554-26-106 Replace DW Valves PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: Z2DA - Repair or Alteration of Hospitals and Infirmaries

A.4 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

A.5 Statement of Work.

1.0 – OBJECTIVE

The Department of Veterans Affairs has a requirement to install valves on water supply lines to enable individual building isolation from the campus water supply at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. Facility Management Services has identified approximately 30 valves on domestic cold water, domestic hot water, and domestic hot water return that require valve installation or valve replacement. The intent of this contract is to install isolation shutoff valves on the domestic cold water (DCW), domestic hot water (DHW), and domestic hot water recirculation (DHWR) pipes at key points to allow facilities maintenance to control water flow to individual buildings.

2.0 – STATEMENT OF WORK

· In phase 1, the contractor shall:

· For Building A:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled weekday-overnight or weekend-daytime.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Building E:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled weekday-overnight or weekend-daytime.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Building G:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled on a Sunday.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Building D+F:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown shall be a double install with two crews to accomplish a shutdown and valve install happening simultaneously and will likely be scheduled weekday-overnight or weekend-daytime.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Building B:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled overnight.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Building H:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled overnight.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Building K:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled overnight.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· For Canteen:

· Coordinate an 8 hour water shutoff with the COR. This shutdown will likely be scheduled overnight.

· The DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoffs shall be accomplished using dual ice plugs on each pipeline. The contractor shall position the ice plugs such that a mid-section of pipe can be removed and replaced with a pre-built pipe section that includes a shutoff valve.

· Ensure the pre-built section and installation effort are conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Install the pre-built pipe section and utilize pipe connections that are grooved coupling or flange as appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario. Re-insulate installed pipe sections.

· Pipe, valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· In Phase 2, the contractor shall:

· For Building L:

· Install a valve on the DCW “B-feed”. Existing valves on the pipe allow for isolation of this pipe without a campuswide shutdown.

· Coordinate an 8 hour campuswide water shutdown. Valves in Phase 1 shall be used to hold the buildings full during the shutdown. Install valves on the remaining DCW and DHW lines.

· Ensure the installation effort is conducted at an appropriate cleanliness level for domestic water supply.

· Valve, and connection/coupler material and sizes shall be appropriate for the use-case and installation scenario.

· Re-insulate affected pipes/valves.

3.0 GENERAL:

All work performed under this contract shall conform to all VA drawings, specifications, standards, as well as OSHA, AIA Construction Guidelines, Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards, and other applicable building codes.

The Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires strict adherence to the Code of Federal Regulations 29, Part 1926. This includes the requirement that the contractor have a “Competent Person” on the job at all times (must have a 30-hour OSHA card), and that all contractor employees have received a minimum of ten (10) hours of OSHA construction safety training. Documentation of these requirements shall be submitted and approved prior to performing the work.

Contractor shall submit a project Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) / Accident Prevention Plan (APP) that must be reviewed by VA Safety prior to work beginning. This plan shall detail fire safety, construction, and health-related safety measures, in addition to providing necessary training records for all employees for the previous year. A company standard or boilerplate safety plan will not be acceptable – plan should be specific to the site/project, and contain a detailed hazard analysis for each element of construction to be performed such as an Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) or Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).

The Contractor is responsible for protection of existing finishes, and VA property, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) located in all areas where contract work being performed, as well as along paths of travel to and from these areas. Both exterior and interior finishes and property must be maintained. The contractor is liable for any damage to VA property during the course of the contract, and all tasks accomplished by the Contractor personnel will be performed to preclude damage or disfigurement. If contract work is anticipated to cause damage or issue other than what is covered within the scope of work, the contractor shall notify and discuss with the COR prior to commencing work if possible. Contractor will report any damage or disfigurement to these items when caused by the Contractor’s personnel; any necessary repairs/replacement will be coordinated with the COR.

4.0 PROJECT MANAGEMENT:

Based on the above list of work items, the general contractor selected must complete, maintain, and submit the following documentation and adhere to the following managerial requirements:

· Construction schedule including sequencing, durations and critical path.

· Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) with an emphasis on tasks to be performed during the work.

· Maintain site supervision by a competent individual(s) with OSHA-30 certificates. OSHA-30 certified technician shall be onsite anytime work is being performed.

· Manage job-site access and security.

· Implement and maintain required Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) and Interim Life Safety Measure (ILSM) items as required. See Draft ICRA/ILSM.

· The Contractor shall assign the appropriate quantity and type of personnel to successfully complete all functions specified in this SOW and obtain VA identification badges for all employees as necessary. Contractor shall consider lead-time for badge procurement as approximately 2-4 weeks from initial appointment. The Contractor shall maintain throughout the life of the contract, a current list of technicians and their credentials available for inspection by the Government at any time.

· Shall host regular project update meetings (weekly/bi-weekly, as discussed with he COR) including distributed notes/minutes after each meeting.

5.0 - SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:

· PCRA

· DRAFT Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) form

· Attachment B – DWS Valves VA Specification sections:

· 00 01 10 Table of Contents

· 01 00 00 General Requirements

· 01 33 23 Shop Drawings Product Data Samples

· 01 35 26 Safety Requirements

· 01 42 19 Reference Standards

· 01 45 00 Quality Control

· 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management

· 09 91 00 Painting

· 22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing

· 22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping

· 22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation

· 22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution VA Design Drawings:

· 01.PP.100- set with embedded photographs

6.0 - CODE & REGULATION COMPLIANCE:

The Contractor shall comply with public laws and statutes including all changes and amendments to federal, state and local environmental statutes and regulations in effect the date of issuance of this delivery order, including applicable portions of the documents cited in the basic contract and below:

· NFPA 99 Healthcare Facilities Code

· NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code

· Architectural Barriers Act & VA Barrier Free Design Standard

· International Code Council (ICC): IBC: International Building Code

· Building Officials and Code Administrators International (BOCA)

· International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO): UBC: Uniform Building Code

· 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

· 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

· Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act / OSHA requirements

· ANSI AWWA C651-14 Disinfecting Water Mains

7.0 – SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR WORK IN MENTAL HEALTH SPACE

Not used.

8.0 – SUBMITTALS:

Contractor shall submit the following prior to beginning scope of work:

· Project schedule with sequencing, durations, phasing, and cost loading within 10 working days of Notice to Proceed (NTP), and monthly with invoices.

· Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP)

· SSSP to be submitted to VA Safety staff and COR for review 10 working days after issuance of NTP.

· SSSP to be reviewed and commented by VA Safety staff and COR prior to start of construction activities.

· Construction Demolition/Removal Plan

· Inspection reports, manufacturer approval certificates, and warranties as noted in specifications.

· Penetration and or hot work permits as necessary.

· Manufacturer and construction warranties as noted in specifications.

· Project Schedule including sequencing and durations.

· SOV – Schedule of Values

· The schedule will be provided to COR 10 working days prior to start of the work.

· Site superintendent OSHA-30, and tradesmen/laborer OSHA-10 certificates. OSHA-30 certified technician shall be onsite anytime work is being performed.

· Material Submittals – Submit for COR approval

· Manufacturer’s specifications for all materials and equipment planned for installation.

· Inspection reports, manufacturer approval certificates, and warranties as noted in specifications.

Technical literature and/or descriptions of all materials, equipment and tools proposed for use by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer or his/her designee for approval prior to contract start and whenever a change is required. All Contractor-furnished materials, equipment and tools used shall be standard products all manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such items. The Contractor shall secure all materials. The Government assumes no liability for loss of or damage to Contractor-owned property held upon Government premises.

Contractor shall submit hours worked, full report of completed piping which shall include: location, hours worked, the full name of Contractor’s employees on site, and digital photographs before and after work is completed. Reports shall be submitted within one day upon completion of work performed. Contractor will provide a completed redline drawing of the completed routing of piping. If necessary, a secondary report shall be submitted after any repairs outside of the “Work Required” have been completed. Reports shall be provided in hard copy as well as in an agreeable and compatible electronic format such as, but not limited to, pdf or Microsoft Word.

9.0 – RESOURCES

The Government will not furnish any resources for the fulfillment of the work required under this contract other than electricity for area where work is being conducted. Under this contract, the contractor must provide all tools, equipment, materials, transportation, professional expertise, personnel, supervision, and for testing and maintenance required for completion of this contract.

Contractor shall provide all necessary parts and equipment to complete the objective of this contract in accordance with manufacturer specifications. All new equipment including parts and labor shall be preapproved by the COR. Prices for parts shall be invoiced at no more than 10% above contractor’s costs, including shipping and handling. Verification of contractor’s cost shall be included with all invoices. Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment to perform the work required.

Technical literature and/or descriptions of all materials, equipment and tools proposed for use by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer or his/her designee for approval prior to contract start and whenever a change is required. All Contractor-furnished materials, equipment and tools used shall be standard products all manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such items. The Contractor shall secure all materials. The Government assumes no liability for loss of or damage to Contractor-owned property held upon Government premises.

The Contractor shall instruct his/her personnel in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions which preclude the waste of utilities which shall include but not necessarily be limited to:

· Lights shall be used only in areas where and at the time when work is actually being performed unless otherwise directed.

· Contractor’s personnel will not adjust mechanical equipment controls for heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.

· Government telephones shall not be used for personal reasons or for any toll or long-distance calls

10.0 PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS:

The Contractor shall assign the appropriate quantity and type of personnel to successfully complete all functions specified in this SOW. The Contractor shall maintain throughout the life of this contract, a current list of technicians and their credentials available for inspection by the Government at any time.

11.0 ACCEPTANCE STANDARDS:

The VA reserves the right to dispute completion of contract scope if contract work is found not in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, is not satisfactorily executed, or if the system is not properly tested and inspected to achieve certification. All work completed by the Contractor must be reviewed and approved by the VA.

12.0 – SAFETY AND FIRE PREVENTION

· In the performance of this contract, the contractor shall take such safety precautions as necessary to protect the lives and health of occupants of the building.

· The Contractor shall immediately correct any fire and safety deficiencies caused by his/her personnel. If the Contractor fails or refused to correct deficiencies promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or any part of the work and hold the contractor in default of the contract.

· The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State and local safety and fire regulations and codes which are in effect at the beginning of the contract. The contractor shall keep abreast of and comply with changes in these requirements and codes applicable to the contract. The requirements include but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1910 and 1926. Contractor is solely responsible for determining the legal requirements that apply to activities, and shall ensure safe and healthful working conditions for its employees

· The Contractor’s personnel shall follow applicable facility policies concerning fire/disaster programs.

· All materials and equipment will be removed from the facility or stored properly at the end of the workday and secured during the workday. Under no circumstances will the Contractor allow for any equipment to be left unattended for any length of time.

· The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local legal requirements regarding workers health and safety.

· Contractor shall assume the responsibility to guard against causing of fires and/or explosions and to protect Government Property.

· The Contractor shall perform the work in a manner consistent with the area security and fire safety regulations especially with regard to exits and exit way access. Utility shutdowns shall not compromise security, communication or fire safety for occupants.

· No flammable liquids shall be stored or used in the medical center.

· The necessary number and appropriate types of portable fire extinguishers are required per National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 10 and NFPA 241. Contractor shall keep certification onsite at all times of extinguisher inspections.

· The Contractor shall receive from the COR a permit for all cutting, welding, and soldering 24 hours in advance. All permits shall be prominently displayed during all construction.

· All necessary precautions shall be taken by the contractor to prevent accidental operation of any existing smoke detectors or sprinkler heads.

· The Contractor shall assume responsibility of environmental protection of all material storage.

12.1 – ACCIDENT PREVENTION

Precaution shall be exercised at all times for the protection of persons (including employees) and property. These shall include, but not be limited to, the installation of adequate safety guards and protective devices for all equipment and machinery, whether used in the performance of work or permanently installed as part of the work. Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws relating to safety precautions, including the safety regulations of the Division of Industrial Safety, Department of Industrial Regulations of the state.

12.2 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

· In order to provide for abatement and control of all environmentally hazardous materials arising from demolition and/or construction activities, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmentally hazardous material control and abatement and all applicable provisions of the Corps of Engineers’ Manual EM 385-1-1, “General Safety Requirements” as well as the specific requirements stated elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

· The Contractor is responsible for daily cleanup of all areas affected by its work. Areas in use or affected shall be returned to condition in which they were turned over or initially found. VA Housekeeping shall not be dispatched for cleaning associated with contractor work.

· The Contractor shall take every precaution in preserving flooring, finishes, equipment, and furniture in areas of work. The Contractor shall repair or replace any damage incurred during its work at their expense.

· Contractor shall use freight elevators for transmission of materials and personnel. Contractor shall take every precaution in preserving the elevators, including the hoist way and lobby doors, interior finishes, and shall conduct all good practices in observing lifting and motor components tolerances. Any damage incurred to any elevator component due to negligence will be repaired at expense of the contractor, within the workday of incurred damage.

13.0 – WORK STANDARDS AND ICRA/ILSM

· Work site shall be free of debris and returned to original condition upon completion of preventative maintenance or repairs.

· All work is to be performed in areas used daily by facility patients and staff. Contractor will take suitable measures to control all material and equipment to produce a minimum of interference in facility routine. All work shall be performed in a safe and prudent manner. Contractor shall coordinate all closures of rooms with COR who will coordinate with VA-Chiefs.

· Contractor shall so perform all work as to offer the least possible obstruction and inconvenience to staff, patients and shall have under construction, no greater amount of work than can be completed promptly and properly with due regard to the rights of staff and patients. Any person the COR may deem incompetent or disorderly shall be promptly removed from the facility and not be allowed to return for the duration of the agreement.

· The Contractor shall comply with an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) which will be developed with the COR and the Infection Control Practitioner. Multiple ICRA’s may be necessary to address specific risks at various stages of the project and must be approved prior to proceeding on each phase. VA anticipates an overall ICRA level II for this project.

14.0 - HAZARDOUS MATERIAL REPORTING

· The Contractor shall maintain hazardous material inventories and material safety data sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials (as defined in CFR 1910.120, 40 CFR’s 355, 370, & 372) to be stored and used on this Medical Center. Hazardous materials must be inventoried when received and at the project’s completion. The amounts used shall be maintained for the project duration, and for the calendar year (ending 31 December).

· Hazardous Materials Inventories, Material Safety Data Sheets and material quantities used shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval.

· In the event of a spill, Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative as well as the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the expense of any cleanup of such spill, and the cleanup shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of 40 CFR Part 761.

· Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) is not present in the workspace. If contractor locates suspected ACM in addition to material noted in report, they shall contact the COR immediately for further direction. If any ACM is disturbed or becomes friable due to contractor actions, the construction site shall be shut down until and contractor shall provide appropriate containment at their own expense. In addition, contractor shall be responsible for all abatement and disposal of affected material at their own expense, only after which the job site shall be reopened for continued work. In the event of an ACM disturbance event, the COR shall be immediately notified and shall provide specifications on asbestos abatement.

15.0 HOURS OF WORK

Construction activities requiring DCW/DHW/DHWR shutoff shall be coordinated with the COR and conducted after-hours, weekends, and/or Federal Holidays. Contractor’s work shall not interfere with the functions of the facility except as coordinated with the Contracting Officer. Barricades, ICRA containment provisions shall be arranged to allow patients and staff unimpeded access (including wheelchairs and patient beds where applicable) to services and resources within the facility.

If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as the National Holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National Holiday by the U.S. Government.

If work requires after hours work due to ICRA constraints or inclement weather, then Contractor shall inform FMS seven (7) days in advance.

Postponement/Delays: In the event climate or weather conditions become unsuitable for work or may induce an environmental hazard, then the entire work shall be rescheduled to a date and time satisfactory to the Contractor and the COR. Postponement due to inclement weather will not cause assessment of the penalty provision outlined above, nor should there be an additional cost to the Government.

All work shall be scheduled and performed within the date and time approved by the COR, in conjunction with the department occupying the space served by this equipment.

16.0 BADGES AND PARKING

All Contractor personnel are required comply with VAAR 852.273-74 (Available online at VA Technical Information Library) which covers the following requirements: Background checks, and the wearing of identification (I.D.) badges issued by the VA RMRVAMC while on VA property. Contractor must acquire PIV badge for all staff onsite prior to work beginning. Failure of the background check may result in specific personnel not being allowed to work on VA premises and the Contractor will need to provide replacement personnel. Contractor to take into account lead-time on PIV Badging process.

It is the responsibility of the Contractor’s personnel to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. The designated parking area will be specified by COR upon award of contract.

17.0 – PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

· The Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor’s staff for cause.

· All inspectors/testers shall hold current OSHA 10/30 certification and membership. Documentation of this to be submitted by the Contractor to the COR prior to beginning project work. A competent person with OSHA 30 certification must be on site at all times.

· The Contractor shall have a back-up technician in the event the primary technician is unable to perform his/her duties.

· The Contractor will ensure that their personnel and subcontractor personnel meet the privacy standards as set forth by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) with respect to personal and confidential information that they may come upon.

· All personnel required to hold OSHA 10 certification as a minimum.

18.1 – PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

Supervision: The Contractor shall specify a Project Manager who will have responsibility for performance of contract services. The Project Manager shall be competent to supervise all aspects of contract and shall be available on-site during performance of contract work. The Contracting Officer shall be notified in writing of the names of the Project Manager and of changes in personnel appointed to fulfill this function or in the absence of the Contractor, act for the Contractor as the Contractor’s Representative.

19.0 – QUALITY CONTROL

The Contractor shall have a quality control program to assure the requirements of this contract are provided as specified. The Contractor and COR will inspect the work. Deficiencies will be noted and corrected before beginning work in another area. Any damage done by Contractor will also be noted and corrected by the Contractor within 2 working days. Damage causing an immediate impact on the environment of the hospital shall be corrected immediately.

20.0 – ACCEPTANCE STANDARDS

Completed work will be to the entire satisfaction of the VA and the COR shall be the sole judge as to its acceptability. Any work not acceptable to the COR, shall be immediately, at Contractor’s own expense, refashioned to an acceptable level.

21.0 – PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

Period of performance including lead time for materials and submittals:140 calendar days from NTP.

22.0 – ACCESS TO SITE

The COR shall provide the Contractor access to all buildings and rooms required in the provisions of this contract. The Contractor shall notify the COR when leaving these areas. The Contractor and all personnel shall comply with the security clearance or access controls of areas within the Medical Center. In the event that the Contractor has to obtain access to areas that require special security precautions, the COR will arrange for access.

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INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS

2.1 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) Submission of offers. Submit signed and dated offers to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the exact time specified in this solicitation. As a minimum, offers shall include—

(1) The solicitation number;

(2) The name, address, telephone number of the Offeror;

(3) The Offeror’s Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and, if applicable, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) indicator;

(4) Information necessary to evaluate the factors contained in the provision at 52.212-2 or as described in the solicitation;

(5) Responses to provisions that require Offeror completion of information, representations, and certifications (other than those collected via the System for Award Management (SAM)); and

(6) A statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation and any solicitation amendments.

(b) Period for acceptance of offers. The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers, unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation.

(c) Late submissions, modifications, revisions, and withdrawals of offers.

(1) Offerors are responsible for submitting offers and any modifications or revisions to the Government office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the solicitation.

(2) Any offer, modification, or revision received after the time specified for receipt of offers is “late” and will not be considered unless it is received before award is made and the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late offer would not unduly delay the acquisition. However, a late modification of an otherwise successful offer that makes its terms more favorable to the Government will be considered at any time it is received and may be accepted.

(3) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal Government processes so that offers cannot be received at the Government office designated for receipt of offers by the exact time specified in the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude amendment of the solicitation or other notice of an extension of the closing date, the time specified for receipt of offers will be deemed to be extended to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work day on which normal Government processes resume.

(4) Offerors may withdraw their offers by written notice to the Government received at any time before award.

(d) Contract award (not applicable to Invitation for Bids). The Government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without discussions with Offerors. Therefore, the Offeror’s initial offer should contain the Offeror’s best terms. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions, if necessary. The Government may reject any or all offers if such action is in the public interest, accept other than the lowest offer, and waive informalities and minor irregularities in offers received.

(e) Debriefings. If a postaward debriefing is given to requesting Offerors, the Government will disclose the following information, if applicable:

(1) The agency’s evaluation of the significant weak or deficient factors in the debriefed Offeror’s offer.

(2) The overall evaluated cost or price and technical rating of the successful Offeror and the debriefed Offeror and past performance information on the debriefed Offeror.

(3) The overall ranking of all Offerors when any ranking was developed by the agency during source selection.

(4) A summary of the rationale for award.

(5) For acquisitions of commercial products, the make and model of the product to be delivered by the successful Offeror.

(6) Reasonable responses to relevant questions posed by the debriefed Offeror as to whether the agency followed source-selection procedures set forth in the solicitation, applicable regulations, and other applicable authorities.

(End of Provision) ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES Provisions that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available.

The following provisions are incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum to this solicitation:

Submission of quotes shall include the following factors: (1) Compliance requirements, (2) Past Performance, and (3) Price.

Factor 1- Compliance requirements:

1. Offerors shall provide Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, affirming that the Offeror has no more than three serious, or one repeat, or one willful OSHA or EPA violation(s) in the past 3 years (OSHA or EPA Violation(s).

1. Offerors should provide experience Modification Rate (EMR): provide documentation to show that the offeror has an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of equal to or less than 1.0. If an offeror’s EMR is above 1.0, the offeror must submit a written explanation of the EMR from its insurance carrier on the insurance carrier’s letterhead, describing the reasons for the EMR and the anticipated date the EMR may be reduced to 1.0 or below.

1. Shall Adherence to clause 852.219-75: Offerors must provide documentation demonstrating compliance with clause 852.219-75 Factor 2- Past Performance:

(a) Solicitation Submittal Requirements:

Offerors shall provide a minimum of two (2) and maximum of five (5) recent and relevant projects (as defined below) to demonstrate their ability to perform the proposed work identified within the Specifications, drawings, and Statement of Work. If a completed Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) evaluation is available, it shall be submitted. The Government will evaluate past performance based upon sources available to the contracting officer that may include Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS) and Electronic Subcontract Reporting System (eSRS). IF THERE IS NOT A PAST PERFORMANCE EVALUATION IN PPIRS or FAPPIIS, then the offeror shall submit Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQ) for each project. Offerors shall not incorporate by reference into their proposal PPQs previously submitted for other RFPs. However, this does not preclude the Government from utilizing previously submitted PPQ information in the past performance evaluation. If the offeror is unable to obtain a completed PPQ from a client for a project(s) before proposal closing date, the offeror shall complete and submit with the proposal the first page of the PPQ, which will provide contract and client information for the respective project(s). The Government may make reasonable attempts to contact the client noted for that project(s) to obtain the PPQ information. However, offerors should follow-up with clients/references to help ensure timely submittal of questionnaires. If the client requests, questionnaires may be submitted directly to the Government’s point of contact, Elia Laritza Ruiz Manzo, Elia-Laritza.Ruiz-Manzo@va.gov.

Recent past performance is defined as performance completed within the last five years of the due date of this solicitation.

Relevant past performance is defined as present/past performance effort involved in plumbing, electrical and mechanical work in a hospital environment and with similar scope and magnitude of effort and complexities required in this solicitation.

Past performance should be a minimum of $250,000.00 in price to meet magnitude requirement. Similar scope includes similar projects to the solicitated project or the use of similar trades.

Offerors are cautioned to submit enough information in the format specified in the solicitation. Offerors may be asked to clarify certain aspects of their proposal (for example, the relevance of past performance information) or respond to adverse past performance information to which the offeror has not previously had an opportunity to respond.