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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) 668-21-3-5057-0017 36C260 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 20 1495 Wilmington Drive, Suite 360 DuPont

WA

98327 Y Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 20 1495 Wilmington Drive, Suite 360 DuPont

WA

98327 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26021Q0808 08-16-2021

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668-3610162-5057-855100-2543 010055590 This amendment is to answer questions concerning this solicitation. See the summery of changes on the following pages.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

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Summary of Changes

1. Paragraph 1.3.2 defines the scope of work to include repairs for the backflow assemblies. In order to get a feel for the scope of the repairs that might be needed we would like to get the following. No repairs associated with this requirement, only testing and inspections. I revised the SOW and deleted all verbiage indicating repairs

a. list of the quantity of each size of assemblies to be tested, and or a copy of the previous test results for the assemblies included in this contract.

b. How many assemblies that need certifying are in a confined space?

2. Paragraph 1.8 indicates that emergency services shall be provided by the contractor 24hrs a day. Should the pricing for the emergency services be included in the proposal or do you want a separate pricing structure proposed for these instances if they shall occur? No emergency services required with this requirement. I revised the SOW and deleted all verbiage indicating emergency services.

The following is the updated SOW that will be incorporated into the contract award.

Statement of Work Preventer Testing and Inspection Department of Veterans Affairs

1. General Information The purpose of this contract is for the Contractor to provide test and inspect the back-flow preventers and cross connections installed at the Spokane VA Medical Center.

1.1 Project Title: Spokane VA Backflow Preventer Testing, and Inspection.

1.2 Project Background

Backflow preventer testing and inspections are required in order to ensure the protection of potable and non potable water through routine maintenance and inspection of mechanisms to prevent cross contamination water sources. The contract shall aid in this prevention through annual inspection and testing of these devices and systems at the Spokane VA Medical Center.

1.3 Scope of Work

1.3.1 The contractor shall provide all parts, travel, labor and materials necessary to provide the testing and certification of 100 back flow preventers and cross connections through out the annual performance period described herein located at 4815 N. Assembly St, Spokane, WA 99205.. The contractor shall maintain an accurate log file/inventory of all backflow preventers.

1.3.2 The contractor will provide a comprehensive annual inspection and certification of 100 backflow preventers located at 4815 N. Assembly St, Spokane, WA 99205. Contractor shall ensure that the equipment functions in conformance with the following latest published standards/codes/specifications/regulations to include, but not limited to:

American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA);

The Joint Commission (TJC);

American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE);

VA directives;

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 25 and NFPA 13;

American Water Works Association; American Water Works Association Cross-Connection Control Policy;

OSHA 1910.141 Rules regarding plumbing cross connections & sanitation......see sec.1910.141(b)(1)(v) ;

Code of Federal Regulations -- Sanitation of water supplies......(29 CFR Sec. 1926.51) ;

Code of Federal Regulations -- Potable Water in the workplace required...(30 CFR Sec. 57.20002) ;

Code of Federal Regulations -- Boiler Water Additives approved for food contact (and potable water through heat exchange devices) ;

Code of Federal Regulations -- Refrigeration Equipment backflow prohibited...(21 CFR Sec. 1250.34) ;

Code of Federal Regulations -- Potable Water Systems on Vessels.......Backflow prevention required.. (21 CFR Sec. 1250.82) ;

Code of Federal Regulations -- Drinking Fountains and Ice Machines must be designed to prevent backflow.....(21 CFR. Sec. 1250.85) ;

OSHA 1910 Subpart J - Confined Space Entry Rules ;

Local, municipal, state and federal regulations pertaining to preservation and maintenance of public water supplies and potable and nonportable water sources.

1.3.3 The Contractor will be responsible for providing all background paperwork/documents certifying and testing of the systems.

1.3.4 All work shall be performed by personnel specifically qualified and trained to certify and inspect Backflow Preventers for the State of Washington. Contractor shall provide proof of all inspectors having received certification equivalent to or derived from the field test procedures published in the Manual of Cross-Connection Control, Tenth Edition. Evidence of all required licenses, as well as documentation of qualifications of personnel, shall be provided to the Contracting Officer (CO) prior to award of contract.

1.3.5 The estimated number of backflow preventers to be covered under this contract shall not exceed 100 and are comprised of units on the perimeter of the campus and interior buidlings including: fire water, domestic water, non potable water, chilled water.

1.3.6 This testing and inspection contract shall be for one base year and four (4) optional years.

1.4 Performance Objectives

1.4.1Contractor shall perform all inspections, testing, of the facility’s back flow preventers to keep said components in compliance with the most current edition of NFPA 13, 17, NFPA 25, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), American National Standard Institute (ANSI), ASSE ( American Society of Safety Engineers), American Backflow Preventer Association (ABPA), and other Federal Regulations pertaining to maitaining back flow preventers, water safety, cross contamination prevention in water systems, etc in medical and Federal facilities.

1.5 Deliverables Schedule

1.6 Place of Performance

The work shall initially be performed at the Spokanes VA Medical Center site located at 4815 N. Assembly Street, Spaokne, WA.99205

1.7 COR Authority

In no event is the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) empowered to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract. All changes, to any section of this contract, shall be made only by the Contracting Officer pursuant to a properly executed modification. The types of actions within the purview of the COR’s authority are to ensure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract, and to notify the Contracting Officer of any deficiencies observed. A Letter of Designation shall be issued to the COR and a copy shall be sent to the Contractor at the time of contract kickoff meeting or post-award conference setting forth in full the responsibilities and limitations of the COR.

1.8 Hours of Work

Normal operational hours for the VA facilities are from 6:30 a. m. – 4:00 p. m, Monday through Friday, exclusive of Federal Holidays unless stated differently elsewhere.

2 General Requirements

2.1 All written deliverables shall be phrased in layperson language. Statistical and other technical terminology shall not be used without providing a glossary of terms.

2.1.1 The Contractors shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, materials, tools, supplies, supervision, incidental engineering, and management required to perform testing and inspection 100 backflow preventer devices in accordance with the manufacturer's original specifications. Work includes the performance of service work, preventative maintenance of equipment, testing and certification services and certification and other services as described herein.

2.1.2 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS. The Government will not provide office space and operational facilities to the Contractor. The Contractor shall secure and maintain the necessary office space and other facilities required for the performance of this contract at his/her own expense.

2.1.3 Government Furnished Equipment. The Contractor shall furnish all tools and equipment required for the performance of this contract. The Government will not provide tools or equipment to the Contractor.

2.1.4 Government Furnished Material. The Government will not provide any materials to the Contractor.

2.2 TESTING AND CERTIFICATION. Testing shall be performed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. The Contractor shall conduct annual inspection and certification of the backflow preventors and controls systems. Deficiencies discovered during inspection shall be corrected by the Contractor.

2.2.1 Frequency. Frequencies, unless noted otherwise elsewhere, shall be as follows:

Inspection as part of certification shall occur annually.

Testing and certification of each back flow preventer shall occur annual 3 Travel

3.1 The contractor is responsible for providing transportation/travel for all materials, supplies, personnel and all items needed for the duration of this contract unless stated otherwise elsewhere.

4 Government Responsibilities

4.1 The Government shall provide access to the facilities as necessary for maintenance and service calls and responses to commence. The VA Engineering, Safety or Police Services will also provide notification of any systems outages, testing or downtime to affected VA staff.

4.2 Removing Employees for Misconduct or Security Reasons. The Government may, at its sole discretion, direct the contractor to remove any contractor employee from U.S. VA/VHA facilities for misconduct or security reasons. Removal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility to continue providing the services required under any Contract awarded. The Contracting Officer will provide the contractor with a written explanation to support any request to remove an employee.

5 Contractor Personnel Requirements

5.1 All qualified, experience, and license personnel for the service will be provided by the contractor. All technicians shall be qualified to provide maintenance, testing on backflow preventers. Proof of personnel experience shall be provided by the Contractor to the VA to include but is not limited to: certification for maintenance and service on same or similar equipment described herein, past experience of no fewer than three years of working on systems similar in size and scope of the system listed here, State plumbing licensure; proctor certification for administering exam.

5.2 No portion of the work shall be subcontracted without prior written consent of the Contracting Officer. In the event that the contractor desires to subcontract some part of the work specified herein, the contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer with the names, qualifications and experience of their proposed subcontractor(s). The contractor shall, however, remain fully liable and responsible for the work to be done by his subcontractor(s) and shall assure compliance with all requirements of the contract.

5.3 Contractor employees shall present a professional appearance at all times and their conduct shall not reflect discredit upon the United States and or the VA/Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

5.4 Smoking: Employees are strictly prohibited from smoking anywhere in medical center buildings.

5.5 Supervision of Employees: The contractor shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures, and for coordinating all portions of the work under the contract except where otherwise specified in the contract documents. The contractor shall, at all times, enforce strict discipline and good order among the workers, and shall not employ on the work any unfit person or anyone not skilled in the work assigned to him/her.

6 Protection of Person and Property

6.1 The contractor expressly undertakes’, both directly and through its subcontractor(s), to take every precaution at all times for the protection of persons and property, including Medical Center employees and property and its own.

6.2 The contractor shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the work.

6.3 The contractor shall continuously maintain adequate protection of all work from damage and shall protect the Medical Center property from injury of loss arising in connection with this contract. The contractor shall make good any such damage, injury or loss, except as may be by agents or employees of the Medical Center.

6.4 In an emergency affecting the safety or life of individuals, or of the work, or of adjoining property, the contractor, without special instruction or authorization from the Medical Center, is hereby permitted to act, at the contractor's discretion, to prevent such threatened loss or injury. Also, should the contractor, in order to prevent threatened loss or injury, be instructed or authorized to act by the Medical Center, he shall so act, without appeal. Any additional compensation or extension of time claimed by the contractor on account of any emergency work shall be determined by mutual agreement.

7 Security Requirement

7.1 All contractor personnel must check-in with their designated VA point of contact or other identified staff prior to beginning any work.

7.2 Physical Security & Safety Requirements:

All contractor personnel must check-in with their designated VA point of contact or other identified staff prior to beginning any work.

The Contractor and their personnel shall follow all VA policies, standard operating procedures, applicable laws and regulations while on VA property. Violations of VA regulations and policies may result in citation and disciplinary measures for persons violating the law.

The Contractor and their personnel shall wear visible identification at all times while they are on the premises. The contractor shall sign in the VA Police services prior to beginning work each workday. Smoking is prohibited inside/outside any building. Possession of weapons is prohibited.

The Contractor shall obtain all necessary licenses and/or permits required to perform the work, with the exception of software licenses that need to be procured from a Contractor or vendor in accordance with the requirements document. The Contractor shall take all reasonable precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract.

8 Hours of Operation

8.1 The contractor shall coordinate with the Mechanical/Plumbing Shop and Maintenance and Operations Supervisor to decide when testing, maintenance can be performed. Testing and maintenance can be performed during normal business hours. Normal business hours are between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closing. The Contractor may for his/her convenience request authorization in advance from the COR to work outside of regular working hours of regular workdays at no additional cost to the facility. Authorization shall be at the discretion of the COR.

8.1.1Recognized Federal Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington’s Birthday (President’s Day), Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.