S06 36C26024Q0042 0002 Amendment.pdf

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

PAGE OF PAGES

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED

BPA NO. 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

FACILITY CODE CODE

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)

24 Jan 2024

36C260

NCO 20 Network Contracting Office

ATTN: V4CONT

1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd Bldg.17, Suite B428 Vancouver WA 98661

36C260

NCO 20 Network Contracting Office

ATTN: V4CONT

1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd Bldg.17, Suite B428 Vancouver WA 98661

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26024Q0042

01-24-2024

X x x

26 January 2024 at 5:00pm PST x 1

1. The purpose of this amendment is to incorporate Question and Answer received, provide revised/clarified previous answers to Q6, Q19, Q33, Q59 and Q63 and update and/or provide clarifications on the PWS.

2. See continuation page for revisions to answers to Q6, Q19, Q33, Q59 and Q63.

3. See continuation page for Q68-75.

4. See updated document "S02 36C26024Q0042 RFQ Portland Janitors Rev 24 Jan 2024" for updates to PWS, section 5.A.2.

and 5.A.3. in blue text.

5. Response deadline remains 26 January 2024 by 5:00pm PST.

6. There are no other changes as a result of this amendment. Ensure amendment is acknowledged with quote submission.

CONTINUATION PAGE

REVISED/CLARIFED TO PREVIOUS ANSWERS ON AMENDMENT 0001:

Q6. PWS 5.A.2 – How many square feet of carpet is included in this requirement and historically what are the annual times that shampooing is done? This is relevant do to man hours that will be required.

A6. Total square feet of carpet/flooring breakdown is not available. Site visit was conducted on 16 January 2024 for contractors to review flooring types, conditions and amounts. Only one (1) floor was not available for walk through, Building 101 – 6th Floor.

This area includes 5617 sq ft of Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) flooring. Carpet shampooing shall be completed at a minimum quarterly and as needed for spot treatment on stains and/or as frequently as needed to address visible/physically soiled carpet. Please see updated PWS section 5.A.9.1.

Q19. On the listed Sq. Ft., it does not differentiate between hardwood floors and carpeted floors to be serviced, could the Sq. Ft. of both for each area be provided?

A19. Total square feet of carpet breakdown vs hardwood floors is not available. Site visit was conducted on 16 January 2024 for contractors to review flooring types, conditions and amounts. Only floor (1) area was not available for walk through, Building 101 – 6th Floor. This area includes 5617 sq ft of Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) flooring.

Q33. 5.A.8. Floor Maintenance – Waxed and 5.A.9.Floor Maintenance – Carpeted: The PWS calls for stripping/waxing and carpet shampoo Monthly and Quarterly, is that for all the locations, and could a breakdown of VCT and carpet be provided for all locations to accurately price?

A33. Reference A6. See updated PWS section 5.A.8 – 5.A.9.1. Site visit was conducted on 16 January 2024 for contractors to review flooring types, conditions and amounts.

Only one (1) floor was not available for walk through, Building 101 – 6th Floor. This area includes 5617 sq ft of Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) flooring.

Q59. Not all areas were accessible for walkthrough. If needed, will you provide additional time for walkthrough prior to bid submission?

A59. No other site visits will be arranged at this time. Site visit was conducted on 16 January 2024 for contractors to review flooring types, conditions and amounts. Only one

(1) floor was not available for walk through, Building 101 – 6th Floor. This area includes 5617 sq ft of Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) flooring.

Q63. Please provide a breakdown of flooring type by square footage: ie – VCT, Carpet, Marble, Terrazzo, Ceramic tile, LVT, etc.

A63. Reference A6. Site visit was conducted on 16 January 2024 for contractors to review flooring types, conditions and amounts. Only one (1) floor was not available for walk through, Building 101 – 6th Floor. This area includes 5617 sq ft of Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) flooring.

CONTINUATION OF QUESTIONS RECEIVED. SEE AMENDMENT 0001 FOR Q1-67. :

Q68. Will the VA provide all cleaning equipment needed to complete the scope of work? I.E items not listed on solicitation.: microfiber rags, toilet brushes, trash barrels.

A68. Reference A31. (Amendment 0001)

Q69. How many hours per employee is the VA training required by all Environmental Management Service (EMS) employees?

A69. Approximately six (6) hours of content training per employee.

Q70. What is the current total annual pricing?

A70. Reference A1. (Amendment 0001)

Q71. The PWS only mentions building 100 and 101 associated with the scope of work.

However, the attached PDF drawings and excel sheet identify 7 other locations with a combined square footage of 280K+ SQFT. Does the scope of work include all of the locations on the excel spreadsheet or only buildings 100 & 101?

A71. Reference A3. (Amendment 0001)

Q72. Will the COR provide a designated office or area for the contractor staff to store personal items?

A72. Reference A27 (Amendment 0001) for answer on designated office. The Government currently has 12 lockers available for staff personal items and is reviewing acquiring more locker space.

Q73. Will the COR provide daily/weekly supplies and inventory sheets to ensure the accountability of returned supplies and equipment?

A73. Reference PWS Section 14. Monthly Report for requirements. The Government will provide inventory sheets to be provided for the contractor’s monthly report. The Government will review supply closets once a week to confirm if any additional supplies are needed.

Q74. Could you amplify? When was the site visit conducted? Where was it announced?

A74. All site visit information is located in section E.2. of the RFQ. The description field on the Contract Opportunities posting stated where this information was located within the document, as well as block 20 of the RFQ.

Q75. I am requesting the incumbent's pricing on this project.

A75. Reference A1. (Amendment 0001)

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