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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

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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

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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.)

(If required)

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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) 1/15/2021 605-21-1-6076-0034 605-20-F401 00262 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 22 4811 Airport Plaza Drive Suite 600 Long Beach

CA

90815 00262 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 22 4811 Airport Plaza Drive Suite 600 Long Beach

CA

90815 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26221Q0202 01-15-2021

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See CONTINUATION Page X

ONE (1)

Amendment A0001 is issued to post the following documents:

- COR responses to Contractor RFIs

- Job Walk Sign-in Roster

- DWG, LS2.1, Shower Drains

- DWG, Shower Drain(s) Location

Contractors shall acknowledge all Amendments issued.

HARRY SEBALLOS

CONTRACTING OFFICER

RFI Questions & Answers Project Name: CLC Install, Stainless Steel Shower Drains, VA Loma Linda Healthcare System

Solicitation Number: 36C26221Q0202

Question 1 Q: Does the bidder require a pre-qualification before bidding?

VA Response: The pre-qualifications are identified in the Solicitation; such as 100% SDVOSB set-aside and shall be registered in SAM.gov.

Question 2 Q: How much is the engineer’s estimation on this project?

VA Response: The cost range is identified on the Solicitation, page 1.

Question 3 Q: What classification license does the bidder must possess at the bidding/contract time?

VA Response: At a minimum, a General Contract License is required. The COR will further clarify if other contractor licenses are required after all Contractor RFIs are received, which is prior to quote due date. Prior to commencing work, the general contractor shall provide proof that an OSHA certified “competent person” (CP) (29 CFR 1926.20(b)(2) will maintain a presence at the work site whenever the general or subcontractors are present. Installer Qualifications: Installer shall be licensed and shall provide evidence of the successful completion of at least five projects of equal or greater size and complexity. Provide tradesmen skilled in the appropriate trade.

Question 4 Q: Does the job-walk (Site walkthrough) that is scheduled for tomorrow Jan 5, 2021 at 10:00am, is MANDATORY?

VA Response: The Job-walk is NOT mandatory; however, ONLY 1 site visit will be conducted.

Question 5 Q: How many drains are being installed? I understand it says 13 restrooms but how many drains Per room?

VA Response: 1 Drain per bathroom to tie into existing shower drain. Total of 13 Drains.

Question 6 Q: Regarding specs, I do see brushed stainless steel, 60” linear drain, all hardware shall be made of stainless steel and drain openings/slats shall not exceed 3/8” in width. Do you have any more specs for the drain?

VA Response: Final Drain Installation shall be for a resinous floor. A similar project was recently completed using ProLine Drain by Quick Drain USA. Key features are 18 Gauge 316L Stainless Steel, drain body fully sloped to prevent standing water and solids being deposited into the trough, waste outlets may be placed at nearly any location. Drain covers are height adjustable utilizing spacers for different thicknesses of finish material. Available in a variety of sizes, size to fit opening and floor finish. Winning contractor to submit a schedule of materials/finishes to be approved prior to install that meet or exceed VA standards outlined in the S.O.W.

Question 7 Q: Do you have any options regarding make/model of the drains?

VA Response: See response to Question 6

Question 8 Q: Are there any existing drawings/plans for the areas we are working in?

VA Response: There are existing drawings/plans available on site.

Question 9 Q: Are there any pictures you can provide regarding this job?

A: VA Response: Time was provided on the job walk for pictures to be taken. The awardee will be allowed access to take pictures at kick off meeting.

Question 10 Q: Would the government allow a Tripartite Escrow Agreement in lieu of a payment bond?

A: VA Response: Yes, Govt will accept A Tripartite Escrow Agreement.

Question 11 Q: Please provide a layout plan with rooms identified where Drains are to be installed.

A: VA Response: See Attachment

Question 12 Q: Please provide as-built drawing of rooms to install the drains. Specifically, drawings that identify the concrete strength of existing condition and plumbing of the rooms.

A: VA Response: See Attachment

Question 13 Q: Please provide specs of existing floor in order to match:

13. VA Response: Already Provided in S.O.W. however current floor is HYBRI-Flex EQ Flooring System Armor Top Topcoat with colour outlined in the S.O.W.

Question 14 Q: Please provide specs of drain to be installed:

A: VA Response: In addition to what is already described in S.O.W, the following is provided: Final Drain Installation shall be for a resinous floor. A similar project was recently completed using ProLine Drain by Quick Drain USA. Key features are 18 Gauge 316L Stainless Steel, drain body fully sloped to prevent standing water and solids being deposited into the trough, waste outlets may be placed at nearly any location. Line (style) Drain covers are height adjustable utilizing spacers for different thicknesses of finish. Length of drain wall to wall is approx. 60” Drain cover can be ordered to fit exact measurement for each room.

Question 15 Q: Please identify the level of infectious control for the project sent

A: VA Response: ICRA permits are currently not issued and work permission is granted on a case-by-case basis due to current pandemic. This process may change by time of award. In the interim, Selected bidder to present plan in writing to be reviewed by Infectious Diseases office and key stakeholders. Contractor to provide rigid plastic barrier or a portable construction anteroom with negative air machine running 24/7 maintaining negative air at a minimum of .03. required. Contractor to provide a manometer and log sheet. Contractor to cover any air vents/registers air. Each site shall be cleaned daily and waste shall be removed in tightly wrapped waste containers preferably a hard lid style cart. Contractor shall provide and place sticky mats to prevent tracking dust and debris through any pathways utilized by construction staff, hospital staff or patients. Contractor and COR will coordinate with nurse manager on furnishings and if need arises to shut down any utilities or any potential patient care disruption (See #6)

Question 16 Q: Can you confirm if the rooms will be cleared of ALL Equipment/furniture prior to installation of drains

A: VA Response: COR will coordinate with the nurse manager to determine what items need to be cleared out. Any remaining items shall be covered with plastic sheeting or similar to protect any remaining furnishings or equipment, cabinets etc. These are single bathrooms. Plastic sheeting or other barrier methods will be utilized in concert with/accordance with general ICRA requirements and practices in accordance with VA general standards outlined in the S.O.W. The contractor awarded the contract will submit a written plan prior to any start of work to be reviewed by key stakeholders, i.e. Nurse Manager, Infectious Disease, Safety Security etc.

Question 17 Q: Can you confirm how many rooms will be available to install drain at each phase

A: VA Response: No, COR cannot confirm or guarantee how many rooms will be available. At time of site visit each room was vacant due to hospital needs. These rooms are to begin back in service. Daily coordination with the nurse manager will be required for room availability. Availability of rooms could potentially be disrupted due to pandemic or other unforeseen events.

See attached document: S04 Site Visit Roster.

See attached document: DWG LS2.1 Shower Drains.

See attached document: DWG Shower Drain Project Location.