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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

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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)

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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)

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

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

To all Offerors/Bidders

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THE PURPOSE OF THIS AMENDMENT IS TO RESPOND TO QUESTIONS DURING RFQ PERIOD.

SEE CONTINUATION PAGE FOR QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES.

MAYTE DIAZ

CONTRACTING OFFICER

CONTINUATION PAGE

RFQ-Questions and Answers Fire Alarm Maintenance VALLHCS

1. How many Fire Department Connections (FDCs) on site?

a. FDC’s were not requested to be inspected.

2. Will escorts be provided to areas with restricted access?

a. Escorts will be provided for the initial inspections and into the limited areas of the hospital. Maybe 20%, such as the OR, IT spaces.

3. What is the GPM for the fire pump?

a. Rated GPM 2500

4. Is there a pre-action system in the 1st Floor IT Room in conjunction with the FM200 system?

a. HFC 227 is a standalone system design for IT space.

5. Are we responsible for testing the Raychem TraceTek in the 1st Floor IT Room?

a. No on Raychem Trace Tek

6. Are there pressure reducing valves (PRVs) integrated in the sprinkler system? If so, what is the quantity?

a. PRV not on the inventory

7. Per NFPA 72, Tamper Switches and Waterflow Devices are to be tested semi-annually, AS WELL as the Fire Alarm control panel, Central Station Reporting, and Remote Power Supplies, and a visual inspection of all fire alarm devices. In order to be NFPA 72 compliant, the additional scope of work just outlined would need to be performed. Are we to only test the waterflow and tamper switches, or shall we provide pricing for the full NFPA 72 compliant Semi-Annual Fire Alarm Test?

a. The frequency of inspection is listed in the inventory page of the scope.

8. Can you provide further explanation to the Notifier Fire Alarm Panel (Quantity 66). Are these Fire Control Power Supplies (Booster Panels)?

a. Remote panels.

9. Per NFPA 72, Fire Control Power Supplies are to be tested on a semi-annual basis not quarterly. Can you please confirm Hospital’s expected frequency?

a. The frequency of inspection expected is semi-annual.

10. How many standpipes are in the Hospital? The RFP says 12, however it appears that these would be sprinkler risers. Please confirm.

a. 12 Standpipes as per the scope.

11. Do all 15 Fire Alarm Annunciators have battery back-up?

a. Yes, battery pack up and emergency generator

12. For the 6-Year Damper Testing – does the Hospital require photos of each damper location?

a. Yes, photo documentation is required.

13. For the 6-Year Damper Testing – does the Hospital require containment booths to be used in all areas since it’s above ceiling?

a. Containment booths required in patient care areas.

14. If yes, does the Hospital provide these containment booths?

a. No, the hospital will not provide equipment.

Amendment to provide answers to questions for: Fire Alarm Maintenance Services Loma Linda VA Healthcare System.

RFQ-Questions and Answers Fire Alarm Maintenance VALLHCS