36C26223Q1547 0001.pdf

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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

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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

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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:

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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

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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.

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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36C262

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

36C26223Q1547

08-22-2023

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1. THE PURPOSE OF THIS AMENDMENT IS TO PROVIDE ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUBMITTED DURING THE RFI PERIOD.

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A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

1.00 JB ________________ ________________

First Floor Beneficiary Travel Area 1 plants Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-01-2023 POP End: 08-31-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies Merchant Wholesalers PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S217 - Housekeeping - Interior Plantscaping

1.00 JB __________________ __________________

First FloorBeneficiary Travel Area 2 Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-01-2023 POP End: 08-31-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Main Lobby Area 1 Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-02-2023 POP End: 09-01-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Main Lobby Area 2 Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-03-2023 POP End: 09-02-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Main Lobby Area 3 Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-04-2023 POP End: 09-03-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Lobby Pillar Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-05-2023 POP End: 09-04-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Near condiments window by chair Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-06-2023 POP End: 09-05-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Lobby couch ends Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-07-2023 POP End: 09-06-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Entrance tables Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-08-2023 POP End: 09-07-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Main loony elevator by trash can Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-09-2023 POP End: 09-08-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Exterior behind benches Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-10-2023 POP End: 09-09-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Exterior right corner of entrance Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-11-2023 POP End: 09-10-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Vestibule Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-12-2023 POP End: 09-11-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Beneficiary Travel Green Wall plants Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-13-2023 POP End: 09-12-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

First Floor Beneficiary Travel Green Wall system Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-14-2023 POP End: 09-13-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

Entire Space Installation Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-15-2023 POP End: 09-14-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

Delivery Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-16-2023 POP End: 09-15-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

12.00 MO __________________ __________________

Guaranteed Maintenance per month Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-17-2023 POP End: 09-16-2024 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 424930 - Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies

GRAND TOTAL __________________

A.2 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

ITEM NUMBER QUANTITY DELIVERY DATE

0001-0018 SHIP TO: Department of Veterans Affairs Loma Linda VA Healthcare System 11201 Benton Street Loma Linda, CA 92357 United States

MARK FOR: Lindsey Ash

(909) 825-7084 Ext. 2925 lindsay.ash5@va.gov

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

1. Is it just [one] plant wall total?

There is only one location for the live plant wall. Plant wall includes plants and systems for holding plants and securing to wall.

a. What are the measurements just for specifics of the walls.

Live plant wall is overall dimensions of 276” wide x 120” high.

2. Is there an incumbent [contract for plant maintenance services]?

NO. Currently there is no live plants on a service contract. This is a new requirement for live plants that includes plant maintenance services.

a. if so, do you have the Contract number, name, and value please.

N/A.

3. Will the green walls be self-watered?

The green wall needs to be self-contained and watered on a weekly basis either through self-watering system or hand watering. Drip line or Irrigation is not available for plant wall.

4. Are all the plants that are to be serviced currently in pots?

All plant requirements are to be provided by the vendor including potted plants. The vendor will provide plants, pots and services required per the solicitation.

5. Are there any plants on the outside of the building that need to be serviced?

Line 11 on the scope of work provided specifications for exterior plants that need to be provided and serviced.

6. What is the total number of plants currently in the facility?

There are no live plants on a live plant contract currently at the facility. The facility currently has faux plants.

7. Are the plants currently being serviced by a vendor?

The facility currently has faux plants that do not need to be serviced.

8. (Will there be) a water source / water line available near or behind the wall to tap into for providing water for the water reservoir?

No there is no water source in the wall behind the live plants wall location.

9. Do we have a drainage facility or a drain to let the excess water off - resultant post watering?

The contractor will need to provide a source for removal of excess water if required.

10. [What is the] nature of the wall and supports behind the wall?

The elevator wall is a 2-hour rated fire wall.

a. Metal studs / wooden studs etc?

Live plant wall contains metal studs.

b. Basically, would like to know information on the structure / materials supporting the wall, where the green wall will be affixed. Plant wall system will need to tap into studs. Require fire cocking for any penetration. No additional backing is provided.

11. During off hrs. (nighttime and holidays) [will] the office lobby area will light [be left] on, apart from natural light source?

The facility has lights on during nighttime and holidays.

12. Will the green wall extend to the reception desk?

The reception desk will be removed by the VA to accommodate the live plant wall prior to the installation of the live plant wall.

13. And [is it safe to] assume that the storage cupboard will be removed?

The storage cupboard will be removed prior to the installation of the live plant wall.

A.2 DELIVERY SCHEDULE