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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

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

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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)

(SEE ITEM 11)

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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

36C26224Q1062

05-17-2024

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** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: May 30, 2024 @ 15:00 PST

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The purpose of this amendment is to provide answers to questions asked by contractors.

The Solicitation close date is extended from 05/24/2024 to 05/30/2024 @ 15:00 PST.

Arcelia Medina Contracting Officer

Animal Carcass Removal & Disposal Services

Questions and Answers

Q: Clarification on whether the prime contractor is expected to possess the certificates directly, or if it suffices for the subcontractor to hold these certifications on behalf of the project?

A: The Prime Contractor and Subcontractor should hold all the certificates. IAW with VAAR 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting – Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction, the contractor is required to perform 50% of the service.

Q: Is there an incumbent on the contract?

A: EWA Direction INC.

Q: What was the previous contract award amount?

A: Award amount is $119,000.00.

Q: Are there any lessons learned or anything that could be done better to help support the mission?

A: Ensuring the animals are picked up and disposed of in a timely manner.

Q: How are the animal carcasses packaged?

A: They are placed in a red biohazard bag or a non-see-through plastic bag with a tag and wire attached. Then stored in a grey pathology container.

Q: Will the animals be frozen?

A: The animal is stored in a freezer until picked up for incineration. On occasion they are not frozen.

Q: What type of animal carcasses are they?

A: Various animals are being used.

Q: What condition are they in when requested for pickup and disposal?

A: Decomposition and or Dissected

Q: How would you like your proposal submitted?

A: Reference 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services found in the solicitation.

Q: Do hospitals use Chest Freezers or Walk in Freezers?

A: Both freezer types are used at multiple sites, one for holding and one for collection.