S06 36C26224Q1070 0002.pdf

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

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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)

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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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08/29/2024

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36C262

NCO 22

Department of Veterans Affairs

VHA Regional Procurement Office West

650 East Indian School Road

Phoenix AZ 85012

36C262

NCO 22

Department of Veterans Affairs

VHA Regional Procurement Office West

650 East Indian School Road

Phoenix AZ 85012

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26224Q1070

08-29-2024

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** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers due date is: August 30, 2024 @ 15:00

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The purpose of this amendment is to do the following:

1. Respond to questions asked regarding this solicitation.

The solicitation due date has not been extended. The due date is 08/30/2024 @ 15:00 MST.

Rochelle Bennett

Contracting Officer

Q. Working hours states "6am-4:30pm". Can we work nights if need be and can we work 10-hour shifts?

A. Shift length is contractor discretion, some night work is expected given hospital needs etc.

Q. When shutting off Air handler for cleaning will TEMP air need to be provided?

A. Duct system will be cleaned, not the air handler. No temp air required as there will be no means to deliver the air. (Duct system will be down for cleaning).

Q. Can You provide a list of the 39 Air Handlers with the areas served by each unit.

A. Most air handlers serve mixed space, from admin areas to clinical spaces to surgical suites.

Q. Will ducts need to be inspected before closing access points?

A. No

Q. Do you want documentation of Photos before and after of cleaning for report?

A. Yes, however only a representative number of photos for each air handler zone needs to be provided.

Q. Will or can Blueprints/Mechanical Plans/Drawings be provided. If not, can we see them onsite if available?

A. Blueprints cannot be provided due to sensitive information. No further site visits will be provided.

Q. Do you want a NADCA "ASCS" onsite all times to make sure cleaning is done to NADCA ACR 2021 Standard?

A. Yes.

Q. Want to know if we can get the Mechanical plans showing all of the ductwork for the 39 systems?

A. Mechanical Plans cannot be provided due to sensitive information.

Q. Can a site visit be schedule to walk the mechanical rooms and interstitial spaces where the air handlers are located?

A. Site visit was scheduled and conducted on 8/20/2024. Time and date was in solicitation located in SAM.

Q. Do we assumed that 39 Air Handlers will need to be cleaned from the fresh air intake to the main supply plenum and coils pressure washed?

A. Cleaning is for the supply and return duct systems only, air handlers in not included in this SOW.

Q. (ICRA) Will Infection control cubes be required to perform all work in occupied spaces?

A. Only one air handler will require work in occupied space, all others are accessible within the interstitial space. ICRA will be required for the one air handler in Emergency Department.

Q. What is the size and length of air handlers.

A. They are a proximally 20 feet in length and 8 feet deep.

Q. What are the specific models of the 39 main air handlers to be cleaned?

A. There are several models, and they varies from 15,000 cfm to 25,000 cfm.

Q. Please confirm that hard surfaces (e.g., walls and ceilings) are not required to be cut into in order to facilitate the cleaning.

A. Contractor may have to cut some holes in order to clean them and they must be covered back up.

Q. Are there any high-security or restricted areas within the facility that require special clearance or procedures?

A. No

Q. What is the facility's policy on noise levels and vibrations during normal working hours?

A. Minimize noise level.

Q. Are there any specific infection control protocols required beyond HEPA filtration?

A. The air needs to be sent outside or it needs to go through a HEPA filter.

Q. How many existing access points are there in the ductwork system?

A. It varies from air handler. Approximately anywhere 15 to 20 per air handler.

Q. Has an asbestos survey been conducted on the ductwork insulation?

A. No

Q. What are the specifications for re-sealing access points after cleaning?

A. Duck work must be sealed per NADCA guidelines

Q. What is the procedure for addressing damaged ductwork discovered during the cleaning process?

A. Notify COR

Q. Is there a specific format or template required for the daily progress reports?

A. No.