36C26224Q1359 0001.pdf

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

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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 NCO 22 Network Contracting 650 East Indian School Road Phoenix AZ 85012

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Department of Veterans Affairs NCO 22 - Network Contracting 650 East Indian School Road Phoenix AZ 85012

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26224Q1359

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August 13, 2024 – 10:00 MST

See CONTINUATION Page

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

Offer date has been updated to be submitted by 8/13/2024 by 10:00 am.

Michael Kahyai Contracting Officer

36C26224Q1359-S205—NM Solid Waste

Q. Is there an incumbent contractor currently providing these services? If so, what was the value of their contract.

A. Earth Smart Environmental Inc., base year $55,953.18.

Q. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?

A. Contact No. 36C25819C0080.

Q. Are we allowed to conduct a site visit to better understand the logistics and specific requirements of the facility? If yes, how can we schedule this?

A. No site visit is scheduled currently and no plans to schedule a Site visit.

Q. Were there any specific issues or challenges faced by the previous contractor that we should be aware of and address in our proposal?

A. None to Note.

Q. Are there any additional services or value-added options that would be particularly beneficial or attractive to you?

A. See D.1 Statement of Work page 30.

Q. Are there any budgetary constraints or specific cost-saving measures you are looking for?

A. None.

Q. How will past performance be evaluated and scored? Can you provide any specific examples of past performance issues or successes that influenced prior evaluations?

A. See Section E2.

Q. Are there any specific goals or preferences regarding sustainability, recycling, or innovative waste management solutions?

A. Not at this time.

Q. What are the preferred communication channels and frequency of updates/reporting during the contract period?

A. The preferred communication is email/phone call to Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Specialist (CS)and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

Q. Is there a formal feedback mechanism in place during the contract period to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with your expectations?

A. The Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Specialist (CS)and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) can be contacted via email/phone when any questions/issues arise.

Q. Are there any specific local, state, or federal regulations or environmental standards we need to be particularly mindful of?

A. See page 33, Section 3 Performance, letter B.

Q. Are there any performance-based incentives or penalties associated with this contract that we should be aware of?

A. Section E3 page 63 identifies the type of contract which will be awarded.

Q Are there any upcoming projects or additional services you anticipate needing in the future that we could prepare for or include in our proposal?

A. All contract opportunities are posted in SAM.gov.

Q. What kind of support or collaboration can we expect from your team during the contract execution?

A. The Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Specialist (CS)and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) can be contacted when any questions/issues arise.

Q. Would you have a picture of the trash compactor at Building 41?

A. Below is the picture.