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This amendment is to answer vendor questions There are no other changes to the terms and conditions of this purchase order.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged, and in full force and effect.

Victor Oliveros Contracting Officer

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A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

Battery type C&D UPS12-545PLP

Removal & Install of batteries for Main Server UPS Disposal/ Miscellaneous Labor/Services/Emergencies

A.2 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

VA San Diego Healthcare System 3350 La Jolla Village Drive San Diego, CA 92161

1. The Statement of Work identifies C&D UPS12-545PLP as the required replacement battery but also references part number UPS12-540MR. Please confirm the exact model required for all 60 batteries. Remove and replace 60 UPS batteries with battery type UPS12-545PLP.

2. Please confirm the applicable battery performance, capacity, internal resistance and terminal torque specifications, as some values appear to differ between the identified battery models. Manufacture specifications

3. The price schedule contains a figure of $30,133.96 under CLIN 0001 and $0.00 under CLIN 0002. Are these government estimates, intended pricing, or informational figures? May offerors submit their own firm-fixed prices? Submit own pricing.

4. Please confirm whether all 60 batteries must be replaced during one coordinated service event and whether the VA requires a specific completion date within the 365-day performance period. One coordinated event within 365 ARO

5. Please confirm whether the government expects the contractor to include all freight, installation, testing, removal and recycling costs in its quoted price. Yes, see Amendment.

6. Please clarify which small-business subcontracting and nonmanufacturer requirements apply to this combined supply-and-installation acquisition. SB set-aside permits non manufacture rule requirements met.

7. Please confirm the required representations and certifications where the combined notice and SF 1449 attachment contain differing section references. SF1449 and amendment must be signed.

8. Please confirm whether or not the UPS/Battery Room at the VA San Diego Healthcare System contains Asbestos? No Asbestos

9. For VAAR 852.219-78 and the limitations-on-subcontracting requirements, is this acquisition classified as a supply or service contract? How should subcontracted installation labor be treated? Only applies to SDVOSB set-aside, Disregard

10. Must installation technicians be authorized by Mitsubishi, and will a site visit be available? No Site Visit available, must be certified to completed installation.

11. Do the asbestos training and fit-test requirements apply to all technicians or only those entering designated areas? No Asbestos

12. The SOW directs replacement of 60 batteries with C&D UPS12-545PLP, but the salient-characteristics list names battery part number UPS12-540MR. Which exact C&D model is required for the two 30-battery cabinets? Remove and replace 60 UPS batteries with battery type UPS12-545PLP.

13. The SOW requires technicians certified to perform battery replacement. Is a particular manufacturer or other certification required with the quote? No, just certified and qualified to conduct replacement.

14. Does the work area or required access path for Building 1, Room BB100-1 include an asbestos-containing area, triggering the specified 16-hour asbestos and fit-test certifications? No Asbestos

15. For this one-time replacement, is there a target date or window for installation after award within the stated 365-day period? Once awarded as soon as possible but within the POP established

16. If we are responsible for moving the new batteries from the receiving area to the UPS room, is there clear access from receiving to the UPS room, any stairs, freight elevator, how far, etc.? Yes. Elevator available.

17. Please confirm that Rockwood may utilize a qualified UPS service subcontractor to perform the onsite installation, testing, and technical work, with Rockwood retaining responsibility as the prime contractor. Yes.

18. Please clarify the applicable nonmanufacturer and limitations-on-subcontracting requirements under NAICS 335910, including the subcontracting certification referenced in the solicitation. Limitation on sub-contracting apply to SDVOSB set-aside. This is a SB set-aside.

19. Our supplier confirms that the C&D UPS12-545PLP batteries are manufactured in Mexico. Please confirm whether these batteries are acceptable under the incorporated FAR 52.225-1 (Deviation), and identify any applicable exception, waiver, or required country-of-origin documentation. Yes, meets TAA.

20. lists an annual torque specification of 60 in-lb, while the installation instructions require manufacturer-recommended torque. The UPS12-545PLP datasheet provided by our supplier specifies 110 in-lb for initial installation. Please confirm whether 110 in-lb governs installation and whether the 60 in-lb value applies to a separate maintenance requirement. Follow manufacture recommendation

21. Please define “Miscellaneous Labor/Services/Emergencies,” including required services, anticipated quantities or labor hours, coverage period, and response times. Please clarify whether this CLIN requires emergency coverage throughout the 365-day performance period. Any anticipated charges by vendor that are not covered in solicitation.

22. The announcement requests VAAR 852.219-78 in Section C.4 and FAR 52.212-3 in Section E.5. However, the attached RFQ’s Section C.4 contains FAR 52.240-91, and Section E ends at E.4. Please provide the intended forms or confirm the corrected submission requirements. Disregard.

23. Please identify the evaluation factors, their relative importance, and whether award will use lowest-price technically acceptable or another evaluation approach. Please also confirm whether past-performance information is required and how VAAR 852.215-70 and 852.215-71 will apply. PRICE ONLY

24. The SOW encourages after-hours scheduling but also states that installation and removal will occur during normal business hours, Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Please confirm the required installation window and whether after-hours work must be included in the quoted price. During established business hours

25. Are you open to alternate batteries, or will this be a name brand requirement for the UPS12-545PLP? Must meet Salient characteristics astablished

26. Are there any stairs or ladders to climb up or down to perform work and/or transport batteries? Elevator available

27. Is there a loading dock available? Yes

28. Is there an elevator that requires a breakdown of each battery pallet before reaching the change out area? Yes, breakdown will be required weight limits

29. Are there any narrow doorways or hallways (or heavy carpeting) or raised/access floor to transit that would require breakdown of each battery pallet before reaching the change out area? Breakdown required.

30. Is there a battery monitoring system to disengage, re-engage and test before job completion? Yes test required

31. Are there a forklift, pallet jack or carts available to use? No contractor must use own equipment.

32. Are there any special licensing or training requirements to perform work? Certified to install.

33. Could the VA provide photographs of both battery cabinets, existing connections, and the surrounding workspace? See below image4.jpeg image5.jpeg image6.jpeg image1.jpeg image2.jpeg image3.jpeg