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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) A00001 05-22-2026 636-26-3-8869-0049 636A8-26-003 36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

111 South 18th Plaza STE 125A Omaha NE 68102 36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

111 South 18th Plaza STE 125A Omaha NE 68102 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26326B0026 04-23-2026

X X X ** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: 06-03-2026 2PM CDT Project Number: 636A8-26-003 Replace Warehouse Roof POC: Jennifer Smith; Jennifer.Smith59@va.gov; 843-789-6168

The purpose of this amendment is as follows:

1. Provide responses to the questions submitted with revised specification.

2. Add required clause RFO 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026).

3. Provide site visit agenda and attendance sheet.

4. Provide PCRA and ICRA forms.

5. Provide updated Wage Determination dated 05-18-2026

6. Extend Bid Due date to June 3, 2026, at 2pm CT.

Gregg R. Sutcliffe Contracting Officer

VA-VHA-2019-BB2D4962

A.1 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (APR 2026)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause— Program participation means membership or participation in, or access or admission to: training, mentoring, or leadership development programs; educational opportunities; clubs; associations; or similar opportunities that are sponsored or established by the contractor or subcontractor.

Racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities means disparate treatment based on race or ethnicity in the recruitment, employment (e.g., hiring, promotions), contracting (e.g., vendor agreements), program participation, or allocation or deployment of an entity's resources.

(b) In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees as follows:

(1) The Contractor will not engage in any racially discriminatory DEI activities;

(2) The Contractor will furnish all information and reports, including providing access to books, records, and accounts, as required by the Contracting Officer, for purposes of ascertaining compliance with this clause;

(3) In the event of the Contractor's or a subcontractor's noncompliance with this clause, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and the Contractor or subcontractor may be declared ineligible for further Government contracts;

(4) The Contractor will report any subcontractor's known or reasonably knowable conduct that may violate this clause to the Contracting Officer and take any appropriate remedial actions directed by the Contracting Officer; and

(5) The Contractor will inform the Contracting Officer if a subcontractor sues the Contractor and the suit puts at issue, in any way, the validity of this clause.

(6) The Contractor recognizes that compliance with the requirements of this clause are material to the Government's payment decisions for purposes of 31 U.S.C. 3729(b)(4).

(c) The Contractor must include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts at any tier, including those for commercial products and commercial services, except those where the place of delivery or performance is outside the United States.

(End of clause)

PRE-BID SITE VISIT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

CONSTRUCTION – REPLACE WAREHOUSE ROOF

PROJECT #: 636A8-26-003

Question #1 - Does the Superintendent need to be directly employed by the Prime Contractor?

Answer #1 – Yes, the Superintendent, the CQC Manager, and specialized personnel; refer to clause 52.236-6 and specification 01 45 00.

Question #2 - Must the Superintendent be on site at all times while work is commencing?

Answer #2 - Yes; the Superintendent, SSHO, and CQC Manager; refer to clause 52.236-6 and specifications 01 35 26 and 01 45 00.

Question #3 - Does the SSHO (Site Safety Health Officer) need to be directly employed by the Prime Contractor?

Answer #3 – Yes; refer to specification 01 35 26.

Question #4 - Must the SSHO be on site at all times while work is commencing?

Answer #4 – Yes; refer to specification 01 35 26.

Question #5 - Can the Superintendent & SSHO be a dual-hatted individual assuming that individual is qualified for both roles?

Answer #5 - No; refer to specification 01 35 26.

Question #6 - Are there any other mandatory on-site roles required in this contract?

Answer #6 – Yes, the CQC Manager, Alt CQC Manager (when applicable), and the Alt SSHO (when applicable). Refer to specifications 01 35 26 and 01 45 00.

NOTE- the specific education and experience requirements for CQC Manager, Alt CQC, SSHO, Alt SSHO, and Superintendent.

Question #7 - When does the VA expect the project to start following the award?

Answer #7 – NTP to be issued within 30-60 days after award.

Question #8 - Are there any concerns for Asbestos Containing Material or Lead in the areas being worked in?

Answer #8 – There is no evidence of the presence of asbestos containing material, lead, or hazardous materials within or near the project site.

Question #9 - Are there any ICRA requirements for this project?

Answer #9 – Yes; see amendment for ICRA form.

Question #10 - Is this contract Tax Exempt?

Answer #10 – No.

Question #11 - Please clarify what the mechanical and plumbing requirements are for the project. Site inspection indicates disconnecting and reattaching of mechanical equipment, but SOW does not define this scope.

Answer #11 – See specifications for details and requirement.

Question #12 - Please confirm if roof to be replaced is EPDM or TPO. Both types are noted in the specs.

Answer #12 – Specification has been updated. EPDM is the acceptable material.

Question #13 – Can a roof core be provided? If not, can the details be provided for the existing layers, insulation type, insulation thickness, slope/drainage, etc?

Answer #13 – A roof core will not be provided. Information such as existing layers, insulation type, insulation thickness, and slope/drainage must be field verified during construction. Bid accordingly.

Question #14 – Can we do a fully adhered seamless membrane that is a full 50 mil thick over existing membrane?

Answer #14 – No.

Question #15 – Do we do a tapered system? Is the decking sloped that it doesn’t need tapered?

Answer #15 – Roof is flat as stated in SOW. Refer to specifications 07 22 00.

Question #16 – Will the roof drains be replaced? The SOW states the roof drains are to be replaced, however the roof drains are reasonably believed to be cast into the existing concrete roof decks.

Answer #16 – Yes, roof drains are to be replaced. Only replacement/rework of drain flashings, clamping rings, strainers, and related roof tie-in components. Ensure compatibility with existing system. Casted roof drains will have to be verified on site.

Question #17 – Will new overflow drains be installed per local plumbing code?

Answer #17 – No, use International Plumbing Code.

Question #18 – What will crane access be? Will a crane be allowed to sit at the loading docks for more than a few hours at a time during the week instead of only on weekends?

Answer #18 – Space on VA station is limited; crane access will be discussed on an as-needed basis after award Question #19 – What kind of clearances will be needed for crane activity?

Answer #19 – Follow code.

Question #20 – What will be the rigging and crane certification requirements?

Answer #20 – Follow code.

Question #21 – Will debris be allowed to be stored on the roof once removed? With the crane plan on weekends only, this will be necessary.

Answer #21 – Per the ICRA form, all trash and debris in the work area is to be contained. Cleaning and disposal of trash will be performed daily.

Question #22 – Will a trash chute be allowed be hung on the South side of the larger building with a trash receptable dumpster set full-time next to the building?

Answer #22 – A trash chute is acceptable, but placement must be discussed and approved by the COR at the pre-construction conference so that daily hospital operations are not impeded.

Question #23 – Can the dock doors on the North side of the South side dock be shutdown at all?

Answer #23 – Can be discussed at pre-construction conference, but daily hospital operations must not be impeded.

Question #24 – Is the small roof on the Northwest side of the project included in this package? It appears to be included in the roof plan. Just need clarification.

Answer #24 – Refer to roof drawing included with the solicitation. White spaces with dimensions indicate where roofing is required. Refer to SOW for estimated square footage.

Question #25 – On the pit roof, the brick weeps sit approximately 8” above the existing roof field. Minimum roof flashing height for warranty will need to be 8” for all manufacturers. If the new roof assembly is thicker than the existing roofing assembly, these brick weeps will be covered up. Does the VA want the contractor to include masonry work to saw cut the brick wall to raise these weeps up?

Answer #25 – Weeps must match the roof height.

Question #26 – Will access be allowed through the VA hospital or will a separate stair scaffold need to be set up?

Answer #26 – Scaffolding will be required.

Question #27 – Will any infection control measures be necessary?

Answer #27 – Yes; See amendment for ICRA/PCRA forms.

Question #28 – What measures with the contractor need to take during vibrating activities? These are unavoidable during roof demolition.

Answer #28 – Refer to the SOW for expectation.

Question #29 – How will concrete roof deck repairs be addressed? Will replacement be done on a unit case basis?

Answer #29 – Replacement will be done on a unit case basis.

Question #30 – How will deteriorated wood blocking be addressed? Will replacement be done on a unit case basis?

Answer #30 – Replacement will be done on a unit case basis.

Question #31 – Will existing roofing system to be removed be required to be protected during construction?

Answer #31 – Yes; refer to specification Question #32 – What will be the minimum and/or average R-value required? The specifications say R33, while local building code and other areas of the hospital have been R30.

Answer #32 – Refer to specifications.

Question #33 – Will a substrate board be required at concrete roof deck? Typically a substrate board over concrete roof deck is not applicable for attachment of vapor barrier.

Answer #33 – Refer to specifications.

Question #34 – The specification states fleece-backed EPDM membrane, but states 60-mil membrane thickness. Is the intent to be fleece-backed EPDM membrane (115-mil thick total) or 60-mil smooth EPDM?

Answer #34 – Specification has been updated. Fabric backed EPDM thickness updated to 2.54 mm (100 mils).

Question #35 – Will the EPDM need to be Black or White?

Answer #35 – No preference.

Question #36 – There is a TPO specification section in the spec book. Is TPO an acceptable alternate to EPDM?

Answer #36 – Yes.

Question #37 – Is there a walkway layout for EPDM walk pads? How many linear feet allowance? Warranty will only require them at roof access points (doors, hatches, stairs, etc…) Answer #37 – No, there is not a layout for walk pads; refer to specifications.

Question #38 – Does the VA want to add a permanent safety guard rail on the leading edges of this building?

Answer #38 – No.

Question #39 – Are concrete pavers going to be required? None indicated on plans, but there are some indicated in specifications.

Answer #39 – Pavers will not be required. Refer to the revised specifications Question #40 – The solicitation states the May 7, 2026 site visit was the only opportunity to visit the site and that potential offerors, subcontractors, and suppliers were strongly encouraged to attend. Please confirm whether site visit attendance is mandatory for bid responsiveness, or whether a bidder may still submit a responsive bid if the bidder or its subcontractor did not attend.

Answer #40 – Site visit attendance is strongly encouraged. Failure to inspect the site does not provide grounds for a claim after award. Refer to clause 52.236-3.

Question #41 – The specifications appear to include both Section 07 53 23, Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Roofing, and Section 07 54 23, Thermoplastic Polyolefin Roofing. Please confirm which roofing membrane system is required for this project, or whether both systems are applicable to different roof areas.

Answer #41 – Specification has been updated. EPDM is the acceptable material.

Question #42 – The Statement of Work identifies approximately 9,500 square feet of flat roof, and the drawing includes areas marked “NO ROOFING IN THESE AREAS.” Please confirm that the 9,500 square feet applies only to the roof replacement areas and excludes all areas marked “NO ROOFING IN THESE AREAS.”

Answer #42 – Confirmed.

Question #43 – The Statement of Work says the project will replace the roof, drains, flashing, and metal coping. Please clarify whether “replace drains” means full replacement of roof drain bodies and connected storm drainage piping, or only replacement/rework of drain flashings, clamping rings, strainers, and related roof tie-in components.

Answer #43 – Only replacement/rework of drain flashings, clamping rings, strainers, and related roof tie-in components. Ensure compatibility with existing system.

Question #44 – The specifications require inspection of the roof deck and parapet/framing after removal, with unsuitable or damaged conditions to be reported to the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Should bidders include an allowance or unit price for concealed roof deck, parapet framing, blocking, or sheathing repairs, or will those items be handled by contract modification if discovered after demolition?

Answer #44 – Differing conditions will be followed and addressed IAW clause 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions.

Question #45 – The Statement of Work states that crane lifts must be scheduled on Saturdays and that high-noise, high-vibration, or disruptive work may need to occur before or after normal business hours. Please confirm that bidders should include all Saturday, weekend, and after-hours labor/equipment costs in the base bid.

Answer #45 – Bidders should include all Saturday, weekend, and after-hours labor/equipment costs in the base bid.

Question #46 – Section 07 01 50.19 states that hazardous materials are not expected in the existing roofing system and that known hazardous materials were removed before the start of work. Please confirm that asbestos, lead, or other hazardous material abatement is excluded from the base bid unless discovered during performance and directed by the Government.

Answer #46 – There is no evidence of the presence of asbestos containing material, lead, or hazardous materials within or near the project site.

Question #47 – The solicitation requires a bid guarantee and 100 percent performance and payment bonds. Please confirm whether any separate maintenance bond, extended warranty bond, or bond extension is required for the 10-year roofing manufacturer warranty.

Answer #47 – Refer to solicitation, clauses 52.228-2, 52.228-12, 52.228-15, and specification 01 00 00 - 1.13 for bond requirements.

Question #48 – Because the principal North American Industry Classification System code is 238160, Roofing Contractors, please confirm whether offerors should select “Special Trade Construction Contractors” on the Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation 852.219-75 Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting certificate.

Answer #48 – NAICS 238160 is considered a Special Trade.

Question #49 – The solicitation lists required bid submission documents, including the signed Standard Form 1442, amendment acknowledgments, price schedule, bid guarantee, System for Award Management representations and certifications, limitation-on-subcontracting certificate, arms-control treaty response, and joint venture documents if applicable. Please confirm that no separate technical narrative, subcontractor list, past performance package, project schedule, or key personnel package is required at bid opening unless requested later during responsibility review.

Answer #49 – Refer to the bid submission section of the solicitation. Refer to clause 52.222-11 for subcontracts. Refer to specification 01 32 16.15 for due dates pertaining to schedule.

Question #50 – The solicitation states the contractor must certify that persons listed in the contractor’s proposal have been checked against the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General exclusions database and are not listed. Please confirm whether a separate signed Office of Inspector General exclusion certification must be submitted with the bid, or whether this is required only after award / during performance.

Answer #50 – Must be submitted with the bid. During the performance of the contract, the contractor is prohibited from using any individual/business listed on the exclustion database, as stated in the solicitation.

Question #51 – Will the Government issue an amendment with site visit sign-in information, site visit notes, photographs, or answers to questions received by the deadline?

Answer #51 – An amendment, to include answers to submitted questions, the site visit attendance and agenda, PCRA/ICRA forms, revised specifications, and added clause will be posted before the deadline.

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS:

See attached document: S06_PCRA Form (2 pages).

See attached document: S06_ICRA Permit (1 page).

See attached document: P14 - Specifications Replace Warehouse Roof Rev 3 (321 pages).

See attached document: P07_Wage Determination IA20260068 05-18-2026 (5 pages).

See attached document: Site Visit Agenda and attendance sheet (2 pages).