36C26326Q0415 0001.pdf

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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0001 05-14-2026

36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26326Q0415

05-04-2026

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** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: 05-21-2026 4:00 PM CDT

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The purpose of this amendment is to answer questions posed by potential vendors to this publication.

Please review the attached vendor questions documents. Additionally, Executive Order 14398 mandates FAR 52.222-90 be added to all solicitations and contracts.

Please read, sign, and return this amendment immediately to robert.bennett8@va.gov to remain eligible for consideration.

The due date for quotes is extended to 5/21/26 at 4:00 PM Central Time.

Cameron Rick Contracting Officer

Questions Concerning Solicitation:

36C26326Q0415 – Front End Loader

Hot Springs VA Medical Clinic

1. Question: What is the required delivery timeframe (ARO) for the front-end loader

A: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Mountain Time

2. Question: Are there any site access restrictions at the Hot Springs VAMC (gate hours, escort requirements, security clearance)?

A: No

3. Question: Will the VA provide a designated delivery/staging area and where is it located?

A: Building 30

4. Question: Is offloading equipment required by the vendor, or will the VA assist?

A: VA will assist

5. Question: Are there any delivery hour restrictions (e.g., weekdays only, specific time windows)?

A: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Mountain Time

6. Question: Will the equipment need to be assembled or commissioned onsite, or is delivery “ready-to-use” sufficient?

A: Ready to use.

7. Question: Is there a requirement for a pre-delivery inspection (PDI) with VA personnel upon arrival?

A: Yes, General Inspection

8. Question: Will the VA require temporary storage onsite if delivery occurs before training is complete?

A: Yes

9. Question: What level of training is expected—basic operator training only, or advanced maintenance/diagnostics as well?

A: Basic operator training

10. Question: Approximately how long for the hands-on training session (e.g., 1 hour, half-day, full-day)?

A: One hour should be sufficient.

11. Question: Will the two (2) VA staff trainees have prior experience operating similar equipment, or should training assume beginners?

A. Both have prior experience.

12. Question: Does the VA require formal training sign-off or certification documentation after completion?

A. Yes

13. Question: Should training include daily maintenance procedures and safety inspections, or strictly operational use?

A. Daily maintenance and safety inspections

14. Question: Does the VA require the training instructor to hold any specific certifications or manufacturer-authorized credentials?

A: No

15. Question: Upon delivery, can the contractor provide hands-on training on the same day as equipment delivery?

A: Yes

16. Question: Does the VA have any specific format requirements for the recorded training (file type, resolution, platform, etc.)?

A: Make save and replay on MP4 on Microsoft windows

17. Question: Should the training video include voice narration and step-by-step demonstrations, or is a general recording of the session sufficient?

A: General Recording

52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.

As prescribed in 22.2203, insert the following clause:

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.

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