36C78626Q50221 0001 Vendor Q and A.pdf

Document Number: 36C78626Q50221 Page 1 of 3

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 3

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

07/23/2026

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

36C786CODE

NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (786)

NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMINISTRATION

DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

18434 JOPLIN RD.

TRIANGLE, VA 22172

6. ISSUED BY CODE7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

36C78626Q50221

CODE FACILITY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, country, state and ZIP Code) (X)

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

07/06/2026

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER

NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X XThe above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, is not extended, 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: (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 RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment your 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.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

ORDER NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return _______ copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

Posting Answers to vendor questions and extend the due date.

CLOSING DATE/TIME:

07/29/2026 - 08:00 Atlantic/Reykjavik

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 (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED

By (Signature of Contracting Officer)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 16C. DATE SIGNED

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Vendor 1

1. What is the required frequency of service for the generator maintenance (annual, monthly, quarterly, etc.)? The SOW specifies annual routine maintenance for each generator unit. There is no mention of monthly or quarterly services.

2. For the load bank testing requirement, what is the expected duration of the test (for example, 2 hours, 4 hours, or another duration)? The SOW requires staged loading at 25%, 50%, and 75% capacity per NFPA 110. The exact duration is not specified, but the test must be conducted under the building’s optimal conditions and follow NFPA 110 standards.

Typically, NFPA 110 recommends a minimum two-hour test, but contractors should follow the OEM and NFPA guidance.

3. Regarding Section D, could you please confirm whether this requirement refers to the Emergency Power Supply System (EPSS) testing as outlined in NFPA standards?

Specifically, we would like to confirm if the intent is to test the system’s ability to transfer the load from normal power supply to emergency generator power through the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), and evaluate the transfer performance. The requirement is to annually exercise transfer and distribution breakers to verify mechanical reliability and safety functions per NFPA 110. This includes testing the system’s ability to transfer the load from normal power supply to emergency generator power through the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and evaluating transfer performance.

Vendor 2

1. We are performing independent research on the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (36C78626Q50221). We would like to know if this is a brand-new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number and what the total contract value was? New contract

2. Can we ask how many maintenances services are required for this solicitation? Based on the OEM, typical for these brands are 4x per year. The SOW requires one routine maintenance service per generator per year.

3. For the repair services, how will the contractor bill this service? Repairs beyond the scope of preventive maintenance are not included in the annual firm-fixed price. They will be handled as separate negotiated modification items under the Changes Clause, requiring approval and funding before any work commences.

Vendor 3

1. Can the Government confirm the fuel type for both generators? The PWS references DCA testing and fuel analysis, but does not expressly state the fuel type. Diesel

2. Can the Government provide the engine make/model and current hour-meter readings for the Generac SD200, Serial 3012108038, (NFPXL08.7TR3, F2CE9685A*E ,163.6 hours) and Generac SD250, Serial 3012108036? (NFPXL08.7TR3, F2CE9685A*E, 180.3 hours)

3. Are there any known current deficiencies, alarms, leaks, battery issues, fuel issues, coolant issues, or prior failed tests on either generator? No

4. Are prior maintenance records, fuel sample reports, oil/coolant sample reports, or load-bank test reports available for review? No