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5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

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6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

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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

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

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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) 12-09-2020 657A5-19-903 36C776 Joshua Slapnicker Department of Veterans Affairs Program Contracting Activity Central 6150 Oak Tree Blvd, Suite 300 Independence

OH

44131 00076 Department of Veterans Affairs Program Contracting Activity Central 6150 Oak Tree Blvd, Suite 300 Independence

OH

44131 To all Offerors/Bidders

36E77621B0001 12-09-2020

X X X

X The purpose of this amendment is to provide all potential offerors the relevant site visit information.

COVID-19 entry procedures are included in the memorandum

Andrea Fink Department of MEMORANDUM Veterans Affairs

Purpose: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC) is issuing this amendment to schedule a site visit to conduct a walkthrough on the project to Modernize Elevators 1 - 4 at the VAMC at Marion, IL.

Location: 2401 W. Main St Marion, IL 62959

Date and Time: December 16, 2020 1000 – 1100

Point of Contact: Joshua Clay; office (618) 997-5311 ext. 59047 or cell (618) 922-5418 COVID-19 Procedures:

This information pertains to anyone that enters VA bldgs. which are subject for COVID19 screening.

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations applicable to its performance under this contract.

1. It is the responsibility of the contractor to make sure all employees who are sick remain at home until fully recovered.

1. All personnel shall wear a covering over their mouth and nose.

1. Screening Requirement: All staff, Veteran patients, and visitors will be screened at points of entry across our campuses (Level 1), beginning with simple questions about possible symptoms and recent travel. Those presenting with symptoms or who meet other criteria will be given guidance on next steps by the Level 1 screening personnel. Any personnel that fail Level 1 screening have the option of returning home or going to Level 2 screening for further evaluation. Those who have no symptoms or who do not meet the other criteria will be provided a wristband and granted entry. Personnel are required to wear wristbands in a visible location. Personnel without a wristband will be sent back to Level 1 screening.

1. All personnel entering the Marion VA shall be verbally screened (Level 1) near the entrance. Other locations may open up during the day.

1. Any personnel entering the VA will be subject to Covid-19 testing and vaccination requirements when developed.

1. Practice social distancing. Maintain 6’ distance from other personnel and refrain from shaking hands.

Personnel that refuse to comply with these procedures will be denied entry. Below are frequently asked questions regarding the procedures:

Q: Are contractors subject to COVID-19 screening?

A: Yes. Contractors should be treated in the same manner with respect to screening as VA employees and visitors to VA facilities. Screening procedures may vary from location to location.

Q: What if a contractor refuses screening upon entry to a Federal facility?

A: If a contractor refuses screening, they can be denied access to the facility. 38 C.F.R. § 1.218(a)(1) vests the Secretary or his designee with authority to close facilities or portions of facilities that are under the charge and control of VA to the public. This includes the authority to prohibit contractors from entering VA facilities, if they refuse to undergo screening measures. Additionally, FAR 52.212-4(q) requires contractors to comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations applicable to its performance under contracts for commercial services and supplies. Also see these FAQs under the "Stop Work" topic for guidance regarding non-performance.

Q: What if a contractor agrees to screening and tests positive?

A: The CDC states that employees, including contractors, with symptoms of influenza-like illness at work during a pandemic should leave the workplace. The CDC provides guidance for the workplace which OMB references in their COVID-19 guidance. The CDC recommends that employees who appear to have acute respiratory illness symptoms (i.e. cough, shortness of breath) upon arrival to work, or become sick during the day, should be sent home immediately. Additionally, if the employee is asymptomatic but tests positive, the employee should be sent home immediately. The responsible Contracting Officer should be notified to work the proper contractual actions (i.e., consider whether a stop work order should be issued to the contractor).

Summary: The site visit has been scheduled under advisement from the COR. All responsible parties are requested to attend. Please note, that due to the ongoing novel coronavirus there are additional requirements for the visiting contractors. The contractors will be required to bring and wear their own mask and the contractors will be screened before entering the buildings. A record of the e-mails have been kept and filed into the project briefcase.

Andrea Fink Contracting Officer

VHA-PCAC

Prepared by Contract Specialist, Joshua Slapnicker End of Document