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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:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning 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 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.

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

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

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

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

R10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBE

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The 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.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS 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 data, 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)

15C. DATE SIGNED

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

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

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6. ISSUED BY CODE

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

CODE

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

10/22/2021

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

Amendment 002 sets the due date for questions as Oct. 27, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. EST. All questions should be submitted to jenna.garcia@gsa.gov.

Additionally, the pre-proposal agenda and attendance sheet are attached. The due date for proposals remains unchanged at Nov. 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. EST.

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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INSTRUCTIONS (Back Page):

Instructions for items other than those that are self-explanatory, are as follows:

Item 1 (Contract ID Code). Insert the contract type identification code that appears in the title block of the contract being modified.

Item 3 (Effective date).

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

For a solicitation amendment, change order, or administrative change, the effective date shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change.

For a supplemental agreement, the effective date shall be the date agreed to by the contracting parties.

For a modification issued as an initial or confirming notice of termination for the convenience of the Government, the effective date and the modification number of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date and modification number of the initial notice.

For a modification converting a termination for default to a termination for the convenience of the Government, the effective date shall be the same as the effective date of the termination for default.

For a modification confirming the contracting officer's determination of the amount due in settlement of a contract termination, the effective date shall be the same as the effective date of the initial decision.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

Item 6 (Issued By). Insert the name and address of the issuing office. If applicable, insert the appropriate issuing office code in the code block.

Item 8 (Name and Address of Contractor). For modifications to a contract or order, enter the contractor's name, address, and code as shown in the original contract or order, unless changed by this or a previous modification.

Items 9, (Amendment of Solicitation Number - Dated), and 10, (Modification of Contract/Order Number - Dated). Check the appropriate box and in the corresponding blanks insert the number and date of the original solicitation, contract, or order.

Item 12 (Accounting and Appropriation Data).

When appropriate, indicate the impact of the modification on each affected accounting classification by inserting one of the following entries:

(2) Accounting classification Net decrease $

Include subject matter or short title of solicitation/contract where feasible.

Item 16B. The contracting officer's signature is not required on solicitation amendments. The contracting officer's signature is normally affixed last on supplemental agreements.

(i)

NOTE: If there are changes to multiple accounting classifications that cannot be placed in block 12, insert an asterisk and the words "See continuation sheet".

Item 13. Check the appropriate box to indicate the type of modification. Insert in the corresponding blank the authority under which the modification is issued. Check whether or not contractor must sign this document. (See FAR 43.103.)

Item 14 (Description of Amendment/Modification).

Organize amendments or modifications under the appropriate Uniform Contract Format (UCF) section headings from the applicable solicitation or contract. The UCF table of contents, however, shall not be set forth in this document.

Indicate the impact of the modification on the overall total contract price by inserting one of the following entries:

(i) Total contract price increased by $

(ii) Total contract price decreased by $

(iii) Total contract price unchanged.

State reason for modification.

When removing, reinstating, or adding funds, identify the contract items and accounting classifications.

(g)

(h)

When the SF 30 is used to reflect a determination by the contracting officer of the amount due in settlement of a contract terminated for the convenience of the Government, the entry in Item 14 of the modification may be limited to --

(i) A reference to the letter determination; and

(ii) A statement of the net amount determined to be due in settlement of the contract.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) BACK

(1) Accounting classification Net increase $

PREPROPOSAL CONFERENCE 47PF0021R0106

October 22, 2021 at 10:00 am, EST Landscaping and Related Services Walter Rice Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, Dayton, OH Federal Parking Lot, Dayton, OH National Archives & Records Center, Moraine, OH

NOTICE: Any remarks or explanations provided during this conference or consequent building tour shall not qualify the terms and conditions of the solicitation. The terms and conditions remain unchanged unless the solicitation is amended in writing. In the event the discussion or questions raised during this conference indicate a need to modify the solicitation, an amendment will be issued.

SCHEDULE FOR MEETING: We will begin with going over this agenda and the included information. Questions are welcome at the end. Site visits are not included with this meeting.

SITE VISITS: Visits to all three locations will immediately follow this pre-proposal. Additional site visits may be scheduled at the discretion of the property manager, but are not guaranteed. The property manager’s contact information is below:

Anthony Ezerski

Phone: (614)-214-4164

Email: anthony.ezerski@gsa.gov

GENERAL: This is a firm fixed-price contract for Landscaping and Related Services at three locations (Walter Rice Federal

Building and United States Courthouse, Dayton, OH; Federal Parking Lot, Dayton, OH, and National Archives & Records

Center, Moraine, OH), and it has the possibility of lasting five and a half years (a one year base period and a possible four option periods, plus a 6 month extension). The contract price may be adjusted yearly and at each option period per the

FLSA (actual increase or decrease in wages and fringe benefits as a result of a revised wage determination or collective bargaining agreement). This is a negotiated procurement and not sealed-bid. Thus, there will be no public opening of the proposals and no “bid abstract” will be made available. Offerors should not call at the time of closing asking about results of the award. All offerors will be notified regarding the status of their proposal and any resulting award.

The contract is expected to begin on or about April 1, 2022 for a base period of 12 months, ending on March 31, 2023.

Although this contract is for landscaping services, it is for all 12 months due to the requirement of care for interior plants

(C.1.3.g).

Offerors are cautioned to carefully read the entire request for proposal package in order to be fully aware of all requirements, provision and clauses. Offerors are encouraged to visit the building and become familiar with existing conditions, examine all quote documents relating to this work, and become fully informed as to the extent and character of the work required. Offerors shall determine any conditions that affect the work and make a thorough site investigation before submitting a quote. Submittal of a quote shall be evidence the offeror has complied with all of the foregoing. NO ALLOWANCES WILL BE MADE FOR FAILURE TO AVAIL ONESELF OF SUCH

INFORMATION.

Please note FAR 52.223-99 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors is included in this RFP.

U.S. General Services Administration mailto:anthony.ezerski@gsa.gov

BONDS & INSURANCE: A bid bond is not required and a performance bond will not be required after award. Proof of insurance will be required.

SCOPE OF WORK: The contractor shall provide the management, supervision, labor, materials, supplies, etc., to perform the Landscaping Services required by this contract. The contractor shall plan, schedule, coordinate and ensure effective and economical completion of all work and services specified in this contract.

These specifications are a statement of the minimum level of work and services that are to be provided in certain areas under this contract. They are not intended to be, nor shall they be construed as, limiting specifications or requirements.

QUALITY CONTROL PLAN: A complete quality control plan must be submitted with your proposal and approved prior to award (see Section L, and Section M, M4.)

QUALITY ASSURANCE/EVALUATING CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE: The Government will conduct inspections to assess the quality of the contractor’s performance and effectiveness of their quality control. All written inspections will be shared with the contractor. Please note the following section in Exhibit 4 Quality Assurance Surveillance

Plan:

The contractor will have 2 business days following the receipt of a GSA Landscaping Inspection Form to identify any corrective/follow-up actions.

EVALUATION FACTORS:

(1) Past Performance (complete Past Performance Reference for relevant contracts)

(2) Total Evaluated Price (see Section M, M3, total evaluated price)

SUBMISSION OF Proposals: Complete proposal documents shall be submitted in the following order:

1. One originally signed SF33 with completed Section B.

2. Signed acknowledgement of any amendments issued.

3. Past performance reference form for no less than 3 but no more than 5 references. 1 copy for each reference.

4. Quality Control Plan.

5. Completed Representations and Certifications as needed – FAR 52.204-24.

Please be sure to review Section L.7 Offeror’s Checklist prior to submission of proposals.

Proposals will be due November 8, 2021 by 2:00 pm (EST) to Jenna Garcia at jenna.garcia@gsa.gov.

See Notice Page of the RFP package for any additional submission information.

*Note: To date 1 Amendment has been issued and is available on sam.gov

RFP 47PF0021R0106

Landscaping and Related Services

Walter Rice Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse, Dayton, OH

Federal Parking Lot, Dayton, OH

National Archives & Records Center, Moraine, OH

PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE SHEET

Name Agency Email

Jenna Garcia GSA Jenna.garcia@gsa.gov

Anthony Ezerski GSA Anthony.ezerski@gsa.gov

Sean Morgan GSA Sean.morgan@gsa.gov

Asia Lewis Lewis and Robuck Services, LLC landrrllc@gmail.com

Myron Wheeler Groundskeeper Landscape Group mwheeler@groundskeeper.us

Coastal Lewis Lewis and Robuck Services, LLC

Landrrllc@gmail.com

Brent Grolnic Grunder Landscaping Brent.grolnic@grunderlandscaping.com mailto:Jenna.garcia@gsa.gov mailto:Anthony.ezerski@gsa.gov mailto:Sean.morgan@gsa.gov mailto:landrrllc@gmail.com mailto:mwheeler@groundskeeper.us mailto:Landrrllc@gmail.com mailto:Brent.grolnic@grunderlandscaping.com