AMENDMENT SF30 0002 19TU1525Q3003_SBsigned.pdf

SBU - CONTRACTING AND ACQUISITIONS

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

03/03/2025

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

PR12850805

5. PROJECT NO.

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

Department of State American Embassy, Cukurambar, 1480 Sokak No 1 Çankaya, Ankara, Turkey

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (street,city,county,State)

ALL PROSPECTIVE OFFERORS

9a. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

19TU1525Q3003

9b. DATED 01/29/2025

10a. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT NO.

10b. DATED

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

[ X ] The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers [ ] is extended to …….. [ X ] 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, 15, addendum to solicitation and returning __1__ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or telegram 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter 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 APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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.

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, [ X ] is required to sign this document and return _1__ copies to the issuing office.

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

The purpose of this amendment is to incorporate two actions for the following solicitation.

- Confirm by certification that contractor is not in violation with Executive Order 14173 Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity; and

- Incorporate the provision Certification Regarding Compliance with applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws in Section G of the solicitation.

- Section 1, Item 2.0 Pricing, Line Item 1 of the Price tables: The following change applies to the price tables for the Base

Period (2.2), First Option Year (2.3), Second Option Year (2.4), Third Option Year (2.5), and Fourth Option Year (2.6):

For the Embassy Compound (estimated total 28,545 sqm, including 3 courtyards) under this contract.

- Enact the following changes to the items under Continuation to SF-1449, 1. Performance Work Statement:

- 1.3.2. Schedules: The Contractor shall maintain work schedules. The schedules shall take into consideration the hours that the staff can effectively perform their services without placing a burden on the security personnel of the Post. The Contractor shall deliver standard services between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. For those items other than routine daily services, the Contractor shall provide the COR with a detailed plan as to the personnel to be used and the time frame to perform the service. This plan shall be submitted prior to the commencement of work and updated periodically.

- 1.3.4. Technical Guidance: The Contractor shall have the services of a trained horticulturist with experience in the climate and soil conditions found locally to give technical guidance to the Contractor's work force and to develop and guide the Contractor's programs for lawn and tree care. The related report should be submitted to the U.S. government.

- 1.4.4. Weeding: The Contractor shall weed the grounds and gardens on a continuous basis to prevent the growth of weeds into lawn and landscapes. The Contractor may use weed-killing chemicals to prevent the growth of weeds to eliminate grass and weeds in the cracks and joints within or along sidewalks and curbs. The Contractor shall obtain approval of the COR for all applications of weed killers. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) should be submitted to the Health and Safety Officer and approved by them prior to the commencement of work.

- 1.8.2. Garbage Pickup: The contractor shall collect and dispose of garbage at the municipal dump on a daily basis. The waste collected from the garden (including pruning waste, leaves, branches, mowed grass, etc.) shall not be disposed of in the municipal dumpster. The contractor is responsible for the removal and proper disposal of these garden wastes from the area.

- 1.11.1. Pest and Disease Management: The Contractor shall maintain a program for controlling pests and plant disease so as to maintain flowers, shrubs, vines, trees and other planted areas in a healthy and vigorous condition. The Contractor shall obtain approval of the COR for all pesticides. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) should be submitted to the Health and Safety Officer and approved by them prior to the commencement of work.

- 1.11.2. The contractor shall place necessary warning signs in both Turkish and English.

- 1.11.3. Pest and Disease Control Plan: The Contractor shall present a plan for pest and disease control as a part of its

Grounds Maintenance Plan.

- 1.13.1. Snow Removal Preparation: Beginning each November, the contractor shall supply and place the required equipment and materials, including salt, in designated areas for distribution to work sites, as directed by the COR. The contractor is responsible for providing salt and deicing solutions for snow removal and the prevention of icing on both vehicle and pedestrian pathways. The deicing solution must contain 40%-50% potassium acetate. All salt and deicing solutions must receive prior approval from the COR and APOSHO.

- 1.14.1. The contractor must perform gutter cleaning at least once every two months during the summer and spring, once a month during the fall/autumn, and as needed during the winter at both the Chief of Mission Residence (CMR) and the Deputy Chief of Mission Residence (DCMR). The contractor may increase these frequencies if necessary due to weather conditions.

- 1.14.2. Access to Roof: The contractor shall use a ladder to access the roof and ensure the ladder is not leaned against downspouts or gutters to prevent any potential damage. The CMR roof is also accessible from inside the building. For DCMR, the contractor shall provide a mobile crane. The contractor must ensure and implement all necessary safety precautions for working at heights or on the roof.

- 1.16.3. Crop and Seed Selection: The contractor shall prioritize vegetable and herb varieties requested by the COR.

Expert guidance shall be provided to ensure the selection of appropriate crop and plant varieties suited to the garden's conditions. Under no circumstances shall genetically modified organisms (GMOs) be planted. Additionally, a designated section of the garden shall be reserved for growing flowers, with the contractor accommodating any special flower requests made by the Ambassador and their family.

- 1.16.6. Routine Work Schedule: The contractor shall perform the following tasks, which include but not limited to:

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. No other changes to the solicitation document is enacted.

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

16A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

Sean T. Buckley

15B. NAME OF CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C.DATE SIGNED

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

16C.DATE SIGNED

3/4/2025

X Sean Buckley Sean Buckley Contracting Officer Signed by: Sean T Buckley

Offerors must complete, sign, and date the certification statement below and return it along with their proposal.

ADDENDUM TO SOLICITATION

19TU15-25-Q-3001

CERTIFICATION REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL ANTI-DISCRIMINATION LAW

All Department of State contractors must certify that they do not operate any programs promoting DEI that violate any applicable anti-discrimination laws and agree that such certification is material for purposes of the government’s payment decision and therefore subject to the False Claims Act. See 31 U.S.C. 3729(b)(4).

DIRECTIONS FOR CONTRACTORS and/or OFFERORS

1.Read the entire certification provided below.

2.After you have read the provisions, please check the appropriate boxes.

3.Upon completion of Step 2, fill out the representation below. NOTE: This certification is made by a person with the authority to bind the contractor or offeror.

4.Return completed form to the Contracting Officer/POC shown in the e-mail.

CERTIFICATION:

The Contractor or prospective offeror certifies they:

☐ are in compliance in all respects with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws is material to the government’s payment decisions for purposes of section 31 USC 3729(b)(4) (False Claims Act); and

☐ do not operate any programs promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that violate any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws.

Contractor or Offeror Name (Printed or Typed): ___________________________________________

Authorized Representative Name and Title: ______________________________________________

Authorized Representative Signature and Date: ___________________________________________

Solicitation or Number: _19TU1525Q3003________________________________________