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NSN 7540-01-152-8070 STANDARD FORM 30. (Rev. 10-83) Previous Edition unusable Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Page of Pages AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. Contract ID Code

2. AMENDMENT MODIFICATION NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (if applicable)

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

(x) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (NO., Street, Country, State and ZIP Code)

CODE FACILITY CODE

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.

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 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 OR 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 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 ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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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, 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)

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)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

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read "Install door with window and trim"

2. Scope of Work, para. 2.1.5(o), change to read: Install windows, Low E, High Impact, 41 5/8" wide x 39 5/16" tall.

Must meet local building codes for hurricane rated building. Louvers will need to be removed and framing installed to fit in opening."

C. The date and time for request of quotes is extended to 2:00 p.m., EDT, July 6, 2017.

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Questions and Responses for RFQ 1094543

GENERAL:

Question 1: Provide drawing with receptacles, data ports, etc.?

Response: All local, state, federal codes must be followed. Provide appropriate amount of receptacles per linear wall per code requirements. Light switches for each room at entrances and door openings. Room specific additional outlets and drops have been identified in each room section.

Question 2: Are there any new electrical panels needed?

Response: No

Question 3: Provide specs on all materials?

Response: See following sections for room specific questions. All materials used should comply with all local, state, federal requirements as well as established industry standards.

Question 4: Is there a fire alarm system? Need configuration.

Response: Yes, sensors will need to be installed/relocated to meet all appropriate local state and federal codes.

Question 5: Should there be fire strobes in every room?

Response: All appropriate local state and federal codes must be met.

Question 6: Should contractor propose own fire alarm plan?

Response: Yes, All appropriate local state and federal codes must be met.

Question 7: Have a concern about submission deadline and not being able to get subcontractors into the building in enough time to submit bid by Friday.

Response: The due date will be extended to July 6, 2017.

Question 8: Is there a payment and performance bond, or just a payment bond?

Response: Just payment bond.

RM-5, WAREHOUSE

Question 9: Disposal of Concrete pad?

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Response: Remnants will be used to fill in drain/trough on the north side of building; any extra will need to be removed from premises

Question 10: What size windows?

Response: Low E, High impact, 41 5/8" Wide x 39 5/16" tall, must meet local building codes for hurricane rated building. Louvers will need to be removed and framing installed to fit in opening.

Question 11: Are the pads integrated into concrete floor or poured on top of floor?

Response: EPA will need to provide verification

RM-1, ELECTRONICS LAB

NOTE: NOAA PREFERS THAT THIS ROOM BE COMPLETED IN IT’S ENTIRETY

FIRST

Question 12: What is the spec for epoxy floor?

Response: Must meet ADA requirements for slip resistance for floors, moderate to heavy foot and hand cart traffic. Quality shall be equal to or greater than ArmorSeal 1000HS EpoxyFloor Coating. Color to be finalized after award of contract.

Question 13: Ceiling heights?

Response: Generally 8 ft., however, ceiling height should be just below the height of the ceiling drains, can be coordinated onsite with EPA facility manager once contract is awarded.

Question 14: Question about lights: 2x2 or 2x4?

Response: LED lay in lights 2x2 and 2x4 depending on room layout. Follow local state federal codes/industry standards for lighting configurations.

Question 15: Have concerns about the 4-ft unsupported space in load bearing wall.

Response: EPA has had engineering review and does not need to be addressed by contractor.

Question 16: Specs on acoustic tiles?

Response: Quality shall be equal to or greater than USG Ceilings Alpine 2 ft. x 2 ft. Lay-in Ceiling Tile

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Question 17: Does the contractor have to clean everything?

Response: Yes, all surfaces will be cleaned prior to application of encapsulation, epoxy, and paint.

Question 18: Outlet for network cabinet?

Response: Install specific outlet for network cabinet in SE corner of room.

RM-3a, DIVE LOCKER

Question 19: Floor drain (not sink)?

Response: No drain, no sink, no plumbing.

Question 20: Epoxy floor?

Response: Must meet ADA requirements for slip resistance for floors, moderate to heavy foot and hand cart traffic. Quality shall be equal to or greater than ArmorSeal 1000HS EpoxyFloor Coating. Color to be finalized after award of contract.

Question 21: Electrical outlets?

Response: GFI Outlets/circuit. All appropriate local state and federal codes must be met for damp spaces.

Question 22: Fire sprinklers need adjustment or relocated?

Response: No. Ensure ceiling height is just above sprinkler heads.

RM-3, CUBES

Electrical and Network Drops are required above cubes located in the middle of the room; cubes along wall should have drops lower meeting minimum code height from floor to outlet. This is in addition to meeting standard electrical codes for number of outlets per linear foot of wall.

Question 23: Power/Network poles for center cubes?

Response: NOAA will have installed.

Question 24: Ceiling height?

Response: Generally 8 ft., however, ceiling height should be just below the height of the ceiling drains, can be coordinated onsite with EPA facility manager once bid is awarded.

Question 25: Sprinkler head adjustment?

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Response: Sprinkler heads need to be adjusted to point downward; can be coordinated onsite with EPA facility manager once contract is awarded. All appropriate local state and federal codes must be met.

Question 26: Carpet over top of plywood?

Response: Seal and epoxy, install carpet over epoxy. Carpet tiles must meet ADA requirements for slip resistance for floors, moderate to heavy foot and hand cart traffic. Contractor to supply carpet color pallet upon award of contract for selection by NOAA.

Question 27: Will cabinets stay?

Response: Yes.

Question 28: Outlets under cabinets on North wall?

Response: Electrical outlets stay; must ensure that power is established to each outlet.

Question 29: What is the spec for epoxy floor?

Response: Must meet ADA requirements for slip resistance for floors, moderate to heavy foot and hand cart traffic. Quality shall be equal to or greater than ArmorSeal 1000HS EpoxyFloor Coating. Color to be finalized after award of contract.

Question 30: Are sprinkler head locations and number adequate?

Response: Yes, however heads will need to be adjusted down and be below ceiling tiles. All appropriate local state and federal codes must be met.

RM-4, OFFICE/CONFERENCE ROOM

Question 31: Ceiling height?

Response: Generally 8 ft., however, ceiling height should be just below the height of the ceiling drains, can be coordinated onsite with EPA facility manager once bid is awarded. At lowest point of drain.

Question 32: Electrical outlets under cabinets?

Response: All electrical outlets will go except the ones with the cabinetry on the NW wall.

Question 33: Electrical outlets locations?

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Response: All local, state, federal codes must be followed. Appropriate amount of receptacles per linear wall per code requirements shall be provided. Light switches for each room at entrances and door openings.

Question 34: Specific outlets in conference room?

Response: Need electrical outlet approximately 6 ft. from floor and centered on west wall of conference room for monitor.

Question 35: What kind of walls?

Response: Metal stud with sheetrock walls installed per local state and federal building codes for interior walls

Question 36: Floor drain?

Response: Cap floor drain and level for installation of epoxy and carpet.

Question 37: Drain pipes exposed in conference room?

Response: Build out wall on S, SW wall to cover drain pipes.

Question 38: Can we tie into hot water line?

Response: No. Add under sink hot water heater.

Question 39: Sprinkler locations?

Response: Reconfiguration of sprinkler system may be necessary to ensure all appropriate local state and federal codes are met.

Question 40: New door in NE corner?

Response: Install new door with window in NE corner office. Door must meet local state and federal building codes for hurricane rated building. Window will be installed to cover most of the top half of door. Window must meet Low E, High impact, as well as all local, state and federal building codes for hurricane rated building.

Question 41: Specifications for cabinets and countertops?

Response: Include an allowance of $4,000 in your quote and selection will be made after the contract has been awarded.

OTHER

Question 42: Asbestos report?

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Response: Per EPA asbestos survey 2001 - Linoleum floor sheeting contain 20% chrysotile asbestos. Sheeting cannot be aerosolized by contractor. Carpet tiles to be installed after encapsulation.

Question 43: Will a list of Contractors in attendance sent out?

Response: See page 7.

Question 44: Is a bid bond required and if so, what percentage?

Response: Not required.

Question 45: Is there a required maintenance/warranty period and if so, how long?

Response: One year from date of acceptance (FAR 52.246-21)

Question 46: Are there liquidated damages and if so, how much?

Response: No

Question 47: Do you have a specific bond form we are required to use too?

Response: No.

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Descript: A. Several questions have been received as a result of the site visit held on June 20, 2017. Those questions and the Government's responses are provided in Attachment 1 to this amendment.

B. As a result of the questions and responses, the RFQ is amended as follows:

1. Scope of Work, para. 2.1.4(i), change to ...See Continuation Page

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