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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 8

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

12/16/2024

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

36C786CODE

NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (786)

NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN

DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS-CENTRAL CO

5105 RUSSELL RD

QUANTICO, VA 22134

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

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

36C78624R50297

CODE FACILITY CODE

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

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

11/27/2024

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 __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 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.)

Solicitation for grounds maintenance services at the Bakersfield National Cemetery. Purpose of amendment 0002 is to publish answers to vendors' questions and the vendor site visit sign-in sheet. The deadline for offers remains unchanged, which is 12/26/24.

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) Ralph Crum

(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

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

Previous edition unusable

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV.

11/2016) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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Table of Contents

Section Description Page Number

4 Solicitation Provisions 2 - 36C78625R50297 00002 Answers.pdf 3 - BNC GMC SITE VISIT SIGNING LOG Dec 3-24

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36C78625R50297 00002 Answers to Vendors’ Ques ons

1) 5.2.2.2 Gravesite Surfacing Maintenance (Water‐Wise Burial Sections)

5.2.2.2.1 Water‐wise burial sections shall be maintained in a manner such that the crushed aggregate surfacing (i.e., decomposed granite) is firmly compacted, with no dips, ruts, washouts, or other noticeable surface variations that detract from a uniform appearance.

QUESTION: What is the name of the Decomposed Granite and the current supplier.

Answer: Please see Solicitation page 36.

2) 5.2.2.2.11 The Contractor shall apply and mix a stabilizer with decomposed granite to areas subjected to extreme wear or erosion. Install per stabilizer manufacturer’s printed instructions. Compact mixture to 92 to 95 percent maximum dry density per ASTM D‐1557.

QUESTION: What sections would require the use of stabilizer mixed with decomposed granite?

Answer: All sections, please see Solicitation page 101. Technical Exhibit 6

3) 5.3.1.10 Seeding Wildflowers

5.3.1.10.1 Seed areas designated for wildflowers, in early spring (late February/early March) to coincide with annual rainfall as directed by the COR. Do not sow seed when weather conditions are unfavorable, such as during drought, heavy rain or high winds.

QUESTION: Can you identify areas designated for wildflowers (Locations and square footage)

Answer: Please see Solicitation page 98. Technical Exhibit 4.

4) 5.3.1.12 Organic Mulch

5.3.1.12.1 Two times per year, apply a 3‐inch‐deep layer of Contractor‐provided, COR‐ approved mulch material to planting beds, tree mulch rings, and open earth areas. Mulch material must be aesthetically pleasing, redwood or fir bark, dark brown, free of any weeds or pests, similar in color and texture to the existing mulch, and shall be approved by the COR prior to installation. Mulch shall not be a chipped wood product and shall not contain dyes or other colorants.

QUESTION: What is the size and name of current organic mulch?

5) 5.3.1.13 Inorganic Mulch

5.3.1.13.3 Supplement with matching mulch when directed by the COR.

QUESTION: What is the name of the tan gravel being used in the flower beds? How many different types of gravel are being used? Please list names and sizes if possible.

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6) 5.4.2.2 Irrigation System Scheduled Maintenance /Irrigation Pump Station

5.4.2.2.1 Pump service technician must be certified by the pump station manufacturer or have a minimum of 5 years’ experience servicing pumps by the pump station manufacturer. Prior to initiation of contract, provide copies of documents and or certificates showing technicians meet this requirement to the COR.

QUESTION: We did not see the pump equipment during site visit. Can you provide pump types and sizes? Maybe even a pic of the pump equipment?

Answer: Please see Solicitation page 99. Technical Exhibit 4.

7) Question. CLIN 0010‐ The type of marker changes from uprights in base year to CLIN10010 flat markers in options 1,2,3,4. Is this correct? Bakersfield does not have flat markers.

Answer: That is a typographical error. Bakersfield does not have flat markers. This will be removed.

8) CLIN 0002‐Do you want us to seed for wildflowers? It is expensive and is dependent on rain conditions at the time of seeding. We can’t be responsible if flowers do not bloom, as the birds eat the seed.

Answer: Please reference Section 5.3.1.10 Seeding wildflowers, Solicitation page 61. We understand that we can’t control if birds eat the seeds.

9) CLIN 0010‐ The type of marker changes from uprights in base year to CLIN 10010 flat markers in options 1,2,3,4. Is this correct? Bakersfield does not have flat markers.

Answer: Bakersfield does not have flat markers. CLIN 0010 Base year is correct: Headstone Setting and Disposal‐Upright (New and Replacement). Solicitation Page 8. Option years for CLIN 10010 Solicitation page 12, CLIN 20010 Solicitation page 16, CLIN 30010 Solicitation page 20, and CLIN 40010 Solicitation page 24 description will have to be corrected to indicate: Headstone Setting and Disposal‐Upright (New and Replacement).

10) CLIN 10011‐ Niche covers are not in base year, but are in all option years, do you need pricing for these?

Answer: CLIN 10011 Solicitation page 12, CLIN 20011 Solicitation page 16, CLIN 30011 Solicitation page 20, CLIN 40011 Solicitation page 23: Description needs to be changed/corrected to: Raise and Re‐ Align‐ Upright Headstones. Niche Covers are not contractor responsibility.

11) CLIN 0012 Base year and all option years ask for pricing for 2,000 memorial markers. Our experience is approximately less than 10 per year. Pricing 2,000 will overinflate the total cost of the contract. Do you need pricing for 2,000?

Answer: CLIN 0012 Solicitation page 12 description needs to be changed /corrected to: Headstone Fine‐ Tuned Alignments. Bakersfield does not have markers. Yes, we need pricing for all 2,000 which is a maximum estimate (quantity ceiling post award).

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12) Question. Is there an incumbent? If so, can you provide their name, contract number, and the contract value?

Answer: Dial Engineering; 36C78623D50334 (one year IDIQ plus extensions); $2,231,906.00.

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