RFQ 36C25722Q0931 Combined Heat and Power System Maintenance.pdf

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17a. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR CODE FACILITY CODE 18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE

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17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW IS CHECKED

SEE ADDENDUM

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ITEM NO. SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED.

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30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

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7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

STANDARD FORM 1449

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

674-22-3-5065-1706

36C25722Q0931 08-22-2022

Joseph A. Leyte 210-694-6315 09-02-2022

12PM CDT

36C257 Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17

5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302 San Antonio TX 78240

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221330

$16.5 Million

N/A

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26C674

Department of Veterans Affairs Doris Miller VA Medical Center

4800 Memorial Drive Waco TX 76711-1329

36C257

Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17

5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302 San Antonio TX 78240

This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at:

http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices.

(877) 353-9791 (512) 460-5540

See CONTINUATION Page

Combined Heat and Power (CHP) System Maintenance

See Cost/Price Schedule and Statement of Work for details.

See Addendum to Instructions to offerors for site visit and other important submission requirements.

See CONTINUATION Page

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X 1 http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp

36C25722Q0931

Table of Contents

SECTION A

A.1 SF 1449 SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

STATEMENT OF WORK

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

C.2 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT

STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY 2022) (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION)

C.3 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

C.4 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000) ... 19

C.5 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY

2014)

C.6 52.223-99 ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR

FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021) (DEVIATION)

C.7 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

C.8 VAAR 852.212-70 PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES APPLICABLE TO VA

ACQUISITION OF COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2020)

C.9 VAAR 852.219-74 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—MONITORING AND

COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018)

C.10 VAAR 852.219-77 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (SEP 2021)

(DEVIATION)

C.11 VAAR 852.242-71 ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTING OFFICER (OCT 2020) . 24

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB

1998)

E.2 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS

AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

E.3 52.209-7 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (OCT 2018)

ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL

ITEMS

BASIS FOR AWARD

E.4 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS—

COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY 2022) (JUL 2020)

(DEVIATION)

E.5 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

1. Contract Administration: All contract administration matters will be handled by the following individuals:

a. CONTRACTOR:

b. GOVERNMENT: 36C257

Joseph A. Leyte Contracting Officer

Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17 5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302

San Antonio TX 78240 210-694-6315

Joseph.Leyte@va.gov

2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management.

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted monthly in arrears:

4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS: The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the Solicitation numbered and dated as follows:

AMENDMENT NO DATE

mailto:Joseph.Leyte@va.gov

STATEMENT OF WORK

System Overview The CHP plant in Waco, TX has been nonoperational for about a year. The VA does not have experienced operators to sustain the running of the plant. A lot of repairs have been made in the past two years to the gas compressor, air compressor, controls, and the diverter at different instances to get the plant operational.

It is the intent of the VA to bring back the CHP online and run the 1.5 MW Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system at the Waco Medical Center, TX. The system has been idling for more than a year. The VA wants to have a periodic and emergency maintenance on the entire CHP system. The CHP is comprised of 5 major components:

1. 1.5 MW Kawasaki Gas Turbine Machine

2. 24,000 lbs/Hr, Heat Recovery Steam Generation (HRSG) unit – a Steam Boiler, by Hays Cleveland

3. Natural Gas Compressor – Enerflex (Parker)

4. (2) Air Compressors - Atlas Copco air compressors

5. Controls

Definitions –

1. Wearable part – Wearable parts are parts that are designed to wear under normal operation.

2. Nonwearable part – Nonwearable parts are effectively parts that are designed to last for the life of the machine.

A) Statement of Work

• In order to restart the CHP, run and sustain it, the contractor shall troubleshoot the CHP’s major system components to determine why the CHP system would not start manually or automatically after shutdown.

The contractor shall troubleshoot all major components of the CHP system, like the turbine generator, natural gas compressor, air compressor, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), the duct burners, controls, heat diverter mechanism to determine any faulty part(s).

• The HRSG shall be drained of water, cleaned of debris, slug or rust. The turbine’s Intake air filters and oil filters shall all be replaced. The contractor shall fix any part or reprogram any controls to ensure the CHP system is ready to startup manually or when set to auto, starts, and runs.

• The contractor shall provide all labor, materials (to include all oil, air and fuel filters, and all other wearable items) and fluids needed to top-off levels (i.e., antifreeze, oils, battery fluid, etc.) and equipment necessary for full preventive maintenance program to maintain the CHP and associated systems/equipment. Any charges for materials such as lubricants, fluids, cleaning supplies, wearable parts, services, manuals, tools, or software required for the Contractor to successfully complete schedule installation shall be provided by the Contractor and are included within this contract’s agreed upon price.

• All “non-wearable” parts which require replacement shall be invoiced against the Not-to-Exceed (NTE) Line Item within the contract schedule. The NTE amount is estimated and may increase/decrease as required.

Prior performing work against this NTE line item, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR.

• Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officers Representative, IN WRITING, of the existence or the development of any defects in, or repairs required to the CHP system components which the Contractor is not responsible for under the terms of the contract. The contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR. Invoicing for this work shall be made against the NTE line item.

• If deficiencies are discovered during a preventive maintenance service visit that necessitate repair/replacement of system components, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR. Invoicing for this work shall be made against the NTE line item.

• The contractor shall familiarize boiler operators and maintenance personnel with starting/stopping the unit and appropriate regular equipment checks.

Onsite Operational Support

1. The contractor shall provide onsite technical assistance 2 Days Per Week to maintain operation of the CHP Plant Equipment

2. Onsite technician shall perform initial assessment of equipment’s current operating condition and shall provide recommendations for CHP equipment repairs and/or upgrades as needed.

3. Contractor’s onsite technicians shall perform O&M services to maintain continuous operation of the CHP plant during their scheduled visits.

4. Onsite technical support shall be provided from 8:00am to 4:30 PM Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays. When a scheduled visit day is a federal holiday, the visit shall be moved to the next business day.

5. 4 Hours/Week of Emergency Response Services shall be cumulative and credited to the VA if not used.

B) 24X7 Remote Monitoring of CHP Equipment

1. Monitor Start Stop status for Boiler

2. Monitor Start Stop status for Frick Skid

3. Monitor Start Stop status Qty (2) Air Compressors

4. Monitor Gas valve to Turbine

5. Monitor Air Pressure

C) Natural Gas Compressor PMs: Operational & Annual Comprehensive Maintenance

1. Lock out tag out as required

2. Arrive on-site and check in with VA personnel

3. Perform Safety inspection of compressor area

4. Visually inspect unit for any abnormal conditions

5. Run unit and verify pressure readings on compressor unit

6. Verify output of natural gas pressures

7. Visually inspect panel

8. Review event log for outstanding issues

6. Consult with VA personnel to determine if any adverse conditions exist

7. Check and inspect unit for gas charge

8. Tighten all electrical connections

9. Check unit for leaks

10. Clean unit as needed, change oil/air filters

11. Perform vibration testing on compressor

12. Run unit as needed to ensure proper operation

13. Provide written report of findings

D) HRSG PMs: Operational & Annual Comprehensive Maintenance

1. Lock out tag out

2. Isolate Boiler from System

3. Drain System

4. Open manhole covers for internal inspection

5. Clean out any scale, soot accumulation on firebox and water box side of boiler

6. Replace gaskets on manhole covers

7. Open water column and check water level controller

8. Drain and inspect all drain and vent lines

9. Calibrate and inspect damper controls for hot gas off of turbine

10. Verify correct operation

11. Send relief valves off for testing and calibration (per government guidelines)

12. Re-fill boiler and check for leaks

13. Ensure HRSG feed water is treated

14. Maintain condensate return system

E) Air Compressor PMs: Operational & Annual Comprehensive Maintenance

1. Lockout Tag Out

2. Visually inspect unit

3. Isolate each compressor from main air

4. Change all filters (oil, water and air) on air compressors and Air Dryer

5. Inspect and tighten all electrical connections

6. Verify operation of condensate drain line and clean if necessary

7. Run unit and verify operation

8. Check all pressures

9. Return unit to service

F) Annual Inspection/Borescope Inspection (Level B) (Years 1-5):

The Annual Inspection/Borescope Inspection is done at the site and can be done without disassembling the casing.

Portions of the fuel manifold, piping, sensors, and combustors are disassembled for inspection, and covers and plugs are removed for the borescope inspection. The following shall be performed:

1. Review log sheets and gas turbine performance. Record operational data and any trips, alarms, or abnormal operating conditions in field service report. Save a copy of most recent source code.

2. Compressor Intake. Inspect 1st stage compressor blades for cleanliness and foreign object damage. Cold wash if necessary. Change intake air filter if dirty.

3. Igniter (ignition plug), exciter and high-tension cable. Check for damaged connection and frayed wire.

4. Exhaust Gas Thermocouple Harness. Check for damaged connection and frayed wire.

5. Fuel Nozzle. Inspect for carbon buildup, cracking or fouling. Clean if necessary.

6. Combustion Chamber Internal. Inspect combustion chamber and scroll.

7. Turbine Blades. Inspect 1st and last stage rotor blades and nozzles for wear, thermal barrier coating, and foreign object damage.

8. Lubrication Oil Filter. Inspect, replace elements if necessary.

9. Oil Mist Separator. Inspect, replace elements if necessary.

10. Other Maintenance. Other maintenance in accordance with OEM instructions.

G. Hot Section Inspection (Level C) (Year #2): The Hot Section Inspection is performed at the site by removing and disassembling the turbine internals. All hot parts are inspected and replaced or repaired as needed. The following will be performed:

1. Disassembly. Remove and disassemble the gas turbine power section. Replace or repair hot section parts as needed.

2. Level B Items. Perform all other items listed in the Level B inspection.

3. Vibration Probes and Speed Probes. Inspect vibration and speed probes, cabling, and transducers.

4. Fuel Control System. Inspect fuel control valves for proper operation.

5. Pressure/Temperature Transmitters and Switches. Test pressure sensors with calibrated pressure source. Check each thermocouple and resistance temperature detector with a calibrated instrument.

6. Check PLC for errors.

7. Carry out a functional protection system off-line. Test trips and protective functions.

8. Pumps and Motors. Inspect for leaks, noise, and proper operation.

9. Batteries. Verify emergency lube oil and turning gear motor operation on battery power without AC power.

10 Other Maintenance. Other maintenance at PIC’s discretion if necessary.

The contractor shall visit the site for a minimum of 8 hours, twice a week to perform inspection, preventive maintenance, equipment cleaning, air and oil filter changes, lubrication and operational adjustments to maintain the system and report findings in written form relative to the material condition and performance of the CHP system.

The contractor shall arrange all facility visits with the COR/Boiler Plant Operator Supervisor or his authorized representatives upon arrival prior to performing the required maintenance visits.

Contractor’s service personnel shall report to the boiler plant supervisor upon arrival and again upon completion of the required maintenance work.

A copy of the work ticket containing a complete description of the work performed shall be given to the attendant plant operator for record keeping. The contractor shall maintain a log in the control room. The log shall list the date and time of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities, fully describing the nature of each visit.

The Contractor's maintenance personnel shall have the ability to contact the original equipment manufacturer for emergency maintenance and logistic assistance, remote diagnostic testing, and assistance in resolving technical problems at any time.

Response Time:

a. A standard work week is considered 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or as designated by the COR (or Boiler Plant Supervisor), Monday through Friday, exclusive of Federal holidays. Scheduled maintenance activities will be conducted during the standard work week interval.

b. The contractor shall respond to and correct unscheduled maintenance during the standard work week within one

(1) working day of its notification to the contractor.

c. The Contractor shall respond to emergency unscheduled maintenance within four (4) hours of its notification. An emergency call-out is defined as an event that causes the system loss of electricity or steam production at the CHP.

Inspections and Maintenance:

a. Inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance shall be performed by the Contractor in accordance with the OEM's recommended practice and service intervals during scheduled periods agreed to by the COR and Contractor.

b. The preventive maintenance time schedule, functions and reports shall be provided to and approved by the COR.

The Contractor shall immediately notify the COR in writing upon the discovery of negligent incident or improper tampering by others. The COR will investigate all reported incidents and render findings to Contractor.

4. Reporting:

a. The Contractor shall provide the COR a type written report itemizing each deficiency found and the corrective action performed during each scheduled and unscheduled visit.

b. The Contractor shall provide a quarterly summary of all equipment and sub-systems serviced during the maintenance contract period to COR by the tenth (10th) working day after the end of each quarter. The report shall highlight the performance of the systems during the quarter. The report shall also clearly and concisely describe the services rendered, parts replaced, and repairs performed. The report shall prescribe anticipated future needs of the equipment and systems for preventive and predictive maintenance.

c. The Contractor shall maintain a separate log entry for each major component in the CHP System. The log shall list dates and times of all scheduled, routine, and emergency calls. Each emergency call shall be described with details of the nature and causes of emergency steps taken to rectify the situation and specific recommendations to avoid such conditions in the future.

d. The COR shall convey to the Chief, Facility Service, two (2) copies of quarterly reports for evaluation. The COR shall ensure a copy of these reports is entered into the CHP System’s official acquisition documents.

(End of Statement of Work)

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

1.00 JB __________________ __________________

Diagnostics: The contractor shall troubleshoot the CHP’s major system components to determine why the CHP system would not start manually or automatically after shutdown. The contractor shall troubleshoot all major components of the CHP system, like the turbine generator, natural gas compressor, air compressor, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), the duct burners, controls, heat diverter mechanism to determine any faulty part(s).

Work under this line items shall be completed within 30 days of contract award.

1.00 JB $125,000.00 $125,000.00

Based on the results from the diagnostics check of all major systems and in accordance with the Contracting Officer verified and approved detailed quote provided by the vendor, the contractor shall bring the CHP back to a fully functional status.

Initial pricing for this line item is provided by the government and is subject to change based the referenced quote.

Tasks under this line item shall be completed within 120 days of contract award.

12.00 MO __________________ __________________

Contractor shall operate and maintain the CHP in accordance with the

Statement of Work.

Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-19-2022 POP End: 09-18-2023

1.00 Yr ____$75,000.00____ ____$75,000.00____

Work involving Nonwearable parts:

All “non-wearable” parts which require replacement shall be invoiced against this Not-to-Exceed (NTE) Line Item. The NTE amount is estimated and may increase/decrease as required. Prior performing work against this NTE line item, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR.

Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-19-2022 POP End: 09-18-2023

Statement of Work.

Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 09-19-2023 POP End: 09-18-2024

All “non-wearable” parts which require replacement shall be invoiced against this Not-to-Exceed (NTE) Line Item. The NTE amount is estimated and may increase/decrease as required. Prior performing work against this NTE line item, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR.

Contract Period: Option 1

POP Begin: 09-19-2023 POP End: 09-18-2024

Statement of Work.

Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 09-19-2024 POP End: 09-18-2025

All “non-wearable” parts which require replacement shall be invoiced against this Not-to-Exceed (NTE) Line Item. The NTE amount is estimated and may increase/decrease as required. Prior performing work against this NTE line item, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR.

Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 09-19-2024 POP End: 09-18-2025

Statement of Work.

Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 09-19-2025 POP End: 09-18-2026

All “non-wearable” parts which require replacement shall be invoiced against this Not-to-Exceed (NTE) Line Item. The NTE amount is estimated and may increase/decrease as required. Prior performing work against this NTE line item, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR.

Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 09-19-2025 POP End: 09-18-2026

Statement of Work.

Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 09-19-2026 POP End: 09-18-2027

All “non-wearable” parts which require replacement shall be invoiced against this Not-to-Exceed (NTE) Line Item. The NTE amount is estimated and may increase/decrease as required. Prior performing work against this NTE line item, the contractor shall provide a written quote to the COR detailing the required work, parts, and cost. The contractor shall proceed with the work only after receiving approval by the COR.

Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 09-19-2026 POP End: 09-18-2027

GRAND TOTAL __________________

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/

(End of Clause)

FAR

Number

Title Date

52.203-17 CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS

AND REQUIREMENT TO INFORM EMPLOYEES OF

WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS

JUN 2020

52.204-4 PRINTED OR COPIED DOUBLE-SIDED ON

POSTCONSUMER FIBER CONTENT PAPER

MAY 2011

52.204-9 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR

PERSONNEL

JAN 2011

52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE OCT 2018

52.204-18 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE

MAINTENANCE

AUG 2020

52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

NOV 2021

52.228-5 INSURANCE—WORK ON A GOVERNMENT

INSTALLATION

JAN 1997

52.232-40 PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL

BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS

NOV 2021

852.204-70 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR

PERSONNEL

MAY 2020

C.2 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO

IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAY 2022) (JUL 2020)

(DEVIATION)

(a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

(1) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(2) 52.204–23, Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (NOV 2021) (Section 1634 of Pub. L.

115–91).

(3) 52.204–25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (NOV 2021) (Section 889(a)(1)(A) of Pub. L. 115–232).

(4) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015).

(5) 52.233-3, Protest After Award (Aug 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553).

(6) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Oct 2004) (Public Laws 108-77 and 108-78 (19 U.S.C. 3805 note)).

(b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

[X] (1) 52.203–6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (JUN 2020), with Alternate I (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 2402).

[] (2) 52.203–13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C.

3509).

[] (3) 52.203–15, Whistleblower Protections under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (JUN 2010) (Section 1553 of Pub. L. 111-5). (Applies to contracts funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.)

[X] (4) 52.204–10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (JUN 2020) (Pub. L. 109–282) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

[] (5) [Reserved]

[X] (6) 52.204–14, Service Contract Reporting Requirements (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 111–117, section 743 of Div. C).

[] (7) 52.204–15, Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery Contracts (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 111–117, section 743 of Div. C).

[X] (8) 52.209–6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. (NOV 2021) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

[X] (9) 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Oct 2018) (41 U.S.C. 2313).

[] (10) [Reserved]

[] (11) 52.219–3, Notice of HUBZone Set-Aside or Sole-Source Award (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 657a).

[] (12) 52.219–4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (SEP 2021) (if the offeror elects to waive the preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) (15 U.S.C. 657a).

[] (13) [Reserved]

[] (14)(i) 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644).

[] (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-6.

[] (15)(i) 52.219-7, Notice of Partial Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644).

[] (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-7.

[X] (16) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (Oct 2018) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)).

[] (17)(i) 52.219–9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (NOV 2021) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)).

[] (ii) Alternate I (NOV 2016) of 52.219-9.

[] (iii) Alternate II (NOV 2016) of 52.219-9.

[] (iv) Alternate III (JUN 2020) of 52.219–9.

[] (v) Alternate IV (SEP 2021) of 52.219–9.

[] (18)(i) 52.219-13, Notice of Set-Aside of Orders (MAR 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644(r)).

[] (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219-13.

[] (19) 52.219–14, Limitations on Subcontracting (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 657s).

[] (20) 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages—Subcontracting Plan (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C.

637(d)(4)(F)(i)).

[] (21) 52.219–27, Notice of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 657f).

[X] (22) (i) 52.219–28, Post-Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2)).

[] (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2020) of 52.219–28.

[] (23) 52.219–29, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Concerns (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 637(m)).

[] (24) 52.219–30, Notice of Set-Aside for, or Sole-Source Award to, Women-Owned Small Business Concerns Eligible Under the Women-Owned Small Business Program (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 637(m)).

[] (25) 52.219-32, Orders Issued Directly Under Small Business Reserves (MAR 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644(r)).

[] (26) l(26) 52.219–33, Nonmanufacturer Rule (SEP 2021) (15 U.S.C. 657s).

[X] (27) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (June 2003) (E.O. 11755).

[] (28) 52.222–19, Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JUL 2020)

(DEVIATION) (E.O. 13126).

[X] (29) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015).

[X] (30)(i) 52.222–26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) (E.O. 11246).

[] (ii) Alternate I (FEB 1999) of 52.222-26.

[X] (31)(i) 52.222–35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) (38 U.S.C. 4212).

[] (ii) Alternate I (JULY 2014) of 52.222-35.

[X] (32)(i) 52.222–36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (29 U.S.C.

793).

[] (ii) Alternate I (JULY 2014) of 52.222-36.

[X] (33) 52.222–37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) (38 U.S.C. 4212).

[X] (34) 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act

(DEC 2010) (E.O. 13496).

[X] (35)(i) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

[] (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2015) of 52.222-50 (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

[X] (36) 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (MAY 2022). (E. O. 12989). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items or certain other types of commercial products or commercial services as prescribed in FAR 22.1803.)

[] (37)(i) 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA- Designated Items (May 2008) (42 U.S.C.6962(c)(3)(A)(ii)). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items.)

[] (ii) Alternate I (MAY 2008) of 52.223-9 (42 U.S.C. 6962(i)(2)(C)). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items.)

[] (38) 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (JUN 2016) (E.O. 13693).

[] (39) 52.223-12, Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners (JUN 2016) (E.O. 13693).

[] (40)(i) 52.223-13, Acquisition of EPEAT®-Registered Imaging Equipment (JUN 2014) (E.O.s 13423 and 13514).

[] (ii) Alternate I (OCT 2015) of 52.223-13.

[] (41)(i) 52.223-14, Acquisition of EPEAT®-Registered Televisions (JUN 2014) (E.O.s 13423 and 13514).

[] (ii) Alternate I (JUN 2014) of 52.223-14.

[] (42) 52.223-15, Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products (MAY 2020) (42 U.S.C.

8259b).

[] (43)(i) 52.223-16, Acquisition of EPEAT®-Registered Personal Computer Products (OCT 2015) (E.O.s 13423 and 13514).

[] (ii) Alternate I (JUN 2014) of 52.223-16.

[X] (44) 52.223–18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving

(JUN 2020) (E.O. 13513).

[] (45) 52.223-20, Aerosols (JUN 2016) (E.O. 13693).

[] (46) 52.223-21, Foams (JUN 2016) (E.O. 13693).

[] (47) (i) 52.224-3, Privacy Training (JAN 2017) (5 U.S.C. 552a).

[] (ii) Alternate I (JAN 2017) of 52.224-3.

[] (48) 52.225-1, Buy American—Supplies (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83).

[] (49)(i) 52.225-3, Buy American—Free Trade Agreements—Israeli Trade Act (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION) (19 U.S.C. 3301 note, 19 U.S.C. 2112 note, 19 U.S.C. 3805 note, 19 U.S.C. 4001 note, 19 U.S.C chapter 29 (sections 4501-4732), Pub. L. 103-182, 108-77, 108-78, 108-286, 108-302, 109-53, 109-169, 109-283, 110-138, 112-41, 112-42, and 112-43.

[] (ii) Alternate II (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION) of 52.225-3.

[] (iii) Alternate III (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION) of 52.225-3.

[] (50) 52.225–5, Trade Agreements (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION) (19 U.S.C. 2501, et seq., 19 U.S.C. 3301 note).

[X] (51) 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2021) (E.O.'s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury).

[] (52) 52.225–26, Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (OCT 2016) (Section 862, as amended, of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008; 10 U.S.C. 2302 Note).

[] (53) 52.226-4, Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (Nov 2007) (42 U.S.C.

5150).

[] (54) 52.226-5, Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or Emergency Area (Nov 2007) (42 U.S.C. 5150).

[X] (55) 52.229–12, Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements (FEB 2021).

[] (56) 52.232-29, Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C. 4505, 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)).

[] (57) 52.232-30, Installment Payments for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C. 4505, 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)).

[X] (58) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management (Oct 2018) (31 U.S.C. 3332).

[] (59) 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other than System for Award Management (Jul 2013) (31 U.S.C. 3332).

[] (60) 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (DEC 2013) (DEVIATION AUG 2020) (31 U.S.C. 3903 and 10 U.S.C 2307).

[] (61) 52.239-1, Privacy or Security Safeguards (AUG 1996) (5 U.S.C. 552a).

[] (62) 52.242-5, Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (JAN 2017)(15 U.S.C.

637(d)(13)).

[] (63)(i) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (NOV 2021) (46 U.S.C. 55305 and 10 U.S.C. 2631).

[] (ii) Alternate I (Apr 2003) of 52.247-64.

[] (iii) Alternate II (NOV 2021) of 52.247-64.

(c) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (c), applicable to commercial services, that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services:

[X] (1) 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (AUG 2018) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

[X] (2) 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C.

206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

Employee Class Monetary Wage-Fringe Benefits

25010 BOILER TENDER $23.99

[X] (3) 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (AUG 2018) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C.

chapter 67).

[] (4) 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price Adjustment (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

[] (5) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

[] (6) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

[X] (7) 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026

(JAN 2022).

[X] (8) 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022) (E.O. 13706).

[] (9) 52.226–6, Promoting Excess Food Donation to Nonprofit Organizations (JUN 2020) (42 U.S.C. 1792).

(d) Comptroller General Examination of Record. The Contractor shall comply with the provisions of this paragraph (d) if this contract was awarded using other than sealed bid, is in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold, as defined in FAR 2.101, on the date of award of this contract, and does not contain the clause at 52.215-2, Audit and Records—Negotiation.

(1) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and right to examine any of the Contractor's directly pertinent records involving transactions related to this contract.

(2) The Contractor shall make available at its offices at all reasonable times the records, materials, and other evidence for examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR Subpart 4.7, Contractor Records Retention, of the other clauses of this contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3 years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved.

(3) As used in this clause, records include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type and regardless of form. This does not require the Contractor to create or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(e)(1) Notwithstanding the requirements of the clauses in paragraphs (a), (b), (c), and (d) of this clause, the Contractor is not required to flow down any FAR clause, other than those in this paragraph (e)(1) in a subcontract for commercial products or commercial services. Unless otherwise indicated below, the extent of the flow down shall be as required by the clause—

(i) 52.203–13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (NOV 2021) (41 U.S.C.

3509).

(ii) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)).

(iii) 52.204–23, Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (NOV 2021) (Section 1634 of Pub. L.

115–91).

(iv) 52.204–25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (NOV 2021) (Section 889(a)(1)(A) of Pub. L. 115–232).

(v) 52.219–8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (Oct 2018) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)), in all subcontracts that offer further subcontracting opportunities. If the subcontract (except subcontracts to small business concerns) exceeds the applicable threshold specified in FAR 19.702(a) on the date of subcontract award, the subcontractor must include 52.219–8 in lower tier subcontracts that offer subcontracting opportunities.

(vi) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015).

(vii) 52.222–26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) (E.O. 11246).

(viii) 52.222–35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) (38 U.S.C. 4212).

(ix) 52.222–36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (29 U.S.C. 793).

(x) 52.222–37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) (38 U.S.C. 4212).

(xi) 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) (E.O. 13496). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (f) of FAR clause 52.222-40.

(xii) 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (AUG 2018) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

(xiii)(A) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

(B) Alternate I (MAR 2015) of 52.222-50 (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

(xiv) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

(xv) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67).

(xvi) 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (MAY 2022) (E. O. 12989).

(xvii) 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026

(JAN 2022).

(xviii) 52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022) (E.O. 13706).

(xix)(A) 52.224-3, Privacy Training (JAN 2017) (5 U.S.C. 552a).

(B) Alternate I (JAN 2017) of 52.224-3.

(xx) 52.225–26, Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (OCT 2016) (Section 862, as amended, of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008; 10 U.S.C. 2302 Note).

(xxi) 52.226–6, Promoting Excess Food Donation to Nonprofit Organizations (JUN 2020) (42 U.S.C. 1792). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (e) of FAR clause 52.226-6.

(xxii) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (NOV 2021) (46 U.S.C. 55305 and 10 U.S.C. 2631). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (d) of FAR clause 52.247-64.

(2) While not required, the Contractor may include in its subcontracts for commercial products and commercial services a minimal number of additional clauses necessary to satisfy its contractual obligations.

(End of Clause)

C.3 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 14 days of contract expiration.

(End of Clause)

C.4 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR

2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 14 days of contract expiration; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 30 days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed five (5) years.

(End of Clause)

C.5 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES

(MAY 2014)

In compliance with the Service Contract Labor Standards statute and the regulations of the Secretary of Labor (29 CFR part 4), this clause identifies the classes of service employees expected to be employed under the contract and states the wages and fringe benefits payable to each if they were employed by the contracting agency subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C.

5341 or 5332.

This Statement is for Information Only:

It is not a Wage Determination

Employee Class Monetary Wage—Fringe Benefits

25010 BOILER TENDER $23.99

Addendum to FAR 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR

FEDERAL HIRES

The information provided in this clause is for informational purposes only and is not a wage determination. This is not an all-inclusive list, but only a representative list of federal service employees that could be employed under this contract. This clause also states the wages and fringe benefits payable to each if they were employed subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 5341 or 5332 (i.e., GS/WG federal employee). It is the contractor’s responsibility to determine the human capital required to execute the terms of the contract. Likewise, contractors are responsible for confirming with DOL that they are using the appropriate wage determination for the employees they use in the performance of this contract and it is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure employees are paid in accordance with the appropriate classification as determined by DOL.

(End of Addendum)

C.6 52.223-99 ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR

FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021) (DEVIATION)

(a) Definition. As used in this clause—

United States or its outlying areas means—

(1) The fifty States;

(2) The District of Columbia;

(3) The commonwealths of Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands;

(4) The territories of American Samoa, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands; and

(5) The minor outlying islands of Baker Island, Howland Island, Jarvis Island, Johnston Atoll, Kingman Reef, Midway Islands, Navassa Island, Palmyra Atoll, and Wake Atoll.

(b) Authority. This clause implements Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, dated September 9, 2021 (published in the Federal Register on September 14, 2021, 86 FR 50985).

(c) Compliance. The Contractor shall comply with all guidance, including guidance conveyed through Frequently Asked Questions, as amended during the performance of this contract, for contractor or subcontractor workplace locations published by the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force (Task Force Guidance) at https:/www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

(d) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (d), in subcontracts at any tier that exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation 2.101 on the date of subcontract award, and are for services, including construction, performed in whole or in part within the United States or its outlying areas.

https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/

C.7 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with FAR 28.307-2 and FAR 52.228-5, the following minimum coverage shall apply to this contract:

(a) Workers' compensation and employers liability: Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers' compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer's liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a Contractor's commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer's liability coverage of at least $100,000 is required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit workers' compensation to be written by private carriers.

(b) General Liability: $500,000.00 per occurrences.

(c) Automobile liability: $200,000.00 per person; $500,000.00 per occurrence and $20,000.00 property damage.

(d) The successful bidder must present to the Contracting Officer, prior to award, evidence of general liability insurance without any exclusionary clauses for asbestos that would void the general liability coverage.

(End of Clause)

C.8 VAAR 852.212-70 PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES APPLICABLE TO VA

ACQUISITION OF COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2020)

(a) The Contractor agrees to comply with any provision or clause that is incorporated herein by reference to implement agency policy applicable to acquisition of commercial items or components. The following provisions and clauses that have been checked by the Contracting Officer are incorporated by reference.

[X] 852.203–70, Commercial Advertising.

[X] 852.219–10, VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set- Aside.

[X] 852.232–72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.

[X] 852.233–70, Protest Content/Alternative Dispute Resolution.

[X] 852.233–71, Alternate Protest Procedure.

[X] 852.270–1, Representatives of Contracting Officers.

(End of Clause)

C.9 VAAR 852.219-74 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—

MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018)

(a) This solicitation includes VAAR 852.219-10 VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned Small Business Set-Aside.

(b) Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation is subject to the limitation on subcontracting requirements in 13 CFR 125.6, or the limitations on subcontracting requirements in the FAR clause, as applicable. The Contractor is advised that in performing contract administration functions, the Contracting Officer may use the services of a support contractor(s) retained by VA to assist in assessing the Contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirements specified in the clause. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to Contractor's offices where the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data are retained and to review such business records regarding the Contractor's compliance with this requirement.

(c) All support contractors conducting this review on behalf of VA will be required to sign an “Information Protection and Non-Disclosure and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Agreement” to ensure the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data reviewed or obtained in the course of…