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2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE 4. ORDER NO. 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (No Collect Calls) 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL

TIME

9. ISSUED BY CODE 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR SET ASIDE: % FOR:

SMALL BUSINESS

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

EDWOSB

8(A)

NAICS:

SIZE STANDARD:

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TION UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFP

15. DELIVER TO CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

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

TELEPHONE NO. UEI: EFT:

PHONE: FAX:

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

19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.

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.

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN _______________ 29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. ___________________________________ OFFER COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND DATED ________________________________. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY (BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED SET FORTH HEREIN IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

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

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (TYPE OR PRINT) 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (TYPE OR PRINT) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION (REV. NOV 2021)

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

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

674-26-3-5066-0125

36C25726Q0562 06-11-2026

Elizabeth Muela 915-564-6100 ext 6035 06-29-2026 10:00am CDT

36C257 Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17

5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302 San Antonio, TX 78240

X 100

X

561710

$17.5 Million

N/A

X

36C674

Department of Veterans Affairs Central Texas Veterans Health Care 1901 Vetrans Memorial Drive

Temple, TX 76504

36C257

Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17

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

Provide labor and materials for the services required to replace the bird netting over the Atrium located in Building 204 in accordance with the Statement of Work(SOW).

This acquisition is being conducted IAW FAR Part 12.

Site Visit is scheduled for Wednesday June 17, 2026 at 9:00am CST. Meet in Room 115 for sign in and discussion.

Refer to Addendum 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors on pages 17 to 19 for additional details.

Refer to Addendum 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Products and Commercial Services on pages 18 to 21 for additional details.

See CONTINUATION Page

X X

X 1

Shawn R. Reinhart Contracting Officer

36C25726Q0562

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

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

B.3 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

C.2 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY

2014)

C.3 VAAR 852.219-73 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SET-ASIDE FOR CERTIFIED SERVICE-

DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (JAN 2023) (DEVIATION)

C.4 VAAR 852.219-75 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

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 Addendum to Far 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and 17 Commercial Services

E.3 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL

SERVICES (NOV 2021)

E.4 Addendum to FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial 20 Services

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: Contracting Specialist Elizabeth Muela

Department Of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17

2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with:

[X]

52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System For Award Management

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears:

a. Quarterly []

b. Semi-Annually []

c. Other [X] Upon completion, inspection and acceptance

4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All Invoices from the contractor must 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

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

1.00 JB ____________ __________________

Labor and materials for services required to replace the bird netting over the Atrium

GRAND

TOTAL

B.3 DELIVERY SCHEDULE

ITEM

NUMBER SHIPPING INFORMATION QUANTITY

DELIVERY

DATE

0001 15 Days ARO 1.00

B.4 STATEMEN OF WORK

Atrium Bird Netting

1. REQUIREMENTS. The contractor must provide labor and materials for the services required to replace the bird netting over the Atrium located in building 204. Work performed shall be done at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care Facility in Temple at 1901 Veterans Memorial Drive, Temple, Texas 76504. After all work is completed, the contractor must conduct a walkthrough with the Project Manager (PM) or VA COR to ensure all work is completed and ready to receive payment.

1.1 The contractor must provide all personnel, services, vehicles, transportation, tools, equipment, materials, supplies, facility supervision, administration supervision and any other item(s) necessary to perform and accomplish this service. All work must comply with federal, state, and local regulations. This is a turnkey project. All work must be done according to the Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) specified for the respective areas where work is performed.

1.2 The Contractor must contact the VA COR 5 days ahead of starting work to allow for coordination.

1.3 The Contractor must protect all government property from damage to include roof, trees, landscape and buildings. Contractor must replace any damaged item with new or better equipment.

1.4 The contractor must provide all skilled personnel, services, tools, facility supervision, administration supervision and any other item(s) necessary to perform and accomplish this service. A pre site visit will be coordinated for Contractor’s bidding and all must be present to verify measurements and investigate site conditions prior to submitting proposal. All work must comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

1.5 The Contractor must obtain all required permits.

1.6 Contractor and all associated subcontractor employees must comply with applicable facility and local security policies and procedures. Contractor must provide names of Contractor and subcontractor employees to the COR or Government representative. VA will issue contractor badge/pass to contractor and subcontractor employees, as applicable. Employee list must include name, title, qualifications and responsibilities like hazardous materials, PPE, fire safety penetrations, material disposal, lock-out/tag-out, etc.

1.7 The Contractor must provide one (1) year performance agreement labor and material in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty. The warranty period must begin on the date of project acceptance and must continue for the full product warranty period.

1.8 Contractor personnel must have current vaccinations for the FLU and TB Tines and provided on a written letter head per VHA. TB vaccination is being enforced for this project. Documentation must comply with current VHA standards and be provided on company letterhead.

2. PERFORMANCE PERIOD. 15 days After coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

2.1 Work Hours. Majority of the work must be performed during normal working hours unless otherwise noted by the COR or PM. Normal working hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday.

2.2 Government Holidays. The Government observes the listed days as holidays:

New Year's Day January 1st

Martin Luther King's Birthday Third Monday in January Washington’s Birthday Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day July 4th Labor Day First Monday in September Columbus Day Second Monday in October Veterans Day November 11th Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November Christmas December 25th

If a holiday falls on a Saturday, then the Friday before shall be considered the holiday. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, then the Monday after shall be considered the holiday.

In addition to the days designated as holidays, the Government observes the following days:

• Any other day designated by Federal Statute

• Any other day designated by Executive Order

• Any other day designated by the President’s Proclamation

3. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS. The following products meet the requirements:

Bird B Gone — Bird Net 2000™

• Material: UV-stabilized knotted polyethylene

• Mesh: ¾″

• Twine: 6-monofilament strands, each 12 mil

• Fire Resistance: Melting point > 270 °F; maintains integrity in sub-zero temperatures

• Breaking Strength: > 40 lb per strand (ISO 1806/9001 tested)

• Warranty: 10 years (black), 3 years (white/stone)

Bird-X Premium HDPE Bird Netting

• Material: HDPE with UV inhibitors

• Mesh: ¾″ (also available in 2″)

• Tensile Strength: Up to 535 lb overall

• Warranty: 10-year material/workmanship guarantee

Bird-X Heavy Duty Knotted Polyethylene (as listed at Lowe’s)

• Mesh: ¾″

• Material: Commercial-grade knotted polyethylene

• Warranty: 10-year limited

• Designed for permanent bird control

• Remove and install new bird netting in the Atrium.

o The netting must be heavy duty with a life expectancy of 10 years.

o The netting must be approximately 100’x100’ with ¾ Mesh size opening.

o The new netting must be one piece.

o The netting must be installed over the cable strands.

• The Contractor must install at least 10 new cable spans above the Atrium to support the netting.

o Straining cable wire must be 3/32” diameter size.

o A turn buckle must be on each cable to tighten cable as slack occurs.

o Each cable must have 3 cable anchors opposing, on each end of cable at the anchor point.

o Ensure the loose end of the netting is secured around a 2” galvanized pipe to prevent birds crawling underneath.

o The pipe material must be sufficient to secure the loose end of the netting and prevent lifting or bird intrusion. It does not have to be galvanized or strictly 2” diameter, but it must meet or exceed the minimum structural requirement for securing the netting effectively.

• Install the new netting over straining cable after the cable is anchored to the posts and secure it to the cable using new rust resistant hardware.

• Attach the new netting to the existing netting anchoring system. The netting must be attached using new rust resistant hardware. The netting must be draped and attached in a manor to prevent birds entering the Atrium.

• The Contractor must not use plastic hardware or connections for this project.

• At the end of the project, clean up, dispose of demolished, used materials, debris or waste at an approved off-limits location in accordance with applicable local, State and federal laws and regulations and pay any related fees.

• Perform a final walkthrough with the VA COR or PM when completed.

3.1 Existing Anchoring System. The anchoring system was inspected when the roof was replaced approximately 3 years ago and is confirmed to be structurally adequate for the new installation. No replacement or reinforcement is required.

3.1.1 Contractors must use the existing anchors and determine the appropriate amount of cabling necessary to support and secure the netting.

4. PROGRAM OFFICE POINTS OF CONTACT. Coordinate with VA COR before the start of this service.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Greg Williams, Engineering Tech (COR) – Engineering Service, 254-624-7849, gregory.williams11@va.gov.

Project Manager: Alfred Stall, M&O Supervisor, Engineering Service, 254-743-1557, alfred.stall@va.gov.

5. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS.

• The contractor must submit a safety plan for VA review and approval prior to the performing work.

• The contractor must provide adequate documentation verifying that any equipment and/or materials proposed will meet or exceed all federal government requirements.

• The contractor’s supervisor must always be available to address any needs the VA COR may have during the period of performance. All employees or sub-contractors must be accountable solely to the Contractor, not the Government.

• The contractor must coordinate work activities and shutdowns with VA COR and Project Manager.

• The contractor must thoroughly clean inside and outside of project site daily with contractor’s own equipment.

• The Government will not provide facilities or staging area for the Contractor’s use to support this contract.

• The contractor must pay all shipping, receiving, storage and security of any materials or equipment for the duration of this project.

• The Government will provide water and electrical utilities. All utilities in the facility will be available for the Contractor’s use in performance of tasks outlined in this SOW.

• The Contractor must operate under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities, which include turning off the water faucets or valves after using the required amount to accomplish cleaning vehicles and equipment.

• The Government will not provide materials for this project.

• Contractor personnel’s conduct must not reflect discredit upon the Government.

• The Contractor must ensure that personnel present a professional appearance.

• The Contractor’s employees must observe and comply with all local policies and procedures concerning fire, safety, environmental protection, sanitation, security, and possession of firearms or other lethal or illegal weapons or substance.

mailto:gregory.williams11@va.gov mailto:alfred.stall@va.gov

• The Contractor must ensure that any Contractor employees providing services under this contract conduct themselves and perform services in a professional, safe, and responsible manner.

• The Contractor must remove from the job site any employee for reasons of misconduct or security.

• The Contractor must ensure no contractor employees conduct political related activities or events on VA Facilities.

• The Contractor must notify the COR or Government representative of any accidents requiring medical treatment. Emergency medical treatment and services for Contractor personnel is the responsibility of the Contractor.

6. CODES AND STANDARDS. The project must be in accordance with the latest Uniform Building Code (UBC), National Fire Protection Associate (NFPA) standard, Uniform Federal Accessibility Standard (UFAS), Inspectors Manual, VA Specifications and Standards, and local facility requirements.

In the event there is a conflict between any of the standards/codes, the more stringent standard/code shall apply.

• The contractor must provide all applicable safety signage and barricades applicable to OSHA, VHA and DOD regulations.

• Contractor must comply with VHA DIRECTIVE 2004-012 and all VA Center Policy Memorandums, including but not limited to the following:

o Protection of patients, visitors, and employees from traumatic injury, as well as occupational and facility–associated infections.

o Compliance with OSHA and State construction safety regulations. Construction contracts require that the general contractor’s on-site “competent person” have completed the OSHA 30-hour construction worker course and that all other general and sub-contractor’s workers have completed the OSHA 10-hour construction worker course or other relevant competency training. The determination for training is based on the project hazards and complexity, State and Federal regulations and VA requirements.

Verification of completion of training will be required prior to performing work.

o Compliance with EPA and State environmental regulations.

7. SAFETY PLAN REQUIREMENTS.

• Prior to performing any work, the contractor must submit a safety plan in accordance with OSHA and VA Regulations.

• The safety plan must include, but not limited to the following:

• Safety and Health Policy (i.e. company policy)

• Safety and Health Objectives (i.e. company goals, procedures, etc)

• Job Site Inspections (i.e. safety inspection/potential hazards/prevention, etc)

• Contractor Safety Administrator (i.e. competent person/safety officer)

• Personal Protective Equipment (i.e. head, hearing, and eye protection, footwear, clothing, gloves, etc.)

• Safety Rules (i.e. rules applicable to the work/task being performed, equipment, ladders, confined spaces, open flame, etc.)

• Job Safety Training (i.e. OSHA, safety meetings, etc)

• 30 Hour OSHA Construction Safety Course – competent person

• 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety Course – all others

• Safety Discipline (i.e. correction of violations, etc)

• Hot Work Permit (i.e. responsibilities, procedures, etc)

• Emergency Procedures (i.e. responsibilities, procedures, etc)

• Written Hazard Communication Program (i.e. responsibilities, procedures, list of hazards, MSDS, etc.)

8. SAFETY INSPECTIONS. On a weekly basis, the VA will conduct a safety inspection of the work area. This inspection includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Means of Egress

• Fire/Smoke Doors unlocked, free of obstructions

• Means of Egress (includes Exits) free of obstructions and clearly marked

• Fire Alarm, Fire Detection, and Fire Suppression Systems.

• Fire Alarm Pull Stations are unobstructed

• Smoke Detector smoke caps in use, or removed at end of the day

• Hot Work Permits are current, in use

• Sprinkler Heads are unobstructed

• Housekeeping and Traffic Control

• Trash and debris are removed promptly and transported outside the construction area

• Floor mats and dust tack mats are located at the entrance to construction area

• Tools and equipment are properly stored

• Signs installed to restrict patient access (doors locked as needed)

• Dust control measures are in place

• Barriers are in place and properly sealed

• Debris barriers are installed at all drainage locations to prevent debris in the storm drain system.

• Hazardous Chemicals/Conditions

• Appropriate storage of hazardous chemicals

• MSDS sheets are readily available on-site

• Lock out/tag out procedures are in place

• Hot work permit is current and posted

• Clothing

• PPE is available and properly worn

• Clothing is relatively dust free with the construction area and patient areas

(END OF STATEMENT OF WORK)

(END OF SECTION B)

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—

COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

C.2 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):

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul https://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/

FAR

Number

Title Date

52.203-17 CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS NOV 2023

52.203-19 PROHIBITION ON REQUIRING CERTAIN INTERNAL

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS OR STATEMENTS

JAN 2017

52.204-9 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR

PERSONNEL

JAN 2011

52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT—MAINTENANCE

(DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.222-36 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH

DISABILITIES (DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (DEVIATION) NOV 2025

52.222-62 PAID SICK LEAVE UNDER EXECUTIVE ORDER 13706

(DEVIATION)

NOV 2025

52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL

CONTRACTORS (DEVIATION)

APR 2026

52.225-1 BUY AMERICAN – SUPPLIES (DEVIATION) NOV 2025

52.226-8 ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT

MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING

MAY 2024

52.233-3 PROTEST AFTER AWARD AUG 1996

52.233-4 APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIM OCT 2004

52.236-5 MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP (DEVIATION) APR 1984

52.236-7 PERMITS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (DEVIATION) NOV 1991

852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING MAY 2018

852.222-71 COMPLIANCE WITH EXECUTIVE ORDER 13899

(DEVIATION) (APR 2025)

APR 2025

852.242-71 ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTING OFFICER OCT 2020

(End of Clause)

C.3 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 General Maintenance Worker $20.45

C.4 VAAR 852.219-73 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SET-ASIDE FOR CERTIFIED

SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

(a) Definition. for the Department of Veterans Affairs, ‘‘Service-disabled Veteran-owned small business concern or SDVOSB’’:

(1) Means a small business concern—

(i) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more service-disabled Veterans or, in the case of any publicly owned business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one or more service-disabled Veterans or eligible surviving spouses (see VAAR 802.201, Surviving Spouse definition);

(ii) The management and daily business operations of which are controlled by one or more service-disabled Veterans (or eligible surviving spouses) or, in the case of a service-disabled Veteran with permanent and severe disability, the spouse or permanent caregiver of such Veteran;

(iii) The business meets Federal small business size standards for the applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code identified in the solicitation document;

(iv) The business has been certified for ownership and control pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127, 13 CFR 128, and is listed as certified in the SBA certification database at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/; and

(v) The business agrees to comply with VAAR subpart 819.70 and Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations regarding small business size, government contracting, and the Veteran Small Business Certification Program at 13 CFR parts 121, 125, and 128.

(2) The term ‘‘Service-disabled Veteran’’ means a Veteran, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(2), with a disability that is service-connected, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(16).

(3) The term ‘‘small business concern’’ has the meaning given that term under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).

(4) The term ‘‘small business concern owned and controlled by Veterans with service-connected disabilities’’ has the meaning given the term ‘‘small business concern owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans’’ under section 3(q)(2) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(q)(2)).

(5) The term “SDVOSB participant” or certified SDVOSB means a small business that has been certified in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification Program and listed in the SBA certification database (see 13 CFR 128.102).

(b) General. In order for a concern to submit an offer and be eligible for the award of an SDVOSB set-aside or sole source contract, the concern must qualify as a small business concern under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the contract and be listed as an SDVOSB participant in the SBA certification database as set forth in 13 CFR 128.

(1) Offers received from entities that are not certified SDVOSBs and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer shall not be considered.

(2) Any award resulting from this solicitation shall be made to a certified SDVOSB listed in the SBA certification database who is eligible at the time of submission of offer(s) and at the time of award.

(3) The requirements in this clause apply to any contract, order or subcontract where the firm receives a benefit or preference from its designation as an SDVOSB, including set-asides, sole source awards, and evaluation preferences.

(c) Representation. Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(e), only certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database are considered eligible to receive award of a resulting contract. By submitting an offer, the prospective contractor represents that it is an eligible and certified SDVOSB as defined in this clause, 13 CFR 121, 125, and 128, and VAAR subpart 819.70.

(d) Agreement/LOS certification. When awarded a contract action, including orders under multipleaward contracts, an SDVOSB agrees that in the performance of the contract, the SDVOSB shall comply with requirements in VAAR subpart 819.70 and SBA regulations on small business size, and government contracting programs at 13 CFR part 121 and part 125, including the non-manufacturer rule and limitations on subcontracting (LOS) requirements in 13 CFR 121.406(b) and 13 CFR 125.6. For the purpose of limitations on subcontracting, only certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/

(including independent contractors) shall be considered eligible and/or ‘‘similarly situated’’ (i.e., a firm that has the same small business program status as the prime contractor). An otherwise eligible firm further agrees to comply with the required LOS certification requirements in this solicitation (see 852.219–75 or 852.219–76 as applicable). These requirements are summarized as follows:

(1) Services. In the case of a contract for services (except construction), the SDVOSB prime contractor will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to the prime for contract performance to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database (excluding direct costs to the extent they are not the principal purpose of the acquisition and the SDVOSB/ VOSB does not provide the service, such as airline travel, cloud computing services, or mass media purchases). When a contract includes both services and supplies, the 50 percent limitation shall apply only to the service portion of the contract.

(2) Supplies/products.

(i) In the case of a contract for supplies or products (other than from a non-manufacturer of such supplies), the SDVOSB prime contractor will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to the prime for contract performance, excluding the cost of materials, to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database. When a contract includes both supply and services, the 50 percent limitation shall apply only to the supply portion of the contract.

(ii) In the case of a contract for supplies from a non-manufacturer, the SDVOSB prime contractor will supply the product of a domestic small business manufacturer or processor, unless a waiver as described in 13 CFR 121.406(b)(5) has been granted. Refer to 13 CFR 125.6(a)(2)(ii) for guidance pertaining to multiple item procurements.

(3) General construction. In the case of a contract for general construction, the SDVOSB prime contractor will not pay more than 85% of the amount paid by the government to the prime for contract performance, excluding the cost of materials, to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database.

(4) Special trade construction contractors. In the case of a contract for special trade contractors, no more than 75% of the amount paid by the government to the prime for contract performance, excluding the cost of materials, may be paid to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database.

(5) Subcontracting. An SDVOSB subcontractor must meet the NAICS size standard assigned by the prime contractor and be certified and listed in the SBA certification database to count as similarly situated. Any work that a first tier SDVOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the percent of subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. For supply or construction contracts, the cost of materials is excluded and not considered to be subcontracted. When a contract includes both services and supplies, the 50 percent limitation shall apply only to the portion of the contract with the preponderance of the expenditure upon which the assigned NAICS is based. For information and more specific requirements, refer to 13 CFR 125.6.

(e) Required limitations on subcontracting compliance measurement period. An SDVOSB shall comply with the limitations on subcontracting as follows:

[] By the end of the base term of the contract or order, and then by the end of each subsequent option period; or [X] By the end of the performance period for each order issued under the contract.

(f) Joint ventures. A joint venture may be considered eligible as an SDVOSB if the joint venture complies with the requirements in 13 CFR 128.402 and the managing joint venture partner makes the representations under paragraph (c) of this clause. A joint venture agrees that, in the performance of the contract, the applicable percentage specified in paragraph (d) of this clause will be performed by the aggregate of the joint venture participants.

(g) Precedence. The VA Veterans First Contracting Program, as defined in VAAR 802.101, subpart 819.70, and this clause, takes precedence over any inconsistencies between the requirements of the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification Program and the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.

(h) Misrepresentation. Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(g), any business concern, including all its principals, that is determined by VA to have willfully and intentionally misrepresented a company’s SDVOSB status is subject to debarment from contracting with the Department for a period of not less than five years (see VAAR 809.406–2 Causes for Debarment).

C.5 VAAR 852.219-75 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING

- CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION

(JAN 2023) (DEVIATION)

(a) Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(l)(2), the offeror certifies that—

(1) If awarded a contract (see FAR 2.101 definition), it will comply with the limitations on subcontracting requirement as provided in the solicitation and the resultant contract, as follows:

(i) [X] Services. In the case of a contract for services (except construction), the contractor will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–73 or certified VOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–74. Any work that a similarly situated certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 50% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Other direct costs may be excluded to the extent they are not the principal purpose of the acquisition and small business concerns do not provide the service as set forth in 13 CFR 125.6.

(ii) [] General construction. In the case of a contract for general construction, the contractor will not pay more than 85% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–73 or certified VOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–74. Any work that a similarly situated certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 85% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.

(iii) [] Special trade construction contractors. In the case of a contract for special trade contractors, the contractor will not pay more than 75% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–73 or certified VOSBs listed in the SBA certification database as set forth in 852.219–74. Any work that a similarly situated certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 75% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted.

(2) The offeror acknowledges that this certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an Agency of the United States. The offeror further acknowledges that this certification is subject to Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001, and, as such, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the offeror subject to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties, including prosecution.

(3) If VA determines that an SDVOSB/ VOSB awarded a contract pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127 did not act in good faith, such SDVOSB/VOSB shall be subject to any or all of the following:

(i) Referral to the VA Suspension and Debarment Committee;

(ii) A fine under section 16(g)(1) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 645(g)(1)); and

(iii) Prosecution for violating 18 U.S.C. 1001.

(b) The offeror represents and understands that by submission of its offer and award of a contract it may be required to provide copies of documents or records to VA that VA may review to determine whether the offeror complied with the limitations on subcontracting requirement specified in the contract.

Contracting officers may, at their discretion, require the contractor to demonstrate its compliance with the limitations on subcontracting at any time during performance and upon completion of a contract if the information regarding such compliance is not already available to the contracting officer. Evidence of compliance includes, but is not limited to, invoices, copies of subcontracts, or a list of the value of tasks performed.

(c) The offeror further agrees to cooperate fully and make available any documents or records as may be required to enable VA to determine compliance with the limitations on subcontracting requirement. The offeror understands that failure to provide documents as requested by VA may result in remedial action as the Government deems appropriate.

(d) Offeror completed certification/fill-in required. The formal certification must be completed, signed and returned with the offeror’s bid, quotation, or proposal. The Government will not consider offers for award from offerors that do not provide the certification, and all such responses will be deemed ineligible for evaluation and award.

Certification

I hereby certify that if awarded the contract, ________________________________ will comply with the limitations on subcontracting specified in this clause and in the resultant contract. I further certify that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of ____________________________________ Printed Name of Signee: __________________________________________________ Printed Title of Signee: ___________________________________________________ Signature: ______________________________________________________________ Date: ______________ Company Name and Address: ______________________________________________

(End of Clause)

C.6 VAAR 852.240-70 COMPLIANCE WITH PUBLIC LAW 119-37, SECTION

258 (DEVIATION) (MAR 2026)

Definitions. As used in this clause – Covered Information Technology Equipment means the following equipment used in an office environment: computers, printers, or interoperable videoconferencing equipment used in or by the Department of Veterans Affairs directly. ‘‘Covered information technology equipment’’ does not refer to services that use such equipment, including cloud services.

a. The contractor must adhere to the following requirements set forth in Public Law 119-37, Section 258 regarding the procurement of Covered Information Technology Equipment:

1. A manufacturer, bidder, or offeror, or a subsidiary or parent entity of a manufacturer, bidder, or offeror of procured or purchased covered information technology equipment cannot be an entity or parent company of an entity listed on any of the following:

(i) Department of Defense’s Chinese Military Company List;

(ii) Department of the Treasury’s Non-SDN Chinese Military Industrial Complex Companies List;

(iii) Department of Commerce’s Denied Persons List, Entity List, or Military End User List, if the entity is—

(A) An agency or instrumentality of the People’s Republic of China;

(B) An entity headquartered in the People’s Republic of China; or

(C) directly or indirectly owned or controlled by an agency, instrumentality, or entity described in subparagraph (A) or (B); or

(iv) Department of Homeland Security’s Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity List.

2. The contractor must include the terms and conditions of this clause in every subcontract or purchase order so that these disclosures will be binding on every subcontractor, third party, or vendor.

3. The following certification must be completed, signed, and returned with the contractor’s/offeror’s bid, quotation, or proposal. The Government will not consider offers for award from contractors/offerors that do not complete the certification. Any incomplete responses may be deemed ineligible for evaluation and award.

Certification:

I certify that [insert name of offeror]:

[ ] Is in compliance with the VAAR clause 852.240-70, Compliance with Public Law 119-37, Section 258

(DEVIATION] [MAR 2026]

I further certify that if awarded this contract, [insert name of offeror] will monitor the entity lists within this clause to ensure continued compliance for [insert name of offeror] and all of its subcontractors and will notify the Contracting Officer immediately with any change that may result in noncompliance. I further certify that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of [insert name of offeror].

Printed Name: _______________________________________ Printed Title: ________________________________________ Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________________ Company Name: _____________________________________

C.7 VAAR 852.252-70 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS OR CLAUSES

INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (JAN 2008)

The following provisions or clauses incorporated by reference in this solicitation must be completed by the offeror or prospective contractor and submitted with the quotation or offer.

Copies of these provisions or clauses are available on the Internet at the Web sites provided in the provision at FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference, or the clause at FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference. Copies may also be obtained from the contracting officer.

(End of Clause)

(END OF ADDENDUM TO 52.212-4)

(END OF SECTION C)

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR

ATTACHMENTS

See https://sam.gov/wage-determinations, WD 2015-5237 REV 30 5.13.26.

https://sam.gov/wage-determinations

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY

REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions 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. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

FAR

Number

Title Date

852.233-70 PROTEST CONTENT/ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE

RESOLUTION

OCT 2018

(End of Provision)

E.2 ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—

COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

Provisions that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available.

The following provisions are incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum to this solicitation:

FAILURE TO SUBMIT A COMPLETE OFFER

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE

INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS

ADDENDUM WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL

FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR

AWARD.

SUBMITTING OFFER TO ANY PERSON NOT BELOW WILL

BE CONSIDERED DIVULGING SOURCE SELECTION

INFORMATION, AND VIOLATION OF THE PROCUREMENT

INTEGRITY ACT.

Submission of Questions and Proposals:

Questions: All questions must be received by Monday, June 22, 2026, at 10:00 am CST. All questions submitted for this solicitation must be electronically sent to the following email addresses: elizabeth.muela@va.gov. Please title email with Solicitation Number, Questions.

Questions must clearly identify which part of the solicitation. Questions received after the stated https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul mailto:elizabeth.muela@va.gov date and time may be addressed at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Answers to questions will be addressed via an amendment to the solicitation and posted to https://www.sam.gov.

Proposals: All proposals are due NLT Monday June 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST via e-mail only to elizabeth.muela@va.gov. Quotes must be received on or before the date and time specified in Block 8 of the SF 1449. Please title email with Solicitation Number, Proposal Submission. All proposals must be submitted in one (1) volume and labeled with RFQ Number, Offeror’s Company Name, and the appropriate volume number. All proposals must be in a PDF format with the Solicitation Number, the Offerors’ name and Volume number.

PROPOSALS RECEIVED AFTER THE DUE DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE

CONSIDERED FOR AWARD. PROPOSALS MUST NOT INCLUDE CAPABILITY

STATEMENTS OR SBA LETTERS VERIFYING SDVOSB STATUS. FAILURE TO

RETURN ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AS OUTLINED BELOW WILL

REMOVE OFFEROR FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD.

VOLUME I MUST NOT CONTAIN THE PWS OR ANY CLAUSES AND

PROVISIONS NOT REQUIRED TO BE FILLED OUT, SIGNED AND

RETURNED. DO NOT ADD ANY CLAUSES OR PROVISIONS TO YOUR

OFFER THAT ARE NOT IN THIS SOLICITATION. THE FAR, PER

EXECUTIVE ORDER, RESTORING COMMON SENSE TO FEDERAL

PROCUREMENT, IS BEING REVISED. SEE FAR 52.252.2 FOR LINK.

OFFEROR’S ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THE DOCUMENTATION

IN VOLUME I TECHNICAL AND VOLUME II REDACTED TECHNICAL ARE

THE SAME.

VOLUME I: Must be one (1) entire PDF document and contain only the following documentation in the order listed below. VOLUME I MUST NOT CONTAIN THE

PWS OR ANY CLAUSES AND PROVISIONS NOT REQUIRED TO BE FILLED

OUT, SIGNED, AND RETURNED. VOLUME I MUST ONLY CONTAIN THE

BELOW:

Solicitation, Offer and Award Documents, Representations and Certifications. Only the signed SF 1449, any SF30’s, Section B.1 (filled out by the Offeror), Section B.2, and any clauses or provisions requiring fill-in and signature by the Offeror. All Offeror’s are required to complete Blocks 12, 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c, and Section B.1.a. Block 12 (Discount Terms) refers to discount Contractor will give the Government for prompt payment in percentage (i.e., Net 20). All Offeror’s are required to fill out and return all Clauses and Provisions that have fill-ins. Failure to return all fill-in Clauses and Provisions will make Offeror ineligible for award. The Government will not accept Clauses and Provisions from SAM.gov, as SAM.gov does not contain VA Acquisition and Representation Clauses and Provisions.

Price. Price using B.2 Schedule of Services continuation section. An Excel spreadsheet may be used but shall in the same format as Schedule B.2. The price proposal must be specific, complete in every detail, and separate from the technical proposal. Prices will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness and will be compared against competing proposals and the independent Government cost estimate. Prices must be listed as an all-https://www.sam.gov/ mailto:elizabeth.muela@va.gov inclusive Firm Fixed Unit Price that covers in full those services under each CLIN.

Pricing shall not include option pricing for a CLIN. If option pricing is provided the Government will use the higher price.

Technical Approach. Only the offeror’s technical approach for fulfilling the requirements of the PWS. The technical approach page count DOES NOT include any technical documentation the Government asks for. DO NOT PROVIDE A

CAPABILITY STATEMENT WITH YOUR TECHNICAL PROPOSAL. DO NOT

RENAME OR ADD THE PHRASE CAPABILITY STATEMENT TO THE

TECHNICAL APPROACH.

Past Performance. The Government will obtain past performance information from CPARS. Offerors must only provide past performance where Offeror was the prime contractor. Submission must include the contract number and not the solicitation number. Emphasis will be on recent, relevant past performance. Recent is defined as work performed within the last 5 years. Relevant is defined as work similar in size and scope of the work described in the Performance Work Statement.

Volume Title Digital Copies Maximum Pages

I Solicitation, Offer and Award Documents, and Representations and Certifications 1 No page limit (PDF)

I Technical Approach (See Addendum FAR 52.212-2 for what is being evaluated) 1

25 (PDF) Does not include Technical Exhibits

I Price 1 No page limit (PDF and/or Excel)

I Past Performance 1 No more than 5 references NOTE: Pages that exceed the required page limitations will not be evaluated. Additional pages over the maximum allowed will be removed or not read and will not be evaluated by the Government.

All proposals must be valid for 90 days from closing date of solicitation. The Government will not accept more than one (1) proposal per Offeror. (This supersedes FAR 52.212-1(e), Multiple offers.) PROPOSALS RECEIVED AFTER THE DUE DATE AND TIME WILL

NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AWARD.

A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, will result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

SDVOSB’s: Upon receipt of proposal, certification of status will be verified. The SBA’s Small Business Search will be utilized to determine SDVOSB status and is located at:

https://search.certifications.sba.gov/. DO NOT SUBMIT SBA LETTERS VERIFYING

SDVOSB STATUS.

Failure to submit a complete offer in accordance with the instructions contained in this addendum WILL result in removal from further consideration for award.

(End of Addendum 52.212-1) https://search.certifications.sba.gov/

E.3 52.212-2 EVALUATION - COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

Technical Price Past Performance

Technical and past performance, when combined, are .

(b) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of Provision)

E.4 ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-2 EVALUATION – COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

The following Evaluation Criteria is incorporated into 52.212-2 as an addendum to the solicitation:

All quote submissions will be screened to ensure the minimum solicitation requirements have been met. Those requirements are outlined within the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors.

Failure to submit a complete offer will result in removal from further consideration for award.

Quotes that met the minimum solicitation requirements will then be reviewed on an individual basis to determine Technical Capability when matched against the SOW and past performance suitability.

Next, the comparative evaluation will commence. Quotes will be compared against one another in a pairwise fashion to determine which quote provides the best overall value to the government using technical capability, past performance, and price.

The…