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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

636-26-4-5058-0183

36C26326Q0992 07-31-2026

Amanda Patterson-Elliott 319-688-3578 08-17-2026 5:00pm CDT

36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

X 100

X

238220

$19 Million

N/A

X

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VA NWI HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS

4101 WOOLWORTH AVE.

OMAHA, NE 68105

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

FMS-VA-2(101)

FINANCIAL SERVICES CENTER

PO BOX 149971

AUSTIN TX 78714-9971

See CONTINUATION Page

This is a Request for Quotes for HVAC system repairs for the NWI - Omaha VA Medical Center, as described in the attached Statement of Work.

This is a total small business set-aside.

A Site Visit is scheduled for this requirement on:

August 11, 2026 at 9:00am CST Further details are provided in the SOW.

Technical questions must be received via email no later than 10:00am CST on August 13, 2026.

Quotes must be received no later than 10:00am CST on August 18, 2026.

Submit all technical questions and quotes to:

amanda.patterson-elliott@va.gov

See CONTINUATION Page 636-3660162-5058-854200-2548-010055592 636-26-4-5058-0183

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Amanda Patterson-Elliott

VA-VHA-RPOC-2026-0038

36C26326Q0992

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 STATEMENT OF WORK

B.3 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.2 52.222-36 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (NOV

2025) (DEVIATION)

C.3 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY

2014)

C.4 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS

(DEVIATION APR 2026)

C.5 52.223-23 SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.6 52.240-91 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

C.7 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

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

SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.3 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.4 52.240-90 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS REPRESENTATIONS

AND CERTIFICATIONS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB

1998)

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 Officer 36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

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, or

[X] 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears:

a. Quarterly []

b. Semi-Annually []

c. Other [X] Upon completion and acceptance

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

B.2 STATEMENT OF WORK

STATEMENT OF WORK

Project Name: HVAC Converter Repairs & Deficiencies

Location of Services

OMAHA VAMC, 4101 Woolworth Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105

A Site Visit is scheduled for this requirement.

Site Visit Details:

Date: 8/11/2026 at 9:00am CST

Interested parties shall report to the Engineering Office, Roob B618, located in the basement of the main hospital building.

For day-of-site visit access or if you are lost while traveling to the meeting location, contact Niko Poulos at (402) 740-0771. This point of contact is not authorized to respond to solicitation, technical, or contractual questions. All questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer in accordance with the solicitation instructions.

SCOPE OF WORK OVERVIEW

If any of the projects listed below that affect patient care or equipment directly involved in patient care must be done after hours, weekends, or coordinating with affected in advance to schedule downtime. If the equipment in the affected area must be shut down for prolonged period, contractor is to provide temporary solution to ensure area can still perform patient care related duties.

AC Plant -Tube and shell heat exchanger 1

• Replace converter one tube bundle and gaskets, current one is compromised, glycol is being diluted due to a leak.

1. Contractor to take apart existing converter.

2. Contractor is to do a one-to-one or equivalent replacement of existing tube bundle.

3. Contractor is to ensure converter is connected properly to the BMS and tested to show compatibility with existing system.

4. Damaged or removed insulation should be restored to original state.

5. Contractor is to test for any deficiencies such as leaks, cracks, and dilution of glycol within system, etc.

Converter Serial #: 154511-01 Part# BY526012108001 Bell & Gossett: SU 129-2

Sleep Room 6506 – Steam Coil and Trap Replacement

1. Contractor to take apart existing coil.

2. Contractor is to do a one to one or equivalent replacement of existing coil and add steam trap.

3. Contractor is to ensure coil and steam trap is connected properly and tested to show compatibility with existing system.

4. Contractor is to test for any deficiencies such as leaks, cracks, etc.

5. Work Performed on Saturday.

6. Ensure free egress around work area in corridor during all work.

Building 9 – Steam Coil and Valve Replacements

• Replace 7 coils in reception area, add 7 filter banks for coils, add 7 steam traps. Replace

(7) 2way control valves, coils, and actuators associated with flow control through the coils that were replaced and ensure that the new actuators are connected to the BMS.

Provide re-insulation.

• Refer to mechanical drawing for additional layout information.

• Any work in BLDG 9 (Dialysis) needs to be done after hours Monday-Saturday 0700-

3:30 pm.

1. Contractor to take apart existing coil.

2. Contractor is to do a one to one or equivalent replacement of existing coil.

3. Contractor is to ensure coil is connected properly and tested to show compatibility with existing system.

4. Qty 5 - Unit Tag: Job No. 32276A - Replacement Rev0 Coil: FSL-500x30.0-1R-.0F-

WR-N Steam Distributing Coil 5/8 x 0.049 Stnls 304 Tubes 0.014 Al 1100 Fins at 9 fpi 16 Ga Galvanized Steel Casing side pan Stacking Flanges.

5. Qty 2 - Unit Tag: Job No. 32276B - Replacement Rev0 Coil: BSL-300x12.0-1R-0.0F- WR-N Basic Steam Coil 5/8 x 0.049 Stnls 304 Tubes 0.014 Al 1100 Fins at 10 fpi 16 Ga Galvanized Steel Casing side pan Stacking Flanges.

6. Replace all actuator controls in building 9.

7. Contractor is to ensure new controls are Andover/Schneider Electric EcoStruxure or at least compatible with those systems.

8. Ensure controls are connected to hospital Building Automation System (BAS).

9. Contractor is to install new belimo valves or those that meet the salient characteristics into new coils.

10. Contractor is to ensure that new belimo valves are working with control system. & can be open and closed through the BAS.

Microbiology Preheat Glycol Pump Skid Replacement

• Armstrong Heat Transfer Package Model#: IPS-3002 Serial#: P0008001 System Flow: 50 US GPM System Head: 20 FT System Power Supply: 460V

1. Contractor is to replace skid with one meeting the salient characteristics of skid listed above. As well as being piped in parallel with ability to isolate single pump for maintenance.

2. Contractor is to install and ensure new preheat pump is connected properly to the BMS and tested to ensure compatibility and function with existing system.

3. Ensure contractor is to replace old skid and heat pump with one-to-one replacement, or one that meets necessary requirements.

4. Contractor to remove and properly dispose of and replace existing glycol per EPA State & Federal regulations.

5. Contractor is to test for any deficiencies such as leaks, cracks, etc.

Cross-Connection Investigation and Report

1. Contractor is to investigate and submit a report of findings on where cross connection for hot and cold-water loops throughout VAMC (focusing on starting in basement through floor 4) and propose a solution on how to address cross connection.

2. Water is not getting hot or cold, rather staying warm or lukewarm, indicating that there is a cross-connection issue.

AC Plant – ISO Plug Valve Replacements

• Work is expected to occur during or after hours when ambient temperatures hover between 50-65 degrees.

• Contractor is to find and remove old plug valves located throughout BLDG 17 AC Plant and replace them with the following:

1. 2.5” isolation plug valve = Quantity 8

2. 3” isolation plug valve = Quantity 4

3. 4” isolation plug valve = Quantity 4

4. 3” 3-way Control Isolation Valve with 24-volt actuator with modulating 2-10 volt control. Summer Winter

5. 4” Control Isolation Valve with 24-volt actuator with modulating 2-10 volt control.

Summer Winter

6. 6” Control Isolation Valves Floor 5-11.

7. 3” 3-way Control Valve with 24-volt actuator with modulating 2-10 volt control.

8. 4” 3-way Control Valve with 24-volt actuator with modulating 2-10 volt control.

9. 2.5” 3-way Control Valve with 24-volt actuator with modulating 2-10 volt control.

(Quantity 2).

OR5/7 Reheat Steam Coil Replacement

• Any work being done in the Operating Room (OR) shall be done within a HEPA cart only in OR rooms.

1. Contractor to take apart existing coil.

2. Contractor is to do a one to one or equivalent replacement of existing coil and add steam trap.

3. Contractor is to ensure coil and steam trap is connected properly and tested to show compatibility with existing system.

4. Contractor is to test for any deficiencies such as leaks, cracks, etc.

5. Contractor to restore ceiling access and any other related work areas to original state upon completion of required tasks.

6. Work to be performed after normal work hours (0500-1700) or weekends with coordination of OR staff.

AHU 2 Cath Lab Fan Replacement

• All work is to be done after normal working hours.

1. Replace two pillow block bearings on the fan shaft.

2. Replace motor slide base with factory original.

3. Drill cracks (in fan base skid) at end points of existing cracks to minimize spreading.

4. Repair(weld) cracks on fan base mounting.

5. Check fan shaft for any potential deflection.

6. Rotational balancing of fan assembly once reassembled.

PACU Room# 4064 Reheat Steam Coil Replacement

• All work is to be done after normal working hours to minimize disruptions to hospital.

1. Isolate and LOTO Steam Coil and AHU that serves area.

2. Prep area for work.

3. Remove ceiling grid to gain access to work area.

4. Disassemble duct work and steam piping to remove heat exchanger.

5. Remove Steam Coil and replace it.

6. Contractor is to ensure coil is connected properly and tested to show compatibility with existing system.

7. Reinstall duct work.

8. Check for leaks and proper connections.

Safety

Contractor shall ensure enforcement with OSHA safe work practices including but not limited to 29 CFR 1910.147 for lock out tag out of all energy sources. All lift plans shall be provided and approved by VA engineering personnel in advance of work. Contractor shall ensure that all breaker panel schedules are updated as equipment is added or removed.

Contractor shall ensure compliance and post a copy of the latest PCRA and ICRA forms at all jobs sites with Category C, low risk and utilize VA PCRA and ICRA forms found at

• VHA PCRA: http://vaww.hefp.va.gov/resources/vha-pre-construction-risk-assessment-pcra

• VHA ICRA: http://vaww.hefp.va.gov/resources/vha-infection-control-risk-assessment-icra

Work Hours Expected

The contractor shall limit all patient, or staff impacts by phasing work during or after hours.

Normal business hours are 0730-1600. Should services provided not impact on patient or staff services work can be performed during normal business hours. Questions on local facility impacts and work proposed by the contractor shall be directed to the contracting officer representative for approval of work to be performed during or after hours.

Kickoff Meeting

The general contractor shall schedule a kickoff meeting no later than 5 business days following notice to proceed. At a minimum the local site COR, and the contracting officer shall attend.

The contractor shall provide an agenda in preparation of the meeting. The contractor shall take meeting minutes and shall email these notes to all parties included in the meeting invite. At a minimum the contractor shall provide the general contractor contact information that can be reached 24/7 as well as subcontractors, and any required onsite coordination for inspection, testing or deliveries during the duration of the period of performance, any hazards expected, preconstruction risk assessments where applicable and infection control risk assessments where applicable

Certifications

It is the expectation that all contractors meet the below qualifications. If contracted employees change from the proposal provided in the solicitation the general contractor shall provide credentials for VA review and approval prior to work.

General contractor shall provide one OSHA “Competent Person” (CP) to be physically present at all job sites. This individual shall be directly employed by the general contractor with authority to speak on behalf of the general contractor. This individual shall be capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings and working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees, and who has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them (see 29 CFR 1926.32(f)). The prime contractor(s) are responsible for informing their subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract and the penalties for noncompliance, coordinating the work to prevent one craft from interfering with or creating hazardous working conditions for other crafts, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that Mishap prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

This individual shall have a current OSHA 30 certification and provide no less than 3 years’ worth of job related experience similar to that being asked in this contract.

Where work Qualified Persons shall as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 have demonstrated skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of electrical equipment and https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fvaww.hefp.va.gov%2Fresources%2Fvha-pre-construction-risk-assessment-pcra&data=05%7C01%7C%7C35fabe489a224e29ca4e08db6379f655%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C638213147692050152%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=O%2B4gD79A6%2BxSKltZgLa95UUPtMlvZHR9j1fVypepzpM%3D&reserved=0 https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fvaww.hefp.va.gov%2Fresources%2Fvha-pre-construction-risk-assessment-pcra&data=05%7C01%7C%7C35fabe489a224e29ca4e08db6379f655%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C638213147692050152%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=O%2B4gD79A6%2BxSKltZgLa95UUPtMlvZHR9j1fVypepzpM%3D&reserved=0 https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fvaww.hefp.va.gov%2Fresources%2Fvha-infection-control-risk-assessment-icra&data=05%7C01%7C%7C35fabe489a224e29ca4e08db6379f655%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C638213147692050152%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KxMLKZWCHwpofa25RiHcYe1kKwSqEL9doVcRTmxnsNw%3D&reserved=0 installations and received safety training to identify the hazards and reduce the associated risk.

Training must be classroom, on-the-job or a combination of the two. The type and extent of training must be proportionate to the risk to the employee. The general contractor shall provide qualified persons that are licensed journeyman or master electricians for Nebraska. Licensure of each qualified person shall be provided as well as training certifications

HVAC technicians shall provide evidence of having met the qualifications of qualified person above. Technicians shall provide EPA 608 technician certification. Technicians shall provide training certifications for the equipment involving servicing or shall provide NATE certification in its place.

General Requirements

Shall contractors’ work involve any of the below the stated requirement shall be met.

All work shall comply with the most recent edition of USACE EM 385-1-1, comply with 29 CFR 1926, comply with 29 CFR 1910 as incorporated by reference within 29 CFR 1926, comply with ASSP A10.34, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards for resolution before starting work.

Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern except with specific approval and acceptance.

All electrical work shall comply with VHA Directive 1028, NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70B, NFPA 70E, 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart J – General Environmental Controls, 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart S – Electrical, and 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K.

All installation, maintenance, and servicing of equipment or machinery shall comply with 29 CFR

1910.147 except for specifically referenced operations in 29 CFR 1926

All hot work shall be safeguarded in accordance with NFPA 241 and NFPA 51B. Hot work permits shall be issued daily for work in accordance with local policy.

All confined space entry shall comply with 29 CFR 1926, Subpart AA except for specifically referenced operations in 29 CFR 1926.

All floor and wall openings shall comply with 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M and EM 385-1-1.

The fall protection (FP) threshold height requirement is 4ft for ALL WORK in government occupied sites, unless the OSHA 29 CFR 1926 or EM 385-1-1 requirements are more stringent.

All work at or above this threshold shall meet OSHA or EM 385-1-1 whichever is more stringent.

Contractor shall maintain free and unobstructed access to facility emergency services and for fire, police and other emergency response forces in accordance with NFPA 241

Contractors shall follow OSHA standard 1926.405(a)(2)(i) when applicable which states temporary wiring shall be removed immediately upon completion of construction or the purpose for which the wiring was installed.

Government Furnished Property or Space

The contractor will not be provided government furnished property. Contractor equipment shall be removed or approved on a case-by-case basis by the contracting officer representative. The government is not liable for theft or security of such equipment if approved.

Job Hazard Analysis

Shall any of the below hazards be expected or present themselves during the work, an activity hazard analysis also known as a job hazard analyses, job safety analyses and activity safety analyses shall be performed meeting all of the requirements from the below. Deviations will only be approved by the contracting officer.

Job Site Risks associated with the below

1) Emergency response;

2) Contingency for severe weather;

3) Fire Prevention;

4) Medical Support;

5) Posting of emergency telephone numbers;

6) Prevention of alcohol and drug abuse;

7) Site sanitation (housekeeping, drinking water, toilets);

8) Night operations and lighting;

9) Hazard communication program;

10) Welding/Cutting “Hot” work;

11) Electrical Safe Work Practices (Electrical LOTO/NFPA 70E);

12) General Electrical Safety;

13) Hazardous energy control (LOTO);

14) Site-Specific Fall Protection & Prevention;

15) Excavation/trenching;

16) Asbestos abatement;

17) Lead abatement;

18) Crane Critical lift;

19) Respiratory protection;

20) Health hazard control program;

21) Radiation Safety Program;

22) Abrasive blasting;

23) Heat/Cold Stress Monitoring;

24) Crystalline Silica Monitoring (Assessment);

25) Demolition plan (to include engineering survey);

26) Formwork and shoring erection and removal;

27) Pre-Cast Concrete;

28) Public (Mandatory compliance with ANSI/ASSP A10.34-2012);

29) Sub-contractor or cross-trade coordination;

Before beginning each work activity involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations or where a new work crew or sub-contractor is to perform the work, the Contractor(s) performing that work activity shall prepare an AHA (Example electronic AHA forms can be found on the US Army Corps of Engineers web site)

AHAs shall define the activities being performed and identify the work sequences, the specific anticipated hazards, site conditions, equipment, materials, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level of risk.

Work shall not begin until the AHA for the work activity has been accepted by the Contracting Officer Representatives and discussed with all engaged in the activity, including the Contractor, subcontractor(s), and Government on-site representatives at preparatory and initial control phase meetings.

The names of the Competent/Qualified Person(s) required for a particular activity (for example, excavations, scaffolding, fall protection, other activities as specified by OSHA, EM 385-1-1, or other State and Local agencies) shall be identified and included in the AHA. Certification of their competency/qualification shall be submitted to the contracting officer representative for acceptance prior to the start of that work activity.

The AHA shall be reviewed and modified as necessary to address changing site conditions, operations, or change of competent/qualified person(s).

If more than one Competent/Qualified Person is used on the AHA activity, a list of names shall be submitted as an attachment to the AHA. Those listed must be Competent/Qualified for the type of work involved in the AHA and familiar with current site safety issues.

If a new Competent/Qualified Person (not on the original list) is added, the list shall be updated (an administrative action not requiring an updated AHA). The new person shall acknowledge in writing that he or she has reviewed the AHA and is familiar with current site safety issues.

Submit AHAs to the contracting officer, primary contracting officer representative and alternate contracting officer representative. Included with AHA’s for any electrical work shall include a contractor provided simplified one line diagram indicating all potential power sources and after work ensuring corrections to such diagram occur.

TMS Training Requirement: TMS 20939 No Access Training is required for all contracting personnel

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Records Management Language for Contracts RECORDS MANAGEMENT OBLIGATIONS

Applicability This clause applies to all Contractors whose employees create, work with, or otherwise handle Federal records, as defined in Section B, regardless of the medium in which the record exists.

Definitions “Federal record” as defined in 44 U.S.C. § 3301, includes all recorded information, regardless of form or characteristics, made or received by a Federal agency under Federal law or in connection with the transaction of public business and preserved or appropriate for preservation by that agency or its legitimate successor as evidence of the organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures, operations, or other activities of the United States Government or because of the informational value of data in them.

The term Federal record:

includes Department of Veteran Affairs records.

does not include personal materials.

applies to records created, received, or maintained by Contractors pursuant to their Department of Veteran Affairs contract.

may include deliverables and documentation associated with deliverables.

Requirements Contractor shall comply with all applicable records management laws and regulations, as well as National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) records policies, including but not limited to the Federal Records Act (44 U.S.C. chs. 21, 29, 31, 33), NARA regulations at 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B, and those policies associated with the safeguarding of records covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). These policies include the preservation of all records, regardless of form or characteristics, mode of transmission, or state of completion.

In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, all data created for Government use and delivered to, or falling under the legal control of, the Government are Federal records subject to the provisions of 44 U.S.C. chapters 21, 29, 31, and 33, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), as amended, and the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended and must be managed and scheduled for disposition only as permitted by statute or regulation.

In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, Contractor shall maintain all records created for Government use or created in the course of performing the contract and/or delivered to, or under the legal control of the Government and must be managed in accordance with Federal law. Electronic records and associated metadata must be accompanied by sufficient technical documentation to permit understanding and use of the records and data.

Department of Veteran Affairs and its contractors are responsible for preventing the alienation or unauthorized destruction of records, including all forms of mutilation. Records may not be removed from the legal custody of Department of Veteran Affairs or destroyed except for in accordance with the provisions of the agency records schedules and with the written concurrence of the Head of the Contracting Activity. Willful and unlawful destruction, damage or alienation of Federal records is subject to the fines and penalties imposed by 18 U.S.C. 2701. In the event of any unlawful or accidental removal, defacing, alteration, or destruction of records, Contractor must report to Department of Veteran Affairs. The agency must report promptly to NARA in accordance with 36 CFR 1230.

The Contractor shall immediately notify the appropriate Contracting Officer upon discovery of any inadvertent or unauthorized disclosures of information, data, documentary materials, records or equipment. Disclosure of non-public information is limited to authorized personnel with a need-to-know as described in the contract action. The Contractor shall ensure that the appropriate personnel, administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are established to ensure the security and confidentiality of this information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is properly protected. The Contractor shall not remove material from Government facilities or systems, or facilities or systems operated or maintained on the Government’s behalf, without the express written permission of the Head of the Contracting Activity. When information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is no longer required, it shall be returned to Department of Veteran Affairs control or the Contractor must hold it until otherwise directed. Items returned to the Government shall be hand carried, mailed, emailed, or securely electronically transmitted to the Contracting Officer or address prescribed in the contract action. Destruction of records is EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED unless in accordance with Paragraph (4).

The Contractor is required to obtain the Contracting Officer's approval prior to engaging in any contractual relationship (sub-contractor) in support of this contract requiring the disclosure of information, documentary material and/or records generated under, or relating to, contracts. The Contractor (and any sub-contractor) is required to abide by Government and Department of Veteran Affairs guidance for protecting sensitive, proprietary information, classified, and controlled unclassified information.

The Contractor shall only use Government IT equipment for purposes specifically tied to or authorized by the contract and in accordance with Department of Veteran Affairs policy.

The Contractor shall not create or maintain any records containing any non-public Department of Veteran Affairs information that are not specifically tied to or authorized by the contract.

The Contractor shall not retain, use, sell, or disseminate copies of any deliverable that contains information covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 or that which is generally protected from public disclosure by an exemption to the Freedom of Information Act.

The Department of Veteran Affairs owns the rights to all data and records produced as part of this contract. All deliverables under the contract are the property of the U.S. Government for which Department of Veteran Affairs shall have unlimited rights to use, dispose of, or disclose such data contained therein as it determines to be in the public interest. Any Contractor rights in the data or deliverables must be identified as required by FAR 52.227-11 through FAR 52.227- 20.

Training. All Contractor employees assigned to this contract who create, work with, or otherwise handle records are required to take Department of Veteran Affairs-provided records management training. The Contractor is responsible for confirming training has been completed according to agency policies, including initial training and any annual or refresher training.

[Note: To the extent an agency requires contractors to complete records management training, the agency must provide the training to the contractor.] Flowdown of requirements to subcontractors

The Contractor shall incorporate the substance of this clause, its terms and requirements including this paragraph, in all subcontracts under this contract action, and require written subcontractor acknowledgment of same.

Violation by a subcontractor of any provision set forth in this clause will be attributed to the Contractor.

VA INFORMATION AND INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY/PRIVACY LANGUAGE FOR

INCLUSION INTO CONTRACTS

1.1. GENERAL

1.1.1. This entire section applies to all acquisitions requiring any Information Security and Privacy language. Contractors, contractor personnel, subcontractors and subcontractor personnel will be subject to the same federal laws, regulations, standards, VA directives and handbooks, as VA personnel regarding information and information system security and privacy.

1.2. VA INFORMATION CUSTODIAL LANGUAGE

1.2.1. The Government shall receive unlimited rights to data/intellectual property first produced and delivered in the performance of this contract or order (hereinafter “contract”) unless expressly stated otherwise in this contract. This includes all rights to source code and all documentation created in support thereof. The primary clause used to define Government and Contractor data rights is FAR 52.227-14 Rights in Data – General. The primary clause used to define computer software license (not data/intellectual property first produced under this contractor or order) is FAR 52.227-19, Commercial Computer Software License.

1.2.2. Information made available to the contractor by VA for the performance or administration of this contract will be used only for the purposes specified in the service agreement, SOW, PWS, PD, and/or contract. The contractor shall not use VA information in any other manner without prior written approval from a VA Contracting Officer (CO). The primary clause used to define Government and Contractor data rights is FAR 52.227-14 Rights in Data – General.

1.2.3. VA information will not be co-mingled with any other data on the contractor’s information systems or media storage systems. The contractor shall ensure compliance with Federal and VA requirements related to data protection, data encryption, physical data segregation, logical data segregation, classification requirements and media sanitization.

1.2.4. VA reserves the right to conduct scheduled or unscheduled audits, assessments, or investigations of contractor Information Technology (IT) resources to ensure information security is compliant with Federal and VA requirements. The contractor shall provide all necessary access to records (including electronic and documentary materials related to the contracts and subcontracts) and support (including access to contractor and subcontractor staff associated with the contract) to VA, VA's Office Inspector General (OIG), and/or Government Accountability Office (GAO) staff during periodic control assessments, audits, or investigation

1.2.5. The contractor may only use VA information within the terms of the contract and applicable Federal law, regulations, and VA policies. If new Federal information security laws, regulations or VA policies become applicable after execution of the contract, the parties agree to negotiate contract modification and adjustment necessary to implement the new laws, regulations, and/or policies.

1.2.6. The contractor shall not make copies of VA information except as specifically authorized and necessary to perform the terms of the contract. If copies are made for restoration purposes, after the restoration is complete, the copies shall be destroyed in accordance with VA Directive 6500, VA Cybersecurity Program and VA Information Security Knowledge Service.

1.2.7. If a Veterans Health Administration (VHA) contract is terminated for default or cause with a business associate, the related local Business Associate Agreement (BAA) shall also be terminated and actions taken in accordance with VHA Directive 1605.05, Business Associate

Agreements. If there is an executed national BAA associated with the contract, VA will determine what actions are appropriate and notify the contactor.

1.2.8. The contractor shall store and transmit VA sensitive information in an encrypted form, using VA-approved encryption tools which are, at a minimum, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2, Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules (or its successor) validated and in conformance with VA Information Security Knowledge Service requirements.

The contractor shall transmit VA sensitive information using VA approved Transport Layer Security (TLS) configured with FIPS based cipher suites in conformance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-52, Guidelines for the Selection, Configuration and Use of Transport Layer Security (TLS) Implementations.

1.2.9. The contractor’s firewall and web services security controls, as applicable, shall meet or exceed VA’s minimum requirements.

1.2.10. Except for uses and disclosures of VA information authorized by this contract for performance of the contract, the contractor may use and disclose VA information only in two situations: (i) in response to a qualifying order of a court of competent jurisdiction after notification to VA CO (ii) with written approval from the VA CO. The contractor shall refer all requests for, demands for production of or inquiries about, VA information and information systems to the VA CO for response.

1.2.11. Notwithstanding the provision above, the contractor shall not release VA records protected by Title 38 U.S.C. § 5705, Confidentiality of medical quality-assurance records and/or Title 38 U.S.C. § 7332, Confidentiality of certain medical records pertaining to drug addiction, sickle cell anemia, alcoholism or alcohol abuse or infection with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). If the contractor is in receipt of a court order or other requests for the above-mentioned information, the contractor shall immediately refer such court order or other requests to the VA CO for response.

1.2.12. Information made available to the contractor by VA for the performance or administration of this contract or information developed by the contractor in performance or administration of the contract will be protected and secured in accordance with VA Directive 6500 and Identity and Access Management (IAM) Security processes specified in the VA Information Security Knowledge Service.

1.2.13. Any data destruction done on behalf of VA by a contractor shall be done in accordance with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) requirements as outlined in VA Directive 6300, Records and Information Management, VA Handbook 6300.1, Records Management Procedures, and applicable VA Records Control Schedules.

1.2.14. The contractor shall provide its plan for destruction of all VA data in its possession according to VA Directive 6500 and NIST 800-88, Guidelines for Media Sanitization prior to termination or completion of this contract. If directed by the COR/CO, the contractor shall return all Federal Records to VA for disposition.

1.2.15. Any media, such as paper, magnetic tape, magnetic disks, solid state devices or optical discs that is used to store, process, or access VA information that cannot be destroyed shall be returned to VA. The contractor shall hold the appropriate material until otherwise directed by the

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or CO. Items shall be returned securely via VA-approved methods. VA sensitive information must be transmitted utilizing VA-approved encryption tools which are validated under FIPS 140-2 (or its successor) and NIST 800-52. If mailed, the contractor shall send via a trackable method (USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc.) and immediately provide the COR/CO with the tracking information. Self-certification by the contractor that the data destruction requirements above have been met shall be sent to the COR/CO within 30 business days of termination of the contract.

1.2.16. All electronic storage media (hard drives, optical disks, CDs, back-up tapes, etc.) used to store, process or access VA information will not be returned to the contractor at the end of lease, loan, or trade-in. Exceptions to this paragraph will only be granted with the written approval of the VA CO.

B.3 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

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DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES/SERVI

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QUANTI

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UNI

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0.00 JB _______________

AC Plant -Tube and shell heat exchanger 1 Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER: NA

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: NA

Sleep Room 6506 – Steam Coil and Trap Replacement Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

Building 9 – Steam Coil and Valve Replacements Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

Microbiology Preheat Glycol Pump Skid Replacement Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

Cross-Connection Investigation and Report Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

AC Plant – ISO Plug Valve Replacements Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

OR5/7 Reheat Steam Coil Replacement Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

AHU 2 Cath Lab Fan Replacement Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

PACU Room# 4064 Reheat Steam Coil Replacement Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-24-2026 POP End: 11-24-2026 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J041 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): NA

GRAND TOTAL _______________

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) Definitions. The clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated by reference.

(b) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post acceptance rights—

(1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered;

and

(2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item.

(c) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

(d) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

(e) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71, Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause FAR 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated in this contract by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence. Examples of occurrences include acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. When an excusable delay occurs, the Contractor shall—

(1) Notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as possible;

(2) Remedy the delay as quickly as possible; and

(3) Notify the Contracting Officer when the occurrence is over.

(g) Invoice. The Government will handle invoices according to the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and 5 CFR part 1315. The Contractor shall submit invoices to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include the information required by 5 CFR part 1315.9(b).

(h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees, and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark, or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) Payment—

(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract.

(2) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(3) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to have been made on the date that appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.

(4) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the Contractor shall—

(i) Remit the overpayment amount to the payment office cited in the contract along with a description of the overpayment including the—

(A) Circumstances of the overpayment (e.g., duplicate payment, erroneous payment, liquidation errors, date(s) of overpayment);

(B) Affected contract number and delivery order number, if applicable;

(C) Affected line item or subline item, if applicable;

(D) Contractor point of contact; and

(ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer.

(5) Interest.

(i) All amounts that become payable by the Contractor to the Government under this contract shall bear simple interest from the date due until paid unless paid within 30 days of becoming due. The interest rate shall be the interest rate established by the Secretary of the

Treasury as provided in 41 U.S.C. 7109, which is applicable to the period in which the amount becomes due, as provided in (i)(6)(v) of this clause, and then at the rate applicable for each six-month period as fixed by the Secretary until the amount is paid.

(ii) The Government may issue a demand…