Solicitation 36C26126Q0246 Quarterly Compressor Maintenance.pdf

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

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

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

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

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

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SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

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

640-26-1-5051-0032

36C26126Q0246

6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

12-22-2025

Tim Smith | Timothy.smith9de3@va.gov 916-923-4517 1-16-2026

15:00 PST

612MCP

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21

X 100

X

811310

$12.5 Million

N/A

X

See Performance Work Statement

612MCP

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21

Department of Veterans Affairs FMS VA-9(101) Financial Services Center

PO Box 149971 Austin TX 78714-9971

See CONTINUATION Page

Requirement for Quarterly Compressor Maintenance for VA Palo Alto Heath Care System (VAPAHCS)

Base Period of Performance: 2/01/2026 - 1/31/2027 with four 1-year option periods

Note 1: Offerors shall follow the submission instructions specified in Addendum to FAR Provision 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 included in this solicitation. Failure to follow the instructions will result in an unfavorable evaluation and may not be considered for award

Note 2: All questions must be submitted no later than 1/09/2026 at 1:00 PM PST to Timothy.smith9de3@va.gov Note 3: See site visit information located on page 49

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X

Tim Smith Contracting Officer

36C26126Q0246

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

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2023)

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

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

C.4 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000) ... 31

C.5 SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

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

(DEVIATION)

C.7 VAAR 852.242-71 ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTING OFFICER (OCT 2020) ... 41

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL

ITEMS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

E.2 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB

1998)

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

E.4 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

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

E.6 52.237-1 SITE VISIT (APR 1984)

E.7 52.240-90 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS REPRESENTATIONS

AND CERTIFICATIONS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.8 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL

SERVICES (NOV 2021)

E.9 ADDENDUM TO 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (NOV 2021) .. 54

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 36C261 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21

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

[] 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears:

a. Quarterly []

b. Semi-Annually []

c. Other [X] Quarterly

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.

Presentment and Payment System – The FSC uses a third-party contractor, Tungsten, to transition vendors from paper to electronic invoice submission. Please go to this website:

http://www.tungsten-network.com/US/en/veterans-affairs/ to register and begin submitting electronic invoices, free of charge. The Department of Veterans Affairs Tungsten Number is:

AAA544240062 (this allows you to file invoices online for free.)

More information on the VA Financial Services Center is available at http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp.

Vendor e-Invoice Set-Up Information:

If you have questions about the e-invoicing program or Tungsten, please contact the FSC at the phone number or email address listed below:

• Tungsten e-Invoice Setup Information: 1-877-489-6135

• Tungsten e-Invoice email: VA.Registration@Tungsten-Network.com

• FSC e-Invoice Contact Information: 1-877-353-9791

• FSC e-invoice email: vafsccshd@va.gov

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

4.00 QTR __________________ __________________

Provide quarterly compressor maintenance for Palo Alto Division (PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 02-01-2026 POP End: 01-31-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment - Pumps and Compressors

MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER (MPN): N/A

Provide quarterly compressor maintenance for Menlo Park Division (PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 02-01-2026 POP End: 01-31-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

Provide quarterly compressor maintenance for Livermore Division (PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 02-01-2026 POP End: 01-31-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

1.00 YR __________________ __________________

Additional pre-priced line item for repairs $150,000.00. **NOT

QUOTABLE**

Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 02-01-2026 POP End: 01-31-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 02-01-2027 POP End: 01-31-2028 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 02-01-2027 POP End: 01-31-2028 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 02-01-2027 POP End: 01-31-2028 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

QUOTABLE**

Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 02-01-2027 POP End: 01-31-2028 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 02-01-2028 POP End: 01-31-2029 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 02-01-2028 POP End: 01-31-2029 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 02-01-2028 POP End: 01-31-2029

PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

Additional pre-priced line item for repairs$150,000.00. **NOT

QUOTABLE**

Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 02-01-2028 POP End: 01-31-2029 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 02-01-2029 POP End: 01-31-2030 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 02-01-2029 POP End: 01-31-2030 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

Provide quarterly compressor maintenance for Livermore Division (PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 02-01-2029 POP End: 01-31-2030 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

Additional pre-priced line item for repairs$150,000.00. **NOT

QUOTABLE**

Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 02-01-2029 POP End: 01-31-2030 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 02-01-2030 POP End: 01-31-2031 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 02-01-2030 POP End: 01-31-2031 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

(PAD) in accordance with the PWS Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 02-01-2030 POP End: 01-31-2031 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

QUOTABLE**

Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 02-01-2030 POP End: 01-31-2031 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: J043 - Maintenance, Repair, and

GRAND TOTAL __________________

B.3 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Performance Work Statement

Hospital Air Compressors Maintenance Service VA Palo Alto Health Care System

1. GENERAL INTENTION AND REQUIREMENTS

1.0 Contractors are not required to perform services on holidays listed below. If these holidays fall on

Saturday, the preceding Friday will be observed. If these holidays fall on Sunday, the following Monday will be observed. If a holiday falls on a scheduled service day, the Contractor will be responsible for rescheduling services for the first day post the holiday observance. Recognized Holidays:

• New Year’s Day

• Labor Day

• Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday

• Columbus Day

• President’s Day

• Veteran’s Day

• Memorial Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Christmas Day

• Independence Day

1.1. General: This Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to obtain inspection, maintenance, testing and repair services to the Medical, Dental, Lab, and Control Air & Vacuum systems, referred to as hospital compressor systems, at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), referred to as the Government.

1.2. The Contractor shall provide management, supervision, labor, parts, materials, tools, incidental engineering services, and transportation necessary to perform inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair services to maintain the hospital compressor systems as originally specified by the equipment manufacturer and/or as modified when a deviation is required. Modifications to perform deviations require written consent of the government’s Contracting Officers (CO).

1.3. The Contractor, without additional expense to the Government, shall obtain all licenses, permits, and insurance required to perform the work in this contract. Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Evidence of insurance, licenses, and permits shall be provided to the Contracting Officer and COR before work commences.

1.4. Work for this contract is required at three separate VAPAHCS locations. Those locations are Palo Alto

Division (PAD), Menlo Park Division (MPD), and Livermore Division (LVD).

1.4.1. Palo Alto Division: 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304

1.4.2. Menlo Park Division: 795 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025

1.4.3. Livermore Division: 4951 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA 94550

1.5. For this contract, the standard operating hours or duty hours are the hours between 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays, or 40 working hours per week. Any work performed outside of the standard 40-hour work schedule must be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). This ensures additional work is properly authorized and aligns with the terms of the contract. Prior approval helps in coordinating schedules, managing costs, and ensuring any overtime or additional hours are necessary and justified.

2. CODES and STANDARDS

2.1. Publications listed below form a part of this Contract. Compressor systems shall meet the requirements of current code editions published, all manufacturer guidelines, Veteran’s Affairs (VA) memorandums on utility shutdowns, badge process, and industry standards, as applicable, and in the case of conflicting standards the most stringent shall apply.

2.1.1. OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910

2.1.2. International Building Code (IBC)

2.1.3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

2.1.3.1. NFPA 70 – National Electrical Code (NEC)

2.1.3.2. NFPA 70E – Electrical Safety in the Workplace

2.1.3.3. NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

2.1.3.4. NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code

2.1.3.5. NFPA 99 – Health Care Facilities Code

2.1.3.6. NFPA 55 – Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code

2.2. If a dispute between codes, standards, or manufacture recommendation arises the most stringent shall be enforced.

3. DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

3.1.1. ANSI – American National Standards Institute

3.1.2. ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers

3.1.3. CO – Contracting Officer

3.1.4. COR - Contracting Officer Representative

3.1.5. FAR – Federal Acquisition Regulation

3.1.6. HEPA – High Efficiency Particulate Air filter

3.1.7. MSDS – Material Safety Data Sheet

3.1.8. MOD – Modification of contract

3.1.9. NEC – National Electric Code

3.1.10. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

3.1.11. NTP – Notice to Proceed

3.1.12. OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer

3.1.13. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration

3.1.14. PO – Purchase Order

3.1.15. POC - Point of Contact

3.1.16. PM - Preventative Maintenance

3.1.17. PMI - Preventative Maintenance Inspection

3.1.18. PPE – Personal Protective Equipment

3.1.19. PWS - Performance Work Statement

3.1.20. QASP – Quality Assurance Surveillance Program

3.1.21. QCP – Quality Control Program

3.1.22. VA – United States Veterans Affairs

3.1.23. VAPAHCS - Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System

4. EXCLUSIONS

4.1. Equipment, components, and parts not installed under this Contract shall not be removed, replaced, or deficiencies corrected while still under the manufacturers or installer’s warranty, without prior approval of the COR.

4.2. Installation of new attachments recommend or required by inspectors, insurance agencies, or VA/Government Authorities.

4.3. There shall be no borrowing of parts (i.e., removing of parts from one Programmable Electronic Controller whether in it is in service or not, to correct a deficiency on another Programmable Electronic Controller ) except in an emergency or with written consent from the COR.

5. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, MATERIALS, and SERVICES

5.1. The Government will not provide office space or operational facilities to the Contractor. The Contractor shall secure and maintain the necessary office space and other facilities required for performance of this Contract at their own expense.

5.2. The Government will not provide tools or equipment to the Contractor. The Contract shall furnish all tools required for the performance of this Contract.

5.3. The Government will not provide any materials to the Contractor.

5.4. The Government will furnish the following services at existing outlets, for use in those facilities provided by the Government and as required for the work to be performed under this Contract: electricity, fresh water, sewage service, and non-hazardous refuse collection (from existing collection points). Disposal of equipment and construction debris is the responsibility of the Contractor.

6. CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

6.1. Contractor shall have technical training, track records of working experience in maintenance, inspection, testing and repairing of each compressor manufacturer type within the VAPAHCS inventory to include but not be limited to POWEREX, BUSCH, RIETCHLE, Ingersoll Rand, Quincy, MEDAES, SPEEDAIR, CHAMPION, Gardner, NASH, Westward, ATLAS COPCO, and Midmark. Systems are comprised of Medical Air & Vacuum, Dental Air & Vacuum, Lab Air & Vacuum, Control air, and Shop air.

Experience shall be within healthcare, industrial, research, educational and commercial facilities for a minimum of five (5) years is preferred.

6.2. For the maintenance of air compressors, it is preferred, but not required, that the contractor's technicians possess certificates relevant to the equipment on which they will be performing work. However, contractor's technicians must have adequate knowledge of the equipment. Certificates and documents shall be presented with submission package. VA reserves the right to request proof of appropriate training and experience from vendor/contractor personnel for servicing the equipment on the schedule for the duration of the contract. Contractor shall provide certificates and documents within two days of request.

6.3. The Contractor shall provide a Contract manager who shall be responsible for performance of the contract work. Name of the Contract manager and an alternate shall be designated in writing to the CO/COR prior to contract start date. Changes to personnel shall be submitted to the Government within five (5) workdays of the changes. The Contract Manager or alternate shall have full authority to act on contract matters relating to daily operation of the Contract. The Contract Manager or alternate shall be available to speak/meet with the CO or COR, within 24 hours of request during normal operating hours and or within the next business day.

6.4. The selection, assignment, and management of Contractor’s employees is the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall not employ any individual identified as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, and general wellbeing, or operation of the VAPHCS facilities or personnel. The Contractor is fully responsible for performance and conduct of his/her employees. The Contractor shall not allow any employee to perform work under this Contract while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other incapacitating agent.

6.5. Contractor service, repair, and replacement staff shall be technician experience on the scoped equipment.

6.6. The contractor shall be knowledgeable and experienced with the equipment, but it is not required that they be a certified POWEREX and RIETSCHLE dealer. This maintains the high standards and quality control necessary for reliability and safety. Additionally, it ensures that any updates, specific technical knowledge, tools, and procedures provided by Powrex and Tietchle are adhered to, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring optimal performance of the equipment."

6.7. The contractor shall furnish and utilize only OEM repair parts for repairs or replacement to maintain warranty service.

7. BACKGROUND CHECKS and IDENTIFICATION BADGES

7.1. Contractor and Subcontractor personnel working on VAPAHCS facilities must consent to Background

Checks or shall be denied access to the VAPAHCS facilities. Information required to conduct a Background Check includes full name, driver’s license number and/or social security number, date of birth, and completion of a background check questionnaire.

7.2. Contractors shall ensure their employees and those of their Subcontractors have the proper credentials allowing them to work in the United States. The Contractor shall not be entitled to any compensation for delay or expenses associated with this requirement and are not excused from proceeding with the Contract.

7.3. Department of Veterans Affairs regulations requires Contractor employees to have a VAPAHCS issued

Identification Badge and wear it at all times while at VAPAHCS facilities. ID badges shall be issued by the VAPAHCS security office under its rules for issuance. Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance and be easily recognized as a Contractor employee by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company and a VAPAHCS issued ID badge. When an employee leaves the Contractor’s employment, or the Contract is terminated, the employee’s badge shall be returned to COR within 3 working days.

8. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

8.1. The Contractor shall provide the CO/COR with pertinent emergency telephone numbers to summon assistance in the event of an emergency. This shall include at least one primary and one alternate telephone number. The Contractor shall ensure these emergency contact numbers are provided in writing to the CO/COR. In the event of an emergency, the Contractor shall respond to the initial contact call within 30 minutes and be on-site, if necessary, within 2 hours during regular business hours.

9. EXISTING DEFICIENCES

9.1. Immediately after contract award and no later than 30-days thereafter, the Contractor and the Government shall conduct a thorough inspection of the inventory (as detailed in Attachment A) and develop a list of existing deficiencies and required corrective actions. The contractor will provide an itemized quote for making identified corrections/repairs to the COR for approval. If approved, invoice(s) for the work shall be submitted on the correct contract line item for Unscheduled Maintenance and Repair Services.

9.2. Items to be included in the deficiency list consist of replacement or repair of hospital compressor systems related equipment, parts and appurtenances This includes hospital compressor system related mechanical, electrical and control systems generally.

9.3. Any future service, maintenance, or replacement for these items will be covered by this service contract.

10. SPECIFIC SERVICES

10.1. Provide inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair to hospital compressor systems equipment (see inventory list below). Service shall be within annual certification for annual requirements, within the 30 days of the previous annual service date. These time frames ensure that the services are performed regularly and consistently as per the established schedule. Any deviation from this schedule must be approved in advance by the COR.

10.2. By conducting an initial site survey, the Contractor demonstrates a proactive approach to equipment maintenance, ensuring a high standard of service in line with the expectations of the Veterans Affairs service equipment contract.

10.3. The planned preventive maintenance inspection, testing, and services shall verify that the system or device function completely as specified by manufacturer. All site work shall be fully completed and documented during a preventive maintenance inspection and service. All minor repairs and adjustments shall be made at the time of inspection.

10.4. Contractor shall contact COR and site-specific shop supervisor prior to any site service performed.

Service reports shall be submitted to the COR and site-specific shop supervisor, and other designees as deemed by the COR, within 5 business days of completion of site work. The contractor is responsible for scheduling all site visits prior to the end of the month in which they are due.

10.5. The Contractor shall provide comprehensive maintenance to the hospital compressor system inventory to include but not be limited to the tasks listed within section 10.7.

10.6. The contractor shall provide all required quarterly and annual inspection/annual maintenance, testing, and service requirements per the manufacturer’s requirements & recommendations.

10.7. The contractor shall at a minimum perform:

10.7.1. Inspect and confirm system serial, make, and model numbers

10.7.2. Inspect and record compressor hours

10.7.3. Replace oil and oil filters; replacement oil shall be Qyn/Sin synthetic or as required by the manufacturer to maintain warranty.

10.7.4. Change regulators, air filters (internal and external) as required based on wear and tear but no less than once per year.

10.7.5. Inspect and change drive belts as required.

10.7.6. Inspect, test, and replace (as required) pressure regulators (internal and external) and gauges.

10.7.7. Inspect, test, and repair (as required) all control panels, alternators, timers, and control devices.

10.7.8. Regrease/lubricate compressor components initially and as required by the manufacturer.

10.7.9. Scan and email a copy of the maintenance report, service tag, and PM logs within 30 days of the performed service. In the event of equipment failure or deficiency reports shall be emailed with 24 hours to the COR and site shop supervisor.

10.7.10. Inspect/Review current controls software/firmware releases. Contractor shall install/update software/firmware as required to maintain warranty and current operation conditions.

10.7.11. Contractor shall advise of any/all recall or warranty issues quarterly to the COR.

10.7.12. Site shall be maintained in a clean condition and all waste generated disposed of by the contractor in adherence of state and local waste recycling requirements.

10.8. Contractor shall inform the COR of any breakdowns, failures, or malfunctioning of equipment immediately and send an email within 24 with service report and proposal for repairs.

10.8.1. Notify the COR, Compliance Officer, and Engineering.

10.8.2. Lock out / Tag out energy sources.

10.8.3. Post notice on unit as follows:

10.8.3.1. Minimum of two in letter in red with white background ‘LOCK OUT - DO NOT USE’.

10.8.3.2. Date

10.8.3.3. Technician Name and Phone number.

10.8.3.4. System that is not operational

10.8.3.5. COR information.

10.9. The Contractor shall provide one year warranty on all components and equipment from date of installation. Contractor shall label components and equipment with date installed. Contractor shall submit a service ticket containing all details of performed component/equipment installation to include but not be limited to building, room, serial number of equipment, manufacturer, model, and new component installed with date of installation.

10.10. The Contractor shall update and maintain the inventory located in attachment A. Each scheduled inspection shall have each data point validated on the report and updated on the attached inventory. Each year an annual report of inventory will be submitted to the COR within 15 days of the last inventory item certification.

10.11. Contractor shall certify at the completion of each preventive maintenance inspection and service that the item or unit operates per original equipment manufacturers (OEM) specifications.

10.12. The Contractor shall submit field service reports to the COR and other designee(s) after completing the maintenance services.

11. Unscheduled Maintenance and Repair Services

11.1. As part of this contract, the Government provides additional funding for unscheduled maintenance and repair services. Funding for these services will be used until the specific funds are expended. If the full amount of funding for unscheduled maintenance and repair services is expended during the contract performance period, the Government may or may not provide additional funding by contract modification depending on annual budget considerations. Any unused funds will be de-obligated and returned to the Government at the end of the performance period.

11.2. Unscheduled maintenance and repair services is defined as work, requested, and authorized by the Government within the contract scope, but in addition to the contract requirements. Work of this nature identified by the Contractor shall be reported to the COR, but work shall not be performed until the

Contractor and the CO or COR as appropriate, have reached an agreement on the price to accomplish the specific unscheduled maintenance and repair service.

11.3. When the Contractor identifies unscheduled maintenance and repair services, such a failed assembly or component that preventive maintenance can no longer be performed on, the contractor shall:

11.3.1. Notify the CO/COR of work required to complete the unscheduled maintenance and repair. This may be a single repair or list of repairs if preventative maintenance was performed on multiple systems. The Contractor shall attempt to notify the CO/COR within 2 business days of finding the issue requiring unscheduled maintenance or repair.

11.3.2. If the Contractor wants to perform the additional work, a quote for the unscheduled maintenance and repair shall be submitted to the CO/COR.

11.3.3. Work shall not start until the CO/COR approves the work based on Government requirements to complete the work and review of the quote for reasonable pricing.

11.3.4. If the COR/CO determines the best course of action is for the Contractor to complete the repairs, the CO/COR will approve the unscheduled maintenance and repair, the Contractor may start work.

When the work is complete, invoices for the work shall be submitted on the correct contract line item for Unscheduled Maintenance and Repair Services.

11.3.5. The Contractor may receive verbal authorization to proceed with the work from Contracting Officer, if the unscheduled maintenance and repair impacts patient care. However, written authorization will follow the verbal authorization and typically a 48-hour notice will be given.

11.3.6. Quotes for work of $2,500.00 or less may be processed using the Government Purchase Card, and an alternate method of payment which is the Government’s preferred method to pay for micro purchases.

11.4. In the event the Government identifies an unscheduled maintenance and repair, the COR will review the work with the Contractor and the Contractor shall assess the requirement and prepare a quote with a statement of work, within 15 calendar days of the Government request.

11.5. The Government reserves the right to perform unscheduled maintenance and repair work using whatever resources are available.

11.6. Materials and Parts - The Government reserves the right to furnish any or all parts and/or materials required for a particular repair/replacement. If the Contractor furnishes parts and or materials, the price to be paid shall be clearly identified on the quote for the unscheduled maintenance and repair.

12. SAFETY, INSPECTION, and TESTING

12.1. Injury and Accident Reports

12.1.1. Contractor shall immediately report to the CO/COR in a manner and on the forms prescribed by the Government, accidents resulting in injury, trauma, death, hazardous exposures, and occupational disease involving an elevator or its maintenance.

12.1.2. Written reports for incidents shall be provided within five (5) working days and include the cause, what, where, and when the incident occurred as well as repairs and tests performed to correct the cause of the incident.

12.1.3. Contractor shall adhere to OSHA, EPA, NFPA Life Safety Codes, and other regulatory requirements. Safety shall be the Contractor’s highest priority. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for compliance with (Federal) OSHA regulations.

12.1.4. Contractor shall provide a detailed explanation as to how contract work will be implemented and managed to ensure compliance with OSHA Construction Standards, Life Safety issues, and security measures. Contractor shall have a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) assigned to the contract/project to ensure their technicians are meeting OSHA requirements. The SSHO shall be well versed in OSHA requirements and regulations. The SSHO will perform regular safety inspections on the job site to ensure technician compliance and quality of work is at a high level, presenting no risks to staff or patrons. Safety inspections will include fall protection and electrical hazards and end with job safety meetings with the entire crew. The Contractor shall provide the CO/COR copies of the safety inspection reports upon request at no additional cost to the Government.

12.1.5. During contract performance, the Contractor shall follow Government’s safety policy and standards for safe work practices and take such safety precautions as the VAPAHCS Safety Officer or designee or the CO/COR may determine to be reasonably necessary to protect the lives and health of occupants of the building. The Contractor shall comply with VAPAHCS smoking policy.

12.1.6. Patient, employee, visitor, and Contractor personnel safety shall be always maintained. The

Contractor is responsible for the safety and health of his/her employees. The Contractor shall replace all safety guards, equipment, devices, etc. removed to service or repair the elevator immediately after completion of work or when leaving the job unattended.

12.1.7. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer, prior to the start of the Contract, the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for potentially hazardous materials (lubricants, cleaners, fluids, etc.) to be used in the facility during performance of the Contract and will not use materials which have not been approved in advance by the Government. SDS for new chemicals shall be furnished prior to the arrival of the chemical on site. The Contractor shall maintain a copy of all SDS to assure compliance with laws and requirements regarding the Right to Know law (OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

12.1.8. Contractor is responsible to identify, provide and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) required to perform the duties outlined in the Contract. In addition, the Contractor is responsible for identifying and providing applicable safety programs required to perform the work i.e., lockout/tag out, confined space entry, universal precautions, etc. Training required for safety programs and proper use of PPE shall be provided by employer, and documentation maintained by the Contractor.

12.1.9. The Contractor shall obtain a Hot Work Permit from the Government (VAPAHCS Safety Staff) or the CO/COR in advance whenever soldering, welding, grinding, and using a cutting torch, or other open flame, spark or heat producing equipment is used. The Contractor is required to follow requirements outlined for the issuance of the Hot Work Permit.

12.1.10. Contractor shall be notified of any non-compliance with safety regulations. The Contractor shall, after receipt of such notice, immediately correct the condition and notify the Contracting Officer in writing that the condition has been corrected. If, in the opinion of the CO/COR or the Government’s Safety Officer, the condition is life threatening he/she shall instruct the Contractor to stop work until the condition has been corrected. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order halting all or any part of the work. The Contractor bears all costs of stop-work time and correcting safety hazards.

12.1.11. Contractor shall reinstall guards or equipment panels, removed to perform maintenance, on the equipment before putting it back into service.

13. QUALITY CONTROL

13.1. Contractor shall establish a Quality Control Program to assure the requirements of the Contract are provided as specified. The Contractor shall submit this program to the CO/COR, for acceptance within ten

(10) days of Notice to Proceed. The program shall include the following:

13.1.1. An inspection system covering the services described in the Contract. A checklist used for inspecting Contract performance during scheduled or unscheduled inspections and the name(s) of the individual(s) who will perform the inspection.

13.1.2. The checklist shall include every area of the Contractor’s operation as well as every task required to be performed.

13.1.3. A system for identifying and correcting deficiencies before the level of performance becomes unacceptable and/or the Government inspectors point out deficiencies.

13.1.4. A file of inspections conducted by the Contractor and the corrective action taken. This documentation shall be made available to the CO/COR upon request, at any time during the term of the Contract.

13.2. Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work:

13.2.1. The Government assumes no responsibility for any conclusions or interpretations made by the

Contractor based on the information made available by the Government. Nor does the Government assume responsibility for any understanding reached or representation made concerning conditions which can affect the work by any of its officers or agents before the execution of this contract, unless that understanding, or representation is expressly stated in this contract.

13.2.2. Contractor has the responsibility to make the determination to attend site visit. Failure to perform site visit shall not relieve the contractor to complete the contract on time and within budget.

14. PAYMENT

14.1. PAYMENT FOR VERIFIABLE WORK COVERED UNDER THE CONTRACT

14.1.1. Payment for work covered under this Contract shall be billed monthly.

14.1.2. Payment will be made in areas of the specified billing period after receipt of a properly prepared invoice, provided all required work, including preventative maintenance, submission of reports and all other requirements for the period in question have been performed in accordance with contract stipulations, and can be verified with service reports signed by the COR or COR designee.

14.1.3. The Contractors failure to schedule and perform a PM within the specified time interval shall be considered non-compliance with terms of contract, and Government will take corrective action as defined the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Payment withholding will be in compliance with the FAR. Criticality of Veterans Technical Education (VTE) in a medical facility requires that continued Contractor failure to perform will necessitate holding Contractor in default and the Government obtaining suitable service via separate means.

14.2. PAYMENT FOR WORK NOT COVERED UNDER THHE CONTRACT

14.2.1. Unless otherwise directed by the CO. the contractor shall not perform any work outside of the Scope of this Contract without authorization from the CO/COR and the issuance of a separate Purchase Order modification. Failure to receive prior approval for out-of-scope work will most likely result in the denial of compensation.

15. ATTACHMENT A – INVENTORY:

Palo Alto PAD (Bldg. 500) MEDICAL AIR: POWEREX Duplex Unit, S/N#:6056721 MEDICAL VACUUM: POWEREX Duplex Unit,S/N#:5549959137 (Bldg. 100) DENTAL AIR: POWEREX Duplex Unit S/N:5577459-163 MEDICAL AIR: POWEREX Duplex unit S/N: 14-5577459-033 MECIAL VACUUM: BUSCH,Duplex Unit S/N: UI62500236

LAB VACUUM: RIETCHLE S/N#: VXTD300

MEDICAL AIR: POWEREX Duplex Unit S/N#: LST1505S5577459 Ingersoll Rand Reciprocating Compressor, Scoll Unit : S/N: 30T 801488, 1239540 CONTROL AIR: Powerex Duplex Unit S/N#: LSD05A3S0011694 (Bldg. 7) Control air Powerex Duplex Unit S/N#: STD050444 MEDICAL VACUUM: POWEREX Scroll Compressor , S/N VPT0754S5864894 Powerex Scoll Unit S/N#: MST05034P5 Powerex Scoll Unit S/N#: RC0205D5Z61011 Quincy Duplex Unit S/N#: WCF102481 Quincy Duplex Unit S/N# CAI442457 (Bldg. 4) CONTROL AIR: QUINCY Duplex unit S/N#: QGS44HPD/EAXAC0092 LAB AIR: MEDAES MED PLUS II Duplex unit S/N#: /EAXAC0092 LAB VACUUM: MEDAES Scoll Unit S/N#: ECSAC0024 (Bldg. 54) Quincy S/N#: ORDT10DT0025 (ME Bldg)

CONTROL AIR INGERSOLL RAND S/N CBV702170

(Bldg. 710) POWEREX LAB VACUUM : Scoll unit S/N CVPD0755A4P1 POWEREX MED AIR: duplex unit S/N MST15B54P5 POWEREX MED AIR duplex unit S/N MSD10B44P5 MED VACUUM scoll unit S/N CVPD0504B4P1 CONTROL AIR scoll unit S/N OTD0504C2 (Bldg. 40)

CHAMPION : Duplex Unit S/N#:R1516277 CHAMPION: Duplex Unit S/N#: R1516779 (Bldg. 41) CHAMPION: Duplex Unit S/N#:15-76734

(Bldg. 5) SPEEDAIR: Duplex Unit S/N#:112592L

SPEEDAIR: Duplex Unit S/N#: 3Z745A (Bldg. 6) SPEEDAIR: Duplex Unit S/N#:16191L

INGERSOLL RAND S/N#: CBV702170

(Bldg. 43) HR5D-12 CHAMPION PNEUMATIC: Duplex Unit : S/N#: W23578L

MENLO PARK PAD:

(Bldg 331) POWEREX COMPRESSOR Duplex Unit S/N: (H) 08/22/14-5680689-289 BUSCH MANUFACTURING PUMPS: Scoll unit S/N: U142700096 (Pharmacy compressor bldg.. 360) Gardner Denver Model#: Duplex Unit S/N:DM029465 (Bldg. 321) Champion Pneumatic Duplex unit S/n: R-15-77648 Champion Pneumatic Duplex Unit S/n:R-15-78464 (Bldg334) Saylor Beall MFG. CO. Control Air S/N#:# 7-18-19-Z19 Champion Duplex Air S/N#: DM001297 Quincy Compressor Duplex Air S/N#:# 20080807-0052 Quincy Compressor Duplex Unit S/N#: 20080807-0054 Elmo Rietschle System Scoll unit S/N# S0232280 Elmo Reitschle Compressor Scoll Unit s/n: 1021210200 Midmark Dental Duplex Unit S/N# 0901P5P0517 Midmark Dental Duplex Unit S/N:# 0901P5P0521 (Bldg 347) Air Compressor Products Control Air S/N# 1094-D3521 (Bldg 348) Air Compressor Products Control Air S/N#:1094-03518 (Bldg 349) Quincy Compressor Duplex Unit S/N# 20080402-0185 (Bldg 350) Challenge Air Duplex Unit S/N#:# AS2080219 (Bldg 351) Quincy Compressor Duplex Unit S/N#:# QU0904220009 (Bldg 352) Challenge Air Duplex Unit S/N:# AS3020315 (Bldg 360) Gardner Denver Duplex Unit S/N# DM029465 (Bldg 365) Quincy Compressor Duplex Unit S/N#:# QU1110110004 (Bldg 370) Quincy Compressor Scoll Unit S/N#:# QU0905260025 Quincy Compressor Scoll Unit S/N#:# QU0905200079 QUINCY Duplex unit S/N: 402404 JOB Compressor Scoll Unit S/N: U0905250025 QUINCY Duplex unit 325 S/N: 402074 LINE FILTERSQUINCY Duplex Unit S/N#:SNE00150

Livermore PAD:

(Bldg 62)

Air Techniques Compressor – Lab Air – S/N 54239 Air Techniques Compressor – Lab Air – S/N 496012L Airco Vacuum – Duplex Unit S/N BBJK 00033 Eco Vac Dental Vacuum – Duplex Unit S/N VPD5-4185 Eco Vac Dental Vacuum – Duplex Unit-S/N VPD5-4186 Quincy Compressor – S/N 5141311 Binks Compressor – Control Air – S/N 1022483873L Devibiss Compressor – Control Air – S/N 179 Powerex Medical Air Compressor -Duplex Unit – S/N (H)05/17/17/605/6721/005 (Chiller Bldg) Sullair Compressor – Control Air – S/N 2021 0319 0049 (Bldg 88 Mech Room) Champion Compressor – Control Air – S/N R10006693 (Bldg. 90 Mech Room) Speedaire Compressor – Control Air – S/N D083090

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2023)

(a) 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.

(b) 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.

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

(d) 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 at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(e) Definitions. The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated herein by reference.

(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 such as, 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. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay, setting forth the full particulars in connection therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch, and shall promptly give written notice to the Contracting Officer of the cessation of such occurrence.

(g) Invoice.

(1) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three copies (or electronic invoice, if authorized) to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include—

(i) Name and address of the Contractor;

(ii) Invoice date and number;

(iii) Contract number, line item number and, if applicable, the order number;

(iv) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended price of the items delivered;

(v) Shipping number and date of shipment, including the bill of lading number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading;

(vi) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered;

(vii) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent;

(viii) Name, title, and phone number of person to notify in event of defective invoice; and

(ix) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

(x) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information.

(A) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

(B) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice, in order for the invoice to be a…