B08 Solicitation Amendment W912HZ25RA0010001 SF 30.pdf

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER.

If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

Previous edition unusable STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

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SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Solicitation/Contract Form Continuation

The following changes have been made:

INFORMATION FROM TO

Response Due Date 25 Aug 2025 28 Aug 2025

Continuation of Description

Miscellaneous text in this section has been modified to:

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

WELDING SUPPLIES

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

ENGINEERING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER

1. General: The objective of this Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) is to obtain welding supplies for the Engineering Research and Development Centers (ERDC) facilities over the next five years. Orders will be issued by firm-fixed price BPA Call orders. There is no minimum guarantee for this agreement.

2. Requirement: The Contractor shall furnish all management, materials, supplies, and transportation to deliver all requirements specified in each BPA call. Award of BPA calls will only be made under contractors included in the BPA pool. The supplies include but are not limited to:

Electrodes - all types including stick, rod, spool, wire, etc. for various metals.

Gas - all types of gases consumed in welding processes including oxygen, acetylene, etc.

Welders, Cutters and Accessories - various types of welders, cutters and accessories including replacement parts and maintenance items.

Tools - miscellaneous tools used in conjunction with welding including abrasives, cutting tools, machine tools, grinding tools, etc.

Miscellaneous Supplies - pipe, tubing, fittings, valves, flanges and personal safety equipment.

3. Funds Obligation: The Master Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) does not obligate any funds. The government shall be obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases actually made via a properly executed BPA Call.

4. Threshold: There is a pool of Blanket Purchase Agreement holders that will share a total capacity not to exceed $5,000,000.00. The Government estimates, but does not guarantee, that the total volume of purchases through the Blanket Purchase agreement pool will total $5,000,000.00. Individual requirements shall not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. There is no minimum guarantee of

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work. There is no minimum BPA Call value.

5. Period of Performance: This BPA expires Five (5) years from award date or at reaching the BPA not to exceed limit ($5,000,000.00), whichever is earlier.

6.0 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTIONS OF FACILITIES:

ERDC locations included in this agreement include but are not limited to:

- Engineering Research and Development Center, Vicksburg, MS

- Cold Regions Research and Development Laboratory, Hanover, NH

- Construction Engineering and Research Laboratory, Champaign, IL

- Geospatial Research Laboratory, Alexandria, VA

- Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory Field Research Facility, Duck, NC

- Lewisville Aquatic Ecosystem Research Facility, Lewisville, TX

- USACE Reach-back Operations Center, Mobile, AL

- Permafrost Tunnel Research Facility, Fox, AK

- Permafrost Experiment Station, Fairbanks, AK

7. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Delivery: Each Call awarded under this agreement will have a delivery date for that specific call.

B. Licensing and Qualifications - The Contractor shall comply with licensing and qualifications requirements of the State where work is to be performed.

C. Quality Control Program - The Contractor, and not the Government, will be responsible for management and quality control actions necessary to meet the quality standards set forth by this agreement.

8. GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. BPA Calls - Upon acceptance of the Contractor's Quote in response to the Government's RFQ, the Government shall issue a Call for the work to be accomplished by the Contractor. Each Call, at a minimum, shall describe the required supplies and delivery.

B. Payment - The Government will make all payments within 30 days of receipt of proper invoicing after delivery of supplies in accordance with each specific BPA Call.

9. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

A. Rules and Regulations - Safety shall in accordance with the latest version of EM 385-1-1, US Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual which may be found at (http://www.usace.

army.mil/CESO/Document/EM385-1-1FINAL.pdf), applicable OSHA regulations, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including safety procedures required by the Safety Office. Where regulations differ, the most stringent shall apply.

10. SECURITY AND ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:

A. Site Security - The Contractor shall provide delivery to secure federal facilities and shall insure all personnel delivering to these facilities meet all security requirements.

B. Hours of Operation - Normal hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 0700 until 1600 excluding Federal holidays. The Contractor shall arrange delivery during these working hours.

C. Security Requirements -

(1) U.S. Citizens: Delivery personnel must be U. S. citizens. Contractor personnel shall follow all sign-in and security regulations as directed by the Security Office.

(2) No Weapons Allowed: All persons and vehicles entering a US Government facility are subject to inspection for firearms, explosives and dangerous weapons, per AR 190-22.

(3) Subcontractor Access/Deliveries: The Contractor shall notify the TPOC the day before or as soon as possible when subcontractors are to arrive or deliveries of equipment and supplies are to occur. This will facilitate access on to the installation and prevent delays at the security gates.

11. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. Environmental Protection - The Contractor shall be in compliance with Federal, State, and local environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances applicable to this agreement. The Contractor is responsible for being currently informed of changes in environmental laws, regulations and ordinances.

Violations or delays resulting from the Contractor's failure to comply with environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances shall not affect the approved performance schedule. Where laws, regulations, and/or regulations differ, the most stringent shall apply.

B. Labeling Hazardous Materials - The Contractor shall ensure that all hazardous materials delivered to or transported by it onto the Campus are properly labeled in accordance with Federal regulation

29CFR1910.1200.

12. Quality Assurance - The Contractor shall meet identified performance standards as listed in the Table below. The Government will assure compliance with the identified standards as noted in the Table.

Requirement Performance Objective Method of Surveillance Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) Incentives /Disincentives for Meeting or Not Meeting the Performance Standards Contractor Replies in timely manner to all Request for Quotes Verification by Government 100% Compliance In accordance with FAR 52.212-4 Contractor deliveries quality products that meet Call specifications Verification by Government 100% Compliance In accordance with FAR 52.212-4 Contractor delivers products by delivery date to meet call specifications Verification by Government 100% Compliance In accordance with FAR 52.212-4 Contractor invoices are accurate and timely Verification by Government 100% Compliance In accordance with FAR 52.212-4

13. INSPECTION AND CALL COMPLETION -- This agreement is subject to routine Government inspections throughout the performance of contractor work and a final Government inspection upon completion of each job.

A. Inspections -- Routine inspections by the Technical Point of Contact/Customer will be performed to help ensure continuous quality assurance and more quickly identify defects.

B. Job Completion -- Upon delivery of the supplies in each BPA Call, the Government will make a final inspection to confirm that:

(1) Required supplies have been delivered and complies with the BPA Call.

(2) Any defects have been corrected.

14. BPA CALL SUBMITTALS --This agreement may require specifications and submittals of spec sheets to ensure proposed supplies meet the Government requirement.

Contractor shall submit the following to the TPOC/COR.

A. Technical Submittals for Government Approval:

(1) If the contractor proposes to provide an "equal" product to a product specified in the PWS, the "equal" product specifications must be submitted for approval with their RFP. Only products meeting or exceeding the specifications for the listed product can be approved for this agreement. Once an "equal" has been approved, no substitutions by the contractor will be allowed.

(2) Product Data: Copies of written product data describing materials not provided by the Government but specifically listed in the BPA Call. No substitutions by the contractor will be allowed once materials have been approved.

(3) Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): MSDS sheets for cleaners or lubrication or any other materials intended for use on this agreement. No substitutions by the contractor will be allowed once materials have been approved.

15.0 ADMINISTRATIVE DATA

Appointed Micro-Purchase Contracting Officers, in good standing, are authorized to place calls against this BPA up to Agency/Organization Program Coordinator (A/OPC) delegated single purchase authority limit, not to exceed the Micro-purchase threshold for services of $2,500 (10 U.S.C. 2338). A cardholder cannot place a call that exceeds their delegated GPC authority/appointment. Additionally, individuals designated by the Contracting Officer with BPA Procurement Authorization may place calls against this BPA up to $25,000.

Actions greater than the thresholds above require a complete Procurement Action Request (PAR) submitted to the Contracting Office for processing. Only a warranted Contracting Officer is authorized to initiate and complete a BPA call greater than $25,000.

The Master BPA's will expire in five (5) years from date of award or total purchases reaching the BPA limit, whichever occurs first.

Actual purchases will be made via properly executed BPA Call. These orders will be initiated at the time the Services are needed by an authorized representative of the Contracting Office or by a warranted Micro-purchase Contracting Officer.

All BPA calls shall be supported by a delivery ticket or sales slip that must contain the following information at a minimum:

(1) Name of supplier.

(2) BPA number.

(3) Date.

(4) BPA call number and/or PR&C number.

(5) Itemized list of supplies.

(6) Quantity, unit price, and extension of each item; less applicable discounts (unit prices and extensions need not be shown when incompatible with the use of automated systems, provided that the invoice is itemized to show this information).

(7) Date of delivery.

16. INVOICE INSTRUCTIONS

Invoices will be submitted and processed for each delivery of supplies.

(1) A proper invoice must be in accordance with FAR 32.905 (b)(1).

(2) Submit invoice via email to: CEFC.CEFC-payments@usace.army.mil

(3) To avoid delay in payment, a copy must also be emailed to the person ordering the services.

ERDC CONTRACTING OFC, 3909 HALLS FERRY ROAD

VICKSBURG, MS 39180-6199

UNITED STATES

ANNA CRAWFORD, EMAIL: ANNA.CRAWFORD@USACE.ARMY.MIL TELEPHONE: (601) 634-5320

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