Z1DZ--Replace HVAC Components Building 2 TeleHealth Rooms at Central Western MA VAMC

AMENDMENT NO. 2 SOLICITATION NO. 36C24126Q0601 DATE: 7/9/2026 1. THE SOLICITATION IS HEREBY AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: a. The following Questions and Answers, submitted by prospective offerors by June 3, 2026, are incorporated into this solicitation. b. The Government s responses modify and/or clarify the solicitation. c. Extension of Responses Due Date: The due date for the submission of quotes has been extended. New Due Date: July 17, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM EST d. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. Vendors are reminded to review all other aspects of the solicitation and consider this amendment when preparing their responses. 2. RFI QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Can the Government provide any existing mechanical drawings, as-built drawings, or equipment schedules associated with the current HVAC system? No there is nothing available. Is Mitsubishi the required manufacturer, or will equivalent systems meeting the performance requirements be considered? Mitsubishi is the required manufacturer due to operations and maintenance efforts. Can the Government confirm whether existing electrical circuits and disconnects are adequate for the replacement system, or should contractors anticipate electrical modifications? No Electrical Modifications are expected. Will the existing condensate drainage infrastructure remain in service, or should replacement of condensate piping be included in the quotation? Existing Condensate drainage must be inspected and may be reused if serviceable. Are there any known asbestos-containing materials, hazardous materials, or other environmental concerns within the work area that contractors should consider? There is asbestos in the building but not on these mechanical components. There is lead paint on all painted building surfaces so awareness and adherence to proper OSHA procedures must be met (i.e. HEPA/wet methods when core drilling). Is there a preferred schedule for utility shutdowns associated with the HVAC replacement, and are there any anticipated restrictions beyond those identified in the solicitation? No preferred schedule or restrictions beyond what is in the PWS and solicitation. Can the Government confirm whether the testing and commissioning requirements are limited to functional performance testing of the new HVAC system, or if any additional balancing, reporting, or third-party verification will be required? Pre-functional tests will need to be performed in accordance with the attached sheet. No TAB or Commissioning is expected. Are there any anticipated restrictions regarding material staging, equipment delivery, or temporary storage beyond those identified in the Performance Work Statement? Nothing more beyond what the SOW says and particularly in 1.4, 3.4 and 3.5. Can the Government confirm whether all required permits will be obtained by the contractor, or whether any permits will be provided by the VA? All permits expected for this contract will be obtained by the contractor (Hot Work, Above Ceiling, etc.). There are no permits for this contract which are anticipated needing the VA to obtain. Are there any additional plans, specs, or documents for this project? See attachments called out in the PWS but not included. Will the sign-in sheet from site visit be available in addendum? Yes. It will be added as an attachment to the addendum to the solicitation. Please confirm if tax should be included in our proposal? Will an exempt certificate be provided? Contractors are required to include all applicable taxes in their proposed prices unless the solicitation states otherwise. A tax-exempt certificate will be provided for purchasing materials for use in a tax exempt government project if state law requires it. Please provide the latest wage determination for this project s county. Wage Determination 2015-6115 Revision 3 is applicable and was incorporated in this solicitation. What is the ICRA Levels in the areas served by evaporators? It will either be a ICRA Level II or I...