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Clause Incorporated by full text: 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction. As prescribed in 819.7011(b), insert the following cl... Clause Incorporated by full text: 852.219-75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction. As prescribed in 819.7011(b), insert the following clause: VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (NOV 2022) (a) Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(k)(2), the offeror certifies that - (1) If awarded a contract (see FAR 2.101 definition), it will comply with the limitations on subcontracting requirement as provided in the solicitation and the resultant contract, as follows: [Contracting Officer check the appropriate box below based on the predominant NAICS code assigned to the instant acquisition as set forth in FAR 19.102.] (i)  Services. In the case of a contract for services (except construction), the contractor will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-73 or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-74. Any work that a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 50% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Other direct costs may be excluded to the extent they are not the principal purpose of the acquisition and small business concerns do not provide the service as set forth in 13 CFR 125.6. (ii) General construction. In the case of a contract for general construction, the contractor will not pay more than 85% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-73or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-74. Any work that a similarly situated VIP-listed subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 85% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted. (iii) Special trade construction contractors. In the case of a contract for special trade contractors, the contractor will not pay more than 75% of the amount paid by the government to it to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs as set forth in 852.219-73 or VOSBs as set forth in 852.219-74. Any work that a similarly situated subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 75% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded. Cost of materials are excluded and not considered to be subcontracted. (2) The offeror acknowledges that this certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an Agency of the United States. The offeror further acknowledges that this certification is subject to Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001, and, as such, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the offeror subject to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties, including prosecution. (3) If VA determines that an SDVOSB/VOSB awarded a contract pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127 did not act in good faith, such SDVOSB/VOSB shall be subject to any or all of the following: (i) Referral to the VA Suspension and Debarment Committee; (ii) A fine under section 16(g)(1) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 645(g)(1)); and (iii) Prosecution for violating section 1001 of title 18. (b) The offeror represents and understands that by submission of its offer and award of a contract it may be required to provide copies of documents or records to VA that VA may review to determine whether the offeror complied with the limitations on subcontracting requirement specified in the contract. Contracting officers may, at their discretion, require the contractor to demonstrate its compliance with the limitations on subcontracting at any time during performance and upon completion of a contract if the information regarding such compliance is not already available to the contracting officer. Evidence of compliance includes, but is not limited to, invoices, copies of subcontracts, or a list of the value of tasks performed. (c) The offeror further agrees to cooperate fully and make available any documents or records as may be required to enable VA to determine compliance with the limitations on subcontracting requirement. The offeror understands that failure to provide documents as requested by VA may result in remedial action as the Government deems appropriate. (d) Offeror completed certification/fill-in required. The formal certification must be completed, signed and returned with the offeror's bid, quotation, or proposal. The Government will not consider offers for award from offerors that do not provide the certification, and all such responses will be deemed ineligible for evaluation and award. Certification I hereby certify that if awarded the contract, [insert name of offeror] will comply with the limitations on subcontracting specified in this clause and in the resultant contract. I further certify that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of [insert name of offeror]. Printed Name of Signee: Printed Title of Signee: Signature: Date: Company Name and Address: (End of clause)

Inactive Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)

542-25-107 New Loading Dock Lift The Coatesville Veterans Affairs Medical Center (CVAMC), 1400 Blackhorse Hill Road, Coatesville, PA intends to issue a solicitation to supply and install a hydraulic l... 542-25-107 New Loading Dock Lift The Coatesville Veterans Affairs Medical Center (CVAMC), 1400 Blackhorse Hill Road, Coatesville, PA intends to issue a solicitation to supply and install a hydraulic loading dock list and its required pit and all mechanical necessities. Any disruption to the facility shall be coordinated through the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer. Suitable line voltage electric will be supplied by CVAMC personnel. Contractors are to be fully briefed on the importance of tool safety where applicable to patient care. Contractor shall provide all supervision, necessary labor, tools, equipment, permits, testing and reports in accordance with all federal, state and local codes and regulations and materials to perform the job. All debris shall be removed from site and recycled along with tickets and weights. Any construction damage incurred because of installation is the responsibility of the contractor. If at any time during the construction something is uncovered that poses a risk to safety or function in any facet of the CVAMC, the contractor shall cease production and notify the COR and shall not proceed until authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. Scope of Work: Form pit and 12-inch-thick protective wall encasement with steel curb angle iron with four 3 PVC drain holes and with 1/2-inch rebar cage. Extend pit walls down to 3 feet below finished grade. Point protective wall encasement and dock at an approximate 20-degree angle from the existing loading dock and fill in angles with concrete at wall and dock. (Coordinate alignment with VA COR). Pour 4000 psi concrete around new pit area. Ensure reinforced concrete pad holding the hydraulic lift is capable of 6000 pounds. Provide Certificate of Compliance with concrete. Reference attached detail. Provide and install new electrical disconnect, rigid conduit and electric wiring for new hydraulic lift. Backfill as needed and pour new concrete to existing dock height in area that held the old scissor lift and control box. Provide and install one (1) Hydraulic Dock Lift as a basis of design/salient characteristics Advance Lifts Model T2-60608 Recessed Dock Lift, with 10-year structural assembly warranty and 2-year parts and labor hydraulic assembly warranty. Conform to ANSI MH29.1 Minimum 6,000-pound capacity; 3000-pound axle capacity ends and sides 5 HP Motor; approximately 10 FPM travel velocity Deck to accommodate vehicle decks from 12 to 48 and platform dimensions of 6 -0 x 8 -0 Hydraulic fail safe Equipped with handrails and safety chains. Black and yellow safety striping and warning decals Maintenance stand Removable safety maintenance leg Safety checker plate deck and lip Toe guards (full range) Lip length 20 (nominal) Installation Style: Pit Model Power unit: self-contained 208V 3 phase 60 htz, with power unit cover for weather protection Provide 200V Motor Option Optional Hydraulic Oil: OIL22 standard dock lift Provide oil immersion heater. Wall mounted push button controls with key lock-out (NEMA 4X) Provide Bellows Screen option Bumpers: rubber truck bumpers bolted to wall Controls to be mounted on exterior wall of warehouse at functional location. All portions of the lift must be resistant to corrosion. Provide drain holes in the concrete walls at the pit floor level. Provide 3-inch schedule 40 PVC conduit with long sweep elbows for hydraulic hose between pit and power unit, or as recommended by manufacturer. Provide rigid steel electrical conduit sized per NEC and per lift manufacturer recommendations for electrical conductors. Half-lap conduits below the slab with 10-mil PVC tape. Seal around all penetrations. Extend storm leader at pavement up through new dock slab. Provide new copper downspout from gutter to the extended storm leader and secure to the wall. Provide gravel infill compacted to 95% Vendor shall supply own transportation to and from work site. All construction work must be contained within a 6-foot-high secured chain link fence and is a hardhat area. Vendor shall supply all necessary tools and equipment to accomplish job. Vendor will be assigned a 12x30 construction laydown area which must be secured. Vendor must supply their own PortaPotty with hand wash station. Vendor shall work Monday Friday between 7AM and 5PM except for federal holidays Concrete pour must be scheduled in advance to minimize traffic restrictions. All work must follow VA PG 18-1, VHA, EPA, and OSHA safety regulations and subject to frequent inspections. All work must conform to National, State, and Local building codes. Contractor will have 60 days from Notice To Proceed barring supply chain issues. Equipment shall have full parts and labor warranty for two years and a structural warranty for 10 years. Contractors shall provide qualified Masons for this job. This acquisition is being issued in accordance with FAR Part 14 Sealed Bidding procedures. In accordance with FAR 36.204, the magnitude of this construction project is between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00. The Solicitation documents and drawings will be available for download from the website https://www.sam.gov on or about April 15, 2025. Potential bidders are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation package and any other pertinent information. The Government will not provide paper copies of the solicitation. Bidders shall be responsible for downloading their own copy of the solicitation package, drawings, and subsequent amendments, if any. Telephone, written, facsimile, or e-mail requests for the solicitation will NOT be honored. It is essential that interested parties register on the bidders mailing list at https://www.sam.gov, "Interested Vendor List". Individual copies of the Bidder's Mailing List WILL NOT be prepared nor distributed by the Contracting Officer. The solicitation amendments issued to the IFB will be posted to the website and bidders are advised it is their responsibility to obtain and acknowledge all amendments. Paper copies of amendments will NOT be individually mailed. This solicitation is to be issued as a 100% Set-Aside Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The bidder shall be small business under relevant North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) code and shall be registered and current in the following websites: www.sam.gov and www.vetbiz.gov. Bidders shall ensure registrations in these websites are not expired and are correct, current and valid. The NAICS code for this project is 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction and the small business size standard $45 Million. The only pre-bid Site Visit will be posted in the solicitation. The exact date/time/location of the Site Visit will be specified in the solicitation. The solicitation documents will be posted at the SAM.gov website (http://www.sam.gov) on or about April 15, 2025. Note: All prospective bidders shall be registered and certified in VETBIZ as a Certified SDVOSB in order to be considered for award (Class Deviation VAAR 804.1102 VIP Database).