71--The purpose of this amendment is to extend the solicitation deadline, and to update the requirement specifications.

(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) The solicitation number is: VA259-15-Q-0494, and it is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). (iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-83. (iv) This solicitation is restricted for total small business set aside. NAICS: 326199. (v) Contract Line Items: Price/Cost Schedule Item Information ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR CENTER, MCT3204 (MINUS DISCOUNT ON FLOORING) LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT3204 156.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0002 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR, NB BORDER, MCT3201 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT3201 25.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0003 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR, NB CORNER, MCT3202 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT3202 1.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0004 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR, NB LEFT CORNER, MCT4205 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT4205 1.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0005 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR, NB RIGHT CORNER, MCT4206 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT4206 1.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0006 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR, NB BORDER, MCT4201 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT4201 25.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0007 HUMANE 4'x 4'x 1/2" COLOR, NB CORNER, MCT5202-4 LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: MCT5202-4 1.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0008 FREIGHT LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: FREIGHT 1.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0009 INSTALLATION PER SQUARE FOOT LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: INSTALLATION 3,021.00 EA __________________ __________________ 0010 LABOR- TECHNICIANS TO MOVE EQUIPMENT OUT OF ROOM PRIOR TO FLOORING INSTALL, THEN MOVE EQUIPMENT BACK INTO ROOM AFTER FLOORING INSTALL IS COMPLETE. LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: LABOR 16.00 HR __________________ __________________ GRAND TOTAL __________________ (vi) Performance Specifications: See salient characteristics for the requested items below: STATEMENT OF WORK Flooring Purchase and Installation for: Denver GRECC Research Program 7 July, 2015 554-15-3-876-0028 1. Title of Project : Flooring purchase and installation 2. Purpose of project: Purchase of floor covering to the GRECC (Geriatric) Research room to be used for the housing of various gym and stress equipment to be utilized in the study (Sq Ft. = 3,021) 3. Background: The Denver VA is starting a new Geriatric Research program, and is setting up an area to be designed to the specific type of research. 4. Tasks and Associated Deliverables: The contractor shall provide the flooring and then the installation of the flooring to the assigned research room. This will include removing all objects in the designated room before installation, and then replace of objects moved after installation of the flooring is completed. " The equipment to be moved/replaced includes a full line of Cybex resistance training equipment, treadmills, elliptical' s, cycle ergometers, and other miscellaneous exercise equipment (See pictures below). " The carpet will not be removed. Rubber will be laid over. " A durable rubberized floor will be needed to support the equipment being used, as well as preventing damage to the permanent flooring already in place. " The carpet is squares that are glued to the floor - low nap " We need an interlock system that provides a secure and nearly seamless fit - cannot have tripping hazards Veterans Affairs Department of Memorandum Date: July 08, 2015 From: Network Contracting Office 19 Subj: MFR Salient Characteristics | Rubber Tiles for GRECC (Geriatric) Research room To: Prospective Vendor 1. Brand Name Manufacturer: Humane. 2. Equipment/Services Requested: (See attached SOW) 3. Salient Characteristics: Below is a list of salient characteristics IAW FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal -- all "equal" products of the brand name manufacturer must meet the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristic specified in this solicitation. BRAND NAME ITEMS REQUESTED: 1. (See attached list) EQUAL ITEM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: o Heavy duty commercial grade rubber flooring o Flooring must be ½ inch thick with interlocking individual pieces o Main portion of flooring is requested to be 4 foot x 4 foot interlocking pieces. Any other sizes must be submitted to contracting and evaluated by the Project Manager at the facility for technical acceptability. o Flooring must be easily cleaned with a dry mop because it will be installed over carpet. o Must have beveled edges for transitions between the rubber flooring and carpeted areas. Beveled edges all the way around except for the South wall, however beveled edges are requested in the doorway entry on the South wall. o Rubber must be non-absorbent with no curling. o Tiles must be black with blue flake. o Quotes include delivery, installation and labor; including moving and replacing existing equipment within the space before and after flooring installation. All questions should be directed to Brian Ballard, Contract Specialist (NCO 19) at +1 (555) 000-0000 or e-mail contact@example.gov. (vii) Date and place of performance (FOB Destination): Please Deliver To: GRECC (Geriatric) Research room 12401 E. 17th Ave. RM#358 Aurora, CO 80045 ATTN: Jere Hamilton Delivery: Within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (viii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. (ix) The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Quotes will be evaluated based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. (x) Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, with the offer.3 (xi) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (xii) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (xiii) Any additional contract requirements or terms and conditions: The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following clauses are incorporated by reference: 52.219-6, 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.222-50, 52.223-18, 52.225-1, 52.225-13, and 52.232-34. (xiv) The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) does not apply. (xv) Date and Time offers are due: Offers are due at 4:00PM ET on 07/15/2015. (xvi) Name and telephone number of the individual to contact for information regarding the solicitation: Brian Ballard Contract Specialist | NCO19 +1 (555) 000-0000 contact@example.gov