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5. PROJECT NO.CODE7. ADMINISTERED BY2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.CODE6. ISSUED BY8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.9B. DATEDPAGEOF PAGES10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.10B. DATEDBPA NO.1. CONTRACT ID CODEFACILITY CODECODE 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:The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of OffersE. IMPORTANT:is extended, (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 telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR AC- KNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAYis not extended.12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA(REV. 10-83)is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office.is not,A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.15C. DATE SIGNEDB. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b). 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:D. OTHERBYContractor16C. DATE SIGNED14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICAExcept 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 SIGNER16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFERORSTANDARD FORM 30 NSN 7540-01-152-8070PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLEPrescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243(Type or print)(Type or print)(Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)(No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)(If other than Item 6)(Specify type of modification and authority)(such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)(If required)(If applicable)(SEE ITEM 11)(SEE ITEM 13)(X)(X)13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONSAMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT(Signature of person authorized to sign)(Signature of Contracting Officer)14A0000211/05/2015NoneStrategic Acquisition Center - FrederickDepartment of Veterans Affairs321 Ballenger Center Drive, Suite 125Frederick MD 21703Strategic Acquisition Center - FrederickDepartment of Veterans Affairs321 Ballenger Center Drive, Suite 125Frederick MD 21703To all Offerors/Bidders VA119A-16-Q-001211-05-2015 Xxx1x1Title: Concealable Body Armor- Ballistic Resistant T-Shirt A. The purpose of this amendment is to answer industry questions.B. Please ensure you acknowledge amendments in block 11a and return a signed copy with the quote.C. Changes to Section B.3 Product Description, are highlighted in blue. Department of Veterans AffairsVA Law Enforcement Training Center (LETC) Concealable Ballistic Resistant T-ShirtGovernment Response to Vendor Questions Question # 1: We ask the institution to amend paragraph (MTR8) in which the following is specified, "Concealable ballistic resistant t-shirts shall provide the wearer mobility with no underarm cutting or shoulder bulk. Have adjustable shoulder straps, no zippers or Velcro ". We can meet all specifications of protection, quality and ergonomics, offering different sizes, which fit perfectly to the physiognomy of each officer using resistant lightweight and flexible materials, avoiding the use of adjustment systems that generate the loss of discretion?Answer # 1: See revised MTR 8 in section B.3.Question # 2: We ask the institution to amend paragraph (MTR11) in which the following is specified "Must be available in male and female designs " as a Neutral model of highly flexible ballistic material, we can meet all the needs of protection, quality and ergonomics of each user whether male or female?Answer # 2: See revised MTR 11 in section B.3.Question # 3: We ask the institution to specify shirt size sample and which is the delivery date of the requested sample?Answer # 3: ADDENDUM FAR 52.212-1, INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2014), Volume I – Technical, c. The Government may request a sample from vendors. If a sample is requested specific shipping instructions to include size and date, for the quoted concealable ballistic resistant T-shirt will be provided. Question # 4: How many sample T-Shirts are you requesting and by when?Answer # 4: See Governments response Answer # 3. Question # 5: Request to change the Response Date?Answer # 5: See amendment VA119A-16-Q-0012 A00001.Question # 6: Are additional trauma plates required?Answer #6: See revised MTR 4 in B.3Question # 7: MTR 9 states Weight should be less than one (1) pound per square foot. Is a lighter version preferred?Answer #7: See revised MTR 9 in section B.3. B.3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4.0 SALIENT CHARACTERISTICSThe contractor shall provide soft, torso protecting concealable ballistic resistant t-shirts with a Level II ballistic rating in accordance with the Minimum Technical Requirements (MTRs) stated below: DefinitionsThe concealable ballistic resistant t-shirts that can be worn under polo shirts or civilian dress attire i.e. coat or suit. The body armor should not be detectable from onlookers. MTR#Minimum Technical Requirement (MTR)Method of EvaluationMTR 1Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) itemLiterature Review & EvaluationMTR 2All concealable ballistic resistant t-shirts packages submitted for consideration shall be certified by the NIJ to have met their Ballistic Resistance of Body Armor standard for Level II. Vendors shall provide an NIJ “Notice of Compliance” certification letter for all packages submitted for evaluation.?Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 3The concealable ballistic resistant t-shirts shall remain certified as compliant throughout the life of the product. The NIJ Standard 0101.06 shall be the standard of record for the life of the contract.Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 4Ballistic panels must be removable. Additional Trauma plates are not required. Ballistic panels must be removable so the carrier can be washed. Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 5Carrier should be a dry fit type compression shirt that helps wearer stay cool, dry, breathable and include anti-microbial fabric technology. Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 6Contain a panel suspension system prevents rolling and sagging of ballistic panels inside of carrierLiterature Review & EvaluationMTR 7Carrier shall be machine washable and tag less, so to avoid any type of skin irritation Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 8Concealable ballistic resistant t-shirts shall provide the wearer mobility with no underarm cutting or shoulder bulk. No adjustable shoulder straps.Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 9Weight should be lightest material available, but no more than (.90) pounds per square footLiterature Review & EvaluationMTR 10Carrier should be white in color Literature Review & EvaluationMTR 11 Must be available in male, female, or gender neutral designs Literature Review & Evaluation ................
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