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This is a Sources Sought Notice (a) The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this Sources Sought or to otherwise pay for the information solicited. (b) Although "proposal," "offeror," contractor, and "offeror" may be used in this sources sought notice, any response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal. The Government is seeking information for market research purposes only. (c) Any information received from a contractor in response to this Sources Sought may be used in creating a solicitation. Any information received which is marked with a statement, such as "proprietary" or "confidential," intended to restrict distribution will not be distributed outside of the Government, except as required by law. (d) This Sources Sought is issued by VISN 2 Contracting Office in Albany, NY, for the purpose of collecting information about 3-Year Electrical Testing at Albany Stratton VA Medical Center. The VA is seeking to provide for this requirement as of September 15, 2024, to establish a new contract. The NAICS code identified for this requirement is 238210: Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors The requirement is detailed in the Statement of Work section of this document. (e) Cursory market research has identified small businesses that may be able to provide for this requirement. Contractors that are able to meet the requirements in the attachment and possess an interest in performing these services, are encouraged to email a capability statement and full information to Levi Russin at Levi.Russin@va.gov. - Part of the purpose of this sources sought is to determine the viability of set aside to a specific socio-economic category(service-disabled veteran owned small business, veteran owned small business, women owned small business, HUB Zone, 8(a), small business). Interested parties MUST provide company/individual name, a capability statement, examples of same or similar work performed at other facilities, DUNS number and address, point of contact and social-economic. If contractor is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), or any other special category of contractors, then contractor is responsible for providing documentation in support of this. This information will be used to determine the viability of a set aside for this requirement. If any of the requested information is not supplied with the response, this may result in the contractor not being considered in the Government s Procurement Strategy. The following information is required for determining procurement strategy and viability of sources: Set aside requirements have limitations on subcontracting. This service is located in Albany, NY. Provide your site location and supporting documentation. Given your location and proximity to the service site, how do you plan to accomplish self-performance of this work If your intention is to subcontract work, what tasks will be performed by you as the prime contractor What tasks will require a subcontractor due to your inability to perform them within your company How many years experience does your company have in performing tasks of this nature, of this scope and this complexity How many years of service do your proposed technicians have performing tasks of this nature, this scope, and this complexity How many years does your proposed subcontractor have in performing tasks of this nature, this scope, and this complexity How many jobs of this of this nature, of this scope and this complexity have you performed in the past five years How many certified/licensed technicians does your company currently employ - Contractors shall also identify any Federal Supply Schedules that may carry the desired services. - Contractors shall identify pertinent point of contact for company, contractor DUNS number for size standard and socioeconomic verification in SAM and VIP, as well as for any intended subcontractors. - Contractor shall provide 2 to 3 instances of past experience which demonstrate that they are a firm regularly engaged in this type of work, to include subcontractors for those jobs. - Contractor shall provide a listing of any teaming agreements they intend to employ in the performance of this requirement if awarded. - Contractor shall supply proof of any applicable certification or training required to meet the regulatory requirements, if applicable. - Contractors shall include any relevant comments about the Attachment(s) if applicable. Below is the Limitation on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance Clause. Please complete this as part of your response. 852.219-77A VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction. As prescribed inA 819.7009(c)A insert the following clause: VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION) (a) Pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127(k)(2), the offeror certifies that (1) If awarded a contract (seeA FAR 2.101A definition), it will comply with the limitations on subcontracting requirement as provided in the solicitation and the resultant contract, as follows:A [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 inA 852.219-10A or VOSBs as set forth inA 852.219-11. 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 inA 852.219-10A or VOSBs as set forth inA 852.219-11. 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 inA 852.219-10A or VOSBs as set forth inA 852.219-11. 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. The Contracting Officer 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) STATEMENT OF WORK Electrical Testing Department of Veterans Affairs Albany Stratton VA Medical Center Background /Objective The Albany Stratton VAMC, Albany NY is currently seeking a contract to accomplish all three-year inspecting and testing of primary disconnects, transformers, low voltage circuit breakers and low voltage switchgear. Due to the critical nature of this equipment and the emphasis placed upon its ability to operate with minimal down time, the successful offeror must possess the necessary expertise and resources required by these specifications in order to be considered for contract award. Scope of Work Contractor must inspect and test all primary disconnects, transformers, low voltage circuit breakers and low voltage switchgear as outlined in these specifications for the equipment described herein. Contractor must furnish all parts and labor to accomplish the complete inspecting and testing of primary disconnects, transformers, low voltage circuit breakers and low voltage switchgear. The work under this contract must be performed under the supervision of a Qualified Registered Professional Engineer. Field service work must be performed by Field Service Technicians who have successfully demonstrated their knowledge and experience in the field of Electrical Power Distribution Systems Testing. The Field Service Technicians must be capable of (1) testing, assessing, evaluating, servicing and reconditioning components, (2) assuring that the equipment on which work has been performed is safe, reliable and acceptable for its intended purpose, and (3) identifying defective equipment and potential safety problems, environmental hazards, code violations. The supervising Field Service Engineer must be accredited as a Certified Electrical Test Technologist by the NICET (National Institute for Certification on Engineering Technologist) of the NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) and have a minimum of five years of experience on similar major testing projects. (Note: Persons with high qualifications, such as a BS or higher Degree in engineering, need not be accredited or certified, provided they can demonstrate that they have the required specialized knowledge and at least five years of experience in testing switchgear and power distribution systems). All other testing Technicians assigned to the project must be certified by NICET, NETA, or must have an equivalent qualification certification. (Note: Persons who, by the education, training and specialized knowledge and at least five years of experience in testing switchgear and power distribution systems.) Test assistants and apprentices may be assigned to the project as assistants to certified technicians at a ratio not to exceed two certified to one non-certified assistant or apprentice. Note: Contracting Officer reserves the right to request proof of appropriate training and experience from vendor personnel for servicing the equipment on the schedule). List of Equipment Primary Disconnects De-energize breakers as required by VA Medical Center personnel in order to clean contacts and remove oxide or corrosion. Maintain 80% or better contact mating on knife or butt-type contact surfaces. Measure contact resistance in micro-ohms, megger each phase-to-ground. Record any discrepancies. Clean and inspect the cubicle, tighten all untaped connections and lubricate as necessary. Check disconnects for freedom of movement and galling or friction in moving parts. Check for signs of heating on current carrying parts, loose or missing hardware and broken or missing cotter keys or retainer rings. Replace missing or broken parts and lubricate as per manufacturer's specifications. Check fuses for proper size and connections for tightness in ferrules. Equipment Description and Location: Primary Disconnects: (5-15/KV) LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Main Outdoor Switchgear 6 Voltage regulator bypass disconnects Boiler Plant R-235 1 #EE18716 Disconnect Switch High voltage; 13800 volts Electrical Equipment Co., SN 34092-0009 Boiler Plant R-134 1 #EE18717 Disconnect Switch High Voltage; 13800 Volts Electrical Equipment Co., SN 34092-0008 U-11 Switchgear R-235 1 #EE18502 Outside; High Voltage 13800 Volts Electrical Equipment Co. SN 34092-0010 U-11 Switchgear R-134 1 #EE18503 Outside; High Voltage 13800 Volts Electrical Equipment Co. SN 34092-0011 Switchgear Equipment and Primary Breakers: Record switchgear, breaker and device nameplate information and compare with the facility's one-line diagram, when available. Identify and record discrepancies. Inspect all electrical equipment including each breaker and report damaged or malfunctioning equipment, loose connections or material or any contamination that must be corrected. Clean where appropriate. Check equipment for level, security to foundation and operation of doors. Report any unfavorable environmental conditions such as excessive moisture or conducting dust that must be corrected. Clean where appropriate. Visually inspect the equipment ground and record the number and size of ground bus and straps and report deficiencies. Draw or rack each breaker from its cell. Remove arc chutes, clean, inspect and adjust all contacts as necessary. Measure and record contact resistance in micro-ohms and clean all insulation surfaces. Megger and record phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground. Lubricate as necessary. Electrically close and trip each breaker with control switch. Manually close and trip each breaker. Trip each breaker with each of its protective devices. Tighten all connections. Record any discrepancies. Equipment Description and Location: Switchgear Equipment & Primary Beakers LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Main Outdoor Switchgear 10 Siemans-Allis, Type FC-500B, Line 1, Line 2, Tie Breaker 134, 437, 538,739,235,336,639 Main Outdoor Switchgear 2 Transformers (CPT-P) & (CPT-A) Transformers: Record transformer nameplate information and compare with the medical center's one-line diagram, when available. Record any discrepancies. Inspect transformers and accessories and report any damage, loose connections or material, shipping blocks, contamination that must be corrected. Perform cleaning of items, where appropriate. Inspect for leaks, tighten all untaped connections. Clean all insulating surfaces. Sample all insulating liquids and test dielectric and water content. Report all results. Equipment Description and Location High Voltage Outside Transformers Transformers LOCATION DESCRIPTION C Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 500 KVA Oil Filled C Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 500 KVA Oil Filled MEV 13.8 kV to 277/480V 225 KVA Oil Filled D Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 750 KVA Oil Filled D Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 750 KVA Oil Filled A Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 750 KVA Oil Filled A Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 750 KVA Oil Filled B Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 750 KVA Oil Filled B Wing 13.8 kV to 120/208V 750 KVA Oil Filled Bldg. 5 13.8 kV to 120/208V 112.5 KVA Oil Filled Bldg. 67 13.8 kV to 277/480V 112.5 KVA Oil Filled ARF 13.8 kV to 277/480V 300 KVA Oil Filled Chiller Plant 13.8 kV to 2405/4160 1500 KVA Oil Filled Chiller Plant 13200/480Y/277V 1500 KVA 30-60HZ ABB Power (T&D Company) Main Outdoor Switchgear - 6 each Voltage Regulators Edison Power Systems Co.250/280/KVA-7620/13200Y, Cat RUBG-076250AA-P4 Boiler Plant R-235 13800 to 480V/277V 500KVA Virginia SN 340300K501-6630.A2 Boiler Plant R-134 13800 to 480V/277V 500 KVA Virginia SN 340300K501-6630.Al U-11 R134 13800V to 480V/277V 500 KVA Virginia SN 340500B513-6630.B2 U-11 R235 Alstron Transformer 13800V to 480 500 KVA DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK List of Equipment Continued: High Voltage Inside Transformers High Voltage Inside Transformers LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Room S-15 B Wing 1 13200 to 480V/277V 750 KVA Dry Type; Cast Epoxy Resin; Goldstar SN 2058.1 Equipment Description and Location Low Voltage Transformers (120/208 - 277/480) LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION MEV Building 1 G.E., Model #9T23B3875, 112.5 KVA, 480V Wings A, B, C, D (I each wing) 4 ACME Electric Corporation Power Transformer, Catalog T- -53315-3, 112.5 KVA, 48OV- 120/208V Room S-15 (B Wing) 1 Challenger DT-3 300 KVA 30 60 HZ; Catalog #303-415; 480V Delta/208Y/120 Volt ARF 1 Inside transformer, Cat. # 13T68F, 15 KVA ARF 1 Inside transformer, Square D, Cat. #45T3H, Style 33749-17212 ARF 1 Inside transformer, Square D, #112T76H, Style 347-49-50112-007, 480-480/277Y, 112.5 KVA 11th Floor "A" Wing 1 #EE18484 15 KVA Siemens ITE, Dry Catalog #3F3Y015 480V Primary; 208/120V Secondary 11th Floor "B" Wing 1 #EE18485 15 KVA Siemens ITE, Dry Catalog #3F3Y015 480V Primary; 208/120V Secondary 11th Floor "C" Wing 1 # EE 1 8486 15 KVA Siemens ITE, Dry Catalog #3F3Y015 480V Primary; 208/120V Secondary 11th Floor "D" Wing 1 #EE18487 15 KVA Siemens ITE, Dry Catalog #3F3Y015 480V Primary; 208/120V Secondary Boiler Plant 2 Westinghouse, Catalog #LB 3400F, Style 5680D03G08, 400 Amp, 600V (Needs shutdown of Boiler Plant) SUB BREAKERS ARF Building 1 GE, 400A, THJK 436-F6000, Main to A/C GE load center ARF Building 1 Westinghouse 500 Amp, LC Frame Catalog #LC 3600F, Style 2607D78648, Cable load, bus line (ARF Distribution-Main) ARF Building 1 Square D, 400 Amp, Type LAB LJ-8192, Stab on 1-Line and Cable Load (ARF Distribution Center) ARF Penthouse 1 Square D, 300A, 600V, type LAL MCC, cable line, cable load, Penthouse, ACRU-1 13fl Elevator Machine room 10 Elevators 1,2,3,4,5 CH 300A, DK3300W Style 6642C77G23 (Do 1-5 Elevators Only) SUB BREAKERS MER A 1 G.E., Catalog #TFJ236200, 200 Amp, 600V MER B 1 G.E., Catalog #TFJ236225, 225 Amp, 600V 11th Floor (1) MER "A" Wing (1) MER "B" Wing (1) MER "C" Wing (1) MER "D" Wing 4 ITE Main Breaker, 600 AMP Main, 400 AMP Trips; Catalog #LD63F600 Type LD6 U-11 Switchgear Room - R-134 1 #EE18499 Inside 1600A Spectra Power Break AV2 G.E. Serial # 1 15144 Catalog #TC1616SS U-11 Switchgear Room - R-235 1 #EE18500 Inside 1600A Spectra Power Break AV2 G.E. Serial #1 15143 Catalog #TC1616SS U-11 Switchgear Room - Tie 1 #EE18501 Inside 1600 Spectra Power Break AV2 G.E. Serial # 11545 Catalog #TC1616SS U-11 Switchgear 13 G.E. Spectra Series Fusible Switch Units 400 A; ADS32400HB Inside U-11 Switchgear 7 G.E. Spectra Series Fusible Switch Units 200A, ADS32200HD Inside S-15 B Wing X-Ray 1 Westinghouse Type DS42D, Inside Main Power Breaker 1200 AMP Challenger Lower Master Switchboard S-15 B Wing X-Ray 5 Westinghouse Fusible Switch Units 400A; FDPS365R S-15 B Wing X-Ray 7 Westinghouse Fusible Switch Units 200A; FDPS364R NOTE: All are bolt on line and cable load LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION S-15 B Wing X-Ray 2 C.H.CCH3175 175 Amp C Wing, Room S-19 OR Normal Distribution Panel (NDP): 1 Westinghouse, LBB 179C809G67, 400 AMP Main C Wing, Room S-19 OR (NDP) 1 Westinghouse KA-3225F, 150 AMP, Feed to ATS, 150AMP, ICU/CCU C Wing, Room S-19 OR (NDP) 1 Westinghouse Feed to Nextel Equipment 13th Floor; 200 AMP C Wing, Room S-19 OR Emergency Distribution Panel (EP2): 1 400 Amp Challenger CKT3400T, Feed to OR ATS 400 AMP D Wing, Room S-8 1 Westinghouse, LB 3400F, Style 5680D03G08, 400 Amp, 600 V D Wing, Room S-8 1 Westinghouse LB 3400F, Style 5680D03G08,225 Amp, 400 A Sticker NOTE: All above breakers are bolt online, cable load LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION BREAKERS Room U- 1 2 (House Pumps) 2 Square D, Catalog #Q4L3300, 300 Amp, 240V, Series 4, Cable Line and Cable Load SWITCHGEAR: Room S-22 Compressor Room R134 Main 1 Breakers, G.E.Power Break II Catalog #SSFZ56325, 2500 Amp, Pull Out Type Room S-22 Compressor Room Tie 1 Breakers, G.E. Power Break II Catalog #SSFZ5D325, 2500 Amp, Pull Out Type Room S-22 Compressor Room R235 1 Breakers, G.E Power Break II Catalog #SSFZ56325, 2500 Amp, Pull Out Type Room S-22 Compressor Room 1 250AMP JT325OT SUB BREAKERS: Room S-22 Compressor Room 1 G.E. Catalog #THKS46085, 800 Amp Penthouse 1600A is Spare Room S-22 Compressor Room 2 G.E. Catalog #THKS4606S, 600 Amp Room S-22 Compressor Room 3 G.E. Catalog #THKS4604S, 400 Amp Room S-22 Compressor Room 3 Siemans ITE sensatrap, solid state, 400A, #SJL63B400 NOTE: All above breakers are bolt in line and load LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Chiller Plant 1 Main Switchgear G.E. AV-Line Switchboard; 480Y/277V; 2000 Amp Chiller Plant 1 Main C/B Power Break 11, Catalog #SSD20B220, SN 175021751800101, 2000 AMP, 600 VAC, 30, Rating Plug 2000 AMP Chiller Plant 1 MCC Power Break 11, Catalog #SSD08B208, SN 175021752000402, 800 AMP, 600 VAC, 3 0,Rating Plug 600 AMP MEV Building Room 116E, GE Switchgear 800A 1 Main Breaker GE, versatrip cat # TAGUT20MGA-3, type AKR-6D-20, 800A, pull out type MEV Building Room 116E, GE Switchgear 800A 1 GE mag trip, 225A, cat #TJJ-436225 MEV Building Room 116E, GE Switchgear 800A 1 GE, versatrip, cat # THJS-3603-SG, 300A Protective Relays Check relays with current and an accurate timing device. Inspect relay for: Loose terminals, lock screws and other parts Filings or other foreign material in magnet gaps Burned or dirty contacts Sticky contact backstops Dirty, worn, and broken bearings or other causes of sluggish operation Damaged coils, resistors or wiring Damaged or maladjusted indicator targets or holding devices. Clean and make all necessary adjustments and report loose connections or material or contamination that must be corrected. Perform four types of tests for overcurrent relay testing: zero set, pickup, time current characteristics and target and seal-in operation. For overcurrent instantaneous relays, consult manufacturer's instruction bulletin to identify current terminals and contact terminals. For over/under voltage relays, consult manufacturer's instruction bulletin to identify potential terminals and contact terminals. Perform the zero set, pickup and timing tests. Equipment Description and Location: Protective Relays Protective Relays LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Outdoor Main 8 GE, type SFC-1.0 Switchgear R51 R52 Outdoor Main 16 GE, type SFC-1.0 Switchgear Outdoor Main 2 GE, type IAV Outdoor Main 3 GE, type HFA Motor Starters and Spare Breakers (208 volts, 5KV) Record motor starter nameplate information and compare with the medical center's one-line diagram, when available and record discrepancies. Inspect equipment and each motor starter and report damage, loose connections or material or contamination that must be corrected. Clean all buses, supports and inspect connections for signs of overheating and deterioration of insulation. Check equipment for level, security to foundation and operation of doors. Report any unfavorable environmental conditions such as excessive moisture or conducting dust that must be corrected. Check all control connections, screws, lugs, bolts and solder-less connectors for tightness to ensure good electrical continuity and mechanical condition. Inspect the equipment ground for a solid, continuous and adequate ground. Inspect all raceway systems entering the switchboard to determine the proper bonding with lock nuts, etc. Submit written report on condition of each motor starter and recommendations for any technical adjustments or repairs that are deemed necessary. Spare Breakers Spare Breakers LOCATION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Various 75 Various Spare Breakers Chiller Plant 2 4160V Motor Starters Room U-12 2 House Pumps Upon completion of work as outlined in the Specification/Work Statement and restoration of normal load, Contractor is to perform an infra-red thermal survey. This survey is to include all items mentioned plus all switchgear buss and cable connection (internal as well as breaker). Emergency transfer switches must be surveyed in the normal and emergency positions. Contractor must be responsible for removal and reinstalling inspection covers on all equipment to allow for complete survey. Contractor s service representative must contact the Electric Shop Foreman or his designee at (518) 626-6787 prior to any service performed. Service tickets will be signed and filed in Electric Shop (Basement C-55 The contractor must be responsible for informing the Electric Shop Foreman of any uncorrected deficiencies and noting these on the service ticket. Notation must include the type of deficiency, dated and initialed. Any deficiency which poses a hazard must immediately be called to the attention of the COR. Noncompliance The Contracting Officer or his/her designee will notify the contractor of any noncompliance with the foregoing provisions and the action to be taken. The Contractor shall, after receipt of such notice, immediately correct the conditions to which attention has been directed. Such notice, when served on the Contractor or his/her representative at the site of the work, must be deemed sufficient for the purpose aforesaid. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all and any part of the work and hold the Contractor in default. Inspection Upon completion of the service, the COR/POC will perform an inspection in the presence of the contractor personnel, prior to the contractor personnel leaving the facility. This inspection will ensure that all equipment is returned to full functioning condition. No invoices will be processed for payment prior to the completion of POC inspection. Other Related Services (Not Included in the Scope of Work) Any services not expressly stated in this statement of work are not authorized. Services such as inspection, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) required maintenance, or other maintenance and repair vital to the continued functioning of the systems may be added only after written modification from the contracting officer, unless they are inclusive to the requested services. No other person, including the COR or any other VA personnel are authorized to request additional work be performed by the contractor. Any additional services performed that are not authorized by the contracting officer will be considered inclusive. Place of Performance Department of Veterans Affairs Albany Stratton VA Medical Center 113 Holland Ave Albany NY 12208 Period of Performance All work must be scheduled with the Electric Shop Foreman. A minimum of two weeks advance notice is required prior to the performance of any work. Normal hours of service are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM excluding national holidays. Approximately 75% of the low voltage switchgear testing must be done outside the normal hours of work Monday through Friday 3:30pm 7:00am, and/or Saturday/Sunday. The Government requires performance of services to start within forty-five (45) calendar days after receipt of notification of contract award and be completed within fourteen (14) calendar days from date of start of work. The date of startup of work will be based on VA approval of the contractor s submitted schedule of work. The Method of Contractor Selection has not been determined at this Time.