36C24219Q0478-002.pdf

VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C242-19-AP-1774

1. Contracting Activity and Agency:

Department of Veterans Affairs Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 2 VA Medical Center 76 Veterans Avenue 76 Veterans Avenue Bath, NY 14810 Bath, NY 14810

VISN 2

2237: 528-19-2-6192-0033

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount:

The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 2, Network Contracting Office 2, proposes to accomplish a Brand Name, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order, Classification Code 63 – Alarm, Signal, & Security Detection Equipment – for completion of a facility wide upgrade to the fire alarm system.

NAICS Code is 334290 – Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

This is a brand name requirement. The fire alarm detection system currently in place at the Bath VA facility is manufactured by Johnson Controls and all parts are manufactured by Johnson Controls. A portion of the fire alarm system facility has already been completed. This purchase action constitutes the second and final phase of the upgrade. All parts must be Johnson Controls to ensure 100% compatibility and integrate capability. A total of 31 buildings require a fire alarm upgrade to ensure the safety of the patients, staff and real property of the facility. Additionally, the facility currently has a service and maintenance contract with Johnson Controls.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:

Market research was conducted on FPDS-NG, VetBiz, and FBO (Sources Sought Notice).

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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 2 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Edward Lyke Contracting Officer

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