SSJ_Interface_LVt(s) 8.21_Redacted.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification and Approval (J&A) For

Other Than Full and Open Competition (>SAT)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C244-23-AP-3927

1. Contracting Activity:

a. Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 04, VAPHS, Heinz Campus, Pittsburgh, PA 15215

1. Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Processed: Acquisition of proprietary Interface LVT.

Interface LVT is the standard application throughout VAPHS due to the flooring is free of Ortho Phthaslates, added formaldehyde and heavy metal stabilizers. Single tiles can be replaced, and no welding is needed, and light weight. The other factors are that flooring is a large item that must have maintained stock in order to be replaced on a regular basis as space is limited having a standard allows for a quick replacement. It is necessary to maintain a large stock on all flooring as they must be replaced for the following reasons: damaged flooring, water breaks, patch and repairs by our Maintenance and Repair Shops. Any form of deficiency in a flooring, walls and ceilings must be immediately addressed by our M&R Shops due to Safety and Infectious Control standards.

This Sole Source Product is for Interface LVT – Studio Set / Brushed Lines / Ridge-Fresco to be used in this project, which will be approximately

2. Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency’s Needs: The VAPHS uses Interface

LVT throughout all facilities on both the University Drive and Heinz Campuses. Interface LVT Tile has qualities, as noted below, that are key factors in the standardization. This allows for quick replacements to be completed by our M&R with no adverse side effects to our patients. The flooring is used across the campuses are designed with the following performance criteria:

a. Physical Characteristics:

i. PRODUCT STYLE: Vinyl Tiles

ii. PRODUCT COLLECTION: Studio Set / Brushed Lines / Ridge-Fresco

iii. PRODUCT SIZE: 10 INCHES X 40 INCHES nominal

iv. Classification ASTM F1700 Class III, Type B (Printed Vinyl Floor)

v. Surface treatment - Ceramor

vi. Total thickness ASTM F386 0.120 " (4.5 mm)

vii. Wear layer thickness ASTM F410 22 mil

viii. Installation method - Glue-Down Pattern – as noted on drawings

ix. Pattern type - Linear

x. Commercial warranty - 15 years limited

xi. Flexibility ASTM F137 Pass

xii. Chemical Resistance ASTM F925 Passes

xiii. Static Load Limit ASTM F970 1500 psi

xiv. 5 wet/dry, ADA Compliant xv.

xvi. Residual indentation ASTM F1914 Pass

3. Statutory Authority Permitting Restricted Competition:

( X ) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements

( ) Unusual and Compelling Urgency ( ) Industrial Mobilization, Engineering, Developmental or Research Capability or Expert

Services ( ) International Agreement ( ) Authorized or Required by Statute ( ) National Security ( ) Public Interest

4. Demonstration that the Contractor’s Unique Qualifications or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority): The acquisition is authorized pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1), and is implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (c), Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

5. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable: Any action to increase competition for the suppliers of the Tarkett Contour PCRS Rays Tile would cause an undue hardship on the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. VAPHS has been making a conscious effort to standardize the finishes throughout the office, restroom, laboratory and clinical areas to make them more resistant to infectious pathogens and easier for the limited custodial staff to maintain. The installation of material finishes other than Tarkett would require duplication of maintenance materials and could expose our veteran patient population to dangerous pathogens unnecessarily.

6. Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable: This item is being sole sourced under a larger construction project that will be competed as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set aside.

Therefore, competition will be provided on the base contract which will lead to a fair and reasonable price.

7. Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons

Market Research Was Not Conducted: Further market research was not conducted based on the same content provided in paragraph 6 above.

8. Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition: N/A

9. Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition: N/A

10. A Statement of the Actions, if any, the Agency May Take to Remove or Overcome any Barriers to

Competition before Making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required: N/A.

11. Requirements Certification: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

_____________________________ ___________08/15/23_____________ Name: Rochelle Landowski Date Title: Interior Design Facility: VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

12. Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP:

Rochelle E Landowski 657312

Digitally signed by Rochelle E Landowski 657312 Date: 2023.08.17 15:57:50 -04'00'

a. Contracting Officer or Designee’s Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contract Specialist, Construction West Date Network Contracting Office 4

b. One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over SAT but not exceeding $750K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition.

Branch Chief, Construction West Date

Network Contracting Office 4

ELIJAH

MCINTOSH

Digitally signed by ELIJAH

MCINTOSH

Date: 2023.08.17 08:41:37 -04'00'