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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under $150K

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 1 Original Date: 08/30/17

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106‐1 For

Over Micro‐Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($150K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: VA69D‐17‐AP‐9916

1. Contracting Activity:

Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 12, Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center NCO 12 Construction Team Purchase Request (2237) #695‐18‐1‐6985‐0006

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

This product, HILTI Firestop Systems, is an integration of materials, assemblies and components to provide firestopping to prevent fire from spreading through penetrations in walls, ceiling and floors throughout the medical center.

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

Firestopping is achieved through assemblies (not just materials), and it is imperative that the same

UL approved assemblies are used throughout the hospital. This allows for inspections and adequate compliance when The Joint Commission and VA inspect for accreditation of the hospital and the safety of patients and staff. It is necessary to match existing systems to ensure there are no issues with interfacing.

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

The Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center has established HILTI as the standard. Other firestop systems on the market are not compatible with HILTI. Products cannot be mixed together in a penetration because it voids the required UL rating. If the medical center were to switch systems, they would not be able to maintain the existing firestop systems in the hospital and they would be forced to remove and replace systems in their entirety.

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.

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