Attch C Attachement I Single Source Justification MPT to SAT - 656-26-201 ER 7-14-2026 1.pdf

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Acquisition ID#

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold

Acquisition Plan Action ID:_ 36C263-26-AP-2448_____________

Contracting Activity:

Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23, St. Cloud, MN Medical Center.

Veterans Health Administration (VHA), NCO 23 Contracting Office Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23, VAMC St. Cloud Project # 545-26-201 titled Replace Carpet -B2, B28, B1-1 and B29 2237 #: 656-26-4-239-0063

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

This project will require Brand Name material. The project scope calls for the Contractor to furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to remove existing flooring and install new resilient flooring and base in occupied healthcare facilities with minimal disruption, improving durability, infection control, safety, and maintainability. Work shall comply with FAR, VAAR, VA, ICRA standards, and SCVAHCS requirements.

Estimated quantities: ~31,212 sq. ft. carpet removal and replacement.

Brand- Name Materials:

� approximately $ 80 Fawn transition strips � approximately $ , depending on profile and length.

Armstrong Fortress White VCT � approximately $ .

These prices are based on current commercial market pricing and are provided for estimating purposes only. Final pricing will be established through the contractor's quotation.

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

A brand-name-only requirement for Armstrong Fortress White Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT) and facility-wide continuity of finishes; ensure visual continuity throughout all buildings; support maintenance standardization; provide interchangeability of tiles and cove base throughout their

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT lifecycle; and avoid color drift, finish mismatch, and warranty inconsistencies with existing installations.

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

Market research was conducted for this construction requirement utilizing NAICS 238330, Flooring Contractors. The solicitation will be issued as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Research determined that multiple SDVOSB contractors are capable of performing the required work; however, to maintain facility-wide standardization, compatibility with existing installations, and continuity of finishes, the project requires the specified Armstrong transition materials. These brand-name products are commercially available through multiple distributors and can be furnished by qualified contractors competing for the project.

4. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Name: Eric Reis Date Title: Contracting Officer

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Acquisition ID#