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Project No. 646-22-700 EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades | University Drive | Pittsburgh, PA

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification and Approval (J&A for Other Than Full and Open Competition

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C776-26-AP-0839

1. Contracting Activity:

Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC) The proposed procurement, RFP 36C77626R0082, is for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades | University Drive | Pittsburgh, PA project at the University Drive VAMC in Pittsburgh, PA.

2. Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Approved:

This justification is to support the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project at the University Drive VAMC, that will be awarded as a firm-fixed price contract. This justification is for other than full and open competition for the procurement of certain construction materials. The use of a particular brand name for the items listed below accommodate standardization of these items throughout the facility.

All contractors shall contact MIS as the subcontractor for this work.

Miller Information Systems www.millerinfosys.com 412-781-5000; x341

a. Smart Card Reader, Black, Wired, Depth 1 in., Height 4.8 in., Read Range 1.2 in.

i. HID

b. Electric Strike, Surface-mount, 12/24 VDC, 0.45/0.25A, 2000 lbs. Load, Satin Stainless Steel

i. HES

c. Magnetic Contact Switch Set, Recessed-Mount, Closed, Open Loop, Connectivity: Wired, 175 VDC

i. GRI

d. Request-to-Exit Sensor, 3m Operating, Surface-Mount, Gray, 12 VDC, 26 mA, ABS, -29 C Min

i. Radionix

e. Motion Detector, Detectable Media: Motion, 40 x 40 ft. Operating, PIR Motion

Sensor, White, 55 C Max

i. Radionix

f. Unity H6A Fisheye Camera

i. Avigilon

3. Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency’s Needs:

This procurement is for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project at the University Drive VAMC. The scope includes everything necessary to complete the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project that meets the requirements of the

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Department of Veterans Affairs. There are six (6) brand name items listed for which the VA is not able to accept equal or alternate items. The value of the items are listed below. The VAAR Construction magnitude for the entire project is between $50,000,000 and $100,000,000.

ii.

iii. Description: Complete installation and programming of card readers and communication components matching existing to ensure and maintain proper operation of the existing physical access control system (PACS).

Safeguarding access to all areas of the medical center to only authorized personnel only.

b. Electric Strike, Surface-mount, 12/24 VDC, 0.45/0.25A, 2000 lbs. Load, Satin Stainless Steel

i. HES ii.

iii. Description: Complete installation and programming of surface-mount electric strike.

c. Magnetic Contact Switch Set, Recessed-Mount, Closed, Open Loop, Connectivity: Wired, 175 VDC

i. GRI ii.

iii. Description: Complete installation and wiring of recessed-mount

d. Request-to-Exit Sensor, 3m Operating, Surface-Mount, Gray, 12 VDC, 26 mA, ABS, -29 C Min

a. Radionix b.

c. Description: Installation and programming of motion sensors.

e. Motion Detector, Detectable Media: Motion, 40 x 40 ft. Operating, PIR Motion Sensor, White, 55 C Max

a. Radionix b.

c. Description: Installation and programming of PIR motion sensors.

f. Unity H6A Fisheye Camera

a. Avigilon b.

c. Description: Complete installation, programming, and licensing of digital video capture and recording equipment matching existing to ensure and maintain proper operation of the video surveillance system.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition:

(X) (1) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy

Agency Requirements per 41 USC §3304(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103- 1;

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( ) (2) Unusual and Compelling Urgency per 41 USC §3304(a)(2) as implemented by

RFO 6.103-2;

( ) (3) Industrial Mobilization, Engineering, Developmental or Research Capability or Expert Services per 41 USC §3304(a)(3) as implemented by RFO 6.103-3;

( ) (4) International Agreement per 41 USC §3304(a)(4) as implemented by RFO 6.103-

( ) (5) Authorized or Required by Statute per 41 USC §3304(a)(5) as implemented by

RFO 6.103-5;

( ) (6) National Security per 41 USC §3304(a)(6) as implemented by RFO 6.103-6;

( ) (7) Public Interest per 41 USC §3304(a)(7) as implemented by RFO 6.103-7;

5. Demonstration that the Contractor’s Unique Qualifications or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority):

These items have been standardized throughout the University Drive VAMC. A different manufacturers’ systems will create significant duplication in costs for the facility, and in most cases the equipment will not function properly. The alternative would be replacing the entire campus equipment with a different manufacturer. This is not advantageous or cost effective for the Government. The specific impact for not using the brand name items is listed below:

ii. Impact: Any other devices and equipment not of the existing manufacturer may not provide correct interface and operability with existing PACS. The PACS is vital for authorized personnel to access key areas to provide direct patient care and safeguard critical operations of the facility.

Modifications of the existing without the correct OEM components and service can compromise the integrity of the entire system. Factory trained and authorized service must be located and supported by OEM within a limited travel time to provide emergency service support.

b. Electric Strike, Surface-mount, 12/24 VDC, 0.45/0.25A, 2000 lbs. Load, Satin

Stainless Steel

i. HES

ii. Impact: Any other devices and equipment not of the existing manufacturer may not provide correct interface and operability with existing PACS.

c. Magnetic Contact Switch Set, Recessed-Mount, Closed, Open Loop, Connectivity: Wired, 175 VDC

i. GRI may not provide correct interface and operability with existing parts.

d. Request-to-Exit Sensor, 3m Operating, Surface-Mount, Gray, 12 VDC, 26 mA, ABS, -29 C Min

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i. Radionix

ii. Impact: Any other devices and equipment not of the existing manufacturer may not provide correct interface and operability with existing parts.

e. Motion Detector, Detectable Media: Motion, 40 x 40 ft. Operating, PIR Motion Sensor, White, 55 C Max

i. Radionix may not provide correct interface and operability with existing parts.

ii. Impact: Any other devices and equipment not of the existing manufacturer may not provide correct interface and operability with existing monitoring, recording, and control equipment. The video surveillance system is crucial for safeguarding patients, visitors, staff, and the facility against unlawful and unauthorized activities. Modifications of the existing system without the correct original equipment manufacturer (OEM) components and service can compromise the integrity of the entire system. Factory trained and authorized service must be located and supported by OEM within a limited travel time to provide emergency service support.

6. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as possible (including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by RFO Part 5 and, if not, which exception under RFO Part 5 applies):

In accordance with the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA), the components listed above are identified as brand name; however, the overall procurement will be competed as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small-Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. This Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition will be posted to Contract Opportunities with the solicitation.

7. Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable:

The Government estimate was prepared by the VA team and confirmed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The anticipated price to the Government for the items requested to be brand name is .

The items for which brand name approval is being requested are subsequent components to the overall construction project. This procurement will be competed and based on competition; the CO will make a determination of fair and reasonable pricing prior to award.

8. Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted:

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The market research for the required brand name items was conducted and prepared by the COR and A/E. This information was then shared with the CO for further review. The CO was in concurrence with information provided that supported these brand name items. Approval of the items as brand name only is critical for the overall efficiency of the completed project and the entire University Drive VAMC.

The market research concerning the required brand name items was previously conducted when the procurement of these items were originally purchased. The manufacturers and products are exclusively acceptable for reasons outlined in this J&A.

An additional purpose of the market research was to ensure requirements of the Buy American Act (BAA) has been met for each of the brand name items identified. The A/E team reviewed each of the compliance standards for the BAA and compared it with the components in each of the brand name items. After their thorough review, they have concluded that each item is in compliance with the BAA. See an overview below for each item:

a. Smart Card Reader, Black, Wired, Depth 1 in., Height 4.8 in., Read Range 1.2 in.

i. HID

ii. Based on discussions with customer service and extensive research online, it has been confirmed that these items are manufactured in Austin, Texas.

Therefore, there are no concerns regarding the “Buy American Act” compliance.

b. Electric Strike, Surface-mount, 12/24 VDC, 0.45/0.25A, 2000 lbs. Load, Satin Stainless Steel

i. HES

ii. Based on discussions with customer service and extensive research online, it has been confirmed that these items are manufactured in Pheonix, AZ.

Therefore, there are no concerns regarding the “Buy American Act” compliance.

c. Magnetic Contact Switch Set, Recessed-Mount, Closed, Open Loop, Connectivity:

Wired, 175 VDC

i. GRI

ii. Based on discussions with customer service and extensive research online, it has been confirmed that these items are manufactured in Kimball, Nebraska. Therefore, there are no concerns regarding the “Buy American Act” compliance.

d. Request-to-Exit Sensor, 3m Operating, Surface-Mount, Gray, 12 VDC, 26 mA, ABS, -29 C Min

i. Radionix

ii. Based on discussions with customer service and extensive research online, it has been confirmed that these items are manufactured in New Orleans, Louisiana. Therefore, there are no concerns regarding the “Buy American

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e. Motion Detector, Detectable Media: Motion, 40 x 40 ft. Operating, PIR Motion Sensor, White, 55 C Max

i. Radionix

ii. Based on discussions with customer service and extensive research online, it has been confirmed that these items are manufactured in New Orleans, Louisiana. Therefore, there are no concerns regarding the “Buy American Act” compliance.

ii. Based on discussions with customer service and extensive research online, it has been confirmed that these items are manufactured in Allen, Texas. Therefore, there are no concerns regarding the “Buy American

9. Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition:

The new components (software and servers) must be able to tie into the existing and operational systems including the use of existing hardware. At this time, there are no competing vendors who have the programming rights to the systems, and products must be fully compatible with the existing systems being used at the University Drive VAMC.

10. Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition:

Not applicable. It is the responsibility of the offerors and the general contractor awarded the project to locate suppliers and obtain pricing for all materials and components, including the items listed in this justification.

11. 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:

There will be competition for the overall procurement. It will be the responsibility of the offerors to obtain pricing from the suppliers of the items and to submit a competitive proposal for the project.

12. 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.

Date

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

July 16, 2026

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