Attachment 9 - Brand Name Justification - Redacted.pdf

Project No. 573-21-106 Project Title: EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

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

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C776-27-AP-0084

1. Contracting Activity:

Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC) The proposed procurement, Invitation for Bid (IFB) TBD, is for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project at the Malcon Randall VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Gainesville, FL.

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

This justification is to support the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project at the Malcon Randall 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.

a. Security Camera and Monitoring System

i. Hanwha Wisenet

b. Physical Security Access Control System (PACS)

i. Lenel OnGuard

c. Fire Alarm System

i. Honeywell Notifier

d. Building Automation System (BAS)

i. Siemens Desigo

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

This procurement is for the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project at the Malcon Randall VAMC. The scope includes everything necessary to complete the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades Construction project that meets the requirements of the Department of Veterans Affairs. There are four 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 $45,000,000 and $55,000,000.

i. Hanwha Wisenet Cameras

ii. Value:

iii. 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.

b. Physical Security Access Control System (PACS)

i. Lenel OnGuard

ii. Value:

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.

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c. Fire Alarm System

i. Honeywell Notifier

ii. Value:

iii. Description: Complete installation and programming of fire alarm initiating and notification appliances matching existing to ensure and maintain proper operation of the existing fire alarm system.

d. Building Automation System (BAS)

i. Siemens Desigo

ii. Value:

iii. Description: Building Automation System for controlling and monitoring all

HVAC systems including but not limited to temperature, humidity, and pressurization.

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

(X) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements per 41 USC §3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1;

( ) Unusual and Compelling Urgency per 41 USC §3304(a)(2) as implemented by FAR 6.302-2;

( ) Industrial Mobilization, Engineering, Developmental or Research Capability or Expert Services per 41 USC §3304(a)(3) as implemented by FAR 6.302-3;

( ) International Agreement per 41 USC §3304(a)(4) as implemented by FAR 6.302-4

( ) Authorized or Required by Statute per 41 USC §3304(a)(5) as implemented by FAR 6.302-5;

( ) National Security per 41 USC §3304(a)(6) as implemented by FAR 6.302-6;

( ) Public Interest per 41 USC §3304(a)(7) as implemented by FAR 6.302-7;

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 Malcon Randall VAMC. Installing a different manufacturers’ systems will create significant duplication in costs for the facility, and in most cases the equipment will not function properly. The specific impact for not using the brand name items is listed below:

i. Hanwha Wisenet

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.

b. Physical Security Access Control System (PACS)

i. Lenel OnGuard

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

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c. Fire Alarm System

i. Honeywell Notifier

ii. Impact: Any other devices and equipment not of the existing manufacturer may not provide correct interface and operability with the existing fire protection system. The fire protection system is critical for safeguarding patients, visitors, staff, and 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.

d. Building Automation System (BAS)

i. Siemens Desigo

ii. Impact: This Building Automation System (hardware and software) is what is currently installed in the facility. The use of another system would not be cost effective and would cause compatibility issues.

6. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable:

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 approximately

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:

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 Malcon Randall 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

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a. Security Camera and Monitoring System – Hanwha Wisenet

i. Research on these products offered on GSA EBuy and the Hanwha website, have determined that the security camera and monitoring systems are made primarily in South Korea. South Korea is a “designated country: in accordance with 52.225-11 Buy American-Construction Materials under Trade Agreements, and therefore is compliant with the BAA requirements.

b. Physical Security Access Control System (PACS) – Lenel OnGuard

i. The Lenenel OnGuard PACS is on the GSA approved list for BAA and the products are found on GSA EBuy. The product meets the BAA requirements.

c. Fire alarm system – Honeywell Notifier

i. Honeywell Notifier Fire Alarm Systems are manufactured in Northford, Connecticut. Manufacturer location is cofirmed via online research and these products are available on GSA EBuy with the US manufactured designation. The product meets the BAA requirements.

d. Building Automation System (BAS) - Siemens Desigo

i. Research on these BAS from Siemens Desigo has found the products on

GSA has meeting the BAA requirements. They are manufactured in both the US and Germany. Germany is a “designated country: in accordance with 52.225-11 Buy American-Construction Materials under Trade Agreements, and therefore is compliant with the BAA requirements.

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 Malcon Randall 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.

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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.

Jose V Silva Date General Engineer Malcon Randall VAMC

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

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

Donald A. Marsh III Date

Contracting Officer Program Contracting Activity Central

DONALD MARSH Digitally signed by DONALD MARSH Date: 2026.06.25 17:22:49 -04'00'

JOSE SILVA MERCEDES

Digitally signed by JOSE SILVA

MERCEDES

Date: 2026.06.26 06:59:20 -04'00'