Brand Name Justification - Redacted.pdf

This document is a Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification for a federal contract to replace HVAC systems in Building 1062 at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. The project requires complete removal and replacement of existing Liebert HVAC units, involving decommissioning of old units, procurement and delivery of new Liebert HVAC systems with high-efficiency ratings, and full installation and commissioning. The contract will include all necessary labor, materials, equipment, permits, system testing, documentation, and training for government personnel.

The procurement is being conducted by the 502 CONS/JBKAA contracting activity, with a funding level between >SAT and ≤$750K. Market research confirmed Virtiv as the sole manufacturer of the required HVAC systems. The solicitation will be publicly posted on SAM.gov to ensure broad visibility. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable based on market research, historical pricing data, and competitive landscape analysis. Future actions may include investigating infrastructure standardization and developing performance-based specifications for broader competition in subsequent HVAC system upgrades.