J and A Redact_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification document for a purchase above the micro-purchase threshold but below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold ($250K) at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. The justification covers an emergency sewage line repair at the Whistle Stop Daycare center located at VAPAHCS Palo Alto, 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304.

The document justifies sole-source selection of Paragon Mechanical, Inc. for immediate emergency repairs after a foul smell was reported and investigation revealed a sewage pump vault full of sewage requiring vacuum truck pumping and pump replacement. Market research was limited to reviewing a previous procurement and selecting a known local contractor who could begin work immediately. The contracting officer certified this justification on 2/12/2025, with the document having an effective date of 11/15/2024. The acquisition plan action ID is 36C261-25-AP-0189, with purchase request number 640-25-1-5070-0009.