JA ML 25-47 P1334 Brand Name or Equal Interior Finishes - Redacted.pdf

This Justification and Approval (J&A) document authorizes the use of "brand name or equal" references for interior color and finish selections in a solicitation for constructing a new Child Development Center (CDC) at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads in Norfolk, VA. The project involves building a handicap-accessible facility to support 300 children, with a total project duration of 858 days and funding through FY24 MILCON. The J&A allows specific brand name interior finishes from manufacturers like Sherwin Williams, Wilsonart, Dupont, and others, while maintaining the intent to not limit competition. The solicitation (N4008525-R-2527) is restricted to Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) holders for large general construction projects in the Hampton Roads Area of Responsibility, with the specific MACC contract numbers ranging from N4008521-D-0079 through N4008521-D-0086.

The document includes a detailed attachment listing specific interior finish materials, including wood stains, laminates, solid surfaces, acrylic panels, wall tiles, grout, flooring, paint, and other architectural elements, with their corresponding manufacturers, colors, and style descriptions. The J&A emphasizes that while brand names are referenced, the goal is to ensure a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing interior design without restricting competitive bidding. The Contracting Officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing using techniques like comparison to proposed prices, historical information, and market survey results. The Navy has published a Notice of Intent on SAM.gov and will make the approved J&A publicly available as required by federal acquisition regulations.