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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

ELEVATOR CONTROL SYSTEM

Please read this Sources Sought Notice in its entirety.

The Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Pacific (NAVFAC PAC) Architect-Engineer (A-E) Contracts Branch is working on a Class Justification and Approval (J&A) that would authorize the inclusion of a single manufacturer’s Elevator Control Systems for hydraulic and traction elevators in on-going construction projects and future construction project solicitations on a brand-name basis under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and (b)(B)(i) and (ii), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements”.

To elaborate, the Government does not intend to acquire Elevator Control Systems directly through stand-alone solicitations for Elevator Control Systems only. Instead, the requirement for Elevator Control Systems will be incorporated under contract modifications for on-going construction projects or incorporated into future solicitations for new construction projects.

The authority to act under the proposed Class J&A would be limited to a single manufacturer’s Elevator Control Systems required for projects in support of the Marine Corps’ Defense Policy Review Initiative (DPRI) Guam Program. Primary location of projects will be on Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz (MCBCB), Naval Base Guam (NBG), and Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB). It is anticipated that the proposed Class J&A will apply to 6 construction projects/buildings for approximately 1 traction type elevators and 5 hydraulic type elevators from Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 to 2031.

Based on preliminary Government market research, the Class J&A would specify the following Elevator Control Systems which are both manufactured by Elevator Control Corporation, a Vantage Company:

Pixel Traction Control for all traction type elevators Pixel Hydraulic Control for all hydraulic type elevators

The following was found to be sufficient preliminary rationale to permit other than full and open competition under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and (b)(B)(i) and (ii), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements”.

Use of the Pixel Traction Control and Pixel Hydraulic Control for the 6 construction projects/buildings in Guam allows for a single manufacturer’s uniform Elevator Control Systems rather than multiple manufacturers which would provide the following benefits to the Government:

o Lower operation and maintenance costs associated with cybersecurity. The Government has determined that these Elevator Control Systems have an “intermediate” accreditation boundary since it does not need to connect to an IP network and all Elevator Controllers will have exactly the same Elevator Controller User Interface System, Elevator Controller User Interface System Software, and HMI System software in order to perform its required functions. This inherently eliminates initial costs for establishing additional ATO(s) and eliminates additional annual ATO sustainment costs associated with the use of multiple Elevator Control Systems by other manufacturers.

The Pixel Traction Control and Pixel Hydraulic

Control are one of the known Elevator Control Systems that does not need to connect to an IP network and all Elevator Controllers will have exactly the same Elevator Controller User Interface System, Elevator Controller User Interface System Software and HMI System Software in order to perform its required functions.

o Reduces costs associated with training personnel to operate and maintain the system since all elevator control systems will be from the same manufacturer negating the need for elevator technicians to attend multiple training sessions.

o Reduces costs and wastes associated with procuring and maintaining an inventory of multiple manufacturers’ spare products. Instead, spares from a single manufacturer would be used across all elevators under the DPRI program.

The Government may consider other Elevator Control Systems in lieu of the Pixel Traction Control and Pixel Hydraulic Control if it can be demonstrated to meet the following minimum salient characteristics:

1. Elevator Control Systems: The Elevator Control Systems for both traction and hydraulic elevators shall:

1.1. Have the capability of controlling electric traction

and hydraulic passenger elevators, regardless of the elevator manufacturer (i.e. non-proprietary Elevator Control Systems) with the following design parameters:

1.1.1. Traction Elevators

1.1.1.1. Size: Able to accommodate an ambulance

stretcher 24-inch by 84-inch with not less than 5-inch radius corners, in the open, horizontal position.

1.1.1.2. Type: Gearless

1.1.1.3. Rate Load: Up to 5000 lbs.

1.1.1.4. Rated Speed: 350 fpm.

1.1.1.5. Car Door Type: Two-Speed Side Slide

1.1.1.6. Car Door Opening Width: 3ft 6 in minimum

1.1.1.7. Stops: Up to 6 Stops

1.1.1.8. Group: Up to 3 elevators per building

1.1.2. Hydraulic Elevators

1.1.2.1. Size: Able to accommodate an ambulance

stretcher 24-inch by 84-inch with not less than 5-inch radius corners, in the open, horizontal position.

1.1.2.2. Type: In-Ground Direct Plunger

1.1.2.3. Rate Load: Up to 5000 lbs.

1.1.2.4. Rated Speed: 150 fpm.

1.1.2.5. Car Door Type: Two-Speed Side Slide

1.1.2.6. Car Door Opening Width: 3ft 6 in minimum

1.1.2.7. Stops: 2 Stops

1.1.2.8. Group: Up to 2 elevators per building

1.2. Have the capability to automatically reestablish

normal elevator operation following any temporary loss of power, regardless of duration.

1.3. Include all hardware and software required for the

installation, maintenance, and service of the elevators, in its' entirety.

1.4. Have all components, parts, diagnostic tools, and

software be made available for purchase, installation, and use by any licensed elevator contractor.

"Exchange-only" provisions for the purchase of spare parts are not acceptable. The manufacturer shall have a published, industry competitive price listing for all parts, diagnostic tools, and software.

1.5. Have an established and documented schedule for

factory training classes that the manufacturer has provided for a minimum period of one year prior to the date of this Sources Sought Notice. The training shall be made available to any licensed elevator contractor and shall consist of installation, adjustment, service, and maintenance. The manufacturer shall have a published, industry competitive price listing for all factory training classes.

1.6. Have technical support services be made available to

any licensed elevator installation, service, and maintenance company. Technical support services include both live telephone and internet based and shall be available during standard working hours in Guam. The manufacturer shall have a published, industry competitive price listing for all technical support services.

2. Elevator Controller: The individual Elevator Controllers, and group Elevator Controllers for both traction and hydraulic elevators shall:

2.1. Be housed inside a lockable cabinet with space to also

accommodate the placement of the Human Machine Interface (HMI) System. The lockable cabinet shall comply with arc-flash protection requirements of NFPA 70E and UFC 3-560-01.

2.1.1. If the HMI System cannot fit inside the lockable

cabinet, a separate lockable cabinet shall be provided by the manufacturer.

2.1.2. For group elevator installations, a single HMI

System in a separate cabinet with full access to each Elevator Controller may be utilized but shall be provided by the manufacturer.

2.2. Be compatible with any major manufactures’ traction or

hydraulic type elevators.

2.2.1. It is not necessary for a single Elevator

Controller that is compatible with both traction and hydraulic elevators. A single Elevator Controller that is compatible with only traction elevators and a different single Elevator Controller that is compatible with only hydraulic elevators are acceptable.

2.3. Have a current certificate of safety code compliance

issued by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA), Toronto, Canada.

2.4. Not have the capability to connect to the internet via

physical or Wi-Fi connection in order to minimize possible cyberattacks. If such capability exists on the Elevator Controllers, the Government may still accept the Elevator Controllers as long as the capability is disabled by the manufacturer.

2.5. The Elevator Controller User Interface System shall:

2.5.1. Be microprocessor-based logic system that is

operationally compatible with any major manufactures’ traction or hydraulic type elevators independently.

2.5.2. Have an Operating System based on Windows.

2.5.3. Utilize the same Elevator Controller User

Interface System for both traction and hydraulic elevators (i.e. one type of user interface system).

2.5.3.1. A single Elevator Controller User Interface

System for only traction elevators and a different single Elevator Controller User Interface System for only hydraulic elevators ARE NOT acceptable.

2.5.4. Utilize the same Elevator Controller User

Interface System Software for both traction and hydraulic elevators (i.e. one type of user interface system software).

2.5.4.1. A single Elevator Controller User Interface

System Software for only traction elevators and a different single Elevator Controller User Interface System Software for only hydraulic elevators ARE NOT acceptable.

2.5.5. Provide complete elevator controller interface

capability and shall include the elevator controller manufacturer's comprehensive package of installation and diagnostic software.

2.5.6. Provide unrestricted access to all parameters, all levels of adjustment, and all flags necessary for installation, adjustment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of elevators.

2.5.7. Provide the capability to display and diagnose

trouble calls, faults, and shutdowns. Expiring software, degrading operation, and "key" access controls are not acceptable.

2.5.8. Not terminate the unlimited and unrestricted

access at any future date.

2.5.9. Store all software programming in non-volatile

memory. The non-volatile memory fault log storage of all faults, trouble calls, and fault history for a minimum of one year and the ability to download or print the fault log.

3. The Human Machine Interface (HMI) System for both traction and hydraulic elevators shall:

3.1. Have a minimum monitor size of 10 inches with a 12

inch keyboard.

3.2. Have an Operating System based on Windows.

3.3. Utilize the same HMI System Software for both traction

and hydraulic elevators.

3.3.1. A single HMI System Software for only traction

elevators and a different single HMI System Software for only hydraulic elevators ARE NOT acceptable.

3.4. Not terminate the unlimited and unrestricted access at

any future date.

3.5. Store all software programming in non-volatile memory.

The non-volatile memory fault log storage of all faults, trouble calls, and fault history for a minimum of one year and the ability to download or print the fault log.

The applicable NAICS code is 334519 – Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 500 employees.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Please note that this is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), a promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind on the part of the Government. There will be no debrief, evaluation letters, and/or results to be issued to interested parties that choose to respond. Information obtained from this Sources Sought notice is for market research purposes to facilitate the decision making process. No information received in response to this Sources Sought Notice that is marked or designated as proprietary information will be released outside the Government.

The Government shall not reimburse or assume any cost incurred by interested parties that respond to this notice.

Interested parties shall respond to this notice by providing information to demonstrate that their Elevator Control System will meet the Government’s objective such as:

a. A written statement that clearly addresses that the manufacturer’s product(s) can satisfy all the minimum salient characteristics.

b. Product Description to include Model Number, Catalog Number, Code Number, or equivalent model designation.

c. Published price list for all major components (hardware and software), factory training, and technical support

d. Manufacturer’s Technical Datasheets to include, but not limited to, the Elevator Controller, Elevator Controller User Interface System, Elevator Controller User Interface System Software, HMI System, and HMI System Software that will be used for hydraulic and traction elevator types.

e. Documentation of manufacturer's maintenance and diagnostic software that will enable the same level of unrestricted access to all controllers, hydraulic and traction, regardless of the installation date or location.

Please submit complete information via email to Mr. Erik Torngren via electronic mail at erik.s.torngren.civ@us.navy.mil no later than 8 September 2025 at 2:00 p.m. H.S.T. Information received after the due date/time will not be considered. Any information provided to the Government in response to this RFI will become U.S. Government property and will not be returned.

All proprietary or classified information will be treated appropriately.