Sole_Source_Justification_redacted_1.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition for a simplified acquisition dated August 12, 2026, for PR Number 0044042718 at Valley Forge National Historical Park.

The procurement is for continued operation, software support, and service of the Visitor Center security and alarm system. The requirement includes installation of updated Siemens software licenses, one additional software license for authorized personnel to program and remotely manage the system, and a service agreement for the security system. Employee PIV cards serve as access credentials to unlock designated doors throughout the Visitor Center. The contracting officer has justified the sole source award to Siemens based on the "only one responsible source" rationale. The justification explains that the existing Visitor Center security system utilizes proprietary Siemens software and equipment installed as part of a recent building rehabilitation project. Because the system is proprietary to Siemens, no other vendor can provide the required software updates, programming capabilities, and maintenance services without replacing or substantially modifying the existing system, which is neither practical nor economical. Market research confirmed that no other vendors have been able to perform maintenance on the existing system due to its proprietary nature. The contracting officer certifies that only one source is available and that the anticipated price will be determined as fair and reasonable using price analysis techniques per FAR Part 13.106-3(a). The document is signed by Mark Truex, Project Officer, and Deborah Coles, Contracting Officer.