Information Systems Facility, Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), WA

The purpose of posting this approved Justification and Approval (J&A) memo for "Brand Names or Equal" is to comply with the requirement of FAR 6.305(c).

Project Description:
Construct a new 44,832 square foot Information Systems Facility (ISF) for the Network Enterprise Center (NEC) on JBLM, WA. The ISF Project includes departmental workspaces divided into specified security zones that address special use spaces within the ISF. The ISF will include; administrative offices, open office space, multipurpose meeting rooms, reception area, customer support center and loading/service areas. Technical spaces amounting to approximately 25% of the net square footage include: equipment test lab, telephone switch rooms, telecommunications cable vault, classified and unclassified communications systems and spaces, Network Operations Center (NOC), Communications Security (COMSEC) vault, Secure Video Teleconferencing Center (VTC), and dedicated Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) Room. Highest-level security classification for this building is SECRET. Construction also includes: covered storage shelter; pad-mounted redundant power generation; secure organizational vehicle parking; fire protection and alarm systems; Intrusion Detection System (IDS) installation; and Energy Monitoring Control Systems (EMCS) connection. Facilities will be designed to a
minimum 40-year life, in accordance with DoD's Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC 1-200-02); including energy efficiencies, building envelope and integrated building systems performance. Supporting facilities include site development, utilities and connections, lighting, organizational and personal vehicle parking. General site work includes sidewalks, curbs, storm water management systems, landscaping, and signage. Heating and air conditioning will be by self-contained systems.