J063--MILWAUKEE VAMC - New Pharmacy Cache Relocation Security Upgrade (VA-26-00027765)
ID: 36C25226Q0172Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (J063)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/890ad6d5c87a4e88beddf9486cd19381/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. for a Facility Security System Upgrade for the Pharmacy Cache system at the Milwaukee Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). This procurement is based on FAR 8.405-6, which indicates that Johnson Controls, Inc. is the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the agency's specific requirements. The upgrade is critical for enhancing the security of the pharmacy cache, ensuring compliance with safety standards and protecting sensitive materials. Interested firms that believe they can meet the requirements must submit their capability statements, including product details and customer references, to Michelle R. Klug at michelle.klug2@va.gov by January 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time. No competitive quotes will be accepted, and the government reserves the right to proceed with the sole source negotiation if no responses are received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle R KlugContract Specialist
    (224) 610-3248
    michelle.klug2@va.gov
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    36C25226Q0172.docx
    The VA Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) intends to award a sole source contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. for a Facility Security System Upgrade for the Pharmacy Cache system at the Milwaukee VAMC. This action, identified under Solicitation Number 36C25226Q0172 and NAICS Code 561621, is based on FAR 8.405-6, which stipulates that Johnson Controls, Inc. is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation documents are available. However, firms believing they can meet the requirements must submit detailed information about their products, services, and references to Michelle R. Klug (michelle.klug2@va.gov) by January 12, 2026, 3:00 PM Central Time. The government reserves the right to determine whether to proceed with the sole source negotiation.
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