C214--LOU Continuous Commissioning Support BPA
ID: 36C24924Q0386Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

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Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING (C214)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fc150a292ceb47abac1033137e637caf/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to establish a sole-source Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Continuous Commissioning Support with Enviros, LLC, specifically for the Robley Rex VA Medical Center's VISN-wide Retro-Commissioning project. This procurement aims to renew licensing for the proprietary iPerformance Asset Performance Management Tool, which is essential for conducting federally mandated energy audits and retro-commissioning projects every four years to ensure the efficiency and reliability of HVAC and utility systems. The anticipated cost for this procurement is approximately $7.5 million, and interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities and quotations by 11:00 AM CST on September 10, 2024, to Rebecca Espinoza at rebecca.espinoza@va.gov. The government retains discretion over whether to solicit further competition based on the responses received.

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    Rebecca EspinozaContract Specialist
    (615) 225-6998
    rebecca.espinoza@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Special Notice regarding a sole-source Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Continuous Commissioning Support with Enviros, LLC. This agreement pertains to the Robley Rex VA Medical Center's VISN-wide Retro-Commissioning project utilizing the proprietary iPerformance Asset Performance Management Tool, which is unique to Enviros. Federal law mandates energy audits and retro-commissioning projects every four years for federal facilities, ensuring HVAC and utility systems' efficiency and reliability. Enviros, LLC, recognized as a responsible Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), is the sole provider of the specialized software required for the project. The procurement will follow FAR guidelines for engaging a single responsible source. Interested parties may express their capability to fulfill the requirement by submitting quotations by the specified deadline of September 10, 2024. However, the government retains discretion over whether to solicit further competition based on received responses. The government cautions against including proprietary or sensitive information in submissions, as all non-proprietary technical information may be utilized in future solicitations. This document summarizes the government’s intent to renew essential software licensing and ensure compliance with federal energy management requirements.
    P03 603 Sole Source JOFOC CO redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is justifying a sole source procurement for the iPerformance Asset Performance Management Tool under FAR 13.5, with an anticipated cost of $7.5 million. This tool supports the Continuous Commissioning Initiative at the Louisville VA Medical Center, enabling effective tracking of HVAC and utility system performance across seven facilities within VISN 9. The justification cites that Enviros LLC is the only source able to provide this proprietary software, which is vital for generating compliance reports from critical operational areas. Market research confirmed that no other vendors could satisfy the specific requirements due to its proprietary nature, and Enviros is confirmed as a Veteran-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The contracting officer certifies the justification's accuracy and completeness, noting that existing GSA contract comparisons validate that the anticipated costs are fair and reasonable. Future research efforts will focus on identifying additional vendors to enhance competition for similar services. This document confirms the necessity of securing a unique tool that directly supports the VA's operational capabilities in a specialized context.
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