Brand Name Justification Notice
ID: 47PK1725R0025Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONPUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICE

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d64be4a148ea48a6b4d629492bf0f70a/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 24, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking to modernize the elevators at the Richard H. Chambers US Courthouse in Pasadena, California, through a Brand Name Justification Notice. This procurement aims to utilize specific brands of equipment to ensure compatibility, ease of maintenance, and cost-effectiveness, as previous experiences with non-specific equipment led to inflated operational costs and limited service provider options. The project is estimated to cost $3,800,000, and GSA plans to publicly announce the procurement to attract a wider range of suppliers while exploring opportunities for increased competition in future projects. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Antonio Heredia at antonio.heredia@gsa.gov or Elizabeth Reyna at elizabeth.reyna@gsa.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Antonio Heredia
antonio.heredia@gsa.gov
Elizabeth Reyna
elizabeth.reyna@gsa.gov
Files
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Posted
Brand Name Justification and Approval.pdf
Apr 9, 2025, 10:07 PM UTC
The General Services Administration (GSA) seeks to modernize the Richard H. Chambers Elevator through a Brand Name Justification, bypassing full competition due to specific equipment requirements. The project, estimated at $3,800,000, necessitates distinct brands to ensure compatibility, overarching maintenance ease, and reduced costs. The report cites that utilizing proprietary equipment previously led to inflated operational expenses and a scarcity of qualified service providers. With the chosen brands, GSA aims to install non-proprietary systems, ensuring a competitive market for future repair and maintenance services. Comprehensive market research confirmed the availability of vendors for the specified equipment, and the contracting officer determined the anticipated costs would align with fair pricing standards. Moreover, GSA plans to publicly announce the procurement, promoting wider supplier interest while continuing to explore options for expanding competition in future projects. The document underscores a commitment to efficiency and safety in building operations, highlighting prior issues arising from non-specific procurement specifications.
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