The document is a special notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs, announcing an intent to sole source a requirement for an upgrade of UPS PowerWare systems (Solicitation Number: 36C24424P0913). The contracting office, located at 3900 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA, operates under the ZIP code 19104. The response deadline for proposals is set for September 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. The procurement falls under Product Service Code 6150 and NAICS Code 335999, indicating a focus on electrical power supplies. The contact for this bid is Contract Specialist McDaniel Brayboy III, who can be reached via email or phone. The notice indicates that no Recovery Act funds are associated with this project, and it will be archived 30 days after the response deadline. Overall, this document signifies the VA’s procedural steps towards upgrading critical power systems for its facilities, highlighting its commitment to ensuring reliable power supply for operational efficiency.
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, plans to enter a sole source contract with EATON Corporation for an UPS Power Ware Upgrade, as authorized under FAR Part 6.302-1. This decision is based on the belief that only EATON can fulfill the specific equipment requirements, making it a brand name-only contract. The proposed contract will be a firm fixed price without additional option years. The notice indicates that this is not a request for competitive proposals or solicitation of offers, and the Government will not issue a solicitation package. Interested parties may respond with evidence supporting competition by September 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM. The document is issued by Contracting Specialist McDaniel Brayboy, emphasizing the limited competition and clarity of the proposal process.