Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Rockwell Automation Inc
ID: W912EF24Q0091Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WALWALLA WALLA, WA, 99362-1876, USA

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

PSC

ELECTRICAL CONTROL EQUIPMENT (6110)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9cb60e96e86d408cb30a10f779bb3b86/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, intends to issue a sole source contract to Rockwell Automation Inc for the procurement of Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLC) and associated system components. This procurement is necessary to maintain the original manufacturer's warranty and licensing for existing Allen-Bradley 5380 controllers, which are critical for the operational efficiency of various hydroelectric projects, including the Millcreek and McNary dams. The use of Rockwell Automation products is essential for standardizing PLCs and ensuring compatibility and maintainability, as previous attempts to solicit competitive bids have not yielded viable alternatives. Interested vendors may submit documentation demonstrating their capability and past performance to Callie Rietfors at callie.rietfors@usace.army.mil or by phone at 509-527-7280, although this is not a request for competitive proposals. The streamlined procurement process is expected to continue until November 2028, reducing administrative burdens associated with repetitive contracts.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Callie Rietfors
    (509) 527-7280
    callie.rietfors@usace.army.mil
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    Final Signed Class JA Allen Bradley Sole Source Justification - Redacted.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, seeks class justification and approval (J&A) for issuing single-source contracts for Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley products, necessary for various hydroelectric projects including Millcreek and McNary dams. This J&A allows for future procurements without needing individual justifications, streamlining the process until November 2028. The district has historically used these products for standardizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), essential for operational efficiency and system integration. The request cites concerns about maintainability and compatibility; alternative products are not available. Previous attempts to solicit competition yielded no responses due to the uniqueness of these products. The document asserts that these measures will reduce labor costs while ensuring reliable performance of critical control systems. By avoiding redundant justifications, the Corps expedites procurement processes and lessens administrative burdens associated with repetitive contracts.
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