Z2DZ-- 585-23-103 Upgrade Electrical Metering System
ID: 36C25225Q0235Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

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Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF OTHER HOSPITAL BUILDINGS (Z2DZ)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b995e50613aa4d6c9f88de8c34550ec3/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to upgrade the electrical metering system at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI, through a sole source contract with Schneider Electric USA, Inc. This procurement involves the installation of Schneider Electric's proprietary Power Management Expert (PME) 7.2 software and Square D products, which are critical for the medical center's electrical power metering and Emergency Power Standby System (EPSS). The successful implementation of this system is vital for ensuring reliable emergency power and compliance with Joint Commission reporting requirements. Interested parties authorized by Schneider Electric must respond by February 10, 2025; if no authorized sources are identified, the VA will proceed with the contract under FAR 6.302-1, allowing procurement from a single source. For further inquiries, contact Kristi Kluck at Kristi.kluck3@va.gov or call 414-844-4879.

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    Kristi KluckContracting Officer
    (414) 844-4879
    Kristi.kluck3@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a special notice regarding the Upgrade Electrical Metering System project (585-23-103) at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI. The VA intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Schneider Electric USA, Inc. for their proprietary Power Management Expert (PME) 7.2 software and Square D products. This system is essential for the medical center's electrical power metering and the Emergency Power Standby System (EPSS), which provides critical emergency power and generates Joint Commission reports. Only Schneider Electric components are compatible with PME 7.2, requiring installation and modifications to be performed exclusively by their trained personnel. The agency is providing an opportunity for authorized Schneider Electric sources to respond; if none are identified by the response deadline of February 10, 2025, the VA will proceed to contract directly with Schneider Electric under FAR 6.302-1, allowing procurement from a single source necessary to meet the agency's requirements.
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