J028--502-21-3-5794-0009 - Facility Sustaining Generator Ground Resistors and Bus Repairs (VA-21-00079099)

Contract J028-502-21-3-5794-0009, also identified as award 36C25621P1204, was issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 16 for the Alexandria Veterans Health Care System. The agreement is a firm-fixed price contract awarded to Louisiana Machinery Company, L.L.C. on July 9, 2021, for a total amount of 78,135.00 dollars. The scope of work involves the installation of neutral ground resistors and bus repairs for Caterpillar Model SR4B-HV generators to ensure the restoration of critical backup power capabilities at the medical facility. The procurement was conducted as a sole-source award under NAICS code 811310, bypassing full and open competition. This action was justified by the urgent need for emergency repairs and the status of Louisiana Machinery as the sole proprietor and manufacturer capable of performing the specific technical requirements. The contract was managed by Contracting Officer Beth Cook out of the Ridgeland, Mississippi office.