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J059--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Digital Building Management Systems

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36C26126Q0994Federal

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The Department of Veterans Affairs Northern California Health Care System intends to award a sole source contract to Siemens Industry Inc. for the procurement and support of Digital Building Management Systems, including control systems, technician services, system upgrades, on-site training, and repair or replacement parts at its Northern California campus and the Stockton VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The procurement is justified under FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(B) due to the unique and highly specialized nature of Siemens’ proprietary building automation technology, which is specifically tailored to the VA’s infrastructure and cannot be replicated by other vendors. Siemens has a proven track record of performance with the VA, and transitioning to another vendor would pose significant risks to system integrity, operational continuity, and data compatibility, along with substantial costs and potential service disruptions. Market research confirmed that no alternative provider meets the technical specifications or can deliver within required timelines. The contract falls under NAICS Code 561210 for Facilities Support Services and PSC Code J059 for maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment components. The place of performance is at the VA Northern California Health Care System’s locations, primarily in French Camp, California. Responsible sources may submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations by July 24, 2026, to the Contracting Officer Parmpreet Pannu at Parmpreet.Pannu@va.gov; submissions must include the company name, address, point of contact details, UEI number, and a statement demonstrating the ability to meet the specified requirements. This notice is not a solicitation for competitive bids but provides an opportunity for other vendors to present their qualifications for consideration. All responses must be submitted electronically to the designated point of contact before the deadline.

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Sole source contract to Siemens for proprietary building systems support at VA Northern California facilities.

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Department Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)View Agency

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561210 - Facilities Support ServicesView NAICS

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French Camp, CA, 95231, USA

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)
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OfficeMATHER, CA, 95655, USA
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Title: Intent to Sole Source for Digital Building Management Systems services to Siemens Industry Inc. Notice Type: Special Notice Solicitation Number: 36C26126Q0994 Description: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS), intends to award a sole source contract to Siemens Industry Inc., located at 1000 E Deerfield Pkwy Buffalo Grove IL 60089, UEI: JZXZSN3BBL98, for the procurement of Control Building automation system, Controls Technicians, Systems Upgrades, On-site Training, and Repair Replacement Parts or Additions at the VANCHCS Campus. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(B), Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. Justification: The justification for the sole source procurement is based on the following reasons: Technical Expertise: Siemens Industry Inc. possesses the unique technical expertise required to meet the specific requirements of the Digital Building Management Systems. This expertise includes proprietary methods and customization capabilities specific to Veteran Affair’s infrastructure. Continuity: Siemens Industry Inc. has been providing Digital Building Management Systems to the VA, demonstrating exceptional performance. Transitioning to a different vendor would involve significant costs and risks related to data integrity, system compatibility, and potential disruptions to critical services. Market Research: Thorough market research was conducted, and it has been determined that no other vendors can provide a comparable solution within the required timelines and technical specifications. NAICS Code: 561210 Facilities Support Services. PSC Code: J059 maint/repair/rebuild of equipment- electrical and electronic equipment components. Place of Performance: VA Northern California Health Care System, Siemens Controls System, Stockton VA Community Based Out-Patient Clinic. Responses to this Notice: Written responses to this notice shall be sent to the Contracting Officer, Parmpreet Pannu, at Parmpreet.Pannu@va.gov no later than July 24, 2026. Any response should include: Company name and address, Point of contact with name, title, phone number, and email address, UEI number, Capability statement addressing the ability to perform the specific requirements. Contact Information: Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs Stockton Campus, 6505 South Manthey Road, French Camp, CA 95231-9518. Primary Point of Contact: Parmpreet Pannu, Contracting Officer Email: Parmpreet.Pannu@va.gov.

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