CLASS Justification and Approval for Vandenberg Space Force Base Automated Logic controllers (5 years)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, W075 ENDIST LOS ANGELES, on behalf of the Department of Defense, has issued a Special Notice for a Class Justification and Approval (J&A) for the brand-name procurement of Automated Logic controllers for Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) over a five-year period. This J&A covers an estimated 2,000 units with an approximate total spend of $2.5M. The purpose is to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce training costs. Interested parties capable of providing a substitution are encouraged to submit a capability statement by February 25, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
This J&A covers all VSFB controller system purchases from its effective date through 2031. The requirement is for approximately 2,000 Automated Logic controllers over the next five years, including routers, large equipment controllers, and single zone controllers, to replace end-of-life HVAC system components. The estimated cost per unit ranges from $850 to $1,100, totaling approximately $2.5M. The justification highlights the ability of Automated Logic to manufacture controllers on a large scale in the US and the cost savings in training USAF HVAC technicians on a single control system.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Class Justification and Approval for Brand-Name Only)
- Duration: Covers purchases through 2031, with an estimated 5-year spend.
- Estimated Value: Approximately $2.5M over 5 years.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Capability Statement Due: February 25, 2026, at 9:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 11, 2026.
Justification & Response
The J&A is for brand-name only Automated Logic controllers to reduce training requirements (estimated $80K and 830 hours per 5-year cycle) and avoid duplication of effort. This notice serves to advise interested responsible parties that believe they are equally or uniquely capable of providing a substitution to submit a capability statement.
Additional Notes
Appropriations will include dFSRM funds, MILCON, and central funds. There will be no IP/IP rights associated with this J&A, as it will be utilized for firm-fixed price construction, renovation, and repair projects.