FY23 Special Project HI2504M Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Disinfection System Marine Core Base (MCBH), Kaneohe, Hawaii

Justification and Approval (J&A)

This document justifies the use of other than full and open competition for the procurement of a King-Fisher fire alarm radio transmitter panel and antenna for the H12504M Water Reclamation Facility Disinfection System project at Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH). The project is necessary to comply with a State Department of Health Notice of Violation and Order.

• Procurement of a King-Fisher fire alarm radio transmitter panel and antenna.

• The project scope includes constructing a new disinfection unit, utilities, facilities, and minor support equipment, with incidental work including new fire alarm systems.

• The current fire alarm reporting system at MCBH is a King-Fisher system, which requires compatible King-Fisher transmitters.

• The estimated cost for the H12504M construction project, including the King-Fisher transmitter procurement, is not explicitly stated but is referenced.

This document is a Justification and Approval, not a solicitation. It details the rationale for sole-source procurement.

This action is for other than full and open competition, citing FAR 6.302-1 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) due to only one responsible source satisfying agency requirements.

• The existing fire alarm system at MCBH is a King-Fisher system, requiring compatible components for reliable operation and compliance with NFPA 72.

• A Class Justification & Approval for King-Fisher transmitters at JBPHH exists until July 2027 and supports the need for compatibility with receivers at JBPHH RDC.

• Using non-King-Fisher transmitters could endanger life and property due to unproven reliability and lack of FM Global/UL listing.

• Non-King-Fisher alternatives would require purchasing new receivers, additional frequencies, and upgrading the RDC dispatch system, incurring significant costs and delays.

• MCBH maintenance personnel are trained on King-Fisher systems, avoiding additional training costs and complexity.

• A Sources Sought Notice (N6274226RART) posted on SAM.gov on October 30, 2025, yielded no responses.

• Additional market research indicated that other manufacturers' products are not compatible with the existing King-Fisher system at MCBH.

• Previous projects with King-Fisher requirements have not shown other competitors with compatible products.

The estimated price for the King-Fisher transmitter is comparable to past prices and similar items from other manufacturers. The Contracting Officer has determined the cost to be fair and reasonable.

NAVFAC Hawaii has no current plans to compete future contracts for these supplies/services but will assess feasibility if other potential sources emerge.

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the use of other than full and open competition for the HI2504M Disinfection System project at Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH), Kaneohe, Hawaii. The acquisition involves the expansion of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, specifically requiring the Schneider GeoSCADA software (Schneider SCADA HMI Platform and Architecture) for a new disinfection unit.

• Expansion of the existing SCADA system to incorporate a new disinfection unit at the Water Reclamation Facility.

• Implementation of Schneider GeoSCADA software as the Human Machine Interface (HMI) platform for remote system monitoring and configuration.

• The new SCADA system must mesh with existing infrastructure and follow established standards.

• The system must support multiple user operations and peripheral device management.

• The SCADA system must meet cybersecurity requirements (UFC 4-010-06) and maintain its Authorization to Operate (ATO).

• The Contracting Activity is Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Hawaii (NAVFAC HI).

• The specific contract type and estimated value are not detailed in this document.

• This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for sole-source procurement, not a solicitation for proposals.

• This action is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements.

• A Sources Sought notice was published on April 17, 2025, to identify potential sources, but no response with an alternate product was received.

• The use of GeoSCADA is justified due to the need for standardized equipment for compatibility and maintenance with the existing system, and to avoid cybersecurity risks and delays associated with obtaining a new ATO.

• NAVFAC HI will continue to monitor the industry for compatible alternatives for future requirements.

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the use of other than full and open competition for the procurement of a programmable logic controller (PLC) for the HI2504M Disinfection System project at the Water Reclamation Facility, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe, Hawaii. The PLC is essential for expanding the existing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.

• Procurement of a Schneider Electric USA Inc. programmable logic controller (PLC) Model M580 Series.

• Integration of the new PLC with the existing SCADA system (which uses Schneider SCADAPack 357 PLCs).

• The system expansion must mesh with existing infrastructure and maintain operational continuity.

• The SCADA system must meet UFC 4-010-06 cybersecurity requirements and maintain its Authorization to Operate (ATO).

• The contracting activity is Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Hawaii (NAVFAC HI).

• The estimated procurement cost for each Schneider M580 Series PLC is not explicitly stated, but the project requires one new PLC.

• A Sources Sought notice (N62478MFDG1GY2501) was published on SAM.gov on April 17, 2025, to identify potential sources for compatible supply.

• No response with an alternate product was received.

• The Contracting Officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable.

• This justification is for other than full and open competition, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority due to only one responsible source satisfying agency requirements.

• The existing SCADAPack 357 is becoming obsolete.

• Standardization with the Schneider M580 Series is necessary for compatibility, maintenance, and to avoid operational inefficiencies and increased costs associated with multi-vendor systems.

• NAVFAC HI will continue to monitor the industry for compatible alternatives for future procurements.

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies limiting competition for the acquisition of a managed Industrial Ethernet (IE) 3400 Series switch by Cisco Systems, Inc. This switch is required for the HI2504M Disinfection System project at the Water Reclamation Facility of Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH), Kaneohe, Hawaii. The acquisition is necessary to expand the existing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, which currently utilizes the same Cisco IE 3400 Series switches.

• The project involves the expansion of the existing SCADA system for the Water Reclamation Facility.

• A managed Cisco IE 3400 Series switch is required to connect devices and ensure interoperability with the current SCADA infrastructure.

• The new switch must be integrated with the existing SCADA system to maintain functionality and allow for timely response to critical changes.

• The document does not specify contract type, period of performance, or estimated value, but notes that the estimated procurement costs for the Cisco IE 3400 Series switch are approximately [REDACTED].

• This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) and does not contain proposal submission instructions or evaluation criteria.

• This J&A explicitly limits competition to a specific brand-name product, precluding full and open competition for this portion of the acquisition.

• The rationale for limiting competition includes:

  • Standardized Equipment: Ensuring compatibility and maintenance with the existing SCADA system.
  • DoDIN Approved Products List (APL): The Cisco IE 3400 Series is listed on the APL.
  • Cybersecurity Authorization: The switch is currently included in the existing SCADA system's Authorization to Operate (ATO), reducing cybersecurity risks and avoiding delays associated with obtaining a new ATO.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Avoiding significant costs and delays associated with integrating a different manufacturer's equipment and obtaining a new ATO.

• A Sources Sought notice was published on SAM.gov on March 12, 2025, but no responses were received.

• The Contracting Officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable.