J041--GI Building Automation & Controls - NWI
Overview
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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 Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to Johnson Controls Inc. for Building Automation & Controls Planned Service Agreement at the Nebraska-Western Iowa VA Health Care System. This notice is published as a Notice of Intent, not a solicitation. Interested vendors may submit capability statements by June 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This planned service agreement covers essential support for the existing JCI Metasys Building Automation System (BAS), including:
- Weekly onsite controls technician services.
- Emergency response.
- Operator training.
- Scheduled software/hardware upgrades. These services are critical for ensuring the safety of veterans in accordance with 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)
- Intended Awardee: Johnson Controls Inc.
- Set-Aside: None (intended sole source)
- Response Due: June 29, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time
- Published: June 16, 2026
Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract, as the Government believes Johnson Controls Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing the required services for the existing Metasys BAS. However, responsible sources who believe they can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Submissions will be reviewed to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted, though this determination is solely at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 561210 (Facilities Support Services)
- Product/Service Code: J041 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, And Air Circulating Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Nebraska-Western Iowa VA Health Care System, Omaha, NE 68105, USA.