NOTICE OF INTENT - Sole Source Johnson Controls Fire Detection and Alarm for the Chilled Water Plant Replacement and Utility Upgrades Project at the VA West Haven Campus
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract for Johnson Controls Fire Detection and Alarm systems for the Chilled Water Plant Replacement and Utility Upgrades Project at the VA West Haven Campus. This action is taken under the authority of FAR 6.103-1, citing a brand-name requirement. Responses are due by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for the expansion of the existing Simplex-Grinnell (now Johnson Controls) fire detection and alarm system to integrate with the new chilled water plant. The VA West Haven campus currently utilizes a network-connected, campus-wide Simplex-Grinnell system, which allows remote monitoring and control by VA personnel. The new fire alarm system for the chilled water plant must connect to this existing infrastructure to ensure seamless integration and maintain patient and staff safety standards as required by NFPA and the Joint Commission. The proprietary nature of the existing system necessitates the use of Johnson Controls devices for proper functionality and communication reliability.
This procurement will involve the installation of various equipment, including but not limited to fire alarm control panels, pull stations, strobes, speakers, modules, and different types of detectors (duct smoke, smoke, heat). These devices are proprietary and require programming and testing by a Simplex-Grinnell employee.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent - Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source intent)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 4, 2026
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY / W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND
- Place of Performance: West Haven, CT, United States
Purpose of Notice
This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It serves as a market research tool to identify other qualified sources capable of meeting the brand-name requirement for Johnson Controls systems. The government is not obligated to pay for any information received. Responses will be considered solely to determine if alternative system manufacturers can be allowed, or if the brand-name requirement is justified.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties must submit responses within 15 days of the posting date via email to tyler.s.maryak@usace.army.mil and CC erin.e.bradley@usace.army.mil. The subject line of the email must include "W912WJ26X1B67 – JCI Fire Alarm."