NOTICE OF INTENT - Sole Source Siemens HVAC Building Automation and Temperature Controls 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 has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to procure Siemens HVAC building automation and temperature controls systems on a sole-source basis. This requirement is for the Chilled Water Plant Replacement and Utility Upgrades Project at the VA West Haven Campus, CT. The primary goal is to integrate the new chiller plant with the existing Siemens control infrastructure across the campus for unified monitoring and control. Responses from interested parties are due by February 18, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The project involves the installation of Siemens HVAC building automation and temperature controls systems, including sensors, controllers, actuators, communication protocols, and user interfaces. The VA West Haven campus currently utilizes Siemens Controls for its Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Plant, and a new Boiler Plant is also being designed with Siemens Controls. The new chiller plant's control system must seamlessly connect to this existing infrastructure to provide a single, integrated control option for all steam and chilled water generating equipment, allowing VA personnel to monitor all systems from a single location.
The proprietary nature of Siemens' network is cited as a key reason for this brand-name approach, ensuring reliable communication and performance. The Government states that not utilizing Siemens controls would result in a separate, stand-alone system for the new chiller plant, leading to significant complications in communication and future modifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent for Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source Justification)
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 4, 2026
Action Items
This Notice of Intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals; it serves as a market research tool. Interested parties who believe they can meet the identified requirements with an alternative solution are encouraged to submit a response within 15 days of the notice's posting. Responses will be considered to determine the availability of other qualified sources. Email responses to Tyler Maryak (tyler.s.maryak@usace.army.mil) and CC Erin Bradley (erin.e.bradley@usace.army.mil). The email subject line must be: "W912WJ26X1B65 – Siemens". The Government is not obligated to pay for any information received.