Justification for Sole Source - Johnson Controls

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to award a sole-source contract to Johnson Controls Inc. for Metasys Building Automation System Services. The contract is valued at $740,000 and is necessary due to proprietary software and hardware already installed. Johnson Controls is the only responsible and capable source for these services. The contract will be used to maintain HVAC and other building automation systems at the VA Minneapolis Health Care System. • The contract is for a new action and is being conducted under the authority of the Multiple-Award Schedule Program. • The VA Rule of Two and the SBA rule of two are not met, allowing for a sole-source award. • The contract will be awarded to Johnson Controls Inc., a large business, due to their unique qualifications and the proprietary nature of the equipment.