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This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a proposal is being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Mission Support (OMS) requires a contractor to provide one year of service, maintenance and repair for the Metasys Building Automation System (BAS), and maintenance to all Johnson Controls Inc. proprietary equipment at the Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Center (ERC) located at 919 Kerr Research Drive, Ada, Oklahoma 74820. The mechanical systems include a 300+ ton ground source heat pump well field incorporating one-cell of the existing two-cell cooling tower. Supplementing the cooling load for the building is a 125-ton dual compressor electric chiller located in the penthouse. The ground source heat pump system incorporates five (5) cooling/heating water-to-water heat pumps, one (1) heating only water-to-water heat pump and ninety-five (95) small heat pumps (water source) primarily feeding the office areas of the facility. The five (5) large water-to-water heat pumps feed four (4) main Air Handling Units (AHU’s) in the penthouse that feed make-up air to the office heat pumps and supply air to the laboratories (two of the laboratory AHU’s run continuously with one of the AHU’s being redundant). The AHU’s use a passive heat pipe to pre-heat the incoming outside air with the exhaust stream from the laboratories. Laboratory air is exhausted by a set of three (3) strobic exhaust fans; two running continuously with one redundant. Utilizing this service, the EPA will be able to continue using the mechanical systems developed under the current ESPC contract to reduce energy use throughout the Ada facility. This item description (further detailed in the attached PWS) establishes the minimum requirements for maintenance and repair of the existing mechanical systems developed and installed in furtherance of the Ada ESPC contract. All necessary labor, parts, supplies, materials and equipment, except as otherwise specified, in performance of the PWS, for the maintenance of the BAS and HVAC system shall be included to meet the minimum requirements. Building Automation and ESCP Systems Maintenance and Repair: The contractor shall provide maintenance and repair of the building automation system and Johnson Controls Inc. owned equipment. The list of covered equipment is included in attachment A. Maintenance and repair services shall include: MAINTENANCE Complete maintenance services on the building automation system and Johnson Controls Inc. owned equipment. The contractor will follow the equipment maintenance task list in attachment B. REPAIR • Repair or replace worn parts or components with new parts or reconditioned components. All repairs that are not covered under the contract must have prior approval by the COR or ALT COR. A second line item will be included in this contract to cover equipment repair not covered under the maintenance contract. • Off-Duty Emergency Repair. During off-duty hours, the contractor shall respond to the GCRD facilities within 2 hours of notice of the occurrence of an emergency. • The contractor shall ensure the prompt repair/replacement of defective parts or equipment. • Prior to completion of repair work, the contractor shall remove any rubbish from the premises and deposit Government-owned property and material in the designated storage area. Upon completion of the task, contractor personnel shall leave the work area and premises in a clean, neat, and workmanlike condition. SPECIAL CONDITIONS • Tools and Special Test Equipment: The contractor shall furnish necessary tools and special test equipment to pursue the fulfillment of this Contract. • Access: The Government will provide reasonable means of access to devices which are to be serviced. • Shutdowns and Startups: The contractor shall be free to start and stop primary equipment incidental to the operation of the mechanical and electrical systems. Shutdowns and startups shall be approved in advance by the COR. The COR shall be responsible for coordination with Laboratory personnel using the facility regarding shutdowns and startups. • Exclusions: Unless otherwise noted herein, the contactor shall not engage in any work under this Contract in the following areas: • Add or otherwise alter equipment without written notification by the Contracting Officer • Alteration - Change the interior arrangement or other physical characteristics of an existing facility or installed equipment so that it may be more effectively utilized for its currently designated purpose or adapted to a change use because of a programmatic requirement. Alterations may include work referred to as improvements, conversion, rehabilitation, remodeling, and modernization. • Conversion - A major structural revision of a real property facility that changes the functional purpose of the facility. Two elements are necessary for conversion: major structural revision and a change in functional purpose. • Addition, Expansion, Extension - An addition, expansion, or extension constitutes a physical enlargement to a real property facility that increases the overall external dimensions of the facility. Generally, if the dimensions used to record the facility in the inventory are increased, then an addition, expansion, or extension has occurred. • Improvement • Land - Any betterment which is incidental to preparation of land for use, such as clearing, drainage, grading, or landscaping. Also includes the removal, relocation, dismantling or demolition of existing structures or facilities not used to restore land to its original state. • Buildings, Other Structures, and Facilities - Any betterment which affects the capacity or changes the basic design of the property, such as: ¿ The addition of wings, porches, etc. ¿ Major alterations which affect structural quality ¿ Installation of elevators, fire escapes, storm windows, and similar items which were non-existent at the start of this contract The contractor shall perform all work Monday through Friday during regular business hours, unless otherwise specified by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Security escorts will be required if the contractor’s personnel does not have a vetted EPA ID card. Personnel recommended by the contractor to work onsite must have favorable fingerprints, performed and confirmed by the EPA security office. The anticipated Period of Performance will be 10/1/2025 through 9/30/2026. This acquisition will be processed in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 15. The NAICS code for the requirement is 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors with a size standard of $19 Million. The solicitation number is 68HERC25Q0069 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). All attachments are available through the FedConnect link included within this Federal Business Opportunities posting. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-04, effective May 12, 2025. Commercial clauses and provisions 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 apply to this acquisition. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, with its offer. 52.212-5 is included in this acquisition and the additional applicable FAR clauses cited are 52.203-6, 52.203-17, 52.204-10, 52.204-14, 52.204-27, 52.209-6, 52.209-9, 52.219-8, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.222-40, 52.222-50, 52.222-54, 52.223-11, 52.223-12, 52.223-20, 52.233-21, 52.223-23, 52.225-13, 52.226-8, 52.232-29, 52.323-30, 52.240-1, 52.222-51, and 52.222-53. Award will be selected based on the best value offer that, in the Government's estimation, provides the greatest overall benefit in response to the PWS. Quotation shall be submitted no later than Aug 11, 2025 by 12:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (ED) via FedConnect.net. An emailed quote will not be accepted. Interested offerors may submit questions to the Contracting Officer by 16:30 pm ED on July 31, 2025. Quotations shall include all necessary documentation for the EPA to verify technical acceptability of the proposed services to meet the minimum specifications. The EPA anticipates awarding without discussions. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. 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This acquisition is conducted under the authority of the MultipleAward Schedule Program (41 U.S.C. 251, et seq. and 40 U.S.C. 501). 1. Identification of the agency and the contracting activity. Agency: US EPA/Office of Research and Development Groundwater Characterization and Restoration Division Contracting Activity: OAS/Cincinnati Acquisition Division Requisition No.: PR-ORD-25-00365 Contractor: Johnson Controls, Inc. 2. Nature and/or description of the action being approved. This is a limited source justification in soliciting a new firm-fixed price contract requirement to provide 1 year of coverage of the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and Building Automation System (BAS) for the Main Building, Annex, and the Library Conference Center (LCC). 3. A complete description of the supplies and/or services required to meet the agency’s needs. The EPA requires one year of regular maintenance and repair on the HVAC system and BAS for the Main Building, Annex, and LCC that are owned and maintained by Johnson Controls (JCI), Inc. in accordance with the facility Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC). The current 25-year ESPC contract at the Ada facility expires on September 27, 2025, and EPA assumes control of these systems on September 28, 2025. The Johnson Controls proprietary systems consist of a 300+ ton ground source heat pump well field incorporating one-cell of the existing two-cell cooling tower. Supplementing the cooling load for the building is a 125-ton dual compressor electric chiller located in the penthouse. The ground source heat pump system incorporates five (5) cooling/heating water-to-water heat pumps, one (1) heating only water-to-water heat pump and ninety-five (95) small heat pumps (water source) primarily feeding the office areas of the facility. The five (5) large water-to-water heat pumps feed four (4) main Air Handling Units (AHU’s) in the penthouse that feed make-up air to the office heat pumps and supply air to the laboratories (two of the laboratory AHU’s run continuously with one of the AHU’s being redundant). The AHU’s use a passive heat pipe to pre-heat the incoming outside air with the exhaust stream from the laboratories. Laboratory air is exhausted by a set of three (3) strobic exhaust fans; two running continuously with one redundant. The estimated value for this action, assuming the exercise of all potential options is $500,000.00. 4. An identification of the LSJ rationale, and if applicable, a demonstration of the contractor’s unique qualifications to provide the required supply or service. FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(B) - Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized Johnson Controls, Inc. is the manufacturer of the Metasys Building Automation System serving our facilities. Johnson Controls direct service branch office is the only channel authorized by Johnson Controls to perform maintenance on Metasys equipment. Metasys equipment is a part of Johnson Controls' building automation system that helps manage a building's energy, lighting, HVAC, security, and protection systems. Metasys equipment includes: Field Equipment Controllers (FECs) These controllers are designed to monitor and control HVAC equipment and can be used for simple fan coil or heat pump control, or more advanced central plant management. FECs have 32-bit microprocessors, peer-to-peer communications, and an optional LCD screen user interface. Advanced Application Field Equipment Controllers (FACs) These controllers can persist data, which is useful for situations that require greater data accuracy, such as utility data collection and billing. Some FAC models can integrate into third-party systems and Johnson Controls' systems. Variable Air Volume Modular Assembly (VMAs) These controllers are programmable digital controllers that are designed for VAV applications. Input/Output Modules (IOMs) These modules can be used in combination with Metasys FECs for a variety of building management applications. Critical Environment Equipment Controller (CCM09090) This controller has PID loops that are 3.75 times faster than average, and an analog input that refreshes 10 times faster than average. Metasys equipment is designed to communicate through standard RS485 BACnet MS/TP protocol. 5. A determination by the ordering activity Contracting Officer that the order represents the best value consistent with FAR 8.404(d) and FAR 8.405-2(d). Johnson Controls, Inc. has performed previous projects for the EPA Robert S. Kerr Campus and other EPA facilities, providing fair and reasonable pricing for past professional services. The contracting officer determines that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable because a complete analysis of all costs using audits, commerciality, previous history, or other appropriate means will be fully utilized prior to award. 6. A description of the market research conducted among schedule holders, and the results of the research, or a statement why market research was not conducted. A statement must be made that the supplies and services are available from the FSS. Preliminary market research was not conducted given the specific needs and circumstances of this requirement, as it is the Agency’s belief that no contractor other than Johnson Controls, Inc. can satisfactorily perform these services. Johnson Controls, Inc. is the sole source to perform maintenance and repair on Metasys equipment. A copy of the Request for Quotation and this Limited Source Justification will be posted on GSA e-Buy in accordance with the posting requirements in FAR 8.405-6(b)(3)(i) 7. Any other facts supporting the limited source justification. N/A 8. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency will take to remove or overcome any barriers that led to restricted consideration before any subsequent acquisition for supplies and services is made. It is the best value to the Government to have Johnson Controls, Inc. continue to service the previously reference mechanical systems as they are the sole source to perform maintenance and repair on Metasys equipment. 9. The ordering activity Contracting Officer’s certification that the justification is accurate and complete to the best of the Contracting Officer’s knowledge and belief and evidence that the supporting data that form a basis for the justification have been certified as complete and accurate by technical/program personnel.","origin":"extract"},"notice_type":{"code":"p","label":"Presolicitation"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"68HERC25C0067","product_service_code":"J045"},{"dates":{"posted":"2025-10-15","response_deadline":{"raw":"2025-11-13T17:00:00-05:00","utc":"2025-11-13T22:00:00Z","date":"2025-11-13","time":"17:00:00","utc_offset_seconds":-18000}},"links":{"sam":"https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3a4b6b6d863f465d95f5e3a7452c26f9/view"},"naics":{"codes":["238220"],"primary":"238220"},"title":"1 year of coverage of the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and Building Automation System (BAS)","agency":{"office":{"code":"68HERC","name":"CINCINNATI ACQUISITION DIV (CAD)"},"subtier":{"code":"6800","name":"ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY"},"department":{"code":"068","name":"ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY"},"office_address":{"zip":"45268","city":"CINCINNATI","state":"OH","country":"USA"},"organization_type":"OFFICE"},"status":{"active":false,"archive_date":"2025-11-13","archive_type":"auto_custom"},"contacts":[{"name":"Ingram, Mark","role":"primary","email":"Ingram.Mark@epa.gov","phone":"513-569-7193"}],"base_type":{"code":"p","label":"Presolicitation"},"notice_id":"3a4b6b6d863f465d95f5e3a7452c26f9","provenance":{"extract":{"url":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/falextracts/Contract%20Opportunities/Archived%20Data/FY2026_archived_opportunities.csv","etag":"\"d9374b90a938e9923d910594731b7b57-106\"","fetched_at":"2026-09-16T17:48:36.003679Z","row_sha256":"156a510b069405285ba1a7356f3532541c7b4be97a85a4a64e90012130b48fa3","last_modified":"2026-09-13T14:50:39Z"},"updated_at":"2026-09-16T17:48:36.003679Z","first_seen_at":"2026-09-16T17:48:36.003679Z"},"description":{"text":"JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION In accordance with FAR Subpart 6.302-1 for 1 Year of Service for BAS and HVAC Equipment for EPA Ada Identification of the agency and contracting activity. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Mission Support (OMS), Office of Acquisition Solutions (OAS), Cincinnati Acquisition Division (CAD) The nature and/or description of the action being approved: This is a justification for other than full and open competition in soliciting a new firm-fixed price contract requirement to provide 1 year of coverage of the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and Building Automation System (BAS) for the Main Building, Annex, and the Library Conference Center (LCC) .. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs (including the estimated value): The EPA requires one year of regular maintenance and repair on the HVAC system and BAS for the Main Building, Annex, and LCC that are owned and maintained by Johnson Controls (JCI), Inc. in accordance with the facility Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC). The current 25-year ESPC contract at the Ada facility expires on September 27, 2025, and EPA assumes control of these systems on September 28, 2025. The Johnson Controls proprietary systems consist of a 300+ ton ground source heat pump well field incorporating one-cell of the existing two-cell cooling tower. Supplementing the cooling load for the building is a 125-ton dual compressor electric chiller located in the penthouse. The ground source heat pump system incorporates five (5) cooling/heating water-to-water heat pumps, one (1) heating only water-towater heat pump and ninety-five (95) small heat pumps (water source) primarily feeding the office areas of the facility. The five (5) large water-to-water heat pumps feed four (4) main Air Handling Units (AHU’s) in the penthouse that feed make-up air to the office heat pumps and supply air to the laboratories (two of the laboratory AHU’s run continuously with one of the AHU’s being redundant). The AHU’s use a passive heat pipe to pre-heat the incoming outside air with the exhaust stream from the laboratories. Laboratory air is exhausted by a set of three (3) strobic exhaust fans; two running continuously with one redundant. The estimated value for this action, assuming the exercise of all potential options is $500,000.00. An identification of the statutory authority and FAR provision permitting other than full and open competition: The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. §3304(a)(2) as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 6.302-1 “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.” A demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority. Johnson Controls, Inc. is the manufacturer of the Metasys Building Automation System serving our facilities. Johnson Controls direct service branch office is the only channel authorized by Johnson Controls to perform maintenance on Metasys equipment. Metasys equipment is a part of Johnson Controls' building automation system that helps manage a building's energy, lighting, HVAC, security, and protection systems. Metasys equipment includes: Field Equipment Controllers (FECs) These controllers are designed to monitor and control HVAC equipment and can be used for simple fan coil or heat pump control, or more advanced central plant management. FECs have 32-bit microprocessors, peer-to-peer communications, and an optional LCD screen user interface. Advanced Application Field Equipment Controllers (FACs) These controllers can persist data, which is useful for situations that require greater data accuracy, such as utility data collection and billing. Some FAC models can integrate into third-party systems and Johnson Controls' systems. Variable Air Volume Modular Assembly (VMAs) These controllers are programmable digital controllers that are designed for VAV applications. Input/Output Modules (IOMs) These modules can be used in combination with Metasys FECs for a variety of building management applications. Critical Environment Equipment Controller (CCM09090) This controller has PID loops that are 3.75 times faster than average, and an analog input that refreshes 10 times faster than average. Metasys equipment is designed to communicate through standard RS485 BACnet MS/TP protocol. A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies: In accordance with FAR 6.302-1(d)(2), the Synopsis/Intent to Sole Source required by FAR 5.201 was published on July 24, 2025, and no capability statements, proposals, or quotations were received by the agency. A determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable Johnson Controls, Inc. has performed previous projects for the EPA Robert S. Kerr Campus and other EPA facilities, providing fair and reasonable pricing for past professional services. The contracting officer determines that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable because a complete analysis of all costs using audits, commerciality, previous history, or other appropriate means will be fully utilized prior to award. A description of the market research conducted and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted: Preliminary market research was not conducted given the specific needs and circumstances of this requirement, as it is the Agency’s belief that no contractor other than Johnson Controls, Inc. can satisfactorily perform these services. Johnson Controls, Inc. is the sole source to perform maintenance and repair on Metasys equipment. A copy of the Request for Quotation and this Limited Source Justification will be posted on GSA e-Buy in accordance with the posting requirements in FAR 8.4056(b)(3)(i) Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition. N/A A listing of any sources that expressed a written interest in the acquisition. An intent to sole source has not been posted. A statement of any actions the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated. It is the best value to the Government to have Johnson Controls, Inc. continue to service the previously reference mechanical systems as they are the sole source to perform maintenance and repair on Metasys equipment. Certification The information contained in this justification for other than full and open competition is certified accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.","origin":"extract"},"notice_type":{"code":"p","label":"Presolicitation"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"68HERC25C0067","product_service_code":"J045"}],"due_at":"2025-11-13T22:00:00Z","due_date":"2025-11-13","closes_at":"2025-11-13T22:00:00Z","awardable":false,"dept_key":"d-068","dept_name":"ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY","sub_key":"s-6800","sub_name":"ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY","office_key":"o-68HERC","office_name":"CINCINNATI ACQUISITION DIV (CAD)","state":"OK","county":"40123","county_name":"Pontotoc County","city":"4000200","city_name":"Ada","country":null,"winner_key":"CE8MGXAS9KJ6","amount":null,"linked_awards":3,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T21:18:12.857524Z","principal_notice_id":"3a4b6b6d863f465d95f5e3a7452c26f9","description":{"text":"JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION In accordance with FAR Subpart 6.302-1 for 1 Year of Service for BAS and HVAC Equipment for EPA Ada Identification of the agency and contracting activity. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Mission Support (OMS), Office of Acquisition Solutions (OAS), Cincinnati Acquisition Division (CAD) The nature and/or description of the action being approved: This is a justification for other than full and open competition in soliciting a new firm-fixed price contract requirement to provide 1 year of coverage of the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and Building Automation System (BAS) for the Main Building, Annex, and the Library Conference Center (LCC) .. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs (including the estimated value): The EPA requires one year of regular maintenance and repair on the HVAC system and BAS for the Main Building, Annex, and LCC that are owned and maintained by Johnson Controls (JCI), Inc. in accordance with the facility Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC). The current 25-year ESPC contract at the Ada facility expires on September 27, 2025, and EPA assumes control of these systems on September 28, 2025. The Johnson Controls proprietary systems consist of a 300+ ton ground source heat pump well field incorporating one-cell of the existing two-cell cooling tower. Supplementing the cooling load for the building is a 125-ton dual compressor electric chiller located in the penthouse. The ground source heat pump system incorporates five (5) cooling/heating water-to-water heat pumps, one (1) heating only water-towater heat pump and ninety-five (95) small heat pumps (water source) primarily feeding the office areas of the facility. The five (5) large water-to-water heat pumps feed four (4) main Air Handling Units (AHU’s) in the penthouse that feed make-up air to the office heat pumps and supply air to the laboratories (two of the laboratory AHU’s run continuously with one of the AHU’s being redundant). The AHU’s use a passive heat pipe to pre-heat the incoming outside air with the exhaust stream from the laboratories. Laboratory air is exhausted by a set of three (3) strobic exhaust fans; two running continuously with one redundant. The estimated value for this action, assuming the exercise of all potential options is $500,000.00. An identification of the statutory authority and FAR provision permitting other than full and open competition: The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. §3304(a)(2) as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 6.302-1 “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.” A demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority. Johnson Controls, Inc. is the manufacturer of the Metasys Building Automation System serving our facilities. Johnson Controls direct service branch office is the only channel authorized by Johnson Controls to perform maintenance on Metasys equipment. Metasys equipment is a part of Johnson Controls' building automation system that helps manage a building's energy, lighting, HVAC, security, and protection systems. Metasys equipment includes: Field Equipment Controllers (FECs) These controllers are designed to monitor and control HVAC equipment and can be used for simple fan coil or heat pump control, or more advanced central plant management. FECs have 32-bit microprocessors, peer-to-peer communications, and an optional LCD screen user interface. Advanced Application Field Equipment Controllers (FACs) These controllers can persist data, which is useful for situations that require greater data accuracy, such as utility data collection and billing. Some FAC models can integrate into third-party systems and Johnson Controls' systems. Variable Air Volume Modular Assembly (VMAs) These controllers are programmable digital controllers that are designed for VAV applications. Input/Output Modules (IOMs) These modules can be used in combination with Metasys FECs for a variety of building management applications. Critical Environment Equipment Controller (CCM09090) This controller has PID loops that are 3.75 times faster than average, and an analog input that refreshes 10 times faster than average. Metasys equipment is designed to communicate through standard RS485 BACnet MS/TP protocol. A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies: In accordance with FAR 6.302-1(d)(2), the Synopsis/Intent to Sole Source required by FAR 5.201 was published on July 24, 2025, and no capability statements, proposals, or quotations were received by the agency. A determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable Johnson Controls, Inc. has performed previous projects for the EPA Robert S. Kerr Campus and other EPA facilities, providing fair and reasonable pricing for past professional services. The contracting officer determines that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable because a complete analysis of all costs using audits, commerciality, previous history, or other appropriate means will be fully utilized prior to award. A description of the market research conducted and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted: Preliminary market research was not conducted given the specific needs and circumstances of this requirement, as it is the Agency’s belief that no contractor other than Johnson Controls, Inc. can satisfactorily perform these services. Johnson Controls, Inc. is the sole source to perform maintenance and repair on Metasys equipment. A copy of the Request for Quotation and this Limited Source Justification will be posted on GSA e-Buy in accordance with the posting requirements in FAR 8.4056(b)(3)(i) Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition. N/A A listing of any sources that expressed a written interest in the acquisition. An intent to sole source has not been posted. A statement of any actions the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated. It is the best value to the Government to have Johnson Controls, Inc. continue to service the previously reference mechanical systems as they are the sole source to perform maintenance and repair on Metasys equipment. Certification The information contained in this justification for other than full and open competition is certified accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.","html":null,"origin":"extract"},"contacts":[{"name":"Ingram, Mark","role":"primary","email":"Ingram.Mark@epa.gov","phone":"513-569-7193"}],"place_of_performance":null,"office_address":{"zip":"45268","city":"CINCINNATI","state":"OH","country":"USA"},"naics_codes":["238220"],"award":null,"attachments":[],"awards":[{"award_key":"CONT_AWD_68HERC25C0067_6800_-NONE-_-NONE-","permalink":"https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_68HERC25C0067_6800_-NONE-_-NONE-/","piid":"68HERC25C0067","parent_piid":null,"award_type":"DEFINITIVE CONTRACT","vendor_key":"CE8MGXAS9KJ6","recipient_name":"JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC","recipient_uei":"CE8MGXAS9KJ6","recipient_cage":"32242","recipient_city":"MILWAUKEE","recipient_state":"WI","sub_name":"Environmental Protection Agency","office_name":"CINCINNATI ACQUISITION DIV (CAD)","office_key":"o-68HERC","first_action_date":"2025-09-17","last_action_date":"2025-12-19","actions":2,"obligated":"500000.00","current_total_value":"500000.00","potential_total_value":"500000.00","naics":"238220","psc":"J045","extent_competed":"NOT COMPETED","set_aside":"NO SET ASIDE USED.","offers_received":1,"description":"J045 - 1 YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEM AND ESPC OWNED EQUIPMENT AT THE ROBERT S. 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