SAM #FA301626Q0291

Sole Source UPS Battery Replacement for Liebert NX 80-120 UPS at JBSA Lackland AFB

This opportunity is for a sole source battery replacement service at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Lackland AFB, managed by the Air Force Services Center (AFSVC). - Agency: Air Force Services Center (AFSVC), JBSA Lackland AFB - Requirement: Full-string replacement of forty (40) Enersys HX505 VRLA sealed batteries for one Vertiv Liebert NX 80-120 UPS - OEMs: Vertiv Corporation (Liebert UPS), Enersys (HX505 batteries) - Service includes: - Removal, installation, testing, and recycling of batteries - Performed by Vertiv factory-trained technicians using OEM-approved parts - One-year workmanship warranty and pass-through of manufacturer's warranty - Coordination with government POC for scheduling and acceptance - Battery recycling compliant with EPA regulations - Sole source justification: Vertiv is uniquely qualified to provide the batteries and installation service without infrastructure changes - Interested vendors may submit capability statements, but competition is unlikely unless clear advantages are shown - Period of performance: Monday-Friday, 0800-1600, excluding Federal holidays; scheduling requires at least ten business days' notice

Description

The Air Force Services Center (AFSVC) requires a professional, full-string battery replacement service for one (1) Liebert NX 80-120 Uninterruptible Power System (UPS) and its associated forty (40) Enersys HX505 Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) sealed batteries (jars). The Contractor shall provide all labor, transportation, tools, calibrated equipment, materials, and supervision necessary to safely perform a complete, full-string VRLA battery replacement for forty (40) Enersys HX505 sealed batteries (or OEM-approved equivalent) connected to the Vertiv Liebert NX 80-120 UPS system. This procurement falls under NAICS code 335999 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors, which has a size standard of 600 employees.

This action is processed under the authority of Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation (RFO) Part 12. Market research indicates that competition is not feasible for the following reasons: Vertiv corporation is the manufacturer of the Liebert NX 80-120 Uninterruptible Power System (UPS) which uses the Vertiv VRLA Batteries as its backup power supply. These batteries are at the end of life and requires replacement. Vertiv is the only vendor capable of providing the battery and installation service without requiring a costly and highly disruptive physical installation from a competitor. Transitioning to a new provider would force the government to fund redundant infrastructure, undergo lengthy equipment replacements, and face significant service delays. Awarding this contract to Vertiv leverages their pre-existing network footprint, proven compliance with JBSA security protocols, and established base relationships, ensuring immediate operational readiness at a fair and accurate price point. 

This informational notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties capable of fulfilling this requirement may submit a capability statement by the published deadline. Submissions must provide clear and convincing evidence that competing this action is advantageous to the Government. The Government retains sole discretion to determine whether to compete this procurement based on the responses received. The response period is abbreviated due to the urgency of the requirement.

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