7E20--Intent to Sole Source - NATUS EMG Cerner Upgrades Indianapolis VAMC
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, has issued an Intent to Sole Source for Natus EMG Cerner Upgrades at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center (RLR VAMC) in Indianapolis, IN. The VA intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order to Natus Medical Incorporated, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), for a replacement Electromyography (EMG) System, software upgrades for five (5) existing EMG systems, delivery, installation, and training. This action is justified due to the unique and highly specialized nature of the required supplies and services, essential for compatibility with the new Cerner Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) system. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement must submit a letter of interest by February 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide:
- A replacement Electromyography (EMG) System.
- Software upgrades for five (5) existing Electromyography (EMG) Systems.
- Delivery, installation, and training services. These upgrades include specific hardware (EMG equipment, desktop PCs, monitors, printers, carts, and accessories) and software (Natus Elite v2, EMG Server Software, MS Word, and HL7 interface/license components). The requirement is critical for ensuring compatibility with the new Cerner EHRM system at the RLR VAMC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Anticipated Award Date: February 26, 2026
- Published Date: February 20, 2026
- NAICS Code: 334510 – Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,250 Employees)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 7E20 – IT and Telecom - End User
Set-Aside & Justification
This is an Intent to Sole Source to Natus Medical Incorporated. The justification states that Natus is the OEM and the only FSS contract holder identified for this specific equipment. Market research did not identify any Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDBs), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), or other small businesses capable of meeting the requirement. The procurement is conducted under FAR Part 12 and GSAR 538.7104-3, citing the unique or highly specialized nature of the supplies/services.
Response & Deadlines
This is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive quotes. However, firms that disagree with this sole source action must submit a letter of interest demonstrating their firm’s capability, certifications, and authorization to compete. Responses must be emailed to Contracting Specialist Barbara Robertson at Barbara.Robertson@va.gov by February 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). Questions regarding this notice must be sent to Barbara.Robertson@va.gov by February 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Late responses will not be accepted.