NATUS Medical EEG Systems & Workstations
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) has awarded NATUS Medical Incorporated a contract valued at $160,611.63 for NATUS Medical EEG Systems & Workstations for the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS) Neurology Department. This award, made on January 23, 2026, addresses a brand name requirement to ensure compatibility with existing infrastructure.
Scope of Work
The award covers two (2) NATUS Electroencephalogram (EEG) Machine and Workstation systems, along with associated components, software, installation, and training. Key items include:
- Two (2) NATUS EEG/SLEEP ACQ DESKTOP systems with IP PTZ 1080P HD cameras.
- Two (2) 24-inch FP monitors and medical-grade UPS units.
- Two (2) NATUS BRAIN MONITOR AMPLIFIERS and LED PHOTIC STIMULATORS.
- NEUROWORKS 10.X ACQUISITION SOFTWARE with spike/event and high-res video capabilities.
- Three (3) REVIEW/MONITORING DESKTOPS with NEUROWORKS 10.X REVIEW SOFTWARE.
- HL7 IMPLEMENTATION for NEUROWORKS 10.X UPGRADE-IMPORT/EXPORT.
- UPGRADE NEUROWORK/SLEEPWORKS 10.X CITRIX and DATA SERVER SOFTWARE.
- Installation and training for the systems.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice
- Award Number: 36F79718D0330 36C24426N0354
- Award Amount: $160,611.63
- Award Date: January 23, 2026
- Awardee: NATUS MEDICAL INCORPORATED (3150 PLEASANT VIEW RD, MIDDLETON, WI 53562)
- Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 4
- Awarded Against: FSS Contract Number 36F79718D0330 with NATUS Medical, Inc.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition was a brand name requirement, justified by NATUS Medical, Inc. being the sole distributor and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The justification cited FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B) and FAR 8.405-6(b), emphasizing the need for compatibility with the VAPHS's existing NATUS NeuroWorks/SleepWorks platform to avoid operational disruption and maintain EEG reading quality.
Additional Notes
The initial justification for limiting sources was for a micro-purchase threshold acquisition, with the RFQ posted on e-Buy. This notice confirms the award based on that justification.