Notice of Intent to Sole Source Noraxon Ultium Portable Biomechanics Lab, Ergonomic Assessment Tool
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of a Noraxon Ultium Portable Biomechanics Lab, Ergonomic Assessment Tool. This equipment is intended to enhance the accuracy and capability of the Ergonomics Branch in quantifying musculoskeletal stress and providing data-driven ergonomic assessments. Responses from interested parties are due by May 7, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The current ergonomic assessment methods rely on estimates, leading to a lack of quantifiable data regarding musculoskeletal risk and the benefits of workstation redesigns or equipment changes. The requested Noraxon Ultium system will enable the Ergonomics Branch to capture objective, lab-quality data on-site. This will allow for precise analysis using established ergonomic assessment tools such as the NIOSH lift equation, Liberty Mutual Manual Material Handling, Lumbar Disc Compression Analysis, Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA), Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA), and Static/Dynamic Posture Analysis. This initiative supports an approved Deployment Health Funding project aimed at reducing workplace injuries for Military and Civilian employees.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product/Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Published Date: April 23, 2026
- Response Due: May 7, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a notice of intent to award a sole source contract. Any interested party who believes they can meet the requirement to provide an equivalent product or service must submit their capabilities statement by the response date. This will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Alicia Maldonado Torres
- Email: alicia.maldonadotorres.civ@health.mil