6515--Neuroport EEG System

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 1, intends to award a sole source contract to Blackrock Neurotech for the NeuroPort EEG system under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), recognizing it as the only responsible source capable of meeting the government’s technical requirements. The NeuroPort EEG system is a proprietary platform with exclusively controlled intellectual property, software, hardware, and technical support, and no third-party vendors are authorized to supply or service the system. The procurement is for a comprehensive digital upgrade package valued at $135,500, including 256-channel NeuroPort NSP hardware, Gemini NSP and Hubs, NeuroSnap Splitter Boxes and Branch Adapters, a 128-channel Headstage Bridge, two 32-channel A8 headstages compatible with Ad-Tech electrodes, a CerePlex A-series digital amplifier, and extended warranty with advanced replacement coverage for both the NeuroPort and existing CereStim units. The system is essential for continuing critical intracranial EEG research at the West Haven VA Medical Center, particularly for PTSD studies, and must maintain full compatibility with existing Natus Quantum systems, legacy infrastructure, and custom analysis pipelines through Blackrock’s proprietary APIs. No competitive solicitation is issued; however, potential offerors may submit a capability statement with verifiable OEM authorization from Blackrock Neurotech prior to the June 26, 2026 deadline to demonstrate equivalency. The award will be based solely on the determination that no other source can meet the unique technical and interoperability needs, and the contract is governed under NAICS 334510, with Blackrock Microsystems, Inc. identified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Delivery is specified to occur at the West Haven VA Medical Center, and technical support must be performed exclusively by Blackrock-authorized personnel. No formal evaluation factors, line-item pricing, FOB terms, or packaging standards are detailed, as the acquisition is non-competitive and entirely reliant on the OEM’s singular technical authority. The procuring contracting officer is Phillip Crockett, with Divianna Mathurin listed as the point of contact for submissions and inquiries.