Single Source Justification for Interacoustic Analyzers

This is a Justification for Single Source Award document filed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 15, in support of the VA Health Care System at Harry S Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri. The acquisition plan action ID is 36C255-26-AP-2689, with an effective date of December 30, 2025.

The contracting activity seeks to procure three Interacoustic analyzers (Product #8016169) including transducer probe extension cables, charging stands, rechargeable lithium batteries, ear tip kits, test cavities, USB cables, and carrying cases for each unit. The estimated amount is redacted in the document. The justification for single source procurement cites unique characteristics specific to the Impedance Module, which is required due to space limitations at community-based outpatient clinics. The vendor trades a large desktop footprint for a compact handheld main unit and shoulder-worn probe while maintaining clinical-level testing and optional whole body tremor capabilities. The justification notes that available space at community-based outpatient clinics is insufficient for desktop units, and the modular design and workflow capabilities differentiate this device for US clinics requiring one device to cover screening, diagnostic, and advanced clinical middle-ear work. Market research indicates the manufacturer is a large business with authorized distributor status; the NMR exception does not apply, and the purchase is subject to Trade Agreements Act rather than Buy American Act requirements. The contracting officer, Heather Strouhal, certified the justification on August 13, 2026.