6515--ICS Dizcovery System - Brand Name or Equal

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is procuring an ICS Discovery System along with associated audiology equipment and training services for the Manchester VAMC Audiology Department in Manchester, New Hampshire. The procurement includes specialized medical devices from Natus Sensory, Inc. and Intelligent Hearing Systems, encompassing items such as the ICS Discovery Pro Plus License, ICS Discovery System, various impulse and face cushion components, an AirCal Caloric Stimulator, a compact cart for the HIS Duet EP System, and a 120V Isolation Transformer, along with full-day AUD training. Only OEM-authorized distributors are eligible to submit quotations for this brand name or equivalent requirement. Award decisions will be evaluated based on three primary factors: past performance, veterans involvement, and price. The deadline for submitting quotations is April 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, with an anticipated award date of May 31, 2026.

This procurement is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside, restricting competition to qualified small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans. Natus Sensory, Inc. and Intelligent Hearing Systems are identified as the manufacturers of the specified equipment, though quotations may be submitted by any authorized distributor of these products. The solicitation requires vendors to identify the country of origin for any non-domestic items and to comply with the Buy American Act provisions outlined in FAR 52.225-1 and FAR 52.225-2. While no specific contract value is disclosed in the presolicitation notice, the procurement involves a comprehensive suite of audiology diagnostic and training equipment representing a significant medical equipment investment. The solicitation number is 36C24126Q0346, with the contracting office located in Bedford, Massachusetts and Julie Lemire serving as the primary point of contact.