6515--Magstim Horizon Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 21, procuring on behalf of VA Palo Alto Health Care System, is soliciting a single-source quotation for one Magstim Horizon Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation system with accessories, with offers due July 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM MDT. The procurement is a sole-source acquisition justified by exclusive availability of Magstim's proprietary technologies and operational continuity requirements.

Place of performance is VA Palo Alto Health Care System, 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, California. The NAICS code is 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing); PSC is 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies). The Magstim Horizon is FDA-approved for adult and adolescent patients aged 15–21 and is the only TMS device manufactured in the United States. The current TMS system has reached end-of-life; the new device will enable continuation of patient care, staff training, and research project participation. VAPAHCS has utilized Magstim devices since 2017; switching manufacturers would invalidate multiple research projects, grants, and clinical studies approved with Magstim hardware and software.

The procurement comprises 14 line items including the Inspire Package, Mainframe, Power Supply Unit, User Interface, Air Film Coil, MT Remote Coil, Single Channel MEP Pod, Accessory Kits, Magstim Stimulator Cart, Cart Mounted Coil Arm, Treatment Chair, Mains Filter, plus onsite assembly and training (one day) and a two-year manufacturer warranty. Contract period runs July 10 through October 8, 2026, under FOB Destination terms. Market research confirmed no alternative sources exist on GSA FSS, VA NAC, or GSA contracts; products are sold direct with no authorized distributors. The contracting officer is Tawnya Krommenhoek.