The Department of Veterans Affairs VA Connecticut Health Care System (VACHCS) intends to negotiate a commercial (FAR Part 12) sole source contract with Cortech Solutions Inc. under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) FAC 2005-26. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. A justification for other than full and open competition is being prepared in support of this acquisition. ITEMS BEING PROCURED ARE AS FOLLOWS:(1) ActiveTwo Base System - no Amplifier/converter modules (included a/d box, 2 battery units, battery charger, usb 2.0 interface, interface cables acquisition software; (2) ActiveTwo 8 channel amplifier/converter module; (3) IActiveTwo 32 x pin-type active sensor (32*EEG) on 68-pole connector. Labeling: 1020 64A; (4) ActiveTwo 32 x pin-type active sensor (32*EEG) on 68-pole connector. Labeling: 1020 64B; (5) ActiveTwo Flat-typle active electrode with individual lead and touchproof connector; (6) ActiveTwo pin-type cms & drl electrodes on DIN connector; (7) ActiveTwo head cap medium (red) with 64 electrode holders. Layout: 10/20. Labeling: standard. Includes chine strap; (8) AdtiveTwo Head cap medium/lard (red/blue) with 64 electrode holders. Layout: 10/20. labeling standard. Includes chin straps; (9) ActiveTwo Head cap large (blue) with 64 electrode holders. Layout: 10/20 labeling: standard. Includes chin strap. (10) ActiveTwo Trigger cable (use with presentation e-prime and other programs that trigger through the parallel port). (11) On site installation / training - first day; (12) On site installation / training each additional day after the first day. (13) Shiipping and insurance charge RATIONALE FOR SOLE-SOURCE PURCHASE: The ActiveTwo system sets new standards for multichannel, high resolution biopotential measurement systems for research applications. It is the second generation of the first commercially available system with active electrodes. Active electrodes are smaller in size with less cable weight while offering improvements in low-frequency noise and input impedance. Its 24 bit ADC per channel is unsurpassed in S/N ratio and linearity. It is quick to apply to human scalps, reducing subject discomfort which is especially important when asking subjects and patients to participate in multi session experiments. These 64 channel system also allow for high resolution topographic mapping. Said equipment from Cortech Solutions is compatible with our existing equipment; THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. All proposals received by 4:00 P.M. Central Time, August 5th, 2008, will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries will only be accepted in writing by e-mail (
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