6515--FY26-IMPLANTABLE PULSE GENERATOR INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE
ID: 36C24826Q0098Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

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Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Inspire Medical Systems Inc. for the procurement of four Inspire implantable pulse generator V (P/N: 3150) devices, which are essential for treating veterans with moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) who are unable to tolerate CPAP therapy. The Inspire 5 system provides electrical stimulation to the hypoglossal nerve to maintain airway patency, thereby improving the quality of life for affected veterans. The devices must meet specific functional requirements, including compatibility with existing Inspire software and accessories, battery longevity, biocompatibility, MRI compatibility, and FDA approval, with delivery requested by December 16, 2025. Interested parties can contact Contract Specialist Michael A. Shook at Michael.Shook@va.gov or by phone at 813-972-2000 Ext 2819 for further information, and responses to the solicitation number 36C24826Q0098 are due by November 17, 2025.

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    Michael A ShookContract Specialist
    813-972-2000 Ext 2819
    Michael.Shook@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a special notice of intent to award a sole source contract to Inspire Medical Systems Inc. for four Inspire implantable pulse generator V (P/N: 3150) devices. These devices are required by the C.W. Bill Young Veterans Medical Center in Bay Pines, Florida, to treat veterans with moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. The Inspire 5 system delivers electrical stimulation to the hypoglossal nerve to maintain airway patency. The sole source justification is based on the proprietary nature and specific functional requirements of the Inspire 5 system, including compatibility with existing Inspire software and accessories, battery longevity, biocompatible materials, MRI compatibility, and FDA approval. Delivery of the devices is requested by December 16, 2025. The solicitation number is 36C24826Q0098, and responses are due by November 17, 2025.
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