Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Chair

The US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) at Fort Detrick, MD, is issuing a new, fixed-price contract for one Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) chair for the Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD). Magstim Inc. of Saint Paul, MN, is the sole proposed contractor due to its unique FDA-cleared TMS system, which meets specific clinical and operational requirements, including proprietary technology aligned with DHA behavioral health protocols and superior pulse capacity. Market research confirmed no other supplier offers an equivalent system. This action is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, as only one source is reasonably available. The contract action is under $250K and is not a brand name restriction, thus requiring no public posting of the justification. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable.