This is a market research/source sought notice for the ARC-EX Stimulator, a non-invasive transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation system that improves hand and upper extremity strength for Veterans with chronic, incomplete cervical spinal cord injuries. The required system includes a stimulation unit, electrode sets, programming interface, and accessories, and must include a minimum one-year full-service warranty. Performance will occur at the San Antonio VA, 7400 Merton Minter St, San Antonio, TX 78229, with delivery and setup required within one day at no additional cost to the government. Interested vendors must be authorized distributors or resellers, provide business size and status, and submit estimated market research pricing to help determine a potential set-aside or other procurement strategy. The VA is particularly interested in SDVOSB/VOSB or other small business manufacturers or distributors capable of supplying this item.

This is a market research notice for the ARC-EX Stimulator, a non-invasive spinal cord stimulation system to improve hand and upper extremity function for Veterans with chronic cervical spinal cord injuries. The equipment must include a stimulation unit, electrode sets, programming interface, and accessories, with delivery and setup required within one day at no additional charge to the San Antonio VA at 7400 Merton Minter St, San Antonio, TX 78229. A minimum one-year full-service warranty is required, and the equipment must pass acceptance testing. Responses are due by 10:00 AM Central Time on Monday, 20 July 2026. The notice seeks to identify potential sources, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned or Veteran-Owned small businesses, and requests estimated market research pricing to inform the procurement strategy.