Please note: This is a Sole Source Notification. Anyone objecting to this purchase shall follow the procedures outlined below. 1. Commodity or commodities to be purchased (make, model, description): Apogee, the 6th generation smart, active power-suit. 2. Explanation of the need to be fulfilled by this item(s), how is it unique from all other options, and why it is the only one that can meet the specific needs of the department: The Ekso EVO Arm Cuffs and Unit Activation Apogee are needed to study how assistive devices help older adults maintain motor function. They are unique because they provide passive, lightweight support without motors, allowing natural movement, which no other device offers 3. Name of company/individual selling the item and why that source is the only possible source that can provide the required item(s): German Bionic is the only distributor. There are no agents or dealers authorized to represent this product. Additionally, competition is precluded by the existence of an agreement with the manufacturer, who has given us an exclusive right to market this product (or patent, copyright, secret process, or monopoly. There is no other like item(s) or product(s) available for purchase that would serve the same purpose or function and there is only one price for the above names item(s) or product(s) because of exclusive distribution or marketing rights.
