Notice Of Intent To Sole Source By: Medical University of South Carolina

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) issued a sole‑source intent to award a contract to Brainbox Ltd for two specialized NeuroFUS deep‑brain ultrasound transducers (DPX‑500 and CTX‑500) and associated accessories. The procurement supports a federally funded COM‑PPG research project aimed at treating opioid use disorder by enabling low‑intensity focused ultrasound stimulation of deep brain nuclei. Because the transducers are uniquely compatible with MUSC’s existing NeuroFUS system and are manufactured exclusively by Sonic Concepts Inc., Brainbox Ltd is the only authorized distributor, justifying the sole‑source approach. The contract value is $84,506. • Procurement of DPX‑500 (60–110 mm depth) and CTX‑500 (40–80 mm depth) transducers with MRI compatibility. • Sole‑source justification based on exclusive manufacturing/distribution and system‑specific integration requirements. • Funding tied to a COM‑PPG grant for opioid‑use‑disorder research, emphasizing deep‑brain stimulation capability.