Please note: This is a Sole Source Notification. Commodity or commodities to be purchased (make, model, description): K5 Intellimet wearable CPET unit for exercise & RMR testing - Opto-Reader (1 pc) - T3 turbine (2 pcs) - sampling line - inspiratory masks with mask adapters (3 pcs XS, S, M) - headgear (1 pc S/M, 1 pc Petite/XS) - HR Belt (ANT+) - harness (1 pc adult) - AC/DC adapter - rugged carrying case - rechargable batteries (2 pcs) - dual-bay battery charger - headphones, cables, and accessories - OMNIA software, user manual; K5 UltraClamp Aluminum Support Clamp; K5 Calibration System; PC & Accessories; Service & Training; 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: COSMED is the manufacturer and only distributor of the K5 Intellimet Wearable cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) Unit. The K5 is widely recognized as a gold standard device for portable metabolic testing, with multiple peer-reviewed studies supporting its accuracy and reliability. This device provides portability, precision, and flexibility that are not available in other metabolic analysis devices. Unlike traditional, lab-bound metabolic carts, the K5 unit allows for precise, real-time data collection in a variety of environments, including laboratories, field settings, and athletic training facilities. This feature is particularly important for research involving sports performance, outdoor exercise, and environmental physiology. Additionally, The K5 offers breath-by-breath analysis, providing high-resolution data essential for identifying small but significant physiological changes during exercise testing or RMR measurements. The device’s software is compatible with the department’s existing data analysis tools, allowing for efficient data transfer, analysis, and storage. This equipment is needed for us to be comparable to other kinesiology research programs nationally and internationally in methodology for scientific publications.
