Acquisition of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) devices

This tender concerns the acquisition of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) devices for the Institut universitaire de cardiologie et de pneumologie de Québec-Université Laval. The procurement falls under the categories of G21 - Medical and pharmaceutical supplies and equipment; Medical equipment, supplies, and accessories. The procurement method is a negotiated contract, justified under Article 13, Paragraph 4°, which allows for a direct award when a public tender would not serve the public interest. This implies a specific, urgent, or unique need for these specialized medical devices that cannot be met through a standard competitive bidding process. IVUS technology is crucial for interventional cardiology, providing detailed cross-sectional imaging of blood vessels to guide procedures and assess plaque burden. The Institut universitaire de cardiologie et de pneumologie de Québec-Université Laval, affiliated with Université Laval, is a leading institution in cardiac and pulmonary care, necessitating state-of-the-art equipment to maintain its high standards of patient care and research. The direct award suggests a critical requirement for these specific IVUS devices, possibly due to compatibility with existing systems, specialized features, or a time-sensitive clinical need.

This is a supplies contract in the health and medical services and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Medical Equipment and General Supplies. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the health and medical services sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.