MEDICAL AID - MAURIZ SILVIA - ACQUISITION OF LOWER LIMB AMPUTATION PROSTHESIS

The INSTITUTO DE REHABILITACION PSICOFICA is undertaking a Public Tender for the acquisition of a lower limb amputation prosthesis. This tender falls under the category of 'Minor medical, surgical, and laboratory supplies' and is classified under Health. The specific prosthesis required is for a below-knee amputation, featuring a PTB/KBM modular system with a dynamic foot. Key components include a socket with patellar discharge, constructed from acrylic resin and laminated with minimal thickness, potentially with a double polyform cone. It also specifies a modular calf section with a skeletal alignment coupling and a cosmetic foot designed to match the contralateral limb in shape and size. The prosthesis is described as active and modular, designed for amputations below the knee. The estimated value for this single unit is ARS 4,800,000.0. This acquisition aims to provide advanced prosthetic solutions to patients, facilitating improved function, gait, and overall quality of life post-amputation.

This is a works contract in the health and medical services sector, with a focus on Laboratory. Located in Argentina, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of ARS 4.8 million.

Published through Buenos Aires Compras (BAC), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the health and medical services sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.