Regularization for Equipment Acquired Through the Agreement Signed Between IGSS and UNOPS

This tender concerns the regularization of equipment procured under a specific agreement established between the Guatemalan Social Security Institute (IGSS) and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). The primary item listed for regularization is a 'VENTILADOR DE TRANSPORTE PARA PACIENTE NEONATAL' (Neonatal Patient Transport Ventilator). This procurement falls under a regulated procedure, specifically Article 44 of the Public Procurement Law (LCE), which outlines exceptions to standard bidding processes, indicating a potentially expedited or specialized acquisition method. The contracting entity responsible for this process is the INSTITUTO GUATEMALTECO DE SEGURIDAD SOCIAL (IGSS), a key public institution in Guatemala responsible for social security services. The status of this tender has been marked as 'Adjudicado,' meaning it has been awarded. This implies that a supplier has been selected and the contract is likely in its final stages or has already been executed for the specified neonatal transport ventilators. The regularization aspect suggests that the equipment may have been acquired under specific circumstances or emergency protocols, and this process aims to formally document and finalize its integration into the IGSS's assets. The involvement of UNOPS as a partner highlights a collaborative approach, potentially leveraging UNOPS's expertise in procurement and project management for public sector needs within Guatemala.

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

Published through Guatecompras, 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.