Renewal of Software Usage Rights for Food Management and Nutritional Assessment

This tender concerns the renewal of software usage rights for a specialized system designed for food management and nutritional assessment. The procurement falls under Category G8, which covers IT hardware and software, specifically focusing on software solutions. The contracting authority for this tender is the CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, a healthcare and social services network in Quebec, Canada. The procurement method selected is a negotiated contract, also known as a direct award or 'contrat de gré à gré'. This approach has been chosen based on Article 14 of the procurement regulations, which allows for contracts with a value below the public tender threshold. This implies that the contract is being awarded directly to a specific supplier without a competitive bidding process, likely due to the nature of the software, its existing implementation, or the value of the renewal. The software itself is critical for the operational functions of the CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, likely supporting dietary services, patient nutritional monitoring, and related administrative tasks within its facilities. The renewal ensures continued access to and use of this essential technological tool, maintaining the continuity of services that rely on its capabilities. Further details regarding the specific software, the duration of the renewal, and the financial value of the contract would typically be found in the full tender documentation.

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology and health and medical services sectors, with a focus on Software and digital health systems. 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 information and communication technology 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.