Heart Assist Pumps (LVAD) for Long-Term Use
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender is for the procurement of third-generation Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) intended for long-term use. These mechanical circulatory support devices are designed for patients suffering from end-stage heart failure. The LVAD serves as a bridge-to-transplant therapy for patients awaiting a heart transplant or as a permanent treatment option for those ineligible for transplantation. The procurement includes the assist pump itself, along with all essential accessories, components, software, and services required for its installation and operation, including training. This is a comprehensive, single-lot procurement, meaning it is not divided into smaller parts. A maximum price of €87,500 (excluding VAT) has been set for the assist pump unit. The tender seeks a complete solution to support patients with advanced heart failure, aiming to improve their quality of life and survival rates. The selected provider will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, reliable LVAD system and associated support services to meet the critical needs of the healthcare provider.
This is a supplies contract in the general supplies sector. Located in Finland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through Hilma Finland, 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 general supplies 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.
Description
Auto-translated from fiHeart Assist Pumps (LVAD) for Long-Term Use The subject of the procurement is a third (3rd) generation mechanical left ventricular assist device (LVAD) for long-term use. The device is designed for patients with end-stage heart failure and is used either as a bridge to heart transplantation or as a permanent treatment option if heart transplantation is not possible.
Offers are requested for the assist device and all (additional) accessories, components, software, and services (e.g., training) essentially related to the installation and use of the device. This is a total procurement, meaning the procurement has not been divided into lots.
A ceiling price of €87,500 (excl. VAT) has been set for the device (assist pump). The price of the assist pump set must include all accessories, parts, software, and services required to start using the assist pump, as well as a patient-specific power adapter, excluding the monitor and its power adapter.
The products to be procured are described in more detail in the section 'Criteria for the Subject of Procurement' below.
The goal of the procurement is to ensure safe and reliable products are available. The goal is also to ensure good delivery reliability and availability of products when needed.
The subject of the procurement also includes additional products related to the offered products, such as additional sizes and accessories, which are listed in Appendix 1. During the contract period, products belonging to the product groups covered by the contract may also be procured, which are not specified in the product appendix, in accordance with the estimated value of the procurement. See the draft contract attached to the request for proposals for more detailed information. The contract is valid for two (2) years, after which it is valid until further notice.
The products requested in this request for proposals will be used by: HUS Group (HUS). See more detailed information in the appendix 'Draft Contract' of the request for proposals. The estimated total value of the procurement (excl. VAT) is approximately €3,100,000 for a 48-month period. This is an estimate, and the contracting authority does not commit to the stated euro amounts or the actual consumption volumes indicated in the request for proposals. Final order quantities may be higher or lower than indicated.,
Lot 1: Heart Assist Pumps (LVAD) for Long-Term Use
The subject of the procurement is a third (3rd) generation mechanical left ventricular assist device (LVAD) for long-term use. The device is designed for patients with end-stage heart failure and is used either as a bridge to heart transplantation or as a permanent treatment option if heart transplantation is not possible.
Offers are requested for the assist device and all (additional) accessories, components, software, and services (e.g., training) essentially related to the installation and use of the device. This is a total procurement, meaning the procurement has not been divided into lots.
A ceiling price of €87,500 (excl. VAT) has been set for the device (assist pump). The price of the assist pump set must include all accessories, parts, software, and services required to start using the assist pump, as well as a patient-specific power adapter, excluding the monitor and its power adapter.
The products to be procured are described in more detail in the section 'Criteria for the Subject of Procurement' below.
The goal of the procurement is to ensure safe and reliable products are available. The goal is also to ensure good delivery reliability and availability of products when needed.
The subject of the procurement also includes additional products related to the offered products, such as additional sizes and accessories, which are listed in Appendix 1. During the contract period, products belonging to the product groups covered by the contract may also be procured, which are not specified in the product appendix, in accordance with the estimated value of the procurement. See the draft contract attached to the request for proposals for more detailed information. The contract is valid for two (2) years, after which it is valid until further notice.
The products requested in this request for proposals will be used by: HUS Group (HUS). See more detailed information in the appendix 'Draft Contract' of the request for proposals. The estimated total value of the procurement (excl. VAT) is approximately €3,100,000 for a 48-month period. This is an estimate, and the contracting authority does not commit to the stated euro amounts or the actual consumption volumes indicated in the request for proposals. Final order quantities may be higher or lower than indicated.
CPV: 33000000
Organisation: HUS-yhtymä
Procedure: open
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from Hilma Finland and was originally published on March 13, 2026. Last refreshed 139 days ago. Original language: fi. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About HUS-yhtymä
HUS-yhtymä has issued 485 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 111 currently open and 205 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, General Supplies & Services, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Finland. Notices are distributed via Hilma Finland and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: September 16, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by HUS-yhtymä in Finland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Finland. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit Hilma Finland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Abbott Medical Finland Oy (0974264-1). The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
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