Quebec SEAO #2025APP143

Procurement of Fully Automated Tissue Embedding Device for Pathology Department

This procurement seeks a fully automated tissue embedding device for the pathology department at Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis hospital, managed by CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches in Quebec, Canada. - Government Buyer: - CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches (regional health authority) - Pathology department at Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis hospital - OEMs and Vendors: - Device must be compatible with equipment from Leica and Sakura (OEMs) - Products/Services Requested: - Fully automated tissue embedding device - Must produce paraffin-embedded tissue blocks at a minimum rate of 100 blocks per hour - Supports continuous loading of cassette magazines - Minimum capacity of 900 cassettes - Automatic detection of mold formats and paraffin injection - Transfers blocks in order - Compatible with Leica and Sakura printers and microtomes - Must comply with Canadian standards and possess a Health Canada license - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Designed to address labor shortages and standardize laboratory processes - Delivery required within 60 days of contract award - Compliance with Health Canada licensing is mandatory

Description

The CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches intends to procure a fully automated tissue embedding device for the pathology department at the Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis hospital. The equipment must automatically produce paraffin-embedded tissue blocks ready for microtomy at a minimum rate of 100 blocks per hour, with continuous cassette magazine loading and compatibility with Leica and Sakura printers and microtomes. This acquisition aims to address labor shortages, standardize processes, and improve laboratory efficiency by replacing semi-automated systems. The device must comply with Canadian standards and hold a Health Canada license.

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