Saskatchewan Tenders #SSO-CL-0130

Procurement of Cervical Screening Self-Sampling Kits Compatible with BD COR System

Health Shared Services Saskatchewan (3sHealth), on behalf of the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, is seeking proposals for cervical screening self-sampling kits to support the province's transition to HPV primary screening. - Government Buyer: - Health Shared Services Saskatchewan (3sHealth), acting for the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA) - OEMs and Vendors: - Kits must be fully compatible with the BD COR™ System (OEM: Becton, Dickinson and Company) - Vendors must be Health Canada licensed and provide regulatory documentation - Products/Services Requested: - Cervical screening self-sampling kits for at-home use - Must include swab, collection tube/medium, packaging, and clear instructions - Kits must be Health Canada approved and compatible with the BD COR™ System - Barcode labeling and environmental sustainability features required - Vendors must provide 12 samples of each kit option at no cost for technical evaluation - Services: - Training and technical support for SCA staff and healthcare providers - Logistics and distribution support, including supply continuity and contingency planning - Quality assurance support, including validation data and regulatory documentation - Ongoing vendor support with dedicated account management and regular reporting - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compatibility with the BD COR™ System is mandatory - Robust sample stability for long transport distances - Health Canada licensing and compliance required for all products - Environmental sustainability features are emphasized - Firm pricing for a 7-year contract, with three 1-year renewal options - Product availability required for up to six months after contract expiry to support transition

Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks to procure self-sampling test kits compatible with the BD COR™ System laboratory equipment used by Saskatchewan's HPV Primary Screening Program. The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA) aims to find a product and vendor solution that meets both immediate operational needs and long-term program requirements. Vendors must provide twelve samples of each proposed option by May 21, 2026, at no cost to the SCA. The samples will be evaluated as part of the technical assessment contributing to the overall scoring of proposals. The RFP includes detailed technical specifications and pricing templates, with submissions open until June 5, 2026.

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