New Brunswick Opportunities Network #ACAN2627-002

Procurement of BD Kiestra TLA Automated Microbiology System for Vitalité Health Network

Service New Brunswick - Strategic Procurement is seeking to procure a fully automated microbiology analytical line for the Vitalité Health Network at Hôpital Georges-Dumont in Moncton. - Government Buyer: - Service New Brunswick, Strategic Procurement - OEM Highlight: - Becton Dickinson (BD) is the proposed Original Equipment Manufacturer, specifically for the BD Kiestra TLA System - Products/Systems Requested: - BD Kiestra TLA System (1 unit) - Fully automated analytical line for microbiology - Includes automated and semi-automated inoculation modules, Class II biosafety cabinet, incubators with conveyor belts, digital imaging with AI, barcode printer, universal decapper, modules for slide preparation and MALDI plates - Integrated workflow management and LIS/LIMS (Meditech v5.67) connectivity - Compatibility with Bruker MALDI-TOF, BD Phoenix AP, BD Phoenix M50, and BACTEC instruments - Services Required: - Comprehensive on-site installation - French-language training and post-go-live follow-up - LEAN workflow support - 24/7 technical support with a local, certified technician in Moncton - Maintenance services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Health Canada and CSA approval required - All training and support must be available in French - System must provide real-time dashboard for workflow management - Must integrate with Meditech LIS/LIMS and be compatible with existing laboratory equipment - Estimated contract value: $4,200,000 CAD (excluding consumables and reagents) - Contract duration: 5 years base, with three optional one-year extensions (up to 8 years total)

Description

This solicitation is an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) issued by Service New Brunswick - Health Services for the procurement of a fully automated analytical line for microbiology, specifically for automated processing of liquid and non-liquid specimens. The solution proposed is the Becton Dickinson (BD) Kiestra TLA System, which meets all functional and operational requirements including pre-analytical automation, incubation, digital imaging, and integrated microbiology workflow management. The contract term is five years with three optional one-year extensions, and the estimated contract value is $4,200,000 CAD excluding consumables and reagents. Suppliers who consider themselves qualified may submit a Statement of Capabilities by the closing date to potentially trigger a competitive bidding process.

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