Opportunity
Saskatchewan Tenders #SSO-CL-0120
RFP for Hearing Implants and Related Services for Saskatchewan Health Authority
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
August 04, 2026
Identifier
SSO-CL-0120
NAICS
423450
Health Shared Services Saskatchewan (3sHealth), on behalf of the Saskatchewan Health Authority and other service recipients, is seeking proposals for the supply of hearing implants and related services. - Government Buyer: - Health Shared Services Saskatchewan (3sHealth), representing the Saskatchewan Health Authority and other service recipients - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Cochlear Canada - MED-EL GMBH - Oticon Canada - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of hearing implants, including: - Bone conduction (bone induction) hearing implants - Cochlear implant systems - External sound processors and processor upgrade kits - Surgical kits, biopsy punches, drills, and accessories - Batteries and connectivity accessories - Detailed part numbers and quantities provided for each item (e.g., Cochlear Implant Model CI632, Nucleus 8 Processor upgrades, MED-EL SYNCHRONY 2 FLEX 28, Oticon PONTO BHX Implants) - Associated services: - Clinical training - Technical support - Software updates - Lifecycle support - Warranty offerings - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All products must have valid Health Canada approval - Consignment inventory options available - Estimated annual volumes: 59 cochlear implants and 4 bone conduction implants, with anticipated growth - Contract term is five years, with options for two additional two-year renewals - Vendors must honor contract pricing and product availability for up to six months after contract expiry to support phased conversion - Evaluation criteria include clinical quality, technology, financials, supply chain, and infection control - Vendors may be awarded as primary, secondary, or open market suppliers
Description
This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks qualified vendors to supply hearing implants, including bone conduction hearing implants and cochlear implant systems, along with related components, accessories, and associated services. The procurement supports the Saskatchewan Health Authority to ensure safe, effective, and continuous patient care. Services may include clinical training, technical support, software updates, and lifecycle support for the duration of the contract. The competition is managed by 3sHealth on behalf of the Saskatchewan Health Authority and other service recipients.