Quebec SEAO #CUSM-AI26-010

Procurement of Metafer 4 Automated Metaphase Capture and Analysis System for Jewish General Hospital Cytogenetics Lab

Santé Québec - Centre universitaire de santé McGill is seeking to replace its automated metaphase capture and analysis system for the Jewish General Hospital's cytogenetics laboratory. - Government Buyer: - Santé Québec - Centre universitaire de santé McGill (MUHC) - Jewish General Hospital cytogenetics laboratory - OEMs and Vendors: - MetaSystems (OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - Metafer 4 Automated Metaphase Capture and Analysis System - For capturing and analyzing metaphases in G-bands and FISH signals - Must be fully compatible with existing MetaSystems infrastructure, including archiving and historical cytogenetic databases - Includes partial one-year warranty - Seven-year service contract for Metafer 4 system - Covers parts and labor after the warranty period - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System compatibility with current MetaSystems environment is mandatory to avoid major migration, integration, and validation work - Direct procurement from MetaSystems due to operational and data integrity requirements - Critical for maintaining diagnostic continuity and clinical data integrity

Description

This procurement involves the replacement of the automated system for capturing and analyzing metaphases in G-bands and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) signals at the cytogenetics laboratory of the Jewish General Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). The new system, Metafer 4, includes a partial one-year warranty and a seven-year service contract covering parts and labor following the warranty period. The replacement is critical to ensure continuity of diagnostic activities, preservation of clinical data integrity, and maintenance of laboratory operational capabilities. The system must be compatible with the existing MetaSystems technological environment to avoid major migration and integration work.

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