Opportunity
University of Iowa Ionwave #18640 Addendum 1
University of Iowa Health Care seeks fetal monitoring and data archiving solutions for Stead Family Children's Hospital
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
18640 Addendum 1
NAICS
334510, 541512, 541513
The University of Iowa Health Care and Stead Family Children's Hospital are seeking information from suppliers for a comprehensive fetal monitoring and data archiving solution. - Government Buyer: - University of Iowa Health Care (Main Campus and Downtown Campus) - Stead Family Children's Hospital - OEMs and Vendors: - Philips (Avalon 50 and Avalon 30 fetal monitors currently in use) - No other OEMs or vendors are pre-selected; open to all qualified suppliers - Products/Services Requested: - Fetal monitoring hardware compatible with Philips Avalon and other vendors (55 units system-wide) - Fetal monitoring and data archiving software solution with EHR integration (EPIC modules: Stork, ClinDoc, OB Flowsheets, OpTime) - Implementation and training services for approximately 160 nurses and multiple providers - Maintenance and support services, including annual maintenance and post-go-live support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solution must support interoperability standards (HL7, FHIR, DICOM, IEEE) - Robust cybersecurity certifications required (SOC2, HITRUST, ISO 27001) - Compliance with HIPAA and GLBA - Multi-site deployment (on-premises, cloud, or hybrid) - Real-time EHR integration, centralized dashboards, alarm management, remote access, reporting/analytics - No specific contract vehicle; RFI is for information gathering and may lead to a formal RFP - Annual birth volume of approximately 4,133 across campuses - Clinics and outpatient locations included in scope
Description
The University of Iowa is seeking information from qualified suppliers regarding fetal monitoring and data archiving solutions for the Stead Family Children's Hospital. The procurement is a Request for Information (RFI) to gather details on software and hardware solutions, including features, functionalities, costs, and support capabilities. The University may later issue a formal Request for Proposal based on the information received. The scope includes integration with existing systems like EPIC, compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards, and support for clinical workflows and reporting.