# CanadaBuys #20172704

Procurement of Ophthalmic Photodynamic Therapy Laser and Long-Term Maintenance

**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Respond By:** October 05, 2026
**Identifier:** 20172704
**NAICS:** 423450

Santé Québec Est-de-l’Île-de-Montréal – Universitaire, part of the Government of Canada, is seeking to acquire a laser for photodynamic therapy in ophthalmology for Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital.
- Government Buyer:
  - Santé Québec Est-de-l’Île-de-Montréal – Universitaire (Government of Canada)
  - Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital
- Products Requested:
  - Ophthalmic photodynamic therapy laser
    - Diode laser source at 689 nm (±3 nm)
    - Maximum power output: 400 mW
    - Software-guided treatment procedures
    - Compatibility with light-activated photosensitizing agents
    - Accessories: slit lamp adapters
    - Health Canada and recognized accreditation certification required
- Services Requested:
  - Warranty and maintenance services for 7 years
  - Option to renew for 3 additional years
- Unique Requirements:
  - Sole-source procurement (advance contract award notice)
  - Equipment must be certified by Health Canada and recognized bodies
  - Intended for treatment of complex retinal conditions (e.g., choroidal neovascularization, central serous chorioretinopathy)
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice.

### Description

The Government of Canada intends to enter into a sole-source contract for the acquisition of a laser dedicated to photodynamic therapy in ophthalmology. The laser will be used at the Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital for treating complex retinal pathologies such as choroidal neovascularization and central serous chorioretinopathy. The contract includes a one-time purchase with a warranty period and maintenance services for 7 years, with an option to renew for 3 additional years. The government reserves the right to award the contract without a competitive process. Interested companies must demonstrate capability and submit a response by October 4, 2026.

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