# Quebec SEAO #2027-0552 AI

Approximately 15 Medtronic Aurora EV-ICD Substernal Defibrillators

**Posted:** October 30, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** 2027-0552 AI
**NAICS:** 423450

Santé Québec Estrie–CHUS plans to procure approximately 15 Medtronic Aurora EV-ICD substernal defibrillators for electrophysiology use.
- **Government buyer:** Santé Québec Estrie, Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS); intended use at CHUS Fleurimont.
- **OEM / prospective supplier:** **MEDTRONIC CANADA**.
- **Product:** Approximately 15 Aurora EV-ICD substernal defibrillators; no part number is provided.
- **Notable requirement:** The device is placed beneath the sternum, closer to the heart than a subcutaneous system. The notice says this approach is intended to help reduce risks associated with intracardiac leads.
- **Performance period:** 12-month standing-order contract; a start date is not specified.

### Description

Santé Québec Estrie - Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke intends to conclude a 12-month standing-order contract to acquire approximately fifteen Aurora substernal defibrillators for use in electrophysiology at CHUS Fleurimont. The notice indicates that the substernal placement distinguishes the device from a subcutaneous system and helps reduce risks associated with intracardiac leads. MEDTRONIC CANADA is identified as the prospective supplier. The notice indicates an intended contract award without a call for tenders; no estimated value is provided.

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