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This Solicitation opportunity from Iowa was posted on April 25, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Insulated Bipolar Forceps

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18437State & Local

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The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC) issued Request for Proposals (RFP) 18437 for the procurement of insulated bipolar forceps and cords compatible with universal medical generators. Prospective suppliers must submit their proposals electronically via the eBid system by May 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. The solicitation requires detailed pricing submissions through specific Excel templates, including a full product catalog and bid line items with tiered pricing based on commitment levels of 60, 70, and 80 percent. Awards will be based on the most valuable proposal, evaluated through factors such as pricing, technical maintainability, supplier experience, and financial stability. The contract mandates strict adherence to University of Iowa Standard Terms and Conditions, including compliance with HIPAA through a Business Associate Agreement for the protection of health information. Key technical and regulatory requirements include GS1-compliant barcoding, labeling for latex content, and adherence to the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Additionally, any provided technology must meet WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 accessibility standards, while data security must align with SSAE 18 SOC 2 Type II. Deliveries are F.O.B. Destination, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the University dock. Special provisions include a Most Favored Nation clause, export control compliance, and a prohibition on the use of fetal body parts per Iowa Code.

General Info

UIHC RFP 18437 for insulated bipolar forceps and cords due May 30, 2025.

Place of Performance

IA, USA

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Documents

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18437 - Insulated Bipolar Forceps

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18437 Insulated Bipolar Forceps Bid Line Items

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18437 Pricing Sheet

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Business Associate Agreement - University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

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University of Iowa Standard Terms and Conditions Update March 31, 2025

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AgencyThe University of Iowa
Contacts1 person available
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Organization / AgencyThe University of Iowa
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This Request for Proposals (“RFP”) is an invitation to prospective Proponents to submit Proposals to provide Insulated Bipolar Forceps for the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC) as further described in Attribute 2 - Introduction.   The bid line items for this bid are found on the Excel spreadsheet titled'18437_Insulated Biopolar Forceps_(Supplier_Name)_Bid_Line_Items' (located in the 'Attachments' tab of the bid). This list is not meant to be inclusive or limiting. Supplier shall bid your firm's version of the product(s) detailed on this spreadsheet. Alternate items will have to be reviewed and approved by end users.   Please be aware that this is an extensive bid. All Suppliers are cautioned to allow ample time for the submittal of RFP responses well before the due date time requirement. Bids must be submitted via the eBid system.https://uiebid.ionwave.net/HomePage.aspx.   Any questions Suppliers may have pertaining to this bid must be posted on the bid 'Question' tab and a response will be posted subsequently.  Please make sure to post a question by or before the bid Question Cutoff Date.   Bid Communication Any and all correspondence concerning this RFP must be submitted to Brian Bourke via e-mail contact@example.gov in order to be considered for this bidding opportunity. Breach in this protocol may result in disqualification from the competitive process.

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