Kidney and Organ Transplant

The contract involves SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University and Stony Brook University Hospital entering into a five-year agreement with Live On New York for the procurement and transplantation of kidneys and pancreases, effective from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2029. This arrangement is intended to support the transplant departments at both institutions by ensuring a consistent supply of organs for transplantation. A single-source exemption was granted by the Office of the State Comptroller on May 15, 2024, allowing the contract to proceed without a competitive bidding process due to the specialized nature of organ procurement, with Live On New York designated as the sole provider. The procurement process was posted publicly with a response deadline of October 31, 2024, and covers all counties within New York State. The contract's estimated value ranges from five to fifteen million dollars, reflecting the scope of organ procurement and transplantation services. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Frantz Poyau, Purchase Associate at SUNY Downstate, who can be reached via email or phone. The contract emphasizes the importance of reliable organ supply for transplant programs and underscores the exclusive nature of the arrangement, with the procurement details accessible through the New York State Contract Reporter.