Erasmus MC has launched an open tender for the supply of biological aortic valves. The contract focuses on the procurement of high-quality, sterile, CE-certified medical devices that comply with the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and ISO 13485. Suppliers must demonstrate that the valves are suitable for open-heart surgery, have a proven strength and durability profile, and meet Dutch healthcare standards. The tender requires detailed technical specifications, quality assurance, traceability, and aftercare support. Additionally, bidders must have experience in supplying medical implants to a university hospital and be able to meet logistical requirements (storage, transport, inventory management). The procedure is public, allowing all interested parties the opportunity to submit a proposal.
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01What is being requested
Erasmus MC has launched an open tender for the supply of biological aortic valves. The contract focuses on the procurement of high-quality, sterile, CE-certified medical devices that comply with the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and ISO 13485. Suppliers must demonstrate that the valves are suitable for open-heart surgery, have a proven strength and durability profile, and meet Dutch healthcare standards. The tender requires detailed technical specifications, quality assurance, traceability, and aftercare support. Additionally, bidders must have experience in supplying medical implants to a university hospital and be able to meet logistical requirements (storage, transport, inventory management). The procedure is public, allowing all interested parties the opportunity to submit a proposal.
Supply of biological aortic valves
02Outcome
Edwards Lifesciences B.V.
03Exclusion grounds
- No specific exclusion grounds were extracted. In a European tender, the mandatory and discretionary grounds of art. 2.86/2.87 of the Dutch Procurement Act almost always apply — check the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).
04Value in context
The contracting authority did not publish an estimated value — common for a large share of contracts. The EU threshold for leveringen is € 221.000, for reference.
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07Frequently asked questions
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08Estimated value versus the market
€ 317K
€ 892K
€ 3,3 mln
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