RFR_164716_Attachment A-Vendor_Response_Form.docx

Attachment A Philips Brilliance 64 Channel CT Scanner Upgrade Attachment A: Vendor Response Form

RFR Section 2.0

The hardware and software conversion will transform the installed Brilliance CT 64-channel configuration to the full performance of a Brilliance CT 64-channel with Essence technology configuration, including a 64-channel NanoPanel detector, iDose4 Premium Package, and iPatient. The transformed system will include, as applicable, all options currently installed on the 64-channel system to be converted.

The system upgrade will essentially be a “system swap” whereby all components (hardware/ software) outlined in this RFR will be pre-installed off-site at the vendor’s location, using only OEM hardware and software components installed by qualified/certified Philips imaging engineers.

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Key Features

• NanoPanel 64-channel detector with Essence technology

• iDose4 Premium Package

• HyperSight IR console

• iPatient

• ExamCards

• ClearRay Reconstruction

• Additional 100 kVp station

• DoseRight Index (DRI): a single number used to specify the image quality required for the diagnostic task at hand

• Organ-specific DRI: Liver and Head/Neck localized settings to optimize dose and image quality

• NEMA XR-25 DoseCheck

• NEMA XR-29 Compliance

• DICOM Structured Reporting for Dose

• DoseRight 3D Modulation

• DoseRight and ZDOM improvements for adults

• DoseRight and ZDOM for pediatric (< 50 kg)

• Auto enable for scan planning

• Countdown time on gantry panels

• SyncRight Ready

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· NanoPanel 64-channel Detector w/ Essence technology- A 4cm, 64-channel detector built with the modular TACH2 chip to reduce electronic noise.

1. iDose4 Premium Package

2. The iDose4 Premium Package includes two technologies to improve image quality –

3. iDose4 iterative reconstruction technique

4. Metal artifact reduction for large orthopedic implants (O-MAR).

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2.1 Additional Requirements

2.1a NEMA XR-29 Compliance Through this upgrade, this system will comply with the NEMA XR-29-2013 Standard Attributes on CT Equipment Related to Dose Optimization and Management.

· It encompasses DICOM Radiation Dose Structured Reporting, Dose Check Feature (Dose Notification and Dose Alerts), Automatic Exposure Control (Dose Modulation) and Reference Adult & Pediatric Protocols.

2.1b This conversion will includes transfer of existing licensed applications, as applicable.

2.1c The existing system parts that will be replaced during the upgrade shall be considered Trade-In.

2.1d Operator’s Manual- English

2.1e Keyboard Language-English

2.1f Any rigging costs are the responsibility of the vendor.

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2.2 Training

A Clinical Education Specialist will provide sixteen (16) hours of tailored CT On-Site Education for up to four (4) students, selected by customer iDose/iPatient Entitlements

CT iPatient Upgrade Education Initial Training

Provide twenty-four (24) hours of iPatient training focusing on maximizing advanced scanning concepts, protocols, dose tools, and interface module for the Med-Rad injector 9for 2 CT techs).

Follow Up On-Site Training:

A Clinical Education Specialist will provide twenty-four (24) hours of additional training on iPatient and/or Advanced CT On-Site the week immediately following the initial handover training for up to four (4) students, selected by customer.

Advanced Follow Up On-Site Training:

A Clinical Education Specialist will provide sixteen (16) hours of additional iPatient and/or Advanced.

CT On-Site Education for up to four (4) students, selected by customer

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2.3 Warranty

Specify warranty details

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2.4 Vendor qualifications

Vendors must provide documentation demonstrating that only a qualified / certified Philips field service engineer(s) will install software and hardware in order to upgrade the Brilliance 64 slice unit located at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital. Only a qualified / certified Philips field service engineer can perform subsequent service on this unit.

Furthermore, vendors must be able to demonstrate that they are in the business of selling, installing, and servicing Philips CT units in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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