Patient Simulator - Suzie S2000 or Equivelent

Dakota College at Bottineau (DCB) is conducting a competitive procurement for patient simulators through a state of North Dakota Invitation for Bid issued in February 2024. The solicitation seeks to acquire two Suzie S2000 wireless adult patient simulators with advanced educational components, specifically including two tablet PCs and two bedside virtual monitors to be delivered to Valley City and Minot sites. The required simulators must possess comprehensive capabilities such as wireless connectivity, programmable speech responses, CPR data tracking, multiple medical interaction sites, and sophisticated physiological simulation features. Bidders are mandated to submit electronic responses through the State Procurement Online system, with proposals due by the specified bid response deadline of September 26, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness to technical specifications, pricing, and compliance with bidder list requirements, with Gaumard noted as the preferred manufacturer due to unique connectivity capabilities that do not rely on traditional Wi-Fi or internet connections. The procurement allows for flexible purchasing, enabling the college to acquire one or all simulators based on budgetary constraints.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The solicitation offers a pricing structure that includes a 2% deduction if all three simulators are purchased in a single transaction, with pricing to be submitted in U.S. currency and excluding federal and state taxes, as the college maintains a tax-exempt status. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the estimated costs will encompass simulators, tablet PCs, bedside monitors, warranty options, and educational sessions. The procurement will be awarded on an all-or-none basis, with the state reserving the right to reject any or all submitted bids. Potential vendors should note the technical specificity required, particularly the emphasis on Gaumard's simulation technology and the need for advanced wireless and physiological simulation capabilities. The contract will be administered through North Dakota state purchasing regulations, with final award contingent upon meeting all specified technical and administrative requirements.