Trocars

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking to procure Trocars and Related disposable Products through a Vizient contract procurement process for all New York State counties, with the primary location being 750 East Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210. The procurement is specifically focused on medical trocars used in laparoscopic surgical procedures, with an extensive range of product variations including different diameters (5mm to 15mm), lengths (55mm to 150mm), and specialized features such as optical access, Z-threading, advanced fixation, and first entry capabilities. Vendors must be authorized to sell trocars listed on the Vizient contract or provide clinically equivalent products, which requires submitting free supporting clinical documentation and providing equipment for examination and demonstration. The procurement is subject to NYS Finance Law 139 j&k (Lobbying Law), with strict communication protocols mandating that vendors only contact Rachel Hawthorne from the Hospital Purchasing Department. The solicitation is open from March 4, 2025, with proposals due by March 25, 2025, and vendors must demonstrate precise clinical performance equivalency to be considered.

The procurement does not include a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside, and the contract term will align with the duration of the existing Vizient contract. Applied Medical is noted as a business entity that has been awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years. Successful contractors must submit valid and current NYS Workman's Compensation and Disability Forms, indicating additional administrative requirements beyond product specification compliance. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be comprehensive, covering a wide array of trocar configurations across the Kii product line, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The procurement process emphasizes clinical performance and equivalency over price, with a focus on ensuring high-quality medical devices for surgical procedures. Vendors must be prepared to provide detailed clinical documentation, potentially undergo product trials, and demonstrate their capability to meet the precise medical equipment specifications outlined in the MS1385 items spreadsheet.