Emergency Procurement: Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast
UNOPS
Emergency Procurement: Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast
Request for quotation
Reference:
RFQ/2026/61600
Beneficiary countries or territories:
Ukraine
Registration level:
Basic
Published on:
24-Feb-2026
Deadline on:
17-Mar-2026 10:00 (GMT 0.00)
Description
Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast
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New amendment added #3: Dear Bidders,Please be advised that the below amendments are made to the RFQ requirements:1. RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2Clause 1.3.8 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been amended to be read as follows: “Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 45 cm diameter or greater”Clause 1.6.5 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been amended to be read as follows: “The system's scan range must be at least 145 cm or greater. Clause 1.7.1.3 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been removed.Clause 1.7.1.9 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been amended to be read as follows: “1 (one) coil or coil solution for neuroaxis (brain/spine) studies for neonatal patients and body/cardiac studies for neonatal patients, with at least 8 channels. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously to fulfil described clinical requirements.”Clause 1.7.1.10 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been removed.Clause 1.10.1.22 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been amended to be read as follows:”Techniques for reducing artifacts from both blood pulsations and respiratory motion preferably without increasing scan times”Clause 1.11.4.11 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been amended to be read as follows: “Body Diffusion with Fat Suppression”Clause 1.11.4.18 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been amended to be read as follows: “Acquisition allows image composition of multiple FOVs (stitching)”Clause 1.11.6.5 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 has been removed.2. RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2The relevant revisions have been made RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 in the Section - Form C: “Technical Requirements”. 3. Checklist “Evidence (certificate) confirming that the bidder is certified with ISO 9001 or another (QMS) certificate relevant to the supply of laboratory, medical products” has been amended to be read as follows: “Evidence of the Bidder’s of compliance with QMS requirements as specified in the Criteria 3.5 (Criteria tab)”“Evidence (a valid Quality Management System certificate) confirming that the manufacturer of the equipment is certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 or ISO 13485:2016” has been amended to be read as follows: “Evidence (a valid Quality Management System certificate) confirming that the manufacturer of the equipment is certified with ISO 13485:2016 listed in the Qualification criteria 3.6 (Criteria tab)”Please check the amendment documents:RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev. 3RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.3In the Documents section.Thank you.Procurement team.
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09-Mar-2026 14:04
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New clarification added: Dear UNOPS officer:We would like to seek clarification regarding to RFQ/2026/61600, Item - Magnetic Resonance (MR) system- 1 pcs,1) As the original specification of 1.11.5.3 4D (dynamic) angiographic acquisition that does not require the use of contrast media has been deleted at previous clarification, but the specification of 1.11.6.5, 4D (dynamic) angiographic acquisitions that do not require contrast agents. hasn't been deleted. We suggest deleted 1.11.6.5, 4D (dynamic) angiographic acquisitions that do not require contrast agents. as well, to keep the parameter consistency.Best regards,/Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarification on your question.Clause, 1.11.6.5, is deteled.Thank you.Procurermnt team.
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08-Mar-2026 16:57
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Dear UNOPS procurement team, Clarification regarding General RequirementsThe checklist of documents includes the following requirement.Document name : Evidence (certificate) confirming that the bidder is certified with ISO 9001 or another (QMS) certificate relevant to the supply of laboratory, medical productsDocument category : OtherDocument is : mandatory Nevertheless, according to Ukrainian legislation (Article 7 of the Law of Ukraine No. 222-VIII of 2 March 2015 ‘On Licensing of Economic Activities’), wholesale and retail trade in magnetic resonance tomographs is not subject to licensing. Therefore, the supplier of a magnetic resonance tomograph is not required to have a certificate ISO 9001 or another (QMS) certificate relevant to the supply of laboratory, medical products. Question: Can a tender participant, in response to the specified requirement, provide a letter explaining the licensing of wholesale and retail trade in magnetic resonance tomographs in Ukraine?/Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find below the clarification on your question.Document name in Checklist: Evidence (certificate) confirming that the bidder is certified with ISO 9001 or another (QMS) certificate relevant to the supply of laboratory, medical products.This document is requierd for the submission to confirm the compliance under the Clarification criteria 3.5 "Bidder shall have: Operating license and authorizations required under national legislation of the country (Ukraine), or Comply with national or WHO Good Distribution Practices (GDP)/Good Storage Practices (GSP) or have a Quality Management System (QMS) certified in accordance with ISO 9001, or ISO 13485, for the supply of laboratory, medical equipment, or pharmaceutical products".According to Ukrainian legislation (Article 7 of the Law of Ukraine No. 222-VIII dated 2 March 2015 “On Licensing of Economic Activities”), wholesale and retail trade in magnetic resonance tomographs is not subject to licensing. Therefore, the Bidder may submit a letter explaining that such activity does not require a license in Ukraine to confirm the operation under the legislation of the country Ukraine.Thank you.Procurement team.
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08-Mar-2026 16:55
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender.Please find below the clarifications on your questions.1. In response to the request, it is clarified that items 1.7.1.3 and 1.7.1.10 are removed.It is also clarified that 1.7.1.9 change to: 1.7.1.9: 1 (one) coil or coil solution for neuroaxis (brain/spine) studies for neonatal patients and body/cardiac studies for neonatal patients, with at least 8 channels. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously to fulfil described clinical requirements.The remaining coils must be delivered, providing at least 8 different coils.2. Clause 1.3.8 change to:1.3.8. Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 45 cm diameter or greater.3. Clause 1.6.5 It is reversed as follows: 1.6.5. The system's scan range must be at least 145 cm or greater. 4. 1.7.1.9 and 1.7.1.10it is clarified that item 1.7.1.10 is removed.It is also clarified that 1.7.1.9 change to:1.7.1.9: 1 (one) coil or coil solution for neuroaxis (brain/spine) studies for neonatal patients and body/cardiac studies for neonatal patients, with at least 8 channels. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously to fulfil described clinical requirements.The remaining coils must be delivered, providing at least 8 different coils.5. Clause 1.10.1.22 change to: 1.10.1.22: Techniques for reducing artifacts from both blood pulsations and respiratory motion preferably without increasing scan times.6. Clause 1.11.4.11 change to: 1.11.4.11: Body Diffusion with Fat Suppression7. Clause 1.11.4.18 change to:1.11.4.18: Acquisition allows image composition of multiple FOVs (stitching)Thank you.Procurement team.
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08-Mar-2026 16:50
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Dear UNOPS,In Form F: Manufacturer’s Authorization Form, it is indicated to “insert submission date.” However, the supporting documents are usually prepared in advance before the quotation is submitted.Could you please clarify whether it is acceptable to indicate a date earlier than the actual proposal submission date in this form?Thank you in advance for your clarification./Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender.Please find below the clarification on your question.Submission Date is the date when you submit the Quotation to UNGM eSourcing.Thnak you.Procurement team.
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06-Mar-2026 11:22
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Dear UNOPS Team,Could you please clarify how the following qualification criterion should be confirmed:“The Bidder should be in continuous business of manufacturing / supplying the specific products as specified in Section II: Schedule of Requirements or equivalent products during the last 3 (three) years prior to bid opening.”Would submission of financial statements for the last three years be sufficient to confirm this requirement?/Dear Bidder, Thank you for your request. Please find the answer below.To demonstrate compliance with the requirement that the Bidder has been in continuous business of manufacturing or supplying the specified or equivalent products for at least three (3) years prior to the bid opening date, Bidder must submit copies of registration documents of the company (or extracts or any other official company documents confirming that the company has been duly registered and operating in the market for more than three (3) years prior to the bid opening date) as well as any other documents confiming continuous operation in the business (previous contracts, certificates of completion of completion of contracts, evidence of participation in the bidding processes for the equipment, etc). Financial statements for the last three years togather with the above mentioned documents will be suffitient evidence to confirm the compliance with the requirement.Thank you.
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05-Mar-2026 15:50
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New amendment added #2: Dear Bidders,Please be advised that the below amendments are made to the RFQ requirements:1. RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1Clause 1.3.8 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 has been amended to be read as follows: “Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 45 cm diameter.”Clause 1.6.5 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 has been amended to be read as follows: “The system's table longitudinal movement must be at least 150 cm or greater.”Clause 1.7.1.3 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 has been amended to be read as follows: “1 (one) coil for Wrist studies with 4 or more elements”.Clause 1.7.1.5 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 has been amended to be read as follows: “1 (one) coil or coil solution for Extremity studies with 12 or more elements. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously.”Clause 1.8.5 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 has been amended to be read as follows: “Image reconstruction speed:. The system must ensure real-time or near-real-time image reconstruction without workflow delays, supporting advanced reconstruction algorithms.”Clause 1.10.1.38 has been removed from the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.12. RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1The relevant revisions have been made RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 in the Section - Form C: “Technical Requirements”.3. Form G: Joint Venture Partner Information Form has been added to the solicitation documents (in the RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1. Also the evaluation criteria for JVs has been added to the “Evaluation method details” section in the Particulars tab.” 4. Qualification criteria Stage.Qualification criterion 3.6 in Qualification criteria Section has been has been amended to be read as follows:Bidders shall submit the manufacturer’s valid Quality Management System (QMS), according to the latest versions in force ISO 13485:2016. These must be issued by Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), Notified or Accredited bodies, or recognized by the Regulatory Authority of the relevant GHTF Founding Member country (United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, European Union) where the product is approved, or by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). 5. The deadline for submission is extended by 17.03.2026. The deadline for the clarifications is extended by 06.03.2026.Please check the amendment documents:RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev. 2RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.2 Please chcek the Evaluation method details section in the Particulars tab.In the Documents section.Thank you.Procurement team.
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04-Mar-2026 13:05
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New clarification added: Dear Sir/Madam,Following a detailed technical and clinical review of the Schedule of Requirements, we are writing on behalf of the official distributor of FUJIFILM Corporation (Japan) in Ukraine, respectfully request clarification regarding the below technical parameters. Our intention is to ensure alignment with established MRI physics principles, modern clinical practice, and open competition standards while preserving full diagnostic capability.1. Item 1.3.8– Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 50 cm diameter.Current requirement: Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 50 cm diameterThis parameter was previously specified for an MRI with a gantry aperture of 60 cm and remained unchanged as the aperture increased. Considering that different manufacturers use different measurement systems and a possible field size of 50 x 50 x 45 cm, we ask you to specify the field uniformity requirements for a sphere with a diameter of 45 cm. to expand the number of participants.Proposed reformulation:Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 45 cm diameter.2. Item 1.6.5 – Scan Range ≥ 200 cmCurrent requirement: “The system's scan range must be 200 cm or greater.”MRI image quality depends on B₀ magnetic field homogeneity, gradient linearity, RF transmission uniformity, and coil sensitivity profiles optimized around the magnet isocenter. Extended anatomical coverage in modern MRI systems is achieved through multi-station acquisition with automated table movement and image composition.Whole-body MRI is routinely performed using multi-station protocols, with effective stitched coverage typically 150–180 cm in adults. Continuous 200 cm single-station acquisition is not standard clinical practice. A strict ≥200 cm requirement may therefore unintentionally limit competition without improving diagnostic performance.Proposed reformulation:“The MRI system must support extended anatomical coverage through automated table movement and multi-station acquisition with image composition capability. The patient table longitudinal movement shall be at least 150–160 cm.”3. Item 1.7.1.5 – Extremity Coil ≥ 12 ElementsCurrent requirement: “1 (one) coil for Extremity studies with 12 or more elements.”Extremity MRI performance depends on SNR, anatomical coverage, and parallel imaging efficiency rather than strictly on element count within a single rigid coil.Our configuration includes one 8-element extremity coil and one 4-element coil operating simultaneously, providing ≥12 active channels during acquisition.Proposed reformulation:“1 (one) coil solution for Extremity studies providing at least 12 active channels during acquisition. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously.”4. Item 1.8.5 – Image Reconstruction Speed ≥ 50,000 reconstructions/secCurrent requirement: “Image reconstruction speed: no less than 50,000 reconstructions/sec.”We respectfully request clarification on the clinical and technical relevance of this parameter.MRI reconstruction is not a simple linear process measured purely in reconstructions per second. Modern MRI systems utilize distributed parallel computing architectures, multi-core CPUs, high-performance GPUs, and dedicated reconstruction pipelines.Advanced reconstruction techniques include parallel imaging (SENSE/GRAPPA-like methods), compressed sensing, iterative reconstruction algorithms, AI-based denoising, deep-learning reconstruction, and real-time motion correction. These techniques are computationally intensive but optimized for workflow efficiency rather than raw reconstruction counts.Clinical workflow efficiency depends on total pipeline optimization: data acquisition buffering, k-space processing, Fourier transformation, coil combination algorithms, image filtering, and background post-processing running in parallel.Total patient examination time significantly exceeds raw reconstruction time. Therefore, specifying a numeric threshold such as 50,000 reconstructions/sec does not necessarily correlate with clinical performance, throughput, or image quality.A fixed hardware-oriented benchmark may unintentionally favor specific system architectures and limit competition without measurable clinical benefit.Proposed reformulation:“The system must ensure real-time or near-real-time image reconstruction without workflow delays, supporting advanced reconstruction algorithms, parallel imaging, and AI-based processing to ensure efficient clinical operation.”Procurement Principles ConsiderationWe respectfully submit that aligning technical specifications with functional clinical outcomes rather than fixed hardware metrics supports the principles of fair competition, technical neutrality, and value-for-money procurement.Allowing functionally equivalent solutions ensures broader manufacturer participation, encourages competitive pricing, and maintains high clinical standards, while safeguarding the interests of the beneficiary institution.Clarification RequestedWe kindly request confirmation whether the above proposed clarifications for Items Item 1.3.8, 1.6.5, 1.7.1.5, and 1.8.5 would be considered acceptable, ensuring full diagnostic capability while supporting fair, open, and competitive procurement. /Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.1. Clause 1.3.8 is changed to Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 45 cm diameter.2. Clause 1.6.5 is changed to The system's table longitudinal movement must be at least 150 cm or greater.3. Clause 1.7.1.5 Yes, the combination will meet the requeriment, as expressed in the point 1.7.1, the system must include coils or coil solutions that allow for the anatomies/studies; coils to be connected simultaneously are valid. For better undertandig the requeriment change to: 1 (one) coil or coil solution for Extremity studies with 12 or more elements. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously.4. Clause 1.8.5 is changed to: Image reconstruction speed. The system must ensure real-time or near-real-time image reconstruction without workflow delays, supporting advanced reconstruction algorithms. Thank you.Procurement team.
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04-Mar-2026 09:24
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New clarification added: Dear Sir/Madam,Our company would like to take part in your tender RFQ/2026/61600Having carefully studied the requirements for Magnetic Resonance (MR) system a significant overestimation of parameters that do not have a significant impact on the quality of diagnostics, for example the following items: Item 1.6.5 The system's scan range must be 200 cm or greater.We ask you to clarify the meaning of this parameter, as we assume that the 200 cm parameter was specified incorrectly, given the fact that there is no practical need to scan 200 cm.It would be correct to specify the horizontal movement of the table and add the parameter for the length of the scanning zone, which for most manufacturers is 150-160 cm. Item 1.7.1.3 1 (one) coil for Wrist studies with 8 or more elements.We ask that you reduce the number of elements to 4, removing the requirement for more than 8. The wrist studies is small in size, and the requirement for the number of elements to 8 is too high to limit the number of participants. Item 1.7.1.5 1 (one) coil for Extremity studies with 12 or more elements.We have one coil for extremity with 8 elements and another coil with 4 elements. The system allows these coils to be connected simultaneously. We would like to ask if this combination will meet the requirements of this section? Item 1.8.5 Image reconstruction speed: no less than 50,000 reconstructions/sec.We ask you to remove this item. We believe that this parameter is significantly overstated in order to limit the number of participants, since it does not affect the quality of images and has conditional significance since the examination time of one patient significantly exceeds the reconstruction time and does not allow for analysis before the end of the study./Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.1. Clause 1.6.5 is changed to: The system's table longitudinal movement must be at least 150 cm or greater.2. Clause 1.7.1.3 is changed to: 1 (one) coil for Wrist studies with 4 or more elements.3. Clause 1.7.1.5 Yes, the combination will meet the requeriment, as expressed in the point 1.7.1, the system must include coils or coil solutions that allow for the anatomies/studies; coils to be connected simultaneously are valid. For better undertandig the requeriment change to: (one) coil or coil solution for Extremity studies with 12 or more elements. The system may utilize a single coil or a combination of coils operating simultaneously.4. Cluase 1.8.5 is chamged to: Image reconstruction speed. The system must ensure real-time or near-real-time image reconstruction without workflow delays, supporting advanced reconstruction algorithms. Thank you.Procurement team.
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04-Mar-2026 09:18
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Dear evaluation team,As far as we know, only GE, Siemens, and Philips brands currently have the following functions:"1.10.1.37 Myocardial perfusion sequences""1.10.1.38 Myocardial tagging sequences""1.10.1.39 Myocardial T1/T2/T2* mapping sequences""1.11.5.9 Flow quantification""1.11.5.10 Cardiac viability""1.11.5.11 Unique sequence that allows determination of the optimal inversion time for use in viability sequences.""1.11.5.12 Myocardial tagging sequences""1.11.5.13 Myocardial perfusion sequences""1.11.5.14 Synchronization using VCG (vectorcardiogram)""1.11.5.15 Myocardial T2 and T2* mapping""1.11.5.16 Myocardial T1 mapping, applicable to both pre-contrast and post-contrast acquisition, preferably based on the MOLLI (Modified Look-Locker Inversion Recovery) technique.""1.11.5.10 Cardiac viability""1.11.5.10 Cardiac viability"Please confirm if these functions must be met.If the device must meet the above functions, almost no other brand can meet your requirements./ Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find the clarifications on your questions.We appreciate your suggestion; however, on this occasion the technical specifications will remain unchanged.Thank you.Procurement team.
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04-Mar-2026 09:14
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New clarification added: Dear UNOPS officer:We would like to seek clarification regarding to RFQ/2026/61600, Item - Magnetic Resonance (MR) system- 1 pcs,1) Original parameter: 1.6.5 The system's scan range must be 200 cm or greater.This specification request is under 1.6 patient table, it actually means the longitudinal movement range of table top should be more than 200 cm?Proposed amend to: 1.6.5 The longitudianl movement range of table must be 200 cm or greater.2) Original parameter: 1.10.1.38 Myocardial tagging sequencesThis is a outdated technology, the clinical accuracy is very limit, the radiologist will few to use this sequence now, as there is more accuracy technology/sequence, such as myocardial perfusion, etc. Therefore, some new model will not preset this sequence.Proposed delete the requirement of 1.10.1.38 Myocardial tagging sequences.best regards,/Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.1. Clause 1.6.5 is changed to: The system's table longitudinal movement must be at least 150 cm or greater.2. Cluase 1.10.1.38 is removed.Thank you.Procuremrnt team.
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04-Mar-2026 09:10
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New clarification added: Dear UNOPS! Could you please confirm whether an association of participants (consortium or joint venture) is permitted to participate in the tender procedure?Additionally, we would appreciate your guidance on the Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. If a participant holds a valid manufacturer’s authorization, is it still mandatory for the participant to possess QMS certification in accordance with ISO 9001 or ISO 13485? Or would the manufacturer’s certification be considered sufficient for compliance purposes?/Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on you questions.1. A consortium or joint venture is allowed. Form for Joint Venture Partner Information will be included in the RFQ as an Amendment.2. Guidance on Quality Management System (QMS) requirements:2.1 The Bidder has to provide the Manufacturer's or Official dealer’s Authorization for supply of the Equipment confirming its rights to supply the said Equipment to Ukraine in accordance with Qualification criteria 3.4.2.2 An amendment is made to qualification criterion 3.6 as follows: Bidders must submit the manufacturer’s valid Quality Management System (QMS), according to the latest versions in force ISO 13485:2016. This must be issued by Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), Notified or Accredited bodies, or recognized by the Regulatory Authority of the relevant GHTF Founding Member country (United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, European Union) where the product is approved, or by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF).It is clarified that the QMS certification requirement according to ISO 13485 standards is applicable to the equipment manufacturer, which may extend to the offered medical device. 2.3 As required in qualification criterion 3.5, the bidder must have: an operating license and authorizations required under the national legislation of the country (Ukraine), or comply with national or WHO Good Distribution Practices (GDP)/Good Storage Practices (GSP), or have a Quality Management System (QMS) certified in accordance with ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 for the supply of laboratory, medical equipment, or pharmaceutical products.Thank you.Procurement team.
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03-Mar-2026 09:21
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New clarification added: Dear UNOPS,Due to the large list of changes and clarifications, we ask that you extend the deadline for submitting proposals to prepare a high-quality tender proposal./Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find below the clarification on your question.The tender was published on 24.02.2026. Amendment 1 was issued on 02.03.2026.At this stage, no extension of the tender submission deadline is being considered.Thank you.Procurement Team.
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02-Mar-2026 14:30
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New amendment added #1: Dear Bidders,Please be advised that the below amendments are made to the RFQ requirements:RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast Clause 1.3.6 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “Internal diameter (bore) of the magnet: minimum 70 cm.”Clause 1.3.8 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 50 cm diameter.”Clause 1.4.2 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “Gradient system: 33 mT/m or higher (x, y, and z axes); minimum slew rate of 120 T/m/s.Clause 1.7.1.3 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “1 (one) coil for Wrist studies with 6 or more elements.”Clause 1.8.3 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “SSD hard drive for image storage, with a capacity of at least 960 Gb”.Clause 1.10.1.20 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been removed from the Requirements.Clause 1.10.1.42 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “DIXON technique: Two-point gradient echo for use with extended FOV”.Clause 1.11.3.10 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “Black Blood type sequences with T1 contrast”.Clause 1.11.4.15 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “ Free-Breathing Acquisition Sequence”.Clause 1.11.4.17 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “Two-point Dixon gradient echo (GRE) technique, allowing use in extended FOV (at least 50 cm)”.Clause 1.11.5.3 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been removed from the Requirements.Clause 1.11.5.14 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “Synchronization using VCG (vectorcardiogram) or ECG (electrocardiography)”.Clause 1.4.2 of the RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast has been amended to be read as follows: “VCG (Vectorcardiogram) or ECG (electrocardiography) cardiac synchronization sensor and monitor”.The relevant revisions have been madeRFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1 in the Section - Form C: “Technical Requirements”.Qualification criteria StageQualification criterion 3.5 in Qualification criteria Section has been has been amended to be read as follows: Bidder shall have: Operating license and authorizations required under national legislation of the country (Ukraine), or Comply with national or WHO Good Distribution Practices (GDP)/Good Storage Practices (GSP) or have a Quality Management System (QMS) certified in accordance with ISO 9001, or ISO 13485, for the supply of laboratory, medical equipment, or pharmaceutical products.Please check the amendment documents:RFQ_Section_II_RFQ/2026/61600_Schedule of requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev. 1RFQ_Section_III_RFQ/2026/61600_Returnable Bidding Forms_ Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment for Kharkiv oblast rev.1In the Documents section.Thank you.Procurement team.
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New clarification added: The Delivery place and Incoterms only mentioned "DAP, Kharkiv oblast, Ukraine", but no exact address.Please confirm who will be responsible for in country delivery from Kharkiv oblast to the destination?If the bidder will be responsible for in country delivery, please let me know the exact address of hospital./Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarification on your question.1. The Bidder is responsible for transportation, installation, commissioning, training, and all other supporting requirements as specified in Section C – Delivery Requirements and the Comparative Data Table of the Schedule of Requirements. Detailed information is provided in the Annexes 1 and 2 to the solicitation package.Please refer to the following documents:ANNEX 1 to RFQ/2026/61600 Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment for Kharkiv Oblast: Installation and After-Sales Services RequirementsANNEX 2 to RFQ/2026/61600 Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment for Kharkiv Oblast: Basic Assessment of Facility for MRI AssemblyRFQ Section II Schedule of Requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment for Kharkiv Oblast2. Delivery to Kharkiv city. Delivery address and consignee details will be provided to the successful Bidder(s)Thank you.Procurement Team
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New clarification added: Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.Clause 1.10.1.20 is removed. Clause 1.3.6, change to: 1.3.6. Internal diameter (bore) of the magnet: minimum 70 cm.Clause 1.3.8, change to: 1.3.8: Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 50 cm diameter.The revised documents will be uploaded accordingly.Thank you.Procurement Team.
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New clarification added: Part 3 of the request - Canon Medical distributor Inmed UkraineClause 1.8.3Current requirement:“SSD hard drive for image storage, with a capacity of at least 1 TB.”The difference between 1 TB and 960 GB reflects standard manufacturer capacity rounding (decimal vs binary measurement) rather than a meaningful clinical limitation. A 960 GB SSD provides practically equivalent storage capacity for MRI image data and does not affect system performance, workflow or archiving capabilities.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“SSD hard drive for image storage, with a capacity of at least 960 GB.”This change will not degrade the system's clinical and technical capabilities, but will significantly expand the range of potential participants in the tender.Clause 1.10.1.42 Current requirement:“DIXON technique: Two-point gradient echo for use with extended FOV, allowing submillimeter resolution.”The combination of extended FOV and mandatory submillimeter resolution reflects a highly specific technical configuration that may correspond to particular vendor implementations rather than a universal clinical requirement. The essential objective is reliable fat–water separation across the usable field of view. Specifying full FOV coverage preserves the clinical purpose while avoiding unnecessary restriction of competition.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“DIXON technique: Two-point gradient echo for use with full FOV”Clause 1.11.3.10Current requirement:“Black Blood type sequences for use in T1 contrast, which use a special saturation pulse type MSDE (Motion-Sensitized Driven-Equilibrium), for use (for example) in the diagnosis of vasculitis/culin vessels/etc.”The current wording specifies MSDE (Motion-Sensitized Driven-Equilibrium), which is a proprietary implementation associated with a particular manufacturer, notably Philips Healthineers. While MSDE is an established technique, other manufacturers provide alternative black-blood preparation methods (e.g., DANTE preparation, double inversion recovery, variable flip angle techniques, flow-suppression modules) that achieve comparable or, in some cases, superior vessel wall visualization and flow suppression. By mandating a specific pulse preparation method (MSDE), the requirement may unintentionally restrict competition by describing a vendor-specific technical implementation rather than the required clinical outcome.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“Black Blood type sequences with T1 contrast.”Clause 1.11.4.15Current requirement:“Dynamic (4D) Free-Breathing Acquisition Sequence”The current wording specifies a “4D” dynamic free-breathing acquisition sequence, which may correspond to a particular proprietary implementation rather than a universally defined technical standard. Several manufacturers provide high-quality free-breathing dynamic imaging solutions; however, not all describe or market them explicitly as “4D” sequences. The inclusion of “4D” as a mandatory specification may unintentionally restrict participation by favoring specific vendor terminology rather than defining the required clinical functionality.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“Free-Breathing Acquisition Sequence”Clause 1.11.4.17Current requirement:“Two-point Dixon gradient echo (GRE) technique, allowing use in extended FOV (at least 50 cm), and considering multiple fat peaks (at least 6)”The specification of “considering multiple fat peaks (at least 6)” reflects a particular vendor’s implementation of Dixon-based fat–water separation and do not represent a universally defined industry standard. Different manufacturers employ various modeling approaches for fat spectral complexity, including multi-peak fat modeling with differing numbers of peaks, advanced phase correction algorithms and robust field inhomogeneity compensation.While multi-peak fat modeling is a valuable technical approach, mandating a specific number of fat peaks may unintentionally restrict competition by referencing a proprietary implementation rather than defining required imaging performance.The core clinical objective should be robust and uniform fat suppression over an extended field of view (≥50 cm), suitable for body and whole-body imaging.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“Two-point Dixon gradient echo (GRE) technique, allowing use in extended FOV (at least 50 cm)”Clause 1.11.5.3 Current requirement:“4D (dynamic) angiographic acquisition that does not require the use of contrast media”4D non-contrast angiography represents an advanced, vendor-specific implementation rather than a universally standardized clinical feature. Core vascular imaging can be adequately performed using established non-contrast techniques such as TOF and phase-contrast MRA. Removing this requirement prevents unintended restriction of competition without reducing essential diagnostic capability.Proposal:Delete this requirement.Clause 1.11.5.14Current requirement:“Synchronization using VCG (vectorcardiogram)”Look at comments for subclause 1.4.2 of Clause 1.4 “Accessories required for quotation by bidders and included with every supplied unit”.Proposed revision:“Synchronization using VCG (vectorcardiogram) or ECG (electrocardiography)”ConclusionThe above proposed amendments are intended solely to ensure fair competition and alignment with standard industry specification formats. Importantly, none of the requested modifications reduce the diagnostic quality, safety, or clinical capabilities of the MRI system./Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.Clause 1.8.3, change to: 1.8.3: SSD hard drive for image storage, with a capacity of at least 960Clause 1.10.1.42, change to:1.10.1.42: DIXON technique: Two-point gradient echo for use with extended FOVClause 1.11.3.10, change to:1.11.3.10: Black Blood type sequences with T1 contrastClause 1.11.4.15, change to:1.11.4.15: Free-Breathing Acquisition SequenceClause 1.11.4.17, change to: 1.11.4.17: Two-point Dixon gradient echo (GRE) technique, allowing use in extended FOV (at least 50 cm)Claus 1.11.5.3, is removedClause 1.11.5.14, chang to: 1.11.5.14: Synchronization using VCG (vectorcardiogram) or ECG (electrocardiography).The revised documents will be uploaded accordingly.Thank you.Procurement Team.
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New clarification added: Part 2 of the request - Canon Medical distributor Inmed Ukraine Clause 1.7.1.3Current requirement:“One (1) coil for wrist studies with 8 or more elements.”Canon Medical provide high-performance wrist coils with 6 independent channels/elements rather than 8. A 6-channel dedicated wrist coil remains fully sufficient for high-resolution musculoskeletal imaging and routine clinical applications.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“One (1) coil for wrist studies with 6 or more elements.”This adjustment maintains clinical adequacy for wrist examinations and does not compromise diagnostic capability. Subclause 1.4.2 of Clause 1.4 “Gradient system”Current requirement:“Gradient system: 30 mT/m or higher (x, y, and z axes); minimum slew rate of 100 T/m/s. Alternatively, a slew rate of at least 78 T/m/s will be accepted, provided the gradient amplitude is at least 45 mT/m or higher (x, y, and z axes).”After careful technical review, we believe these thresholds are insufficient to ensure optimal clinical performance, particularly for cardiology (clauses 1.10.1.35 - 1.10.1.39 and 1.11.5.x), oncology (1.11.3.2-1.11.3.3 and 1.11.4.x) and pediatric (1.11.6.x) imaging applications, which will be the substantial part of the scan which are planned to be performed on this machine. According to hardware recommendations published by Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (link to articles: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8886348/), the minimum gradient performance for cardiac MRI is:· Gradient amplitude > 33 mT/m· Slew rate > 120 T/m/sOptimal performance is defined as:· Gradient amplitude ≥ 40 mT/m· Slew rate ≥ 200 T/m/sProposed revision:“Gradient system: 35 mT/m or higher (x, y, and z axes); minimum slew rate of 150 T/m/s (x, y, and z axes)” or at least:“Gradient system: 33 mT/m or higher (x, y, and z axes); minimum slew rate of 120 T/m/s (x, y, and z axes)”Technical justification:1. Cardiac ImagingCardiac MRI requires high temporal resolution, short TR/TE for SSFP cine imaging, reliable perfusion imaging and accurate phase-contrast flow measurements. Recognized minimum CMR hardware recommendations specify gradient amplitudes >33 mT/m and slew rates >120 T/m/s, with optimal systems reaching ≥40 mT/m and ≥200 T/m/s. These parameters are necessary to support core CMR sequences including:· Localizer· Cine imaging· Perfusion (including stress studies)· Late Gadolinium Enhancement (LGE)Optimal configurations further enable:· T1 and T2 mapping· Velocity-encoded cine (phase-contrast flow imaging)A slew rate of 100 T/m/s significantly limits achievable temporal resolution and increases susceptibility to banding artifacts and motion sensitivity. Modern cardiac protocols benefit from slew rates ≥150 T/m/s to maintain short TR and stable imaging, especially under stress conditions and in pediatric patients with high heart rates.2. Oncologic ImagingOncology protocols rely heavily on diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), including high b-value acquisitions. Low slew rate results in longer echo spacing and increased geometric distortion in EPI sequences, particularly in abdominal and pelvic imaging. Increasing the minimum slew rate to at least 120–150 T/m/s improves echo spacing, reduces distortion, and enhances lesion conspicuity. Adequate gradient amplitude (>33–35 mT/m) also supports shorter TE and improved signal-to-noise ratio, which are critical for accurate lesion detection, staging, and treatment monitoring.3. Pediatric ImagingPediatric examinations present additional challenges due to higher heart rates, smaller anatomical structures and motion sensitivity. Faster gradient switching enables shorter acquisition windows, improved temporal resolution and reduced motion artifacts. A higher slew rate directly contributes to more robust pediatric cardiac and body imaging while maintaining patient comfort and reducing examination time.4. Clinical Longevity and Future-ProofingMRI systems are long-term capital investments typically expected to serve for 8–12 years or more. Setting gradient specifications at minimal historical thresholds (30 mT/m and 100 T/m/s) risks limiting:· Quantitative T1 and T2 mapping· Velocity-encoded cine imaging· DWI and whole-body DWI· Advanced cardiac perfusion· Emerging cardiac and oncologic techniquesThe proposed specifications (≥35 mT/m and ≥150 T/m/s, or at minimum ≥33 mT/m and ≥120 T/m/s) align with established CMR minimum hardware recommendations and represent a balanced, widely achievable standard in contemporary clinical systems. Importantly, these values remain moderate, do not favor any single manufacturer, and ensure adequate performance headroom for modern cardiology, oncology, and pediatric workflows.Subclause 1.4.2 of Clause 1.4 “Accessories required for quotation by bidders and included with every supplied unit”Current requirement:“VCG (Vectorcardiogram) cardiac synchronization sensor and monitor.”Canon Medical MRI-systems utilize advanced ECG-based cardiac gating solutions that deliver reliable and clinically validated synchronization for cardiac MRI examinations.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“VCG (Vectorcardiogram) or ECG (electrocardiography) cardiac synchronization sensor and monitor.”This change maintains clinical functionality while preventing unnecessary exclusion of compliant systems./Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.Clause 1.7.1.3, change to: 1.7.1.3: 1 (one) coil for Wrist studies with 6 or more elements.Clause 1.4.2, change to: 1.4.2: Gradient system: 33 mT/m or higher (x, y, and z axes); minimum slew rate of 120 T/m/s. Clause 1.4. sub item 1.4.2, change to: 1.4.2: VCG (Vectorcardiogram) or ECG (electrocardiography) cardiac synchronization sensor and monitor.The revised documents will be uploaded accordingly.Thank you.Procurement Team.
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New clarification added: Part 1 of the request - Canon Medical distributor Inmed UkraineWe are writing on behalf of the official distributor of Canon Medical Systems Corporation (Japan) in Ukraine.Following a detailed review of the published technical specifications, we have concluded that several parameters appear to correspond closely to specific configurations of certain manufacturers, including Philips Healthineers (model Ingenia Ambition S) and potentially Siemens Healthineers (model Magnetom Flow.Ace).Canon Medical Systems Corporation is interested in participating in this tender; however, in its current form, the technical requirements contains clauses that may restrict fair competition by reflecting vendor-specific technical implementations.In addition, we note that certain core system parameters, particularly those related to the gradient system, are defined at relatively low technical thresholds. The currently specified gradient amplitude and slew rate represent minimal performance levels on today’s market and may limit the system’s capability for advanced cardiology, oncology, and pediatric imaging applications.The amendments proposed in our accompanying document are not discriminatory toward any manufacturer. On the contrary, they are designed to:· Ensure fair and open competition,· Align the technical requirements with contemporary clinical standards,· Improve long-term clinical value and system sustainability,· Broaden the pool of eligible participants. 1. Clarification of the requirement’s meaning Clause 1.10.1.20 Current requirement:“Accelerated acquisition system using intelligent algorithms to achieve acquisition time improvements.”The wording of this requirement is currently broad and does not specify which particular MRI technologies or program options are expected to comply. To ensure accurate compliance assessment and to avoid ambiguity during bid evaluation, we kindly request clarification regarding which specific MRI acceleration techniques are intended under this clause. 2. Requests to change the requirements General request to “Section II: Schedule of requirements”Where specific sequence names, pulse preparation methods, reconstruction algorithms or technical implementations are referenced within the technical requirements, these shall be interpreted as indicative examples of clinical functionality rather than mandatory proprietary solutions. Equivalent technologies, regardless of manufacturer-specific naming or implementation, shall be considered acceptable provided they achieve the same intended clinical purpose, diagnostic performance and image quality. The evaluation should focus on functional and clinical outcomes rather than vendor-specific terminology or patented methodologies, in order to ensure fair competition and compliance with public procurement principles. Clause 1.3.6Current requirement:“Internal diameter (bore) of the magnet: minimum 60 cm.”Proposed revision:“Internal diameter (bore) of the magnet: minimum 70 cm.”Technical Justification:As this MRI system will be performing a lot of pediatric imaging, bore diameter has particular importance not only for patient size accommodation, but also for safety, workflow and anesthesia management.1. Anesthesia and Monitoring RequirementsA significant proportion of pediatric MRI examinations require sedation or general anesthesia. A 70 cm bore provides improved access for anesthesiology staff, safer routing of ventilation circuits and monitoring cables, and more working space for emergency intervention if required. This is a critical safety consideration in pediatric practice.2. Parental Presence and Patient ComfortIn pediatric imaging, parental proximity is often necessary to reduce anxiety and motion in non-sedated children. A wider bore improves the child’s perception of space, reduces claustrophobic reactions, and facilitates smoother exam preparation. Reduced anxiety directly improves image quality by minimizing motion artifacts.3. Adolescent and Bariatric Pediatric PatientsA pediatric center does not exclusively serve small children. Adolescent patients, including those with obesity, may present adult body habitus. A 60 cm bore can become restrictive in such cases, limiting positioning flexibility and potentially requiring referral. A 70 cm bore ensures inclusivity across the full pediatric age range.4. Positioning Flexibility for Specialized Pediatric StudiesPediatric imaging frequently requires non-standard positioning and dedicated immobilization devices. A wider bore facilitates correct positioning while maintaining coil geometry and image quality.5. Emergency Access and SafetyIn sedated or critically ill pediatric patients, rapid access to the patient is essential. A 70 cm bore provides improved ergonomic conditions for urgent intervention compared to a 60 cm configuration.6. Long-Term Institutional PlanningMRI systems represent long-term capital investments. Specifying a 70 cm bore aligns the system with contemporary pediatric tertiary-center standards and ensures suitability for evolving clinical demands over the next decade. Clause 1.3.8Current requirement:“Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50 × 50 × 45 cm.”Canon Medical do not specify magnet homogeneity using a volume of 50 × 50 × 45 cm. As a result, direct compliance reporting in the requested format may not be available, despite equivalent or superior magnet performance. For example, our systems homogeneity specified, as 1.61 ppm V-RMS or less within a sphere with 50 cm diameter, represents a clinically robust and widely accepted standard.To ensure equal participation opportunities while maintaining diagnostic quality, we respectfully request that the requirement be revised as follows:Proposed revision:“Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50 × 50 × 45 cm or in a sphere with 50 cm diameter.”This modification does not reduce performance expectations and reflects common international specification practices./Dear Bidder,Thank you for the interest in the tender. Please find below the clarifications on your questions.Clause 1.10.1.20 is removed from technical requiements.Clause 1.3.6, change to: 1.3.6. Internal diameter (bore) of the magnet: minimum 60 70 cm.Clause 1.3.8, change to: 1.3.8: Magnet homogeneity must be 3.3 ppm V-RMS or less, in a volume of 50x50x45cm or in a sphere with 50 cm diameter.The revised documents will be uploaded accordingly.Thank you.Procurement Team.
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New clarification added: Dear Procurement Team,Please clarify whether the future subcontractor, UNOPS, is solely responsible for equipment delivery or has additional responsibilities./Dear Bidder,Thank you for your interest in the tender. Please find below the clarification on your question.The Bidder is responsible for transportation, installation, commissioning, training, and all other supporting requirements as specified in Section C – Delivery Requirements and the Comparative Data Table of the Schedule of Requirements. Detailed information is provided in the Annexes 1 and 2 to the solicitation package.Please refer to the following documents:ANNEX 1 to RFQ/2026/61600 Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment for Kharkiv Oblast: Installation and After-Sales Services RequirementsANNEX 2 to RFQ/2026/61600 Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment for Kharkiv Oblast: Basic Assessment of Facility for MRI AssemblyRFQ Section II Schedule of Requirements Provision of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment for Kharkiv OblastThank you.Procurement Team
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