St. Claire Pneumatic Tube System Purchase

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Background The University of Kentucky's St. Claire seeks proposals from qualified manufacturers and integrators of Healthcare Pneumatic Tube Systems to design, furnish, install, integrate, commission, and support a new or upgraded pneumatic tube system within their hospital facilities. The goal is to enhance efficiency, reliability, and speed of transport for lab samples, medications, and documents, ultimately improving patient care. The contractor will be responsible for removing the existing system and installing the new one with minimal disruption to hospital operations. Work Details The contractor must provide a comprehensive solution that includes: - System design and engineering - Control hardware, stations, tubing, diverters, blowers - Installation and integration with existing infrastructure - Software platform (Nexus) and system controls - Commissioning, testing, and staff training - Warranty and ongoing maintenance service - Optional enhancements like RFID security features. The contractor must ensure the system supports high-volume transport of clinical items such as medications and specimens while reducing manual courier workload. Period of Performance The contract is expected to commence upon issuance of a Notice to Proceed by the Owner. The proposal due date is set for 02/13/2026. Place of Performance The work will be performed at the University of Kentucky St. Claire hospital facilities located in Lexington, Kentucky. Bidder Requirements Offerors must have prior experience with similar projects in hospitals. They must provide evidence of qualifications including experience with pneumatic tube systems, ability to provide Nexus-based control systems, capacity for 24/7 technical support, and ability to deliver preventative maintenance agreements. Offerors must also comply with Kentucky laws regarding business registration and taxation.