It is not uncommon for procurement managers and buyers to become so focused on the large capital equipment items for their purchasing orders, that they overlook important supportive pieces that are required to make them functional. These pieces may include consumables and accessory items that will ensure the operational readiness of the large capital items.
When buying products for a non-acute vs. an acute care facility you are, no doubt, well aware that the cost to acquire and implement capital equipment goes far beyond the purchase price. Although there may be little or no difference in the product pricing per se, there may be a substantial difference in the delivery costs involved.
Non-acute sites can often access the same products and pricing through a GPO contract due to their affiliation with an acute-care (in-patient) facility. However, even though the product purchasing and pricing may be the same, the delivery and installation costs may be quite a different matter.
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When engaging in a major expansion, remodeling, or a new construction project for your medical facility there are many things that need to be considered.
Not only is it important to determine where this project should be located and how it should be configured, but also who is going to develop the plans and do the construction.
It's always a good thing to do your due diligence to assure that the company you choose is the right one for the job. The same is true when determining what equipment items need to be included in outfitting and furnishing this new space.
You need to not only identify the types of equipment needed, but also who is best prepared to procure and deliver that equipment when, and where, it is needed in optimal operating condition.
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