Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)

Overview Bayside Health Alfred Care Group is seeking information from suppliers regarding Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) equipment, associated consumables, maintenance services, and future technology developments. About Bayside Health was formed through the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service, and Peninsula Health in January 2026. Bayside Health brings together the combined expertise of the five health services to deliver high-quality care at every stage of life. With more than 15 major sites and a range of clinics, the organisation provides care that welcomes newborns, supports older people, and cares for the important stages in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff deliver care through shared expertise, genuine compassion, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The boards of each health service held a shared vision to improve health outcomes for their communities, increase access to care, and create a more connected healthcare experience. They chose independently to merge to make this a reality for people living in the State's south. To ensure that local needs were met and voices heard, the new health service established three separate care groups: Alfred Care Group Peninsula Care Group Regional Care Group Purpose The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to better understand the current ECMO market, available technologies, commercial models, supplier capabilities, service support arrangements, and future innovation pathways. Information obtained through this process will assist Alfred Care Group in determining future procurement strategies and requirements. This RFI is a market sounding exercise only and does not constitute a commitment to commence any procurement process or enter into any contract. Information Requested Suppliers are requested to provide information regarding: ECMO equipment Associated consumables Maintenance services Future technology developments Commercial models Supplier capabilities Service support arrangements Future innovation pathways