Polish hospital uses PPI to improve patient comfort
The County Hospital in Sucha Beskidzka (Poland), a partner in the EcoQUIP project, is using PPI as a means to enhance the comfort of their patients. Each summer the temperature in patients’ rooms becomes swelteringly high, which has implications on both the quality of patients’ care and the medical equipment in the room. The hospital recently released details of its intention to conduct a technical dialogue procedure.
Previously trialled measures (such as installing air conditioning units) proved either ineffective, or costly and unsustainable. To remedy this, the hospital will carry out a market inquiry to find a solution that is cost-effective and low-carbon, does not interfere with medical technology, that will facilitate patient recovery and enhance performance of medical staff, while delivering thermal comfort for all occupants of the hospital.
The market engagement scheme is being launched ahead of the commencement of the formal procurement procedure. The scheme will consist of market sounding, in which relevant bodies will be asked to register their interest through completing a short questionnaire, and an informative market consultation workshop and networking event. The EcoQUIP project aims to deliver efficiency, quality and sustainability in healthcare through the use of innovative procurement.
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