Germany – Devices for the disabled – Aufruf zum Innovationswettbewerb für Hilfsmittel aus dem Bereich der Orthopädietechnik

This is an innovation competition (Ideenwettbewerb) initiated by Techniker Krankenkasse (TK) and BARMER, targeting orthopedic technology aids (bandages, compression therapy, orthoses, prostheses). It is not a traditional procurement but a call for ideas on care processes, digitalization/AI, workforce shortages/rural care, sustainability (reuse/refurbishment), and billing procedures. Ideas can be submitted informally via email until 31 August 2026; the deadline is not binding. No estimated value, award criteria, or formal eligibility requirements are specified. The notice is a PIN-CFC (Prior Information Notice – Competition for Creativity) under EU Directive 2014/24, indicating a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for supplies. The document is available at www.tk.de. Analysis is based on structured data and the TED XML notice only.