Introduction
Today, Sport & Health is an essential pillar of prevention and rehabilitation in the medical environment. By promoting mobility, muscle strengthening and psychological well-being, it contributes directly to improving patients’ quality of life. Faced with this challenge, healthcare establishments are looking for partners who are reliable, innovative and, above all, deeply committed to helping vulnerable populations.
It is against this backdrop thatHerkules, with its proximity to and understanding of the needs of the elderly, sick and disabled, is proud to announce its appointment as an official supplier to RESAH. This platform, which brings together almost 3,500 clinics, hospitals and medico-social structures, facilitates calls for tender and optimizes purchasing. Thanks to our expertise in equipment dedicated to Sport Santé, our attentive listening and our tailor-made support, we have been able to meet RESAH’s strict requirements in terms of quality, durability and safety.
In this article, you will discover :
- RESAH’s key role in medical supply management;
- the criteria that enabled Herkules to stand out in this tender;
- the many benefits of Sport Santé for people who are ill, elderly or disabled, and our local approach to supporting each facility.
Who is RESAH?
RESAH (Réseau des Acheteurs Hospitaliers) is the central purchasing and services group dedicated to players in the healthcare sector, whether public or private not-for-profit. Its main mission is to :
- Optimize the performance of the purchasing and logistics function, by pooling volumes and negotiating advantageous conditions for member establishments.
- Promote responsible purchasing via its “Organizational Social Responsibility” service package, RFAR-labeled since 2021, to guarantee ethical and sustainable partnerships.
- Digitize and professionalize the purchasing function with IT tools and a resource and expertise center offering training, publications, consultancy support and networking.
- Support innovation, by detecting and disseminating new solutions in the healthcare sector, particularly on a European scale.
Coverage and key figures
- Nearly 3,500 member structures: hospitals, clinics, EHPAD, rehabilitation centers, homecare services, SDIS, local authorities, etc.
- Over 1.5 billion euros of annual purchases centralized to guarantee volume and traceability.
Main services of the RESAH platform :
- Central purchasing
- Negotiated contracts and dynamic consultations adapted to the healthcare, medico-social and social sectors.
- Real-time tracking of orders, deliveries and performance indicators.
- Resource and expertise center
- Training courses for purchasing and logistics professionals.
- Publications, benchmarkings and study groups to share best practices.
- Consulting support for digitalization and purchasing responsibility projects.
- Events & news
- Webinars, trade shows (e.g. Santéxpo), workshops and replays to keep abreast of developments in the sector.
- Online journal achat-logistique.info, edited by specialist journalists.
Thanks to this global approach, RESAH offers its members a one-stop shop to effectively manage their purchasing, guarantee regulatory compliance and encourage the emergence of innovative solutions to support the care and well-being of older people.
Context of the RESAH call for tenders in Sport Santé
RESAH objectives
RESAH’s main aim is to harmonize and standardize medical equipment purchasing on a national scale. By pooling order volumes among its 3,500 members, the purchasing group is able to negotiate particularly advantageous rates, enabling significant economies of scale. At the same time, RESAH guarantees the quality and regulatory compliance of its products (ISO standards, CE marking, etc.), giving facilities the certainty of acquiring safe, reliable equipment. Finally, true to its CSR commitment, RESAH encourages the integration of responsible and innovative solutions, by supporting suppliers who demonstrate an eco-responsible and socially responsible approach.
Challenges for medical facilities
RESAH’s call for tenders represents a strategic opportunity for clinics, hospitals and medico-social facilities:
- Cost reduction and budget control
Thanks to collectively negotiated rates, facilities benefit from substantial discounts on their medical equipment purchases, easing financial pressure and enabling resources to be reallocated to other key areas (personnel, research, etc.). - Secure supplies and delivery times
The central purchasing group ensures that delivery commitments are met, thus limiting the risk of stock-outs. Contracts often include guaranteed delivery times, essential for continuity of care. - Access to high-quality services
In addition to the equipment, facilities can subscribe to maintenance, team training and technical support services. This integrated service offering enhances equipment performance and service life. - Enhanced traceability and transparency
The RESAH platform provides tools for tracking orders, deliveries and performance indicators. Purchasing histories are centralized, simplifying internal and external audits, and ensuring better governance.
Tender selection process
RESAH follows a rigorous process for each call for tenders, even when only one supplier is designated for a specific lot:
- Publication of specifications
All technical, financial and CSR details relating to the “sports equipment” lot have been published on the RESAH platform, enabling each candidate to familiarize themselves with the requirements before submitting their application. - Receipt and analysis of applications
The purchasing committee examined the applications received, assessing the quality of references, regulatory compliance and logistical capacity of each bidder. - Multidimensional scoring
Candidates were scored according to :- Technical criteria: robustness, compliance with standards (ISO/CE), proposed innovations
- Financial criteria: competitive pricing and payment terms
- CSR criteria: environmental and social commitment
- Award of the “sports equipment” single lot
After deliberation, a single supplier was selected to supply sports equipment to all 3,500 member establishments: Herkules Fitness. - Official announcement
The result has been communicated via the RESAH platform, and Herkules Fitness is now the exclusive supplier for this batch, ready to deploy its solutions to all member structures.
Evaluation criteria
To select Herkules Fitness as the sole winner of the “sports equipment” package, RESAH applied stringent evaluation criteria:
- Compliance with standards and certifications
The proposed equipment had to comply with European (CE marking) and international (ISO) standards applicable to devices used in medical and rehabilitation environments. - Value for money
The analysis focused on the overall cost of solutions (purchase, installation, maintenance) in relation to equipment performance and durability. - References and feedback
Herkules Fitness was able to present concrete examples of successful installations in hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, as well as positive testimonials from medical managers. - Logistical capabilities and after-sales service
The responsiveness of the supply chain, territorial coverage for installation and maintenance operations, and the quality of technical support were decisive factors. - CSR commitment and environmental impact
RESAH recognizes suppliers who integrate an eco-responsible approach (choice of sustainable materials, reduced packaging, waste management) and social actions (professional integration, training).
Herkules, new official RESAH supplier
Introducing Herkules and the Sport Santé Sénior/PMR range
Herkules is a Polish company specializing in the design and manufacture of outdoor fitness equipment. Established in France five years ago, we quickly made a name for ourselves thanks to the robustness and quality of our equipment. In addition to our outdoor range, we offer a Sport Santé Sénior/PMR range designed to meet the specific needs of frail populations:
- Sport Santé Sénior Sport Santé Sénior: equipment designed to work on everyday movements (getting up, bending over, sitting down), improve joint flexibility and strengthen the balance of the elderly, with simplified settings and reinforced safety features.
- Sport Santé PMR Sport Santé PMR: accessible solutions for people with reduced mobility, including wheelchair-accessible equipment, assisted transfer systems and functional strengthening programs, for safe, personalized training.
This proximity to the field enables us to continuously gather feedback from our users, whether elderly, ill or disabled, and to adjust our Sport Santé Sénior/PMR range according to real needs.
Key success factors for the Sport Santé call for tenders
Our selection as sole supplier of the “sports equipment” package by RESAH is based on :
- Perfect alignment with RESAH criteria: quality of materials, competitive pricing, CSR policy and robust logistics.
- Solid references: a dozen successful installations in hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, with extremely positive feedback.
- Adaptability: flexible deadlines, customized equipment and support throughout the product life cycle.
Commitment to quality and local service
To ensure optimal implementation, we offer :
- Audit and consulting: space assessment, layout recommendations and usage simulations.
- Installation: performed by our certified technicians.
- After-sales support and maintenance: reactive interventions, preventive maintenance contracts and centralized management of spare parts.
Testimonials and concrete partnerships in Sport Santé
- “Thanks to the Herkules equipment installed at EHPAD Dronsart, our residents have considerably improved their balance and regained greater autonomy in everyday movements.” – Director, EHPAD Dronsart
- “At the Maison de Prévention de Santé, Sport Santé PMR equipment has transformed our rehabilitation sessions: wheelchair-bound patients participate fully in the exercises, with rapid and lasting progress.” – Head of activities at the Maison de Prévention de Santé
Sport and health: benefits for vulnerable groups
The Sport Santé concept aims to adapt physical activity to the needs and abilities of each individual, focusing on rehabilitation, maintaining autonomy and overall well-being. For vulnerable populations – the sick, elderly or disabled – dedicated programs and equipment play a crucial role, both physically and psychologically.
5.1 Sick people
For patients in convalescence or suffering from chronic pathologies (cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic), Sport Santé enables :
- Functional rehabilitation: targeted exercises help to restore joint amplitude and muscle strength lost during hospitalization.
- Improved cardiovascular capacity: sessions of moderate, progressive effort strengthen the heart and lungs, reducing fatigue and shortness of breath.
- Mental well-being: physical activity releases endorphins, helping to reduce the anxiety and depression often associated with illness.
5.2 Seniors
As we age, bone density decreases, muscle mass is lost and the risk of falls increases:
- Preserving independence: by working on trunk and lower limb strength, we improve the ability to perform everyday tasks (getting up, sitting down, climbing stairs).
- Improving balance: proprioception and coordination exercises reduce the risk of falls and their consequences (fractures, loss of confidence).
- Flexibility and mobility: gentle stretching and joint movements preserve amplitude and reduce stiffness.
5.3 People with disabilities
Whether the disability is motor, sensory or cognitive, Sport Santé encourages inclusion:
- Accessible facilities: equipment designed for easy wheelchair access and transfer aids.
- Personalized functional strengthening: programs tailored to mobility levels and objectives (independence, endurance, toning up).
- Social impact: collective practice encourages exchanges, mutual support and the fight against isolation.
The Herkules proximity approach to health sports
At Herkules, we’re firmly rooted in the Sport & Health market, which is why we’re constantly listening to users’ real needs and adapting our offering quickly.
Listening directly to users
Our representatives in the field, located throughout France, regularly gather feedback from the elderly, rehabilitation patients and disabled users. We identify precisely :
- Usage constraints (ease of access, safety, handling)
- Expectations in terms of comfort, strength and functionality
- Potential barriers to use (space, signage, autonomy)
Continuous adjustment of our offer
The information we collect enables us to quickly adjust our Senior Health Sport/PMR equipment:
- Choice and combination of materials for comfort and durability
- Simplified or reinforced settings according to user profile
- Modular facilities to suit different spaces and needs
Each new version of our equipment incorporates this feedback to optimize the safety and effectiveness of physical activity programs.
Dedicated and responsive support
To ensure a seamless experience, we provide you with :
- A single point of contact to manage your requests and track the progress of your project
- A specialized Sport & Health hotline, available to answer any questions you may have about our products and services.
- A responsive technical team, ready to intervene on site or remotely for any maintenance or adjustment.
Conclusion and call to action in Sport Santé
Today, Sport & Health is an essential lever for improving the quality of life and autonomy of patients in medical environments. By winning the RESAH tender, Herkules is confirming its expertise and commitment to vulnerable groups (the elderly, the sick, PRMs), by offering reliable, innovative solutions perfectly adapted to their needs.
Would you like to equip your establishment with our Sport Santé Sénior/PMR range and benefit from negotiated rates via RESAH?
- Contact us now to discuss your project and identify the most appropriate equipment.
- Ask for a personal quotation via your Herkules contact.
