Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure and supply heavy-duty call centre chairs and office chairs, including control centre chairs and visitor chairs, to meet the ergonomic and operational needs of the Ungungundlovu District Office under the Department of Health in KwaZulu-Natal. The initiative aims to enhance the comfort, safety, and efficiency of staff working in control rooms and office environments, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply, delivery, and installation of:

• Heavy-duty control centre chairs suitable for 24-hour use, designed to support larger frames with ergonomic features and a minimum 5-year warranty.
• Stackable visitor chairs with steel frames, upholstered foam fabric seats and backs, suitable for stacking and reinforced for strength, with a 12-month guarantee.

The procurement covers the specified quantities, quality standards, and delivery to the designated location at EMS c/o Greys Hospital, Pietermaritzburg. The contract is a once-off delivery, with the possibility of evaluation based on technical compliance, capacity to deliver, and price.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the chairs include, but are not limited to:

Control Centre Chairs

• Heavy-duty high-back office chairs designed for 24-hour operation.
• Dimensions: Seat width and back width of at least 60cm, back height up to 70cm, gas height adjustment from 720mm to 750mm.
• Base: Minimum 700mm five-star chrome or aluminium base with twin-wheeled castors (minimum 70mm).
• Features: Tilt mechanism with locking, tilt tension adjustment, class 4 or higher gas lift, moulded high and wide back shell, built-in headrest, lumbar support, reflex foam padding, upholstered in durable black bonded leather or equivalent.
• Weight capacity: Support for over 180kg.
• Delivery: Fully assembled, not boxed, with a minimum 5-year warranty on workmanship and components.

Visitor Stacking Chairs

• Steel frame with epoxy black finish, no armrests, upholstered foam fabric back and seat.
• Stackable with reinforced legs for strength.
• Guarantee: 12 months.
• Note: Fully assembled, not flat-packed.

Summary

The tender specifies the need for durable, ergonomic, and compliant chairs suitable for high-demand environments, with emphasis on quality, safety, and manufacturer support. The scope also includes adherence to procurement policies, submission of relevant documentation, and timely delivery to the specified location.