Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure Diabetic Sip Feed for adults to meet the nutritional needs of patients with diabetes at Port Shepstone Hospital. The procurement aims to ensure the supply of a suitable, high-quality, ready-to-drink nutritional product that complies with specified standards and specifications.

Scope

The scope of the tender includes:

• Supply and delivery of 360 units of diabetic sip feed for adults.
• Product specifications as detailed in the annexure, including size, nutritional content, packaging, and labeling requirements.
• Delivery to Port Shepstone Hospital, SCM Department, No. 7 Bazley Street, during office hours (07:30 - 15:00), excluding weekends and public holidays.
• Compliance with relevant standards and certification requirements.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the diabetic sip feed include:

• Suitable for adult patients with diabetes.
• Contains 1.5 kcal per 100ml and is high in protein.
• Ready-to-drink formulation.
• Container size: 200ml.
• Includes batch number, manufacturing and expiry date, manufacturer details, recommended dietary allowance, ingredients, and allergens on the label.
• Shelf life must be specified; products must meet SABS/SANS standards or equivalent certification.

Skills and Competency Requirements

Bidder must demonstrate:

• Ability to supply and deliver the specified quantity within the stipulated delivery period.
• Provision of valid certification proving product compliance with relevant standards (e.g., SABS/SANS).
• Experience in supplying medical or nutritional products to healthcare facilities.
• Capacity to provide technical documentation, including product datasheets and certification.
• Compliance with administrative and legal requirements, including proper registration, tax clearance, and disclosure obligations.
• Ability to provide samples for evaluation if requested, and to meet quality standards during inspection and testing processes.