Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a Commercial Nasal Tamponade Device with balloon, designed for rapid control of intra-nasal bleeding and enhanced patient comfort. The device must meet specified standards and specifications to ensure effectiveness, safety, and ease of use in a clinical setting.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply of the nasal tamponade device to the General Justice Gizenga Mpanza Regional Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The procurement includes providing the device along with necessary accessories such as inflation syringes, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards (SABS/CE). The contract is a once-off purchase, with the possibility of providing samples and supporting documentation as required.

Technical Requirements

• Designed for fast control of intra-nasal bleeding and patient comfort.
• Bevelled posterior tip with soft silicone construction.
• Two silicone balloons filled independently to facilitate pressure control in both anterior and posterior chambers.
• Constructed from 100% soft medical-grade silicone.
• Includes an integral airway to allow nasal breathing.
• Prevents adhesion for easy removal.
• Supplied sterile with inflation syringe.
• Complies with standards: SABS/CE.
• Unit of measure: per individual unit.
• Samples may be required for evaluation and testing.

Skills Requirements

Potential suppliers must demonstrate:

• Compliance with technical specifications and standards (SABS/CE).
• Ability to provide samples and supporting documentation such as BBBEE certificates, SARS tax clearance, and proof of CSD registration.
• Experience in manufacturing or distributing medical devices, specifically nasal tamponade devices.
• Knowledge of procurement procedures and adherence to South African government procurement policies.
• Capacity to deliver within the specified timeframe and ensure quality standards are met.