Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to solicit quotations for the supply of sutures, specifically CV microporous non-absorbable monofilament sutures with various needle sizes, for use at Grey’s Hospital. The process aims to ensure procurement of quality sutures that meet specified standards, promote local enterprise participation, and adhere to departmental procurement policies.

Scope

The scope encompasses the procurement of different types and sizes of microporous non-absorbable monofilament sutures, including CV 2, CV 3, CV 4, CV 5, CV 6, CV 7, and CV 8, with specific needle configurations and lengths. The procurement is limited to quotations up to R1,000,000, covering the supply, delivery, and associated costs for the specified sutures to Grey’s Hospital in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the sutures include:

• Type: Microporous non-absorbable monofilament sutures
• Material: Non-absorbable, microporous
• Sterility: Sterile, with appropriate packaging (12 units per box)
• Needle types and sizes:
  • CV 2: Needle size 36mm, length 91cm, taper point
  • CV 3: Needle size 26mm, length 91cm, taper point
  • CV 4: Needle size 18mm, length 91cm, taper point
  • CV 5: Needle size 9mm, length 76cm, taper point
  • CV 6: Needle size 9mm, length 76cm, taper point
  • CV 7: Needle size 13mm, length 75cm, taper point
  • CV 8: Needle size 13mm, length 76cm, taper point, Gore-Tex

All sutures must conform to the specified standards, be sterile, and supplied with appropriate documentation. The supplier must also provide samples for evaluation and ensure compliance with the attached specifications.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Technical capability to supply high-quality microporous non-absorbable sutures that meet medical standards
• Experience in supplying surgical sutures, preferably to healthcare institutions
• Compliance with regulatory requirements, including valid licenses issued by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA)
• Ability to provide samples for testing and evaluation
• Capacity to deliver within the specified timeframe and adhere to quality standards
• Knowledge of procurement policies, including preferential procurement regulations and local enterprise participation