Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure services for the removal and recycling of cardboard and white paper at RK Khan Hospital for a period of 24 months. The initiative aims to generate income for the hospital through the collection and recycling of specified waste materials, ensuring proper disposal and environmental management.

Scope

The scope encompasses the provision of waste collection services, including:

• Removal and recycling of cardboard and white paper from designated hospital departments.
• Payment based on weight of materials collected, with weight slips submitted to the revenue department.
• Provision of own vehicles and weighing scales to ensure timely collection and accurate measurement.
• Maintenance of cleanliness in storage areas and provision of receptacles for white paper collection.
• Responsible disposal of old patient files with appropriate certification.

The service period is for 24 months, with a once-off contract period, and all activities must comply with specified standards and regulations.

Technical Requirements

• Service provider must have their own collection vehicles and onsite weighing scales.
• Maintain a clean cardboard storage area at all times.
• Provide suitable boxes or receptacles for white paper collection in designated departments.
• Ensure timely collection of waste materials as per agreed schedules.
• Provide disposal certificates for old patient files when removed.
• Compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards as specified in the specifications template.
• Adherence to the specified service quality, including payment per kilogram of waste collected.

Skills Requirements

• Proven experience in waste collection and recycling services, preferably within healthcare or similar institutions.
• Own transportation and weighing equipment to ensure accurate measurement and timely collection.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and proper handling of waste materials.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to waste management.
• Capacity to provide documentation such as weight slips and disposal certificates.
• Competence in adhering to contractual and regulatory standards, including BBBEE certification and SANAS accreditation.