Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a suitable service provider for the supply and delivery of packaged dignity/hygiene packs aimed at supporting outreach programs, specifically targeting displaced persons and homeless individuals. The initiative seeks to improve personal hygiene, reduce stigma, and enhance opportunities for registration in skills development and employability for homeless persons. The procurement is a one-time activity with a focus on addressing homelessness through personal care items.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply, packaging, delivery, and offloading of hygiene packs to designated locations, notably the 3 Kotze Street Shelter. The hygiene packs include items such as facecloths, toothbrushes, shampoo, toothpaste, sanitary pads, roll-on deodorant, Vaseline, bath soap, razors, hair clippers, nail cutters, and other personal care products. The procurement is strictly a once-off exercise, with specified quantities for each item as detailed in the specifications.

Key scope elements include:

• Provision of packaged dignity/hygiene items as per the specified list.
• Delivery to the designated shelter at 3 Kotze Street.
• Offloading and proper handling of the hygiene packs upon delivery.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements specify the exact items, quantities, and packaging standards for the dignity packs:

• Facecloths: 30 cm x 30 cm, 1000 units
• Toothbrushes: Standard manual, 1000 units
• Shampoo/Conditioner: 30 ml sachets, 1000 units
• Toothpaste: 50 ml, 1000 units
• Sanitary pads: Disposable, 500 units
• Roll-on deodorant: 40 ml, 1000 units
• Vaseline petroleum jelly: 100 ml, 1000 units
• Bath soap: 150 ml, 1000 units
• Razors: Twin blade disposable, 1000 units
• Hair clippers: Standard, 50 units
• Nail cutters: Standard, 50 units

Items must be supplied, packaged, delivered, and offloaded at the specified site, adhering to quality and safety standards.

Skills Requirements

The tender emphasizes the following skills and compliance requirements for bidders:

• Proven ability to supply and deliver personal care items as per specifications.
• Experience in handling and packaging hygiene products suitable for outreach and homeless support programs.
• Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations, including submission of relevant certificates and adherence to safety standards.
• Registration on the City of Johannesburg supplier database and E-Vendor portal.
• Provision of valid tax clearance or SARS PIN.
• Ability to meet delivery deadlines and handle logistics efficiently.
• Capability to provide all required documentation, including declarations, affidavits, and certificates, signed and compliant with tender conditions.

Overall, bidders must demonstrate technical competence, compliance with legal and safety standards, and capacity to deliver quality hygiene packs within the stipulated timeframe.