Objectives

The primary objective of this quotation is to procure and deliver essential mobility aids to support patient care, rehabilitation, and accessibility at the KwaMashu Community Health Centre within the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health.

Scope

This is a once-off supply contract covering the delivery of standard wooden mobility devices to the designated health facility. The scope includes:

• Walking Sticks: 500 pairs of wooden walking sticks (41-inch U-shape).
• Crutches: 100 pairs of small wooden crutches (dimensions: 106 x 34 x 26 cm).
• Packaging & Delivery: Items must be packaged appropriately (50 units per box for walking sticks, 20 units per box for crutches) and delivered directly to the KwaMashu Community Health Centre.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must ensure all supplied goods strictly adhere to the following specifications and conditions:

• Product Specifications: Goods must be new, unused, and manufactured from wood. Walking sticks must be 41 inches with a U-shape design. Small crutches must measure 106 x 34 x 26 cm.
• Quality & Standards: All items must comply with relevant South African National Standards (SANS/SABS) where applicable. Expired, second-hand, or damaged goods are strictly prohibited.
• Warranty: Suppliers warrant that goods are free from defects in design, material, and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months after delivery and acceptance, or eighteen (18) months from shipment, whichever occurs first.
• Compliance Documentation: Bidders must submit fully completed official quotation forms, including the Bidder Disclosure form (SBD4) regarding conflicts of interest, and the Preference Points Claim Form (SBD6.1).
• Delivery & Validity: Quotations remain valid for ninety (90) days. Delivery periods must be clearly stated, and all delivery costs must be included in the quoted price.

Skills Requirements

No specialized technical or professional skills are required for this procurement. Bidders must demonstrate standard commercial capabilities, including:

• Proven ability to source, manufacture, or distribute standard medical mobility aids.
• Competent logistics and supply chain management to ensure timely delivery to the specified location.
• Administrative capacity to complete mandatory government procurement forms accurately and submit quotations before the closing deadline.

Key Procurement Terms & Clarifications

The following standard South African public procurement terms apply and should be noted:

• 80/20 Preference Point System: Evaluation uses an 80-point price criterion and a 20-point specific goal criterion. The 20 points are allocated to promote enterprises located in the Ethekwini Region.
• Central Suppliers Database (CSD) & Tax Compliance: Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury’s CSD and hold a valid Tax Clearance PIN. Non-compliance results in automatic disqualification.
• Performance Security & Penalties: Successful bidders may be required to provide performance security. Delays in delivery incur financial penalties calculated at the current prime interest rate per day of delay.