Tender Summary: Pink and Blue Gowns

Objectives

To procure high-quality, compliant dressing gowns for clinical and patient use at St Andrews Hospital. The tender aims to secure a reliable, once-off supply that meets strict material and construction standards while adhering to provincial procurement policies and socio-economic transformation targets.

Scope

• Item: Pink and Blue Dressing Gowns
• Quantity: 150 units total (100 Extra Large Rose Pink, 50 Extra Large Blue)
• Delivery Location: St Andrews Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal
• Contract Duration: Once-off supply
• Validity Period: 60 days
• Condition: Goods must be new, unused, and valid for a minimum of six months upon delivery

Technical Requirements

Bidders must supply garments that strictly conform to the attached specification sheet. Key technical parameters include:

• Material: Terry toweling fabric complying with SABS 1401 Part I and V Type T36 standards (minimum 200gsm).
• Design & Construction: Double-breasted, collarless style with a one-piece back, unlined body, and self-material belt secured at the waistline. Seams must be safely stitched overlock, with front edges swell-stitched 1cm from the edge.
• Features: Single right-side patch pocket (20.5cm × 18cm) with reinforced machining, centre-back hanger (1.25cm × 10cm), and fast-dye size tab at the neck. Garments must be marked with “SAH” on the back.
• Finishing: Sleeves and bottom edges hemmed at 2.5cm and 3cm respectively. Spun polyester M80 thread required. Cut, make, and finish must be neat and clean.
• Measurements (Extra Large): Bust 111.5cm, back length 122cm, full sleeve length 84cm, belt length 178cm.

Skills & Supplier Capabilities

As this is a goods supply tender, skills requirements focus on operational and compliance capabilities rather than professional services:

• Proven manufacturing or supply chain capacity for medical/hospital-grade apparel
• Quality assurance systems capable of meeting SANS textile standards and precise measurement tolerances
• Logistical capability to deliver within the bidder-stated timeframe to the designated hospital site
• Financial and administrative competence to manage contract execution, invoicing, and warranty obligations
• Compliance with mandatory regulatory registrations (Central Supplier Database, SARS Tax Clearance) and B-BBEE verification documentation

Key Terms & Clarifications

• SABS 1401 Part I & V Type T36: South African national standard specifying quality, absorbency, shrinkage, and weight requirements for terry towelling fabrics used in textiles.
• CKS 129-23 C: Official colour reference code ensuring exact shade matching for the pink variant.
• 80/20 Preference System: Evaluation framework allocating 80 points to competitive pricing and 20 points to socio-economic goals (specifically companies at least 51% owned by Black people).
• GCC/SCC/SBD: Standard government contractual, special condition, and bid declaration forms governing legal obligations, penalties, dispute resolution, and anti-collusion compliance.
• Cover-Quoting Prohibition: Submitting multiple bids under different company names for the same tender is strictly prohibited and classified as fraudulent practice.