Objectives

The primary objective is to secure a one-off supply of sterile, pre-filled oxygen bubble humidifier bottles for clinical use at Wentworth Hospital. The procurement seeks to maintain continuous oxygen therapy capabilities, enforce strict medical device quality standards, and align with national public procurement policies that prioritise value for money, ethical conduct, and socio-economic transformation.

Scope

• Item: Small Oxygen Bubble Humidifier Bottles, Pre-filled
• Quantity: 1,000 units
• Contract Duration: Once-off delivery
• Delivery Destination: Wentworth Hospital Infirmary, KwaZulu-Natal
• Quotation Validity: 90 days from closing date
• Evaluation Process: Four-stage assessment covering administrative compliance, specification adherence, price/preference scoring, and physical sample verification

Technical Requirements

• Capacity & Contents: 350 mL sterile water, factory pre-filled and sealed for immediate clinical deployment.
• Adaptor & Connectivity: Must feature a 5 psi pressure regulator adaptor compatible with universal oxygen flowmeters, plus a short outlet tube designed for direct connection to standard oxygen masks or nasal cannulas.
• Venturi Mask Integration: Must operate reliably with Venturi masks, accommodating configurations with or without a tightening screw.
• Quality & Safety Standards: Must meet applicable SABS specifications, be brand new and unused, and carry a minimum shelf life of six months from the date of delivery.
• Packaging: Supplied in individual units/packs engineered to prevent damage, contamination, or deterioration during transit and storage.
• Sample Verification: Physical samples may be requested from the top three scoring bidders. Non-submission or non-compliant samples result in disqualification. Testing costs are borne by the bidder.

Skills and Compliance Requirements

• Regulatory Licensing: Mandatory possession of a current SAHPRA licence permitting the manufacture, import, export, or wholesale distribution of medical devices.
• Supplier Registration: Active and verified Central Suppliers Database (CSD) profile with confirmed tax compliance status.
• Preference Point Eligibility: Evaluation applies an 80/20 scoring model (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals). Full points are reserved for South African-owned enterprises, requiring submission of valid BBBEE certificates, sworn affidavits, ID copies, and CIPC registration documents.
• Legal & Ethical Declarations: Completion of mandatory returnable documents including SBD4 (Disclosure of Interest), SBD6.1 (Preference Points Claim), and GCC/SCC acknowledgements. Bidders must certify independent pricing, absence of collusive practices, and compliance with anti-corruption legislation.
• Commercial Terms: All-inclusive, firm pricing covering delivery to the hospital site. Late submissions, expired stock, second-hand goods, or incomplete documentation will be rejected outright.

Key Terminology Explained

• Pre-filled Humidifier Bottles: Medical devices manufactured with sterile water already contained and sealed. This eliminates manual filling by hospital staff, reduces cross-contamination risks, and ensures consistent humidity delivery during oxygen therapy.
• 5 PSI Adaptor: A pressure-limiting component that caps oxygen flow at five pounds per square inch, protecting patient lungs from barotrauma while maintaining optimal moisture saturation.
• Venturi Mask Compatibility: Indicates the device can interface with precision oxygen delivery masks that mix air and oxygen at fixed ratios, essential for controlled respiratory therapy in critical care settings.
• 80/20 Preference System: A South African government procurement framework where 80% of evaluation points are awarded competitively based on price, and 20% are allocated for designated socio-economic objectives, such as full South African ownership, to promote historical redress and local economic participation.