Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure certified surgical instruments for clinical use at Northdale Hospital under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health. The procurement seeks to secure a reliable, compliant supply chain while adhering to public sector preferential procurement policies designed to promote historically disadvantaged and locally owned enterprises.

Scope

The tender covers a one-off supply of fifty (50) units of Gigli Saws. Delivery must be made directly to Northdale Hospital’s designated receiving area. The scope encompasses the provision of sterile, individually packaged medical devices meeting stringent quality standards, alongside full compliance with the General and Special Conditions of Contract governing delivery timelines, warranty periods, penalty clauses, performance security, and dispute resolution.

Technical Requirements

• Material: Medical-grade stainless steel
• Design: Flexible, braided/twisted wire saw with serrated cutting edges
• Dimensions: Length approximately 30–50 cm; diameter 0.5–0.8 mm
• Compatibility: Must function seamlessly with standard gigli saw handles and surgical instrumentation
• Packaging: Sterile, individually sealed peel-open pouches, supplied in boxes of 50
• Quality & Shelf Life: Highest medical device standards; items must be new, unused, and valid for a minimum of six months upon delivery
• Regulatory Compliance: Must hold a valid licence issued by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) authorising the manufacture, wholesale, or distribution of medical devices

Bidder Capabilities & Compliance Requirements

• Active registration on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD) with verified status
• Tax compliance verification via SARS PIN or valid tax clearance certificate
• Submission of all mandatory returnable documents, including Bidder Disclosure (SBD4), Preference Claim Form (SBD6.1), and signed General/Special Conditions of Contract
• Valid SAHPRA licence for medical device trading
• Proven capacity to meet agreed delivery windows and withstand institutional inspection or testing procedures
• Readiness to submit physical product samples upon request for specification verification
• Understanding of public procurement legal frameworks, including conflict-of-interest declarations, anti-collusion provisions, and performance security obligations

Explanation of Key Terms & Products

Gigli Saw: A specialised surgical instrument consisting of a flexible, twisted stainless-steel wire with serrated edges. It is primarily utilised in orthopaedic and trauma surgery for precise bone cutting during amputations or reshaping procedures in confined anatomical spaces.

SAHPRA Licence: A statutory regulatory permit issued by the national health products authority. It is legally mandatory for any entity importing, manufacturing, or distributing medical devices within South Africa to ensure safety, efficacy, and quality control.

80/20 Preference Point System: A government procurement scoring model allocating 80 points based on competitive pricing and 20 points for socio-economic goals. In this tender, the 20 points are specifically reserved for South African-owned enterprises.

General & Special Conditions of Contract (GCC/SCC): Standardised legal frameworks that dictate delivery terms, payment schedules, warranty periods (typically 12 months), penalty calculations for delayed performance, termination rights, and formal dispute resolution mechanisms. These conditions cannot be amended by the bidder and take precedence over conflicting verbal agreements.