Tender Summary: Intravenous Cannula with Introducer Needle

Objectives

The primary objective is to procure high-quality intravenous cannulas with introducer needles for clinical use in paediatric and neonatal theatre and anaesthetics settings. The procurement ensures reliable vascular access while adhering to national health product regulations, clinical safety standards, and government preferential procurement policies.

Scope of Supply

The successful bidder will supply intravenous cannulas in two specified gauges (24G and 22G) to Grey’s Hospital. The scope encompasses:

• Delivery of radio-opaque cannulas packaged as 12 boxes per case, with 50 units per box.
• Guaranteed minimum shelf life of two years upon delivery.
• Full compliance with administrative, mandatory, and technical evaluation stages.
• Provision of physical product samples upon formal request during the evaluation phase.
• All-inclusive pricing covering delivery to the prescribed hospital destination.

Technical Requirements

All supplied products must strictly conform to the following clinical and manufacturing specifications:

• 24G Cannula: 19mm needle length, 24 ml/min flow rate, V-point needle, radiopaque, translucent flash chamber with flash plug, yellow Luer hub, power injector compatible up to 300 psi, stainless steel cannula, polypropylene hub, and F.E.P. Teflon catheter.
• 22G Cannula: 25mm needle length, 38 ml/min flow rate, V-point needle, radiopaque, translucent flash chamber with flash plug, blue Luer hub, power injector compatible up to 300 psi, stainless steel cannula, polypropylene hub, and F.E.P. Teflon catheter.
• Must feature an easy-flow on-draw-back mechanism and be classified as a non-safety needle.
• Products must be original Jelco brand or an exact functional equivalent meeting identical specifications.
• Suppliers must hold a valid licence issued by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) authorising the manufacture, import, export, or wholesale distribution of medical devices.

Skills & Compliance Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate operational, regulatory, and financial capabilities to meet public sector procurement standards:

• Active registration and verified status on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Valid tax clearance status confirmed through SARS and CSD validation systems.
• Submission of all mandatory returnable documents, including Bidder’s Disclosure (SBD 4), General Conditions of Contract (GCC), Special Conditions of Contract (SCC), and Preference Points Claim Form (SBD 6.1).
• Proof of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) status, specifically demonstrating at least 51% black ownership to claim full preference points under the specific goals category.
• Logistical capacity to manage inventory, maintain cold-chain/storage requirements if applicable, and execute timely deliveries without additional freight charges.
• Ability to respond efficiently to sample requests and provide clinical-grade documentation supporting product compliance and traceability.

Notes on Specialised Terms & Processes

Several terms and procedures in this tender require clarification:

• Easy Flow on Draw-Back: A mechanical feature where negative pressure is generated when the plunger is pulled back, allowing immediate confirmation of venous entry without forward needle advancement.
• V-Point Needle: A precision-engineered needle tip designed to minimise tissue trauma, reduce patient discomfort, and facilitate smoother insertion into small or fragile veins.
• F.E.P. Teflon Catheter: Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene, a high-purity fluoropolymer offering superior flexibility, chemical resistance, and biocompatibility compared to standard PVC catheters.
• 80/20 Preference System: A procurement scoring model where 80 points are allocated based on competitive pricing and 20 points are awarded for socio-economic goals, primarily black ownership verification.
• Sample Evaluation Stage: After initial scoring, top-ranked bidders may be contacted via official channels to submit physical product samples for clinical verification. Failure to comply results in disqualification.