Objectives

The primary objective of this quotation is to procure a reliable supplier for the one-off provision of specialised compression and short stretch bandages to support clinical wound management, oedema control, and pre-prosthetic stump preparation at Wentworth Hospital.

Scope

The contract covers the supply and delivery of the following items to the hospital premises:

• Compression bandages (100 mm × 3 m): 50 units
• Compression bandages (150 mm × 3 m): 50 units
• Short stretch bandages (6 cm roll): 10 rolls
• Cotton short stretch bandages (8 cm, 10 cm, and 12 cm rolls): 20 rolls each

The engagement is classified as a single, non-recurring supply. All logistics, packaging, and delivery costs must be included in the quoted price.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must strictly comply with the following specifications:

• Stump Bearing Bandages: Must be supplied in 150 mm or 120 mm × 3 m, and 100 mm × 3 m dimensions. Materials must be wooden, non-stick, and elastic, available in any colour bead variant. Packaged in boxes of ten. Designed for surgical stump contouring prior to prosthesis fitting.
• Short Stretch Cotton Bandages: Must consist of 100% breathable cotton weave with a longitudinal stretch capacity of 60% to 90%. Must exhibit high working pressure and low resting pressure characteristics. Each roll must measure five metres and be fully washable. Intended for therapeutic management of swelling and cellulitis.
• Product Condition: All items must be brand new, unused, and carry a minimum remaining shelf life of six months from the date of delivery. Expired or second-hand goods are strictly prohibited.
• Sample Submission: Physical samples of all offered products are mandatory for technical evaluation. Failure to provide samples when requested will result in disqualification.
• Regulatory Compliance: 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 and Supplier Qualifications

Bidders must demonstrate the following operational and administrative capabilities:

• Established supply chain capacity to source, manufacture, or distribute certified medical-grade bandages that meet stringent healthcare and safety standards.
• Proficiency in South African public procurement compliance, including accurate completion of standard bidding disclosure forms, Central Supplier Database (CSD) verification, and SARS tax clearance validation.
• Logistical competence to deliver all specified quantities within agreed timeframes, with full cost absorption for transportation to the designated facility.
• Financial transparency and ability to substantiate ownership structures to claim preferential procurement points, specifically providing verifiable documentation for companies with at least 51% black women ownership.

Key Terms and Clarifications

• High Working Pressure / Low Resting Pressure: A therapeutic property of short stretch bandages that delivers firm, supportive compression during limb movement to reduce fluid accumulation, while relaxing at rest to maintain adequate arterial blood flow and prevent tissue ischemia.
• 80/20 Preference Point System: A standard South African public procurement evaluation model where 80 points are allocated for competitive pricing and 20 points for designated socio-economic goals (black women ownership).
• SAHPRA Licensing: Mandatory regulatory approval required for any entity handling medical devices in South Africa, ensuring product safety, efficacy, traceability, and legal market access.
• SBD Forms: Standard Bidding Document templates mandated by National Treasury for declarations of interest, compliance verification, and preference point claims in government procurement.