Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure the McLean Ring Naso-Jejunal Enteral Feeding Tube Set for Grey’s Hospital, ensuring the supply of quality medical equipment that meets specified standards and specifications. The process aims to select a suitable supplier through a transparent and competitive procurement process, adhering to the Department of Health’s policies and regulations.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply of 10 packs of the McLean Ring Naso-Jejunal Enteral Feeding Tube Set, including all related technical and quality requirements. The procurement is a once-off contract, with the delivery to Grey’s Hospital at 201 Town Bush Road, Pietermaritzburg, within the specified contractual period. The tender covers all administrative, technical, and compliance aspects necessary for successful delivery and installation of the specified medical device.

Technical Requirements

• Item Description: McLean – Ring Naso-Jejunal Enteral Feeding Tube Set, with specifications including a weighted tip, hole at the end for feeding over a guidewire, and cannula size of 9.5 French by 130cm.
• Quantity: 10 packs.
• Standards: The product must conform to relevant S.A.N.S. / S.A.B.S. specifications and meet the description provided.
• Packaging: Adequate to prevent damage during transit, with proper marking and documentation.
• Delivery: To be made in accordance with the specified contractual terms, with all necessary shipping and delivery documentation.
• Warranty: Minimum 12 months warranty post-delivery, covering defects arising from design, materials, or workmanship.
• Samples: Bidders may be required to submit samples for evaluation; samples must be genuine and compliant with specifications.

Skills and Competency Requirements

• Proven experience in supplying medical devices, specifically enteral feeding tubes or similar medical equipment.
• Knowledge of relevant South African standards (S.A.N.S. / S.A.B.S.) and regulatory requirements for medical devices.
• Ability to provide technical support, installation, and after-sales service.
• Capacity to meet delivery deadlines and ensure quality assurance throughout the supply chain.
• Compliance with procurement policies, including disclosure of interests and adherence to the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022.
• Capability to provide valid documentation such as BBBEE certificates or sworn affidavits to claim preference points.