Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a Pest Control Service for St Chads Community Health Centre (CHC) and its satellite clinics in KwaZulu-Natal. The service aims to eradicate and control pests and vermin such as rats, mice, cockroaches, bird lice, ants, moth larvae, and fish moths across all buildings, including removal of bees, treatment of termites, woodborers, and white ants. The goal is to ensure a pest-free environment to promote health and safety within the healthcare facilities.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

• Provision of pest control services at St Chads CHC and nine satellite clinics within the KwaZulu-Natal province.
• Monthly full treatments over a 12-month period, including eradication of all listed pests and vermin.
• Annual removal of bees, treatment of termites, woodborers, and white ants.
• Preparation and submission of service schedules, reports, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all pesticides used.
• Re-installation and maintenance of bait stations, including numbering and record-keeping.
• Adherence to safety, reporting, and documentation procedures as specified.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Registration with the South African Pest Control Association (SAPCA).
• Compliance with the Agriculture Pest Act 1983 (Control Measure R858).
• Provision of a detailed schedule of service dates for 12 months prior to commencement.
• Sign-in and sign-out procedures at each site during service visits.
• Use of approved pesticides with MSDS documentation.
• Proper removal and re-installation of bait stations with numbering and record-keeping.
• Monthly treatment of all areas, with corrective treatments at no extra cost if infestations occur between scheduled visits.
• Reporting of service completion, pest buildup, and measures to prevent recurrence.
• Provision of proof of registration, references, and compliance with safety standards.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Registered membership with SAPCA.
• Knowledge of pest control procedures, including eradication and treatment techniques.
• Experience in managing pest control in healthcare or similar environments.
• Ability to prepare and submit detailed schedules, reports, and safety data sheets.
• Competence in handling and applying pesticides safely and effectively.
• Capacity to maintain and record bait station data accurately.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and coordination with facility management.