Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure pest control services at Addington Hospital and associated clinics for a period of 12 months. The services aim to effectively eradicate and manage pests such as rats, mice, cockroaches, ants, bed bugs, and other vermin, ensuring a pest-free environment within the hospital premises.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Provision of comprehensive pest control services across various hospital wards, departments, and satellite clinics, including summer season mosquito control.
• Regular scheduled pest management visits every four weeks, with provisions for immediate re-services in case of re-infestation.
• Supply, installation, and maintenance of 120 tamper-resistant bait stations for rodents over a 12-month period.
• Application of insecticides, baiting, and gel treatments in designated areas such as wards, storerooms, plant rooms, sewerage systems, and external structures.
• Provision of necessary equipment, tools, and chemicals in compliance with safety standards.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications include:

• Use of approved and safe insecticides, pesticides, and baiting materials adhering to SABS, Department of Agriculture, and Environmental Health standards.
• Installation of 120 tamper-resistant bait stations, manufactured from durable polypropylene, with secure locks, baffles, and locking lids, dimensions 26cm x 15cm x 10cm.
• Monthly servicing of bait stations, with bait replenishment, and documentation of service activities.
• Application of chemicals in all relevant areas, including internal rooms, plant rooms, sewerage, stormwater manholes, and external walls, with proper safety measures.
• Provision of safety data sheets, proof of registration with pest control associations, and experience in similar pest control projects.
• Immediate response to re-infestations at no additional cost.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Competence and certification of personnel handling insecticides and pesticides.
• Experience in hospital or similar institutional pest control services, evidenced by previous contracts or official orders.
• Knowledge of safety standards and environmental health practices.
• Ability to prepare and submit detailed service schedules, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Capacity to supply, install, and maintain bait stations and pest control equipment effectively.
• Compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations relevant to pest control operations.