Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure portering services at GJ Crookes Hospital to ensure efficient transportation of patients, files, mail, equipment, and other hospital-related items. The services aim to support hospital operations, enhance patient care, and maintain smooth logistical functions within the hospital environment.

Scope

The scope of the tender includes:

• Provision of portering services for a period of 4 months.
• Deployment of porters across various hospital departments and wards, including critical areas such as emergency, theatre, maternity, surgical wards, mortuary, outpatient departments, and administrative offices.
• Transporting patients, deceased bodies, medical records, blood samples, linen, and other hospital equipment.
• Supporting hospital activities such as kitchen duties, waste handling, and general logistics.
• Ensuring safety, confidentiality, and adherence to health and safety regulations by porters.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Qualified and physically fit porters capable of handling demanding tasks such as pushing heavy trolleys and transporting patients safely.
• Availability of porters during specified hours: day and night shifts, 7 days a week, with rostered shifts.
• Provision of necessary safety equipment, uniforms, and two-way radios for communication.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations, including vaccination (e.g., Hepatitis), insurance, and PPE requirements.
• Implementation of an operational health and safety plan aligned with occupational health and safety statutes.
• Provision of adequate supervision, including a designated team leader among porters.
• Proper handling and transportation of hospital equipment, waste, and deceased bodies.

Skills Requirements

The skills and attributes required for porters include:

• Physical fitness and stamina for loading, pushing, and transporting heavy items and patients.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and reliably.
• Calmness and quick response in emergencies and stressful situations.
• Emotional resilience to cope with sickness, death, and distressing situations.
• Respect for patient confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Good communication skills, including effective use of radios and reporting equipment faults.
• Teamwork and discipline, with adherence to health and safety protocols.