Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure 1,000 units of female rainware coats with reflective strips for the City of uMhlathuze. The procurement aims to ensure the supply of high-quality raincoats that meet the specified technical and safety standards, with an emphasis on reflective features for visibility and safety during adverse weather conditions.

Scope

The scope of the tender includes:

• Supply of 1-piece heavy-duty PVC female raincoats, calf length, with reflective strips on the back and arms.
• Color specification: Lime with reflective strips.
• Manufacture and approval of raincoat make and type by the City of uMhlathuze.
• Screen printing of the City logo and wording (15 mm green letters) on the left breast side.
• Distribution of the coats to the Supply Chain Management Unit at specified delivery address.
• Provision of sizes ranging from S to 6XL, totaling 1,000 coats.

Additionally, the tender covers related administrative, technical, and compliance requirements for the procurement process.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the raincoats are as follows:

• Material: Heavy-duty PVC with a minimum of 65% or above, excluding rubberized materials.
• Design: Calf-length raincoat with reflective strips on the back and arms for enhanced visibility.
• Color: Lime, with reflective strips integrated into the fabric.
• Manufacture: Must be approved by the City of uMhlathuze; preference given to garments manufactured wholly from reflective materials.
• Brand and type: To be approved by the City; no rubberized materials allowed.
• Logo and Wording: City of uMhlathuze logo and wording to be screen printed on the left breast side, using 15 mm green letters.
• Alterations: Any modifications must be signed off by the bidder; unsigned alterations will disqualify the quotation.
• Quantity per size: S (46), M (162), L (310), XL (218), 2XL (147), 3XL (66), 4XL (15), 5XL (16), 6XL (20).
• Delivery Lead Time: To be specified in the quotation, excluding VAT.

Suppliers must also comply with statutory requirements, including registration with the Central Suppliers Database (CSD), providing a Letter of Good Standing, and completing the RFQ in black ink. All alterations and signatures must be properly documented to avoid disqualification.