Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to supply and deliver printed matter related to health programmes, including various educational and informational materials such as posters, guidelines, registers, and learner cards, to the Uthukela District Office in KwaZulu-Natal. The aim is to ensure the provision of quality printed materials that meet specified standards and specifications to support health initiatives and record-keeping activities.

Scope

The scope encompasses the procurement, printing, and delivery of a range of printed health materials, including but not limited to:

• Posters (e.g., adverse event classification poster)
• Guidelines (e.g., VMMC guidelines 2025)
• Registers (e.g., SAPS 183 death register, HPV vaccination register)
• Learner cards (e.g., HPV vaccination learner card)
• Other printed matter related to health programmes as specified in the annexure

The materials must conform to detailed specifications, including size, material, colour, and finishing, and must be delivered to the specified location within the contract period.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Materials must meet the specified quality standards (e.g., paper weight, lamination, binding)
• Design and pre-press work to be done by the printer, with exact positioning and compliance to samples
• Printing to be in specified colours, sizes, and formats (e.g., A2, A4, folded, laminated)
• Packaging and dispatch to ensure materials are protected during transit and delivered in accordance with specifications
• Materials must be new, unused, and of the latest models unless otherwise specified
• Delivery to be completed within the agreed timeframe, with proper documentation
• Samples may be required for evaluation prior to final approval

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must possess:

• Expertise in high-quality printing and finishing processes
• Design capabilities to produce materials that meet specified standards and samples
• Experience in handling health-related printed materials, ensuring compliance with health standards and confidentiality
• Ability to manage timely delivery and logistics
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards related to printing and health programme materials
• Capacity to provide samples and documentation as part of the evaluation process