Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure and deliver a small quantity of specialized theatre shoes to Benedictine Hospital for use within the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) department. The procurement aims to equip healthcare staff with footwear that ensures hygiene, safety, and comfort while strictly adhering to medical-grade standards and South African public procurement regulations.

Scope

This is a one-off supply contract requiring the delivery of seven pairs of theatre shoes across four specific sizes: two pairs of size 4, two pairs of size 5, two pairs of size 7, and one pair of size 9. The successful supplier must deliver the goods to the designated hospital location, ensure all items meet the prescribed technical specifications, and comply with standard delivery, inspection, warranty, and payment terms outlined in the General and Special Conditions of Contract. The contract period is single-delivery with no ongoing service obligations.

Technical Requirements

Suppliers must provide new, unused theatre shoes that explicitly comply with the following mandatory specifications:

• Sterilization: Fully autoclavable to withstand high-pressure steam at 121°C or 134°C without structural degradation.
• Anti-Static Properties: Integrated agents to safely dissipate electrical buildup, protecting both personnel and sensitive medical equipment.
• Fluid Protection: Constructed from non-porous materials (e.g., polyurethane or high-quality rubber) to prevent blood and body fluid penetration.
• Slip Resistance: Soles must pass strict slip-resistance certification tests suitable for wet hospital environments.
• Ergonomics: Lightweight design with shock-absorbing heels to reduce leg and lower back fatigue during extended shifts.
• Ventilation: Side perforations for breathability that maintain a fluid-tight barrier.
• Colour: Blue.
• Packaging: Supplied individually by the pair.

Bidders must formally confirm compliance with these specifications; failure to indicate compliance results in immediate disqualification. All supplied products must have a minimum shelf-life validity of six months upon delivery, and second-hand or expired items are strictly prohibited.

Skills Requirements

No specialized professional, clinical, or technical skills are mandated for this quotation. The requirement focuses on standard commercial and logistical capabilities, including valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration, SARS tax compliance verification, B-BBEE status documentation, and the operational capacity to source, package, and deliver compliant footwear within the stipulated timeframe.

Key Terms & Unusual Concepts

Autoclavable: Refers to the footwear's ability to endure industrial high-pressure steam sterilization cycles, which is critical for infection control in surgical and clinical settings.

80/20 Preference Point System: A standard South African procurement evaluation model where 80 points are allocated to price competitiveness and 20 points to specific socio-economic goals. For this tender, the 20 points are exclusively reserved for enterprises owned by youth, requiring proof such as director identity documents.

Cover-Quoting Prohibition: A strict anti-fraud measure prohibiting bidders from submitting multiple quotations through affiliated or related companies to manipulate pricing or secure awards. Violation leads to immediate disqualification and potential sector-wide trading restrictions.

SBD Documentation: Standard Bid Document forms that must be completed accurately to declare conflicts of interest, tax status, and preference claims. Incomplete, altered, or fraudulent submissions render a quotation non-responsive.