Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to supply and deliver F75 therapeutic feeds, specifically formulated for the stabilization phase of treatment in children diagnosed with Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM). The feeds are intended for medical use under supervision, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with relevant standards to support effective treatment outcomes.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply and delivery of 48 units of F75 therapeutic feeds in various container sizes (ranging from 100ml to 1000ml RTU containers) to Inanda CHC, KwaZulu-Natal. The procurement includes ensuring the products meet detailed specifications for composition, safety, and quality, suitable for children aged 6 months to 5 years with SAM. The delivery period is expected to be within 4 weeks of contract award, and the products must adhere to specified shelf life and microbiological standards.

Technical Requirements

• Product must be a milk-based white or pale yellowish powder or liquid, free from impurities, caking, lumps, and objectionable matter.
• Ingredients must include milk powder, refined vegetable oil, sugar, maltodextrin, milk derivatives, emulsifiers, vitamins, and minerals, complying with WHO and Codex standards.
• Product must provide at least 50% of protein as dairy protein and be homogenous without phase separation or sedimentation upon reconstitution.
• Must meet microbiological safety criteria and be manufactured following GMP and Codex hygiene standards.
• Shelf life should be at least 18-24 months for powders and 9-12 months for liquids, stored at 30°C in dry conditions.
• Product must conform to specified energy, protein, fat, ash, moisture, and lactose content per 100ml as detailed in the specifications.

Skills and Competencies Requirements

• Proven experience in manufacturing or supplying therapeutic nutritional products for pediatric use, particularly for SAM management.
• Capability to produce products that meet international standards such as WHO, Codex, and SANAS accreditation requirements.
• Ability to provide detailed documentation, including Certificates of Analysis, manufacturing process details, and microbiological safety reports.
• Strong quality control systems to ensure product safety, consistency, and compliance with specifications.
• Efficient logistics and delivery capacity to meet the specified timeframe and quantity requirements.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for medical nutrition products and experience in handling sensitive health-related supplies.