Objectives

The primary objective is to procure and deliver high-quality baby blankets to support clinical and laundry operations at RK Khan Hospital, under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health.

Scope

The tender covers a once-off supply of 300 units of baby blankets. Delivery must be made directly to the hospital’s designated facility. The quotation remains valid for 90 days, and the contract period is single-delivery with no ongoing service obligations. Evaluation prioritises competitive pricing alongside socio-economic transformation goals.

Technical Requirements

• Product Specifications: Wool mixture composition, dimensions of 100cm × 85cm, pale blue colour, and good quality material.
• Certification & Compliance: Mandatory display of the SANAS logo, valid BBBEE certificate, and a sworn affidavit/certificate.
• Quality Standards: Items must be new, unused, compliant with applicable SANS/SABS standards, and retain a minimum shelf life of six months upon delivery. Second-hand or expired goods are strictly prohibited.
• Pricing & Delivery: All-inclusive pricing covering VAT (where applicable), freight, and delivery to the specified site. Prices must remain firm for the 90-day validity period.
• Submission Protocol: Quotes must be submitted on official, non-retyped forms, placed in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the quotation number and closing date, and delivered physically to the designated tender box before the deadline. Electronic or faxed submissions will be disqualified.

Skills Requirements

No specialised labour or technical skills are mandated. However, bidders must demonstrate proven operational capacity to source, manufacture, or distribute certified textiles at scale. Suppliers require robust logistical capabilities for timely delivery, inventory handling, and strict adherence to public sector procurement regulations. Familiarity with standard bidding documentation, tax compliance verification, and Central Suppliers Database registration is essential for successful execution.

Explanation of Key Terms & Conditions

• SANAS Logo: Indicates accreditation by the South African National Accreditation System, confirming that manufacturing or testing processes meet nationally recognised quality and safety standards.
• 80/20 Preference Point System: A procurement evaluation model where 80% of scoring is based on price competitiveness and 20% is allocated to specific socio-economic goals, primarily favouring youth-owned enterprises.
• Prime Interest Rate Penalty: A daily financial deduction applied to delayed deliveries, calculated using the prevailing prime lending rate until actual performance is completed.
• SBD Forms: Standard Bidding Documents used for statutory declarations, including conflict-of-interest disclosures (SBD 4) and preference point claims (SBD 6.1).