Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to supply and deliver Hb meters that meet specified technical standards to Sundumbili CHC, ensuring rapid and accurate measurement of haemoglobin levels in patients' blood. The procurement aims to enhance diagnostic capabilities within the health facility by acquiring reliable, portable, and user-friendly haemoglobinometers.

Scope

The scope includes the supply, delivery, installation, calibration, and commissioning of electronic portable haemoglobinometers (Hb meters) as per the attached specifications. The contract is a once-off procurement covering 39 units, with associated training, documentation, optional accessories, and support services within KwaZulu-Natal hospitals under the Department of Health.

Technical Requirements

• The haemoglobinometers must be electronic, portable, and employ photometry with microcomputer circuitry.
• Units should be lightweight, compact, accurate (±1.5%), and user-friendly.
• Display must be digital, clearly visible, with low battery indication, and capable of displaying results in g/dl and mmol/l.
• The devices must analyze arterial, capillary, venous, or whole blood samples with results within 60 seconds.
• Units should operate from 220V ±10%, 50Hz AC power or batteries, with specified battery types and capacities.
• Guarantee period of at least 24 months, with minimum 99% guaranteed uptime.
• Provision of calibration and maintenance software, spare parts, and consumables for at least 10 years.
• Equipment must meet SABS standards, IEC safety standards, and CE certification.
• Suppliers must provide comprehensive manuals, training, and after-sales support, including repair facilities in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Optional accessories and consumables must be quoted separately, with clear compatibility and pricing.
• All equipment must comply with Hazardous Substances Act and Radiation Control licensing where applicable.

Skills Requirements

• Suppliers must have a well-established service and repair facility within KwaZulu-Natal.
• Technicians must be manufacturer-trained, certified, and available within 24 hours for maintenance and repairs.
• Bidder must provide detailed information on technical support staff, including names, contact details, and qualifications.
• Training of hospital staff and health technology personnel on calibration, maintenance, and repair must be included, with certificates of competency issued upon completion.
• Suppliers must demonstrate capacity to supply spare parts and consumables for at least 10 years.
• Bidder must provide comprehensive manuals, software, and technical documentation to facilitate ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.