Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure various sizes of sterile, single-use cuffed tracheostomy tubes to be supplied and delivered to Port Shepstone Hospital. The procurement aims to ensure the availability of quality airway management devices that meet specified standards and specifications, supporting effective patient care within the health facility.

Scope

The scope of the tender includes:

• Supply and delivery of cuffed tracheostomy tubes in sizes 6, 7, and 8.
• Provision of products that conform to specified standards (SABS/SANS certification or equivalent).
• Delivery to Port Shepstone Hospital’s SCM Department at No. 7 Bazley Street, Port Shepstone, during office hours (07:30 - 15:00), excluding weekends and public holidays.
• Submission of quotations on official forms, with adherence to technical and administrative requirements.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the tracheostomy tubes are as follows:

• Type: Cuffed, sterile, single-use tracheostomy tubes.
• Material: Clear, biocompatible material suitable for airway management.
• Features:
  • Low-pressure cuff for airway sealing.
  • Size options: 6, 7, and 8.
  • Compliance with SABS/SANS standards or equivalent certification.
• Quantity: Various, as per hospital requirements.

Skills Requirements

Suppliers must demonstrate:

• Knowledge of medical device standards and certification processes (SABS/SANS or equivalent).
• Ability to supply sterile, single-use airway management devices that meet safety and quality standards.
• Capacity to deliver products within specified timeframes and in accordance with technical specifications.
• Experience in supplying medical consumables to healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Competence in completing and submitting official tender documentation accurately and on time.