Awarded Tender: Western cape health blood gas analyser tender in gauteng

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Summary

This tender invites bids for the supply, delivery, installation, demonstration, and commissioning of four cartridge-based blood gas analysers to be placed at red cross war memorial children’s hospital for a three-year period. IT is open to suppliers registered on the central supplier database (csd) and compliant with sahpra, tax, and b-bbee requirements.

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technical scope

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financial capacity

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pricing

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compliance returnables

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evaluation

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personnel

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equipment capacity

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delivery contract

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equity registrations

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What the buyer was looking for

1Inferred operational need

Include a detailed maintenance and support plan with onsite technician response within 4 hours and full service restoration within 6 hours.

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Technical Specifications

Source: RCCH21-2025 - BID DOCUMENT.pdf

Scope: Supply, delivery, installation, demonstration, and commissioning of four (4) cartridge-based blood gas analysers for a three-year placement period at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital.

Equipment requirements:

Desktop model (not handheld/mobile) with printing capability (integrated or external/network).
Must include: Blood Gas Analyser, UPS, power supply.
UPS specifications: Dedicated earth plug, 220V 50Hz operation, minimum 2-hour backup power, replacement within 24 hours if faulty.

Functional specifications:

Parameters: pH, pCO2, pO2 (with derived calculations), Hb Saturation, Na, K, Cl, Ionized Ca, Glucose, Lactate, MetHB, HCT, CarboxyHb.
Ability to select required parameters per specimen.
Sample volume: ≤0.3 ml per test. Supports syringe and capillary tube samples.
Calibration: Automated, with results recorded/monitored. Max time: 4 minutes (one-point), 10 minutes (two-point).
Cartridge status: Display remaining test capacity and expiry information.
User access: Individual accounts with unique usernames/passwords.
Memory: Store 6 months of blood gas results.
Barcode scanner for patient information.
Display: Clear, easy-to-read screen for clinical lighting conditions. Touch-screen or equivalent interface.
Usability: Simple sample introduction, ease of operation for testing/calibration/QC.

Integration:

Must integrate with existing ICU clinical information systems (e.g., Philips ICCA). Automatic transmission of results to central database without manual intervention.

Consumables:

Must comply with or exceed minimum performance specifications. Provide factory-supplied product specs/brochures/samples.
Spare cartridges: Always maintain 3 spares (one per department).
Expiry period: Minimum 6 months.

Service levels:

Technician onsite within 4 hours of fault reporting.
Replacement unit within 2 hours of technician arrival if fault cannot be rectified.
Full service restoration within 6 hours of fault reporting.
Uptime: Minimum 98% per week (excludes scheduled maintenance/calibration).
Post-cartridge replacement: Full operational readiness within 2 hours.
Maintenance: Follow manufacturer’s plan. Submit detailed maintenance/support plan with bid.
Response time and turnaround time for repairs must meet specified service levels.

Training:

Comprehensive training for User Department and Clinical Engineering staff at no extra cost.
Cover: Equipment use, cleaning/disinfecting, patient/staff safety, daily maintenance, basic troubleshooting.
Ongoing user support for new features at no additional cost.
Communicate software upgrades/changes to Clinical Technology staff prior to implementation.

Maintenance:

Bidder responsible for all repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting for 36 months.
Clinical Engineering Technicians may observe installation.
Remote access for interventions/upgrades permitted with prior notification and hospital approval. All remote actions logged.
Provide list of consumable/non-consumable items required for operation and maintenance.
Total cost per specimen must be detailed for estimated sample volumes (50–800/month).

Safety:

Compliance with international medical device standards (e.g., ISO, CE, IEC). Provide proof.
SAHPRA registration: Valid certified copy of SAHPRA certificate (manufacturer/distributor/wholesaler) required. MCC certificate may be accepted. Proof of application not accepted.
Compliance with all Health and Safety standards, including child-specific regulations.

Delivery/installation:

Deliver to Main Stores at Red Cross War Memorial Hospital by specified date.
Install, test, calibrate, commission, and demonstrate equipment at hospital premises.
Equipment remains bidder’s property for contract duration. Remove at own cost upon expiry/termination.
All delivery/installation/commissioning/demonstration costs included in bid price.

Penalties:

5% of monthly maintenance fee deducted for every 2% unscheduled downtime exceeded.
5% of monthly maintenance fee deducted for every 5% scheduled downtime exceeded.
Penalties apply per Service Level Agreement.

Optional accessories: Provide description and pricing for all optional accessories, including remote access capability for Clinical Technology staff.

Contract Awarded

Award Information

Winning Supplier

Be placed - western cape

Award Details

Western Cape - Health

Organization Directors

Awards Won: ILEX (SOUTH AFRICA

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What the tender required and what the award supports

Include a detailed maintenance and support plan with onsite technician response within 4 hours and full service restoration within 6 hours.

Bids must be submitted as hard copies in sealed envelopes to the specified address by 26 June 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Desktop model (not handheld/mobile) with printing capability (integrated or external/network).

Must include: Blood Gas Analyser, UPS, power supply.

UPS specifications: Dedicated earth plug, 220V 50Hz operation, minimum 2-hour backup power, replacement within 24 hours if faulty.

Functional specifications:

Parameters: pH, pCO2, pO2 (with derived calculations), Hb Saturation, Na, K, Cl, Ionized Ca, Glucose, Lactate, MetHB, HCT, CarboxyHb.

Ability to select required parameters per specimen.

Sample volume: ≤0.3 ml per test. Supports syringe and capillary tube samples.

Calibration: Automated, with results recorded/monitored. Max time: 4 minutes (one-point), 10 minutes (two-point).

User access: Individual accounts with unique usernames/passwords.

Memory: Store 6 months of blood gas results.

Barcode scanner for patient information.

Display: Clear, easy-to-read screen for clinical lighting conditions. Touch-screen or equivalent interface.

Usability: Simple sample introduction, ease of operation for testing/calibration/QC.

Integration:

Must integrate with existing ICU clinical information systems (e.g., Philips ICCA). Automatic transmission of results to central database without manual intervention.

Consumables:

Must comply with or exceed minimum performance specifications. Provide factory-supplied product specs/brochures/samples.

Spare cartridges: Always maintain 3 spares (one per department).

Expiry period: Minimum 6 months.

Service levels:

Technician onsite within 4 hours of fault reporting.

Replacement unit within 2 hours of technician arrival if fault cannot be rectified.

Full service restoration within 6 hours of fault reporting.

Uptime: Minimum 98% per week (excludes scheduled maintenance/calibration).

Post-cartridge replacement: Full operational readiness within 2 hours.

Maintenance: Follow manufacturer’s plan. Submit detailed maintenance/support plan with bid.

Response time and turnaround time for repairs must meet specified service levels.

Training:

Ongoing user support for new features at no additional cost.

Maintenance:

Bidder responsible for all repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting for 36 months.

Clinical Engineering Technicians may observe installation.

Remote access for interventions/upgrades permitted with prior notification and hospital approval. All remote actions logged.

Provide list of consumable/non-consumable items required for operation and maintenance.

Total cost per specimen must be detailed for estimated sample volumes (50–800/month).

Safety:

Deliver to Main Stores at Red Cross War Memorial Hospital by specified date.

Penalties:

5% of monthly maintenance fee deducted for every 2% unscheduled downtime exceeded.

5% of monthly maintenance fee deducted for every 5% scheduled downtime exceeded.

Penalties apply per Service Level Agreement.

Pricing format:

Submit firm prices in Rand (ZAR), inclusive of VAT. Non-firm prices (e.g., subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered.

Pricing schedule must cover all costs for supply, delivery, installation, demonstration, commissioning, and operational placement.

Bid price must include all applicable taxes (VAT, import duties, PAYE, UIF, SDL).

Prices must remain valid for minimum 60 days from closing date.

Cost breakdown required for:

Blood gas analyser units (per machine).

Consumables (per unit, per month, per year).

Total cost per annum and for the three-year period.

Separate pricing for optional accessories/upgrades.

Payment terms:

Payment via EFT within 30 days of receipt of valid, correct invoice.

Successful bidders must provide banking details for registration on LOGIS, BAS, and CSD systems.

Bond/guarantee requirements: None explicitly stated in the document.

Note: Estimated usage quantities are indicative. Hospital reserves the right to adjust quantities or request additional machine placements based on clinical need.

COID Act: Must be registered with Compensation Commissioner. Provide COID registration number or proof of insurance with a licensed compensation insurer.

Western Cape Supplier Evidence Bank (WCSEB) registration may be required for future business with Western Cape Government.

Pricing must be firm in ZAR (VAT inclusive) for the full three-year period, covering supply, delivery, installation, and consumables.

Optional accessories: Provide description and pricing for all optional accessories, including remote access capability for Clinical Technology staff.

Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) with valid tax compliance status at bid closing.

Submit a valid SAHPRA certificate (or MCC equivalent) as a manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler of medical devices.

Requirements:

Use official bid forms (do not re-type). Only original, signed documents accepted.

Envelope must include: bidder’s name/address, bid number (RCCH21/2025), and closing date.

Submit hard copy only. No faxed/emailed submissions unless formally specified.

Bids must remain valid for 60 calendar days from closing date.

Include a written declaration confirming the bid is a true, complete copy with all annexures.