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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Connaught/Amalinda Main Road - Amalinda - East London - 5100
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
05 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-158248
This request for quotation (RFQ) invites suppliers to provide and deliver manufacturer/machine-specific laundry detergents for frere hospital under a rate-based contract. The tender is managed by the eastern cape department of health and requires compliance with strict technical, tax, and b-bbee criteria, with submissions due by 15 june 2026.
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Date & Time
Monday, 15 June 2026 - 11:00
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The detergents required are machine specific and must be complied with to maintain warranty requirements. Suppliers must submit their documents on e-tender portal.
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Description
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf05 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
15 Jun
2026
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RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf
The Eastern Cape Department of Health (Frere Hospital) invites quotes for the **Supply and Delivery of manufacturer/machine-specific laundry detergents** on a rate-based submission. The tender (Bid Number: **SCMU3-26/27-0206-FRE**) closes on **15 June 2026 at 11:00 AM (UTC)**. The contract requires compliance with strict technical specifications, including SABS certification, manufacturer authorization, and adherence to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). Submissions must be made via the **e-Tender Portal** with mandatory administrative, technical, and tax compliance documentation.
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Supply and deliver manufacturer/machine-specific laundry detergents to Frere Hospital on a rate-based contract. The Eastern Cape Department of Health intends to appoint a single service provider due to warranty and maintenance requirements. Suppliers must declare their capacity and capability to meet the scope.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 15 June 2026 at 11:00. Bid validity period: 90 days after closing date.
Contact Information
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Technical and bidding enquiries: Alex Ngqwebo. Phone: 043 709 2583. Fax: 043 743 5317. Email: [email protected]. Submission: e-Tender Portal only.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Submit all RFQ response documents via the e-Tender Portal by 15 June 2026 at 11:00. Late submissions will not be accepted. Use only the official forms provided (SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1) — do not re-type. Failure to submit through the e-Tender Portal or use official forms will disqualify your bid. Ensure all required returnable schedules (e.g., Pricing Schedule, Declaration of Interest, Preferential Points Claim) are signed and attached. Bids must be delivered to the correct address by the stipulated time.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation follows a 4-stage process: 1) Administrative Compliance: SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, and latest CSD report must be completed and signed. 2) Non-Negotiable Requirements: Must attach (a) letter of authority as manufacturer for JENSEN UniQ 50 Mediline OR manufacturer’s authorization as agent, (b) SABS letter of authority, (c) Material Data Sheets, and (d) 100% compliance with specifications. Failure to comply disqualifies the bid. 3) Price (80 points) and Specific Goals (20 points): Uses PPPFA 80/20 system. Price points calculated as Ps = 80(1 - (Pt-Pmin)/Pmin). Specific Goals include HDI Ownership (20%), Women Ownership (20%), Youth Ownership (20%), Disability Ownership (20%), Military Veterans Ownership (10%), and Locality Ownership (10%). 4) Sample Evaluation: For recommended bidders only. Proof of Specific Goals claims is mandatory (e.g., CIPRO certificates, medical/veteran status proofs, municipal accounts). Bidders employed by the state or with state-employed directors/members are disqualified. No bids accepted from tender defaulters or restricted suppliers.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Supply and deliver manufacturer/machine-specific laundry detergents for Frere Hospital on a rate-based contract. Products required: OXIACID (non-foaming bacterial/virucidal disinfectant, 7% peracetic acid, SANS 1853 compliant, 24-hour diluted shelf life, pH 3.8-4.5), XPELL LIQUID-D (low-foaming, fully built laundry detergent with surface-active, sequestering, and wetting agents, for 360 dosing equipment), XPELL SOFT (for self-dosing equipment, softens fabric, reduces static, pleasant fragrance), XPELL O2 (oxygen bleach, stain remover, safe for cotton/polyester blends, dosing equipment compatible), XPELL BOOST (used with XPELL LIQUID-D, sequestering agents for hard water, suitable for all industrial washing machines, removes stubborn stains like fats, blood, medicine, bodily fluids). All chemicals must be delivered in 1000-litre drums, compliant with Continuous Batch Washer (CBW) chemical composition. Dosing pumps must be calibrated and maintained monthly. Suppliers must declare capacity and capability to meet these requirements.
Quality Management
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdfGoods must conform to standards in bidding documents and specifications (e.g., SANS 1853 for OXIACID). Pre-bidding testing costs are for the bidder’s account. Premises must be open for inspection by the Department at reasonable hours if required. Inspection costs: Purchaser pays if supplies comply; supplier pays if non-compliant. Non-compliant supplies may be rejected and must be replaced at supplier’s cost and risk. Packing must prevent damage/deterioration during transit and withstand rough handling, extreme temperatures, and open storage. Packing, marking, and documentation must comply with contract requirements. Supplier must permit purchaser to inspect records and audit performance.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdfComplete the official SBD3.1 Pricing Schedule with VAT-exclusive and VAT-inclusive unit prices for each detergent (OXIACID, XPELL LIQUID-D, XPELL SOFT, XPELL O2, XPELL BOOST). Indicate packaging (1000-litre drums). Pricing validity: 90 days after closing date. Signed pricing schedule is mandatory. Company name and representative details must be provided.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be submitted on the official SBD3.1 Pricing Schedule, signed, and VAT-inclusive. Validity period: 90 days after closing date. Pricing must align with the rate-based contract for each detergent type (OXIACID, XPELL LIQUID-D, XPELL SOFT, XPELL O2, XPELL BOOST). Indicate packaging (1000-litre drums). Payment terms: Invoices must be accompanied by a delivery note and submitted for payment within 30 days. Prices quoted in the bid are final unless adjusted per Special Conditions of Contract (SCC). Performance security (bank guarantee, irrevocable letter of credit, or cashier’s cheque) may be required within 30 days of contract award.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdf (RFQ)Tax Compliance: Submit SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. If no TCS PIN, CSD registration is mandatory. Foreign suppliers not resident in RSA or without a branch/permanent establishment/source of income/tax liability in RSA are exempt from TCS PIN but must complete the foreign supplier questionnaire. VAT registration number and LOGIS number (Central Supplier Database) required. B-BBEE: Preference points for Specific Goals (20 points total) require proof: HDI Ownership (CIPRO certificate + ID), Women Ownership (CIPRO + ID), Youth Ownership (CIPRO + ID), Disability Ownership (CIPRO + medical proof), Military Veterans Ownership (CIPRO + veteran status proof), Locality Ownership (municipal account or lease agreement). Updated CSD report must be attached. No bids accepted from persons in the service of the state or entities with directors/members in state service. Declaration of Interest (SBD4) must disclose any conflicts or relationships with state employees.
Health & Safety
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdfOXIACID: Non-foaming bacterial/virucidal disinfectant, 7% peracetic acid, SANS 1853 compliant, safe for food/beverage industry contact surfaces, 24-hour diluted shelf life, pH 3.8-4.5. XPELL LIQUID-D: Low-foaming, fully built laundry detergent with surface-active, sequestering, and wetting agents; for 360 dosing equipment. XPELL SOFT: For self-dosing equipment; softens fabric, reduces static, pleasant fragrance. XPELL O2: Oxygen bleach, effective stain remover, safe for cotton/polyester blends, dosing equipment compatible. XPELL BOOST: Used with XPELL LIQUID-D; sequestering agents for hard water; suitable for all industrial washing machines; removes stubborn stains (fats, blood, medicine, bodily fluids). All chemicals must be delivered in 1000-litre drums, compliant with Continuous Batch Washer (CBW) chemical composition. Dosing pumps must be calibrated and maintained monthly.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ_Laundry_Detergents.pdfContract governed by General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any Special Conditions of Contract (SCC). Key terms: Payment within 30 days of invoice submission (Rand unless specified otherwise). Prices are fixed as quoted unless adjusted per SCC. Contract amendments require written agreement. Supplier cannot assign obligations without purchaser’s consent. Subcontracts must be notified in writing. Delays incur penalties (prime interest rate per day) and may lead to termination. Termination for default or insolvency is possible. Force majeure events excuse performance delays. Disputes resolved via mediation then South African courts. Supplier liable for indirect/consequential damages only in cases of criminal negligence or wilful misconduct. Contract interpreted under South African law. Supplier must insure goods until delivery. Warranty: 12 months post-delivery or 18 months post-shipment (whichever is earlier). Supplier must repair/replace defective goods at no cost. Performance security (bank guarantee, letter of credit, or cheque) required within 30 days of award. Taxes/duties: Local suppliers responsible for all taxes until delivery; foreign suppliers responsible for all taxes outside RSA. No contract awarded without valid SARS tax clearance certificate.
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Address
Department of Health, Bisho Central, Bhisho, 5605, South Africa
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043-709-2583[email protected]www.echealth.gov.zaDepartment of Health, Bisho Central, Bhisho, 5605, South Africa
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