The CSIR seeks quotations for a Breathing Simulator (BS) machine that accurately replicates human respiration for testing respiratory protective devices. Key requirements include compliance with ISO standards and delivery within 30 weeks.
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is inviting quotations for the supply of a Breathing Simulator (BS) machine, designed to simulate human respiration under controlled laboratory conditions. This machine will play a critical role in the testing and evaluation of respiratory protective devices (RPDs), ensuring they meet South African National Standards (SANS 1737) and ISO 16900-5 specifications. The BS machine must accurately control various parameters such as carbon dioxide input, ventilation rates, and inhalation/exhalation pressures, making it essential for both prototype development and routine evaluations.
Bidders must ensure that the Breathing Simulator operates reliably within specified laboratory conditions, including an ambient temperature of 21ºC ± 2ºC and relative humidity of 20-80%. The successful bidder will be required to deliver a fully assembled machine to the CSIR's Cottesloe facility in Johannesburg within 30 weeks of the purchase order. Additionally, comprehensive training for CSIR technicians and ongoing technical support will be critical components of the contract, ensuring that the equipment is utilized effectively and maintained properly.
This tender is suitable for manufacturers and suppliers of medical and laboratory equipment, particularly those specializing in respiratory devices and simulation technology. Companies with experience in ISO compliance and technical support services for medical devices are encouraged to apply.
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