Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a major service to standby generators across all clinics under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health. The service aims to ensure the reliable operation, maintenance, and inspection of standby generators to support continuous clinic operations, safeguard equipment, and comply with safety and quality standards.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

• Provision of comprehensive maintenance, servicing, and inspection of diesel-powered standby generators at all clinics listed in the tender.
• Carrying out scheduled preventive maintenance, including oil sampling, cleaning, adjusting belts, checking batteries, and testing engine operation.
• Removal of rubble and proper disposal post-maintenance.
• Notification and coordination with hospital maintenance prior to isolating generators.
• Preparation of detailed reports for each generator unit, including test results and defect notes.
• Adherence to technical specifications, standards, and statutory requirements for safety and quality.
• Provision of related documentation such as completion certificates, purchase orders, and service reports.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Compliance with CIDB standards (minimum CIDB ME Level 1) and valid CIDB good standing certificate.
• Provision of public liability insurance cover of R3,000,000.00.
• Submission of proof of relevant experience, including previous similar jobs with reference letters or purchase orders.
• Adherence to applicable legislation such as Occupational Health and Safety Act, SANS 10142, and health and safety standards.
• Use of approved standards and quality standards for operation, spares, and materials.
• Implementation of scheduled maintenance activities, including oil sampling, belt tension checks, radiator cleaning, battery condition assessment, and engine testing.
• Completion of inspection checklists, defect reporting, and maintenance logs.
• Provision of detailed reports, certificates, and compliance documentation post-service.
• Coordination of works to minimize disruption, with prior notification to the hospital.
• Availability of trained personnel capable of executing all maintenance and inspection tasks as per specifications.