Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure the service of fire fighting equipment, including inspection, maintenance, and supply of related accessories, at St Andrews Hospital. The aim is to ensure that all fire safety equipment is properly serviced, compliant with safety standards, and operationally ready to safeguard the hospital environment.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

• Servicing of fire extinguishers, fire hose reels, and fire hydrants.
• Supply and delivery of universal wall mount fire extinguisher brackets.
• On-site inspection and testing of fire fighting equipment.
• Provision of service reports with detailed specifications and cost estimates.
• Compliance with relevant standards and registration requirements (e.g., SAQCC).

The services are to be performed on-site at St Andrews Hospital, with a once-off contract period, including all necessary inspections, testing, and supply of accessories.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers in accordance with CGA C-1, C-6, and NFPA 10 standards.
• Inspection and sealing of fire hose reels and hydrants, checking for leaks, water tightness, and flow rates.
• Numbering and proper labeling of fire safety equipment.
• Supply and installation of fire extinguisher brackets compliant with SAQCC registration.
• Preparation of detailed service reports with specifications and cost estimates.
• All equipment must be registered with SAQCC and meet the minimum requirements specified.

Skills and Skills Requirements

The bidder must demonstrate:

• Qualified personnel with Level 3 Fire Gas Suppression certification or equivalent, capable of servicing fire fighting equipment on-site.
• Experience in hydrostatic testing, inspection, and maintenance of fire safety equipment.
• Knowledge of relevant standards such as NFPA 10, CGA C-1, and C-6.
• Ability to produce detailed service reports and cost estimates.
• Registration with SAQCC for fire equipment servicing and compliance.
• Provision of technical support and documentation, including after-service reports and compliance certificates.