Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a reputable, competent, and accredited plumbing contractor to execute maintenance and repair works on plumbing systems in King Cetshwayo District Forensic Mortuaries (Richards Bay and Eshowe) over a period of three (3) years. The contract aims to ensure the ongoing functionality, safety, and integrity of plumbing infrastructure through scheduled maintenance, repairs, and inspections.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Conducting a comprehensive initial condition assessment of existing plumbing systems with a detailed report, including photographs, costs, and recommendations.
• Performing reactive repairs as required to restore plumbing systems to operational condition.
• Implementing preventive maintenance, including monthly inspections of plumbing fixtures, leaks, drains, and gutters.
• Annual jetting or high-pressure cleaning of sewer lines and plumbing components.
• Providing regular reports on system status, findings, and maintenance activities.
• Ensuring minimal disruption to facility operations during maintenance activities.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Provision of a detailed project organogram showing key resources and personnel.
• Demonstration of relevant experience with similar plumbing maintenance projects.
• Proof of physical location and CIDB contractor grading of 2SO or higher.
• Implementation of Occupational Health and Safety standards in all activities.
• Use of new, high-quality, and compliant materials (e.g., SABS-marked items).
• Availability of skilled personnel, including project managers and qualified plumbers.
• Adherence to specified response times for emergency (1 hour) and normal (4 hours) breakdowns.
• Provision of safety policies, risk assessments, and incident management procedures.

Skills Requirements

The tenderer must demonstrate:

• Qualified and experienced plumbing personnel with relevant certifications.
• Organizational capacity to deliver timely and quality maintenance services.
• Proven experience in executing similar maintenance contracts, supported by references.
• Capability to provide comprehensive safety management and compliance documentation.
• Availability of necessary tools, equipment, and resources to perform scheduled and emergency works.