Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to establish a 3-year contract for plumbing systems maintenance and repair services at Zululand District Mortuaries. The contract aims to ensure the effective upkeep, preventative, and reactive maintenance of plumbing infrastructure to maintain operational functionality and safety standards.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Provision of plumbing maintenance and repair services at Vryheid, Phongola, and Nongoma mortuaries.
• Preventative maintenance activities such as CCTV drain inspections, system cleaning, and annual testing.
• Reactive/corrective repairs to restore plumbing systems to operational condition.
• Development and implementation of inspection, testing, and maintenance plans.
• Provision of all necessary plant, tools, and materials for maintenance tasks.
• Adherence to safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Enter into a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with the Department upon contract award.

Technical Requirements

The technical scope encompasses:

• Proof of plumbing trade test certificates and relevant experience.
• CIDB registration grade 2SO or higher.
• Provision of an organogram showing key technical resources.
• Development of inspection, testing, and maintenance plans within 14 days of contract signing.
• Conducting annual, quarterly, and monthly inspections and maintenance activities as specified.
• Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.
• Root cause analysis and reporting for incidents.
• Availability for 24/7 response to breakdowns, with specified response times.
• Proper reporting, documentation, and record-keeping of maintenance activities.

Skills Requirements

The tenderer must possess:

• Trade-tested plumbers with valid certificates.
• Experience in plumbing maintenance and repairs, demonstrated through references and work history.
• Qualified and competent personnel at all levels, supported by an organized team structure.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, including the ability to develop and implement safety plans.
• Capability to develop and adhere to maintenance schedules and reports.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and coordination with the Department’s officials.
• Availability of necessary tools, equipment, and materials for efficient service delivery.