Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure an annual service of the fire systems at Mosvold Clinics, ensuring that fire safety equipment is maintained, serviced, and compliant with relevant standards. The service aims to ensure the safety of staff, patients, and visitors by maintaining operational fire safety equipment across multiple clinics within the KwaZulu-Natal province.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Inspection, servicing, and maintenance of fire extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, and associated fire safety equipment at Mosvold Hospital and various clinics (e.g., Mbadhleni, Ndumo, Shemula, Kwambezi, Ekukhuleni, Manyiseni, Nkungwini, and others).
• Replacement or repair of faulty or damaged fire safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, hoses, nozzles, and hydrants.
• Installation of new fire safety equipment such as fire hoses, extinguishers, and signage where required.
• Provision of emergency repairs and preventative maintenance as per standards (e.g., SANS 1475, 1476).
• Training of staff on fire safety equipment handling if required.
• Adherence to specified standards, safety regulations, and manufacturer instructions during servicing.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Compliance with SANS 1475, 1476, 105, 105, 1576 standards for servicing and maintenance of fire equipment.
• Use of qualified, registered technicians with valid SAQCC certificates.
• Proper inspection, testing, and certification of fire extinguishers, hoses, hydrants, and related equipment.
• Pressure testing of cylinders (e.g., CO2 cylinders every 5 years, others every 3 years).
• Provision of detailed service reports, certificates, and labels indicating next service date.
• Replacement of defective parts, seals, and damaged equipment with genuine or approved components.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including occupational health standards.
• Timely completion of servicing within specified timeframes (e.g., 15 working days from order).

Skills and Skills Requirements

The tenderer must demonstrate:

• Qualified technicians registered with the South African Qualification and Certification Committee for the Fire Industry (SAQCC).
• Experience in servicing and maintaining fire safety equipment in healthcare or similar environments.
• Ability to conduct pressure tests, repairs, and replacements according to standards and manufacturer instructions.
• Capability to provide detailed reports, certificates, and documentation for compliance purposes.
• Capacity to respond promptly to emergency repairs and service requests, with offices or workshops within KwaZulu-Natal preferred.
• Provision of references or proof of past experience in similar fire safety maintenance projects.
• Adequate staffing, equipment, and infrastructure to carry out the scope of work efficiently.