Objectives

The primary objective is to perform comprehensive maintenance on a 14,000-litre underground diesel storage tank at Montebello Hospital. The service aims to eliminate water accumulation and rust formation, restore fuel integrity, and ensure reliable operation of the facility's emergency power supply infrastructure while adhering to strict environmental and safety standards.

Scope of Work

• Execute a complete cleaning and filtration process to remove debris, solid contaminants, entrapped/emulsified water, and microbial or bacterial growth.
• Restore fuel quality without the use of toxic biocides.
• Conduct pre- and post-service fuel sampling from the bottom, middle, and top of the tank in 250ml containers, witnessed by institutional maintenance staff.
• Provide visual comparative tests between pre- and post-service samples.
• Arrange and fund independent laboratory testing of conditioned fuel from an unaffiliated facility.
• Record and document the total volume of contaminants removed.
• Safely dispose of all condemned fuel and contaminated materials in full compliance with environmental legislation, providing proof of disposal in the final report.
• Submit a detailed after-service report upon completion.

Technical Requirements

• All work must comply with SANS 10142-1 (wiring of premises) and the Occupational Safety Act.
• Post-service diesel must meet SANS 342 quality specifications, with sulphur content not exceeding original baseline levels.
• Filtration methodology must strictly avoid toxic chemical additives.
• Independent laboratory certification is mandatory to validate fuel condition.
• Contaminant disposal must follow prescribed legal frameworks, with documented confirmation required.
• Bidders must submit proof of previous relevant work experience alongside all statutory returnable documents.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Hold a recognised qualification as a Qualified Artisan.
• Demonstrate verifiable prior experience in underground diesel tank servicing or equivalent industrial fuel maintenance.
• Maintain active registration on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD).
• Provide a valid B-BBEE Level Verification Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs).
• Comply with all standard public procurement statutory forms and declarations.
• Preference points are allocated to enterprises operating within the Illembe Municipality.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

• SANS 342: The South African National Standard that defines the physical, chemical, and performance specifications for diesel fuel used in engines and generators.
• SANS 10142-1: A national wiring code ensuring that electrical installations, pumps, and control systems surrounding the diesel tank meet rigorous safety and compliance standards.
• Toxic Biocide Restriction: An environmental safeguard prohibiting chemical biocides during filtration to prevent groundwater/soil contamination and protect hospital operations from hazardous chemical exposure.
• 80/20 Preference Point System: A South African public procurement scoring model where 80% of evaluation points are awarded based on competitive pricing, and 20% are allocated to designated socio-economic goals, such as supporting local municipal enterprises.
• CSD & B-BBEE: Mandatory government procurement registers and transformation frameworks. CSD verifies supplier legitimacy and tax compliance, while B-BBEE ensures alignment with national enterprise development and equity policies.