Objectives

The primary objective is to procure a batch of electrical hardware materials through a transparent, multi-stage evaluation process. The tender prioritizes cost efficiency, strict adherence to product specifications, and socio-economic transformation by integrating a structured preference points system aligned with national procurement policies.

Scope

The procurement covers the supply of twelve (12) adult-model power distribution units. The scope encompasses:

• Manufacturing, sourcing, and delivery of hardware meeting defined material and functional standards.
• Submission of complete administrative, capacity, and compliance documentation.
• Provision of physical samples for independent inspection and performance verification prior to contract award.
• Compliance with statutory regulations and declared socio-economic transformation targets.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must satisfy the following product specifications and procedural mandates:

• Material & Design: White ABS plastic construction with a modern aesthetic.
• Functional Features: Integrated overload protection, surge protection against voltage fluctuations, flexible cord length for convenient positioning, and a single on/off switch controlling all connected devices.
• Quantity: Exactly 12 units.
• Documentation: Valid administrative forms, proof of operational capacity, and verifiable evidence confirming specification compliance.
• Sample Submission: Minimum of three (3) physical samples must be provided. The procuring authority reserves the right to test these samples, request additional units, or disqualify bids that fail to meet standards.

Skills Requirements

While explicit certification requirements are not detailed in the available documentation, bidders are expected to demonstrate:

• Proven capability to produce or source compliant electrical hardware that meets safety, durability, and performance benchmarks.
• Competency in completing standardized procurement documentation and accurately declaring socio-economic transformation metrics.
• Operational readiness to fulfill delivery timelines and withstand rigorous, sample-based quality verification processes.

Explanation of Unusual Terms

Price and Preference Points System: The evaluation uses a 100-point scoring model. Eighty percent (80%) is allocated to competitive pricing, where the lowest compliant bid receives maximum points. Twenty percent (20%) is reserved for specific socio-economic goals, including procurement targeting historically disadvantaged groups, women-owned enterprises, and businesses owned by persons with disabilities, distributed according to approved national tariff schemes.

Sample-Based Verification (Stage 5): Unlike standard document-only tenders, this procurement mandates physical sample submission. Products will be inspected and tested against stated specifications before final evaluation. Failure to demonstrate compliance through samples may result in immediate disqualification, regardless of price or documentation quality.