Tender Summary: Service 3T Manhand Forklift

Objectives

To secure a qualified service provider for the comprehensive maintenance and servicing of a 3-tonne Manhand forklift at the SANPC OPC Saldanha facility. The primary objective is to ensure continuous, safe, and reliable equipment operation while adhering to South African public procurement regulations and transformation mandates.

Scope of Work

The successful bidder will perform on-site maintenance for a specified forklift (Model: CPCD 30N-RW10, Serial No.: F4AE14720, Engine: 2015 Isuzu). Key deliverables include:

• Routine replacement of engine oil, oil filter, fuel filter, air filter, and hydraulic filter.
• Application of all required lubricants and topping up of differential oil.
• Inspection, adjustment, and replacement of worn components, including chain tension adjustment and reporting of excessive wear.
• Detection and replacement of seals and gaskets, followed by post-repair leak testing.
• Comprehensive defect inspection with detailed reporting to guarantee safe and reliable operation.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate the technical capacity to service a 3-tonne industrial forklift with a 2015 Isuzu engine. Requirements include:

• Proficiency in hydraulic systems, diesel engine maintenance, lubrication protocols, and diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Adherence to manufacturer specifications and industry safety standards during all maintenance procedures.
• Mandatory registration on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD) and proof of SARS Tax Compliance Status.
• Submission of valid BBBEE status documentation (certificate or sworn affidavit) to qualify for preference points.
• Unconditional, fully itemised pricing inclusive of VAT, with quotations valid for exactly 90 calendar days.

Skills Requirements

The service provider must deploy certified forklift technicians or mechanical specialists with demonstrated experience in heavy-duty industrial equipment. Essential competencies include:

• Hands-on expertise in Manhand/CPCD series forklifts and Isuzu diesel engine servicing.
• Skilled execution of hydraulic seal replacement, drive chain calibration, and component diagnostics.
• Strong adherence to occupational health and safety protocols during on-site operations.
• Administrative capability to manage public sector compliance requirements, including tax clearance, BBBEE verification, and anti-collusion declarations.

Notable Procurement Terms

PPPFA 80/20 Preference System: Evaluation allocates 80 points to price competitiveness and 20 points to transformation goals (10 points for enterprises with ≥51% black ownership and 10 points for those with ≥30% female ownership).

Certificates of Independent Bid Determination: Mandatory declaration confirming no collusive bidding, price-fixing, or market allocation agreements with competitors.

Responsiveness Stages: Bids undergo strict administrative and substantive checks; failure to comply with any criterion results in immediate disqualification before scoring.

Payment & Validity: Payment is processed within 30 days of receiving a compliant tax invoice upon service completion. SANPC reserves the right to conduct post-award negotiations and may terminate contracts awarded based on fraudulent information or non-compliance.