Objectives

The primary objective is to supply, deliver, and install a comprehensive network-based CCTV surveillance system across multiple electrical substations. The system aims to enhance physical security, enable continuous monitoring, facilitate rapid crime and incident detection, and protect critical municipal electrical infrastructure.

Scope of Work

• Supply and install fifteen (15) network cameras across six designated substations, covering both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Provide complete supporting infrastructure: a 32-channel 4K AcuSense Network Video Recorder (NVR), five 12TB surveillance-grade hard drives, 500 meters of outdoor shielded Ethernet cabling, PoE networking equipment, and power backup solutions.
• Replace specified legacy cameras with new compliant units, ensuring seamless integration with existing municipal network architecture.
• Execute full installation, termination, configuration, testing, commissioning, and operational handover.
• Complete all works within ninety (90) working days from receipt of the official order.

Technical Requirements

• Cameras: Mix of 4MP turret, 8MP bullet, and one 4MP ANPR smart monitor cameras. Must feature IP67 weatherproofing, IEEE 802.3af/at PoE compliance, scene-adaptive WDR, advanced low-light/color imaging, and AI-driven person/vehicle classification.
• NVR & Storage: 32-channel AcuSense 4K NVR supporting deep learning analytics, facial recognition, perimeter protection, and ANPR. Must accommodate up to twenty 12TB surveillance hard drives with CMR recording technology.
• Cabling & Infrastructure: 24 AWG solid copper, UV-resistant, outdoor shielded FTP Cat5e Ethernet cable. All components must meet manufacturer specifications and comply with relevant SANS/IEC standards.
• Compatibility: Specifications are benchmarked against Hikvision products. Equivalent brands are permitted provided they match or exceed functional capabilities and integrate seamlessly with existing municipal systems.
• Compliance & Safety: Full adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations, and submission of a project-specific safety plan.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Valid Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) Letter of Good Standing.
• Public and Employers Liability insurance with comprehensive coverage (minimum R2 million) valid for the entire project duration.
• Medical Level 1 certificate for all deployed personnel.
• Site supervisor/foreman must hold a valid ORHVS certificate.
• Proven track record: Submission of proof for at least two comparable CCTV/network camera installation contracts with a consolidated value of R100,000 or more (inclusive of VAT).
• Tax compliance verification via SARS/TCS PIN or Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration.
• B-BBEE compliance documentation to qualify for preferential procurement points.
• Capability to manage specialized electrical substation installations, including elevated work coordination, structured cabling termination, and health & safety oversight.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

• ORHVS Certificate: A specialized occupational health and safety certification mandated for supervisors operating in or adjacent to high-voltage electrical substations. It verifies training in substation-specific hazards, safe isolation practices, and emergency protocols.
• ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition): AI-powered camera technology that captures, processes, and reads vehicle license plates in real-time. The specified unit is calibrated for South African plate formats and integrates with deep learning algorithms for traffic and access monitoring.
• AcuSense Technology: An advanced video analytics platform that uses deep learning to distinguish between humans, vehicles, and other objects. This significantly reduces false alarms caused by animals or environmental factors while enabling precise perimeter protection and event tracking.
• 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 for socio-economic goals (specifically B-BBEE status level and local economic development within the municipality’s jurisdiction).
• Retention Period: A contractual clause requiring the municipality to withhold a portion of payments for six months post-completion. This ensures the contractor remains accountable for defect rectification and maintains service quality during the warranty phase.