Tender Summary: ENG2027-2026

Objectives

The Department of Health Western Cape aims to appoint a qualified contractor to provide routine maintenance, service, and repair of mechanical systems at the Worcester Pathology Laboratory, Community Development Centre, and Emergency Medical Services facilities. The objective is to ensure the reliable operation of critical mechanical infrastructure over a contract period of 24 months.

Scope of Work

The scope covers the comprehensive routine maintenance, servicing, and repair of all mechanical systems associated with the designated facilities. This includes specialized attention to air conditioning and refrigeration equipment necessary for the operational integrity of the pathology laboratory and medical services environments.

Technical Requirements

• CIDB Grading: Tenderers must hold a Construction Industry Development Board contractor grading of 2ME or higher.
• ePS Commodity: Classification under ePS Commodity 2ME or higher is mandatory.
• Tax Compliance: Tenderers must demonstrate tax compliance with the South African Revenue Service at the moment of tender closing.
• Workshop Location: The contractor must operate a workshop situated within the Western Cape province to enable efficient maintenance delivery.
• Site Meeting Attendance: Participation in the compulsory clarification meeting is strictly required. Tenderers who arrive late or fail to attend will be disqualified immediately.
• Submission Format: Tenderers must print the full tender document, including the Bill of Quantities and specifications, and physically present it at the site meeting. Electronic submissions via email or late tenders will be rejected.

Skills Requirements

• SAQCC Practitioner: The contractor must employ a Category B6 SAQCC Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Practitioner. This individual must be registered in the company's name and possess specific qualifications for the service and repair of air conditioning equipment.

Explanation of Terms

• CIDB Grading 2ME: The Construction Industry Development Board grading system assesses contractor capability. Grade 2ME denotes Mechanical Engineering Works at Level 2, indicating the contractor has the financial and technical capacity to execute medium-scale mechanical engineering projects.
• ePS: Stands for Electronic Procurement System, the government platform utilized for managing tender processes and commodity classifications.
• SAQCC: Refers to the regulatory framework governing air conditioning and refrigeration practitioners in South Africa, ensuring adherence to safety and technical standards for handling refrigerants and electrical systems.
• Category B6: A specific qualification level within the SAQCC framework, representing advanced competency in air conditioning and refrigeration work.
• BOQ: Bill of Quantities, a document itemizing the materials, parts, labor, and other resources required for the project.
• SARS: South African Revenue Service, the national authority responsible for tax administration and compliance verification.
• CDC & EMS: Acronyms identifying the specific facilities involved: Community Development Centre and Emergency Medical Services, alongside the Pathology Laboratory.