Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to execute essential floor repair works at the Prince Albert Clinic. The aim is to restore structural integrity, ensure hygiene and safety compliance, and provide a durable, functional flooring system that supports uninterrupted healthcare service delivery.

Scope

The scope covers all activities required to rehabilitate and repair flooring at the specified clinic location. This includes surface preparation, removal of defective materials, installation or restoration of flooring finishes, and final cleaning. The exact quantities, material specifications, and work boundaries will be detailed in the official tender documentation. The contractor must complete the works within the agreed timeframe while minimising disruption to clinical operations.

Technical Requirements

• Contractor Grading: Tenderers must hold a minimum Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) contractor grading of 1GB or higher.
• Economic Transformation: Eligibility and preference points are linked to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) status levels.
• Submission Rules: Only physical tenders submitted on the official documentation will be considered. Emailed, incomplete, or late submissions will be rejected. Tenders must be correctly sealed, addressed, and delivered by the closing date and time.
• Regulatory Compliance: All works must comply with applicable South African National Standards (SANS), occupational health and safety legislation, and Department of Health facility maintenance guidelines.

Skills Requirements

While specific trade certifications are not listed in the notice, the 1GB CIDB grading threshold implies that the contractor must demonstrate:

• Competent project management and site supervision to coordinate repair activities efficiently.
• Access to appropriate plant, machinery, and specialised tools for clinical flooring rehabilitation.
• A skilled workforce including qualified tilers, plasterers, painters, and general builders with experience in healthcare environment renovations.
• Practical knowledge of infection prevention and control protocols to ensure works do not compromise patient safety or clinical workflows.

Explanation of Key Terms

• CIDB Contractor Grading (1GB): A South African classification system that evaluates a contractor’s financial capacity, plant and equipment availability, management capability, and trading history. A 1GB designation confirms the ability to execute medium-value construction projects independently.
• B-BBEE: Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, a national policy framework aimed at redressing historical economic inequalities by promoting inclusive growth and ownership among previously disadvantaged groups. Compliance significantly influences tender evaluation scoring.
• EPS: Electronic Procurement System, the official digital platform used by South African public entities to advertise tenders, manage clarification queries, and track procurement lifecycle events.