Uthukela District

DBNQ26/07/30

See details below or the tender documentation

2026-08-05 11:00

National Department of Public Works Durban

1 SF

Firefighting Equipment, Fire Protection, Fire Alarms and Sprinklers and Firefighting Services

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Department of Public Works

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Tender Notice and Invitation to Tender
uThukela District
Employer Tender Number: DBNQ26/07/30
cidb Reference Number: 100119275
NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DURBAN INVITES TENDERS FOR ONCE-OFF PREVENTATIVE AND DAY TO
DAY MAINTENANCE OF PORTABLE FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT IN STATE BUILDING
It is estimated that tenderers should have a cidb contractor grading of 1SF or higher.
Preferences are offered to tenderers who have a CIDB Contractor grading designation of 1 SF or Higher
Only tenderers who to be awarded to the highest scoring acceptance tender. Points will be allocated for:
(a) Price and Preference points scoring system applicable is 80/20: according to formula in PPPFA: Regulations 2022.
(b) It is compulsory that service providers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
(c) Bidder to take note of requirements in PA:16 for allocation of points for specific goal in terms of PPPFA: Regulations 2022.
(d) Bidder must submit a minimum of three (3) reference letters or proof of appointment and completion for similar portable fire
equipment servicing work completed within the last three (3) years
- References must be on the client's original letterhead and signed by the Project Manager or other duly authorised representative of
the client.
- The Department reserves the right to verify all submitted references.
(e) Bidders must provide proof that the technicians/artisans who will perform the work are registered with SAQCC Fire as competent fire
equipment technicians.
- A valid SAQCC registration card and/ or certificate must be submitted with quotation.
- Failure to submit valid proof may result in disqualification.
(f) Bidder must fully complete, sign and submit the SBD3.1 document (price Schedule - Firm Prices) with the quotation. Failure to fully
complete or submit the document may result in the quotation being deemed non-responsive. are eligible to submit tenders.
Bidders to note that the document will not be sold
Bidders are encouraged to download the document from the website: www.publicworks.gov.za
Queries relating to the issues of these documents may be addressed to:
Vama Khumalo
Tel No. 0674167424
E-mail. [email protected]
The closing time for receipt of Tenders is 11h00 on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Emailed and Late Tenders will not be accepted.
Tenders may only be submitted on the tender documentation that is issued.
Requirements for sealing, addressing, delivering, opening and assessment of Tenders are stated in the Tender Data.



Additional Information:
Employer Name: National Department of Public Works Durban
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Municipality: Uthukela District Municipality
Closing Date: 2026-08-05 11:00
Site Meeting: No
Briefing Date:
CIDB Class: 1 SF
Subcategory:
Documents Available from: 22 July 2026

Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a service provider for the once-off preventative and day-to-day maintenance of portable firefighting equipment in state buildings within the uThukela District. The aim is to ensure that firefighting equipment is properly serviced, maintained, and compliant with safety standards.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

  • Provision of preventative maintenance services for portable firefighting equipment.
  • Day-to-day maintenance and servicing of portable firefighting equipment in state buildings.
  • Verification and certification of technicians/artisans as competent fire equipment technicians registered with SAQCC Fire.
  • Provision of proof of previous similar work completed within the last three years, including reference letters or proof of appointment and completion.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for the tender include:

  • Having a CIDB contractor grading of 1SF or higher.
  • Service providers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
  • Technicians/artisans performing the work must be registered with SAQCC Fire as competent fire equipment technicians.
  • Submission of a fully completed and signed SBD3.1 (Price Schedule - Firm Prices) document.
  • Provision of at least three (3) reference letters or proof of similar work completed in the last three years.

Skills Requirements

The skills requirements specify that:

  • Technicians/artisans must be registered with SAQCC Fire as competent fire equipment technicians.
  • Bidder must demonstrate experience and capability through references and proof of previous similar work.
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