Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure supply, delivery, and installation of commercial tumble dryers and washing machines that meet specified technical standards, ensuring efficient laundry operations at Madadeni Nursing Campus under the Department of Health. The tender aims to select qualified suppliers capable of providing equipment with appropriate technical features, warranties, and maintenance support to ensure reliable performance over the contract period.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Provision of commercial electric tumble dryers with 8/9kg capacity, including installation, testing, and demonstration.
• Supply of commercial washer extractors with 10/11kg capacity, including installation, testing, and demonstration.
• Provision of comprehensive maintenance and support services, including a five-year preventative maintenance agreement for the tumble dryers.
• Adherence to technical specifications, standards, and compliance requirements as outlined in the tender documents.

Technical Requirements

The equipment must meet the following technical specifications:

• For tumble dryers:
  • Dimensions approximately 600mm wide x 1000mm height x 600mm depth.
  • Controlled by an electronic micro-processor with adjustable parameters (temperature, program, cool-down time).
  • Overheating protection and safety door interlock.
  • Hot air exhaust at the rear to outside atmosphere.
  • Capacity between 8-9kg dry weight, front-loading, top-loading options are acceptable.
  • Operation off 220V single-phase power supply.
  • Compliance with SANS 10146 and relevant health and safety standards.
• For washer extractors:
  • Dimensions approximately 650mm wide, 1000mm high, 700mm deep.
  • Control via micro-processor with program selection, display of remaining time, error codes, and multi-language support.
  • Ability to use powder or liquid supplies, with safety interlock on loading door.
  • Fitted with a door for easy loading/unloading, two water inlets, and a water-operated drain valve.
  • Operation off 220V single-phase power supply.
  • Spare parts availability for at least 10 years from the manufacturer.
  • Includes manuals, training, and demonstration support.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Experience in supplying, installing, and maintaining commercial laundry equipment, supported by relevant project documentation (minimum of 3 similar projects completed in the last 5 years).
• Technical competency of personnel, with qualifications and CVs evidencing extensive experience (minimum 5-10 years) in laundry equipment servicing and maintenance.
• Availability of local maintenance workshops with proof of address, capable of providing timely servicing and repairs within KwaZulu-Natal.
• Provision of a qualified technical team trained by OEM, with proof of training, and availability of spare parts and consumables.
• Capability to provide a five-year preventative maintenance agreement, including detailed cost breakdowns and service schedules.