Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to supply, install, test, commission, and provide training for thirty-three (33) new floor-mounted auditorium chairs at Queen Nandi Hospital. The project aims to upgrade the hospital's auditorium seating with new, compliant, and ergonomically designed foldable chairs that meet safety and quality standards.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Assessment and removal of existing auditorium chairs, including stripping good-condition chairs from the back rows for reinstallation.
• Removal of old mounting rails and installation of new rails for the back rows.
• Supply and installation of thirty-three (33) new foldable auditorium chairs matching existing design and standards.
• Reinstallation of good-condition chairs into the central rows.
• Ensuring all chairs are properly aligned, stable, and operational.
• Testing, commissioning, and providing training on chair operation and maintenance.

Technical Requirements

The chairs must:

• Conform to relevant standards such as SANS 1400 series, SANS 11011, and SANS 10400.
• Be brand new, unused, and fully upholstered with fire-retardant foam and durable fabric.
• Have foldable seats with fixed backrests and dual armrests (black plastic).
• Be mounted on new heavy-duty steel rails anchored to the floor.
• Operate quietly, smoothly, and be tamper-proof with concealed fasteners.
• Match existing chairs in size, colour, and operational features.
• Meet safety, ergonomics, and fire safety standards, including compliance with ISO certifications.

Skills Requirements

The contractor must demonstrate:

• Experience in installing auditorium or similar seating systems, with references for similar projects.
• Ability to assess existing site conditions and verify mounting positions prior to manufacturing.
• Competence in dismantling existing seating and rails carefully without damage.
• Capability to supply and install compliant, high-quality furniture according to technical specifications.
• Provision of testing, commissioning, and training services for hospital staff.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including submission of a safety plan and use of PPE.