Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure and install eight (8) medical hand wash basins with elbow action taps at Eastwood Clinic, KwaZulu-Natal, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards. The project aims to enhance hygiene facilities within the clinic while minimizing disruption to existing services and ensuring proper installation, commissioning, and warranty coverage.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Supply of eight (8) ceramic fireclay medical hand wash basins with elbow action taps, splash back, and associated plumbing fittings.
• Installation of the basins at the designated site within Eastwood Clinic, ensuring proper fixing and connection to existing infrastructure.
• Ensuring the move and placement are carried out with minimal disruption, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Commissioning and leaving the facilities in a serviceable condition, with a guarantee period of twenty-four months.
• Compliance with relevant standards, including SABS approval and South African National Building Regulations.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications include:

• Supply and installation of eight (8) medical hand wash basins with elbow action taps, splash backs, and necessary plumbing accessories.
• Material must be SABS approved and compliant with South African standards.
• Basins must measure approximately 585 x 435 mm, with features such as 1/4 turn wrist action mixers, c.p. waste, overflow tubes, and fixing screws.
• Installation to be performed in accordance with SANS 10400 and Occupational Health and Safety Act, ensuring minimal disruption and damage.
• Site visit and compulsory briefing session scheduled for 24 November 2025 at 541 Boom Street, Pietermaritzburg.
• Work to be completed within a contract period of eight weeks from site handover, with a two-year guarantee period.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Proven experience in installing medical and sanitary plumbing fixtures in public health facilities.
• Certification from ECB/DOL confirming compliance and accreditation for plumbing works.
• Good standing with the Department of Labour, including submission of relevant certificates and references for similar projects.
• Ability to coordinate with health facility management to ensure timely and minimally disruptive installation.
• Adherence to health and safety standards, including proper PPE usage and site safety protocols.
• Capability to provide warranty and after-sales support for the installed fixtures.