Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure and install internal signage at St Chads Community Health Centre (CHC). This includes supplying all necessary materials, equipment, and labor to carry out the installation, repair, and re-use of signage as specified, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

• Installation of internal signage including new signage and re-use of existing signs.
• Supply of all materials, equipment, and labor required for installation and repair.
• Installation of signage on steel frames, walls, or existing structures within the facility.
• Adherence to technical specifications such as signage dimensions, materials (Chromadek, aluminum, Perspex), and safety standards (OSHA, SANS 1186-1:2015).
• Provision of signage for various departments and directions, including welcome signs, parking signs, departmental signs, and safety/warning signs.
• Ensuring all signage is photo-luminescent for power failure scenarios and complies with SABS standards.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications include:

• Use of rust-free aluminum and high-durability metal poles, with signage mounted on galvanized steel poles (H=2500mm, 80mm dimension).
• Sign sizes vary, e.g., L=1300mm x H=1000mm, L=98cm x B=1.38m, and other specified dimensions.
• Signage must be Chromadek, compliant with OSHA, SANS 1186-1:2015, and SABS approved.
• Installation on steel frames, walls, or existing structures, with mounting on unistrut or steel frames, painted with anti-corrosion paint where applicable.
• All signage must be photo-luminescent for visibility during power outages.
• Material used must be SABS approved; any substandard materials will be rejected.
• Signage for directions, safety, departmental information, and special signs such as biohazard, health waste, maternity, and others, as detailed in specifications.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must possess:

• Technical expertise in signage installation, including working with steel, aluminum, Perspex, and Chromadek materials.
• Experience in mounting signage on various surfaces, including walls, steel frames, and existing structures.
• Knowledge of safety standards such as OSHA and SANS 1186-1:2015.
• Capability to handle electrical components if signage is photo-luminescent or involves lighting.
• Qualified personnel for site inspection, installation, and repair work.
• Ability to coordinate with the facility’s management and ensure minimal disruption during installation.
• Proficiency in adhering to technical specifications, safety protocols, and quality standards.