Tender Summary: MTHQ158/26

Objectives

To procure a qualified service provider to urgently repair a compromised water pipe within a government facility, halt ongoing water leakage, and prevent structural or electrical damage. The procurement aims to deliver cost-effective maintenance while complying with statutory public sector procurement and preferential scoring frameworks.

Scope of Work

The contract encompasses the inspection, isolation, and repair of a busted pipe located in the kitchen area of the PRD 2 Building (5th floor, corner Sutherland Street, Mthatha). The leaking pipe disrupts water flow passing through Msobomvu and directly threatens Mthatha electric wires at the Msobomvu SAPS Regional Office. The successful contractor will supply all necessary labour, materials, equipment, and testing to restore the piping system to full operational integrity and ensure compliance with municipal and public works maintenance standards.

Technical Requirements

• Submission deadline: 30 September 2026 at 11:00 AM.
• Mandatory functionality assessment scored out of 100 points.
• Achievement of a minimum functionality threshold (Level 1) to qualify for financial evaluation.
• Strict adherence to the prescribed 80/20 evaluation methodology.
• Payment of a non-refundable documentation deposit upon request.
• Compliance with all applicable health, safety, and construction regulations during execution.

Skills Requirements

While not explicitly itemised in the advertisement, the nature of the work necessitates contractors possessing certified plumbing qualifications, proven experience in commercial or government facility maintenance, and competency in diagnosing and repairing pressurised water systems. Contractors must also demonstrate practical knowledge of electrical safety protocols when working in proximity to live wiring, alongside valid business registration, tax compliance, and industry-specific licensing.

Explanation of Key Procurement Terms

• 80/20 Point Scoring System: A standard South African public sector evaluation model where 80% of the total score is allocated to price competitiveness, and 20% is reserved for preferential procurement objectives (such as BBBEE status, local enterprise development, or social equity targets).
• Functionality Score: A pre-qualification stage that assesses whether bidders meet mandatory technical, legal, and administrative requirements. Only bids achieving the stipulated minimum threshold advance to the price comparison phase.
• PRD 2 Building: Refers to a Provincial Departmental facility managed by the Department of Public Works, indicating that all works must comply with government asset management, reporting, and maintenance standards.