Tender Summary: Mthq168/26

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a service provider to deliver comprehensive service, repairs, and maintenance for platform lifts located at three magistrate courts. The contract ensures the safe, reliable, and accessible operation of vertical transport systems over a fixed period.

Scope of Work

• Service Description: Routine servicing, corrective repairs, and preventive maintenance for platform lifts.
• Lift Models: Cibes A5000 and Flexstep.
• Locations:
• Ngqamakwe Magistrate Court
• Centane Magistrate Court
• Idutywa Magistrate Court
• Contract Duration: 36 months.
• Asset Reference: PRD 2 Building, 5th floor, Corner Sutherland Street, Mthatha (associated with the Mthatha Ngqamakwe facility).

Technical Requirements

• Functionality Scoring: Bids include a functionality component scored out of 100 points. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability relevant to the scope.
• Minimum Compliance Level: Bidders must achieve a minimum Level 1 designation to qualify for further evaluation regarding price and preference points.
• Compulsory Briefing: Attendance at a mandatory briefing is required. The briefing is scheduled for 06/10/2026 at 11:00 AM at the Ngqamakwe Magistrate Court.
• Closing Date: Submissions must be received by 14/10/2026 at 11:00 AM.
• Evaluation Method: The bid uses an 80/20 point scoring system, allocating 80 points to price and 20 points to preference.
• Documentation Cost: Tender documents are available at a non-refundable deposit of R 00 per set.

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Specialized Lift Expertise: Proven experience in maintaining and repairing platform lifts, with specific competency in Cibes A5000 and Flexstep mechanisms.
• Technical Proficiency: Ability to meet functionality scoring criteria, demonstrating knowledge of lift safety standards, troubleshooting, and repair protocols.
• Operational Capacity: Capability to sustain service delivery across multiple court locations for 36 months.
• Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of preferential procurement requirements to satisfy the 80/20 scoring system and BBBEE Level 1 requirements.

Key Definitions and Terms

Platform Lifts (Cibes A5000 and Flexstep)

Platform lifts are vertical transport devices designed primarily for wheelchair accessibility, distinct from standard passenger elevators due to their compact size and open-platform design. Cibes A5000 and Flexstep refer to specific lift models utilizing unique drive technologies (such as screw-driven or hydraulic systems), requiring specialized technical knowledge and proprietary parts for effective maintenance.

80/20 Point Scoring System

An evaluation framework where 80 points are awarded based on the competitiveness of the price offered, and 20 points are allocated for preferential procurement goals, such as transformation targets and enterprise development.

Level 1

Refers to a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) compliance level. Achieving Level 1 indicates a high degree of compliance and typically grants significant preference points in government procurement evaluations.