Rfq-network Tools for Fibre Testing Please See the Attached Specification-by 4 November 2025

SC 10099989 - 7000015581

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Tender Closed on: 2025-11-04 12:00

uMhlathuze Municipality

Fibre Optic Supplies, Installation and Maintenance, Information and Communications Technology, Network Cabling Supplies, Installation and Maintenance, Sensors, Instrumentation, Measuring Instruments, Temperature Monitoring, Gas Detection and Monitoring, Pollution Monitoring

KwaZulu-Natal, Richards Bay

uMhlathuze Municipality

uMhlathuze Municipality Tenders

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RFQ-Network Tools for Fibre Testing Please see the attached specification-BY 4 NOVEMBER 2025


Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure network tools specifically designed for fibre testing, including OTDRs, fibre inspection microscopes, and cleaning tools, to support the City of uMhlathuze's telecommunications infrastructure. The aim is to ensure reliable, accurate, and efficient fibre testing and maintenance capabilities in the field.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply of:

  • Fibre testing equipment such as OTDRs (Optical Time Domain Reflectometers) with specified technical features.
  • Fiber inspection microscopes and cleaning tools for connector end-face maintenance.
  • Accessories including power meters, light sources, and cleaning consumables.
  • Additional optional functionalities like power measurement, tone generation, and remote referencing capabilities.

The procurement also includes associated accessories, software features for analysis and reporting, rugged field design, and compliance with specified technical standards.

Technical Requirements

Wavelengths

  • Single-mode: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm (filtered for in-service testing)
  • Multimode: 850 nm, 1300 nm

Performance Specifications

  • Dynamic Range: ≥42 dB (single-mode), ≥26 dB (multimode)
  • Event Dead Zone: ≤0.8 m (single-mode), ≤1.0 m (multimode)
  • Attenuation Dead Zone: ≤4.0 m (single-mode), ≤5.0 m (multimode)
  • Distance Range: Up to 250 km (single-mode), 10 km (multimode)
  • Pulse Widths: 3 ns to 20 µs
  • Sampling Resolution: 0.05 m

Display and Connectivity

  • 7-inch or larger outdoor-enhanced touchscreen
  • USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Minimum internal storage of 1000 traces
  • Battery life of at least 8 hours

Software and Ruggedness

  • Automated analysis, pass/fail thresholds, trace comparison, report generation
  • Built-in visual fault locator (VFL)
  • Rugged design with IP54 rating or better, operating temperature from -10°C to 50°C

Additional Features

  • Dual or triple wavelength operation (including 1490 nm for FTTx testing)
  • Output power around -5 dBm with high power stability
  • Interchangeable connectors (FC, SC, ST, LC)
  • Long battery life (up to 60 hours)
  • Auto-wavelength recognition and distant referencing capabilities

Skills Requirements

  • Technical proficiency in fibre optic testing and troubleshooting
  • Experience with OTDR operation, calibration, and maintenance
  • Ability to operate fibre inspection microscopes and cleaning tools effectively
  • Knowledge of fibre network standards and specifications
  • Capability to interpret fibre test results and generate detailed reports
  • Field operation skills, including handling rugged equipment in outdoor environments
  • Understanding of safety and compliance standards related to fibre optic testing and installation
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