Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure and supply safety equipment, specifically a Safety Helmet with an integrated full-face visor, for personnel engaged in grass cutting, brush cutting, landscaping, tree cutting, and related industrial maintenance activities within the City of uMhlathuze. The aim is to ensure personnel safety through the provision of compliant PPE that meets relevant safety standards and specifications.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply and delivery of:

• Safety helmets with aluminium-edged visors, conforming to specified standards.

The PPE must be suitable for use in landscaping, grass cutting, brush cutting, and industrial maintenance operations, covering head, face, and eye protection requirements.

Technical Requirements

PPE Specifications

• Helmet: Made from HDPE or ABS, impact-resistant, lightweight, with ventilation slots, white or approved colours, conforming to SANS 1397 / EN 397 or equivalent.
• Face Visor: Clear polycarbonate, minimum 2 mm thickness, full-face coverage, anti-scratch and anti-fog, conforming to EN 166 or equivalent.
• Aluminium Edge Reinforcement: Anodized aluminium strip fixed along the visor perimeter for durability and rigidity.
• Attachment System: Pivot mechanism allowing visor to be raised/lowered, securely fastened with rivets or screws, made of reinforced polymer or light metal alloy, with stainless steel fasteners.
• Headband & Strap: Adjustable suspension harness (52–64 cm), chin strap included, with sweatband for comfort.

Standards & Compliance

• Helmet: EN 397, EN 166, ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 (or equivalent)
• Face Visor: EN 166, ANSI Z87.1 (or equivalent)
• Weight: Not exceeding 600 g
• Warranty: Minimum 12 months against manufacturing defects

Skills and Skills Requirements

Suppliers must demonstrate the ability to provide PPE that complies with the specified standards and specifications. The supplier should have:

• Experience in supplying industrial safety PPE, particularly helmets and visors.
• Capability to manufacture or source PPE that meets international safety standards (EN, SANS, ANSI).
• Quality assurance processes to ensure products are impact-resistant, durable, and properly finished.
• Provision of warranty and after-sales support, including replacement of defective items at no cost.
• Ability to deliver within the stipulated lead times and in the required quantities.

Summary

This tender seeks qualified suppliers capable of delivering high-quality, standards-compliant safety helmets with integrated visors suitable for landscaping and industrial maintenance activities. The supplier must demonstrate technical proficiency, quality assurance, and logistical capability to meet the municipality's safety and operational requirements.