Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a service for maintenance and management of medical air and vacuum systems at GJ Crookes Hospital. This includes ensuring the proper functioning, safety, and compliance of oxygen points, vacuum points, medical air systems, and associated alarm and control systems, to support hospital operations and patient safety.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

• Provision of comprehensive servicing and reporting for medical air and vacuum systems, including oxygen and nitrous oxide manifolds, compressors, vacuum pumps, alarm systems, and electrical panels.
• Inspection, hydrostatic testing, calibration, and certification of pressure gauges and safety valves.
• Repair and maintenance of oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide, and medical points across various wards and theatres.
• Attending site meetings and ensuring compliance with relevant standards such as SANS7396, ISO 11197, NFPA 99, and local building codes.
• Providing technical reports, certificates, and documentation for all services performed.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Service and produce detailed reports for each system component, including pressure testing, calibration, and leak testing.
• Hydrostatic testing of gas manifolds and system lines at specified pressures (e.g., 30 MPa).
• Inspection and testing of control alarm systems, auto-rest units, and electrical panels.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations, including CIDB grading, qualified artisans, and SAQCC GAS certification.
• Provision of certificates of completion and hydrostatic test reports.
• Performing repairs and maintenance on oxygen, vacuum, and medical gas points, including numbering and documentation.

Skills Requirements

The service provider must possess:

• CIDB grading of ME (Mechanical Engineering) with valid license.
• Qualified Mechanical Artisan (Trade Test Certificate).
• SAQCC GAS certification for handling medical gases.
• Experience in servicing hospital medical gas and vacuum systems, with proven track record of similar projects.
• Ability to conduct hydrostatic and pressure tests, calibration, leak detection, and system repairs.
• Knowledge of relevant standards such as SANS7396, ISO 11197, NFPA 99, and local health and safety regulations.
• Capability to produce detailed technical reports, certificates, and documentation.