Objectives

The primary objective is to procure, manufacture, and install directional road signage to improve navigation, accessibility, and safety for patients, visitors, and staff travelling to the Ndwedwe Community Health Centre and Wosiyane Clinic.

Scope of Work

• Supply and install 1km of directional signage across both health facilities.
• Provide new installations, replacement boards, and back-to-back directional arrow signs.
• Remove and safely dispose of all existing outdated signage materials.
• Ensure all installations are clearly visible from the main road and leave worksites clean and compliant upon completion.

Technical Requirements

• Signage Panels: 1500mm x 600mm brown Chromadek retro-reflective boards featuring a green cross, directional arrows, and large white high-contrast lettering.
• Structural Framework: Internal frames constructed from 25mm x 25mm x 3mm hot-dipped galvanized square tubing. Uprights must be 2000mm long hot-dipped galvanized wooden or CCA-treated poles.
• Foundation & Fixings: Poles anchored in 800mm deep, 15MPa concrete footings, installed plumb with a minimum 2.0m clearance. Secured using galvanized clamp sets with M10 anti-theft nuts.
• Safety & Compliance: Full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. A detailed safety plan, risk assessment schedule, and regular inspection reports must be submitted and approved before work commences.
• Warranty & Payment: A 12-month guarantee covers all installations. Payment is strictly contingent upon issuance of a Certificate of Completion and formal approval of all installation stages by an Artisan Superintendent.
• Penalties: A daily penalty of R1,500 applies for delays beyond the contract period. Any work deemed unsatisfactory must be redone entirely at the contractor’s expense.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Installation must be executed by a qualified skilled artisan or technician. Valid certification (e.g., trade test, diploma, or relevant professional licence) must be provided for evaluation.
• Mandatory employment of at least one local community resident during the contract period to support local job creation.
• Contractor must hold a Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 1GB or higher.
• Proof of prior experience supplying and installing signage for public health facilities must be submitted.
• Standard procurement documentation required: valid CIPC registration, B-BBEE certificate/sworn affidavit, Central Supplier Database (CSD) compliance report, and SARS tax clearance.

Notable Terms and Conditions

Chromadek Retro-Reflective Material: A durable, weather-resistant corrugated steel sheeting coated with engineered reflective film, designed to maximize sign visibility in low-light, nighttime, or adverse weather conditions.

CCA Treated Poles: Timber poles chemically impregnated with copper, chromium, and arsenic compounds to prevent rot, fungal decay, and insect damage, ensuring long-term structural stability in outdoor environments.

80/20 Preference Point System: The evaluation allocates 80 points for price and 20 points for specific socio-economic goals. The full 20 points are reserved for enterprises owned by youth, requiring verified proof of ownership and operational location to claim.

Mandatory Local Labour Clause: The contract legally obligates the successful bidder to hire local residents during execution, prioritizing community economic participation alongside technical service delivery.