Tender Summary: Supply and Repair/Replace Faulty Electrics at Pomeroy CHC

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to restore, maintain, and upgrade the electrical infrastructure at Pomeroy Community Health Centre (CHC) to ensure operational continuity, patient and staff safety, and regulatory compliance. The initiative focuses on eliminating electrical hazards, resolving recurring faults, and guaranteeing a reliable power supply for essential healthcare services.

Scope of Work

The scope covers end-to-end electrical maintenance and remediation services at the designated facility. Key deliverables include:

• Comprehensive inspection and fault diagnosis of existing electrical installations, distribution boards, wiring, lighting, and auxiliary systems.
• Procurement, delivery, and installation of all required electrical components, cables, switches, protective devices, and lighting fixtures.
• Repair, rewiring, and replacement of defective circuits and equipment to restore full functionality.
• Post-repair testing, commissioning, and issuance of compliance documentation.
• Responsible removal and environmentally compliant disposal of obsolete or hazardous electrical waste.

Terminology Note: “CHC” stands for Community Health Centre, a primary healthcare facility delivering essential medical and preventive services. “Supply and repair/replace” denotes a bundled service contract where the contractor is fully responsible for both sourcing certified materials and performing the skilled labour required for installation and remediation.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must align their proposals with established national standards and healthcare facility operational needs. Required technical specifications include:

• All supplied materials must carry SABS approval, current test certificates, and manufacturer warranties.
• Execution must comply with SANS 10142 (Wiring of Electrical Installations) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Implementation of strict isolation, lockout/tagout, and temporary power protocols to prevent disruption to clinical operations during works.
• Provision of signed Test of Compliance (TOC) certificates and single-line diagram updates upon completion.
• Adherence to scheduled timelines with minimal noise, dust, and access restrictions in sensitive medical areas.

Skills and Qualifications

The executing team must demonstrate verified expertise and regulatory standing in electrical engineering and facility maintenance:

• Lead electricians must hold a valid Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) and be registered with the Department of Employment and Labour’s Electrical Crafts Registration Board.
• Documented experience in delivering electrical maintenance contracts within healthcare, government, or institutional environments.
• Proficiency in schematic interpretation, advanced fault-finding techniques, and safe handling of high/low voltage systems.
• Familiarity with healthcare-specific electrical loads, including life-support equipment circuits, emergency lighting, and backup power integration.
• Project management capability to coordinate material logistics, site safety inductions, quality control checks, and client reporting.

Administrative Framework

• Quotation Number: POM/037/2026-27
• Opening Date: 08 October 2026
• Closing Date & Time: 16 October 2026 at 11:00
• Mandatory Site Visit & Briefing: 13 October 2026 at 11:00 at Pomeroy CHC. Attendance is required to collect quotation documents.
• Submission Method: Completed quotations must be physically placed in the official tender box at Pomeroy CHC before the closing deadline.

This summary outlines the core requirements and procedural parameters for the tender. Prospective bidders should ensure all submissions strictly adhere to the outlined technical, safety, and administrative guidelines.