Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure, deliver, and install a replacement generator control module to restore reliable backup power at the eDumbe Community Health Centre. The procurement aligns with South African public supply chain management principles, prioritizing value for money, regulatory compliance, and socio-economic transformation through a transparent quotation process.

Scope

This is a one-off contract for the supply and installation of a single generator control module at the specified health facility in Paulpietersburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The scope includes the provision of a new, unused unit, physical removal of the faulty component, wiring and configuration of the new controller, operational testing, commissioning, and handover to facility staff. The quoted price must remain firm for 90 days, and all delivery costs to the prescribed site must be included in the submission.

Technical Requirements

• Model Specification: DSE 7320 MKII generator control module.
• Voltage Rating: Must support 15 V to 415 V AC (phase-to-neutral) and 25 V to 720 V AC (phase-to-phase).
• DC Supply Range: 8 V to 35 V continuous operation, with the capability to survive a 0 V drop for 100 milliseconds during engine cranking.
• Standby Current: Maximum 160 mA at 12 V and 80 mA at 24 V.
• Quality & Condition: Goods must be brand new, unused, of the most recent model, and compliant with applicable South African National Standards (SANS/SABS). Expired or second-hand products are strictly prohibited.
• Compliance Documentation: Bidders must submit updated CIPC registration, B-BBEE verification certificates or sworn affidavits, Central Supplier Database (CSD) compliance reports, and a signed declaration confirming specification compliance.

Skills Requirements

While not explicitly listed, the nature of the procurement inherently requires the successful bidder to employ certified electrical or mechanical technicians with proven experience in diesel generator systems. Personnel must demonstrate competency in safe de-energization, precise wiring of automatic transfer controllers, parameter configuration, load testing, and basic operator training. Familiarity with Deep Sea Electronics control architecture and adherence to occupational health and safety regulations during installation are essential.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

• DSE 7320 MKII: An industrial-grade automatic generator controller manufactured by Deep Sea Electronics. It automates engine start/stop sequences, continuously monitors critical parameters (voltage, frequency, coolant temperature, oil pressure), and ensures seamless power transfer between municipal supply and generator sources during outages.
• 80/20 Preference Point System: A South African public procurement scoring framework where 80 points are allocated to competitive pricing and 20 points to designated social goals. For this tender, the full 20 points are exclusively reserved for enterprises at least 51% owned by Black Persons with Disabilities.
• CSD & SBD Forms: Mandatory government compliance instruments. The Central Supplier Database (CSD) is the national registry verifying supplier legitimacy and tax compliance. SBD (Standard Bidding Document) forms are statutory declarations covering conflict-of-interest disclosures, tax clearance status, and preference point claims, which must be completed using official templates without retyping.