Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified supplier to deliver specific industrial pneumatic components to Onderstepoort Biological Products Ltd. The procurement seeks to secure reliable, certified equipment that meets precise engineering parameters while complying with South African public procurement regulations and a structured preferential scoring framework.

Scope of Supply

The tender requires the provision of four distinct pneumatic components, each with specified quantities, model/part numbers, or approved equivalents:

• Branching Module: 1 unit, model MS4-FRM-1/4 or equivalent (part number 529555).
• Filter Regulator Assembly: 1 unit, MS4-series modular housing with integrated pressure gauge and manual condensate drain (model MS4-LFR-1/4-D6-C-R-V-AS or equivalent, part number 529144).
• Pressure Switch: 1 unit, model PEV-1/4-B (10773) or equivalent.
• Pneumatic Valve Terminal & Logic Module: 1 unit, type MPA-MPM-VI (539105) or equivalent.

Technical Requirements

Suppliers must provide products that exactly match the designated models or submit fully documented functional equivalents. Key technical parameters include:

• Operating Pressures: 0.9 to 10 bar (Port 1); 3 to 8 bar pilot pressure (Ports 12, 14).
• Temperature Range: -5°C to 50°C ambient and medium temperature.
• Electrical Ratings: 125 V DC, 5 A for the pressure switch.
• Certifications: Equipment must hold cULus, CE, and NEC Class (e) 2 approvals.

Bidders must submit original manufacturer technical datasheets, product brochures, or complete specifications detailing the exact brand and model being quoted. Additionally, proof of previous supply within the last 24 months is mandatory, requiring a minimum of two reference letters that include client contact information.

Supplier Capabilities & Skills Requirements

No explicit personnel qualifications are mandated; however, suppliers must demonstrate proven commercial and logistical capability in sourcing and delivering industrial pneumatic control systems. Required competencies include:

• Ability to accurately interpret engineering specifications and validate equivalent product substitutions.
• Experience managing government procurement compliance, including electronic portal registration and mandatory disclosure forms.
• Proven track record of timely delivery and after-sales support, verified through recent reference letters.
• Capacity to maintain inventory or arrange rapid procurement of specialized modular pneumatic components.

Key Terms & Compliance Notes

• 80/20 Preference Point System: A standard South African procurement scoring model where 80 points are allocated to price competitiveness and 20 points to socio-economic development goals. Points are awarded for historically disadvantaged ownership (≥51% Black ownership = 10 points; ≥30% women ownership = 8 points) and disability inclusion (2 points), supported by valid BBBEE certificates or official labour department confirmation.
• SBD4 Declaration: A mandatory bidder disclosure form requiring transparency regarding state employment, director/shareholder affiliations, related enterprise interests, and adherence to anti-collusion and anti-corruption legislation. False declarations may result in immediate disqualification, contract cancellation, or restriction from public sector contracts.
• NEC Class (e) 2 Certification: Refers to North American Electrical Code classifications indicating equipment suitability for hazardous environments containing combustible dust or flammable vapours under normal operating conditions. Ensures safe integration into controlled industrial facilities.
• Government Procurement General Conditions of Contract (July 2010): Standard public sector contractual terms governing delivery schedules, payment terms, liability, warranty, and dispute resolution applicable to all awarded quotations.