Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified service provider to supply and install an inline chlorination system at Xigalo. The appointment aims to enhance water safety and compliance by implementing an automated disinfection solution that meets municipal health and quality standards.

Scope of Work

The scope covers the end-to-end delivery of the chlorination project, including procurement, transportation, installation, testing, and commissioning of the system. The appointed provider will be responsible for ensuring seamless integration with existing water infrastructure, conducting performance validation, and handing over a fully operational unit ready for routine municipal use.

Technical Requirements

Detailed engineering specifications are provided in the full tender documentation. However, bidders must demonstrate compliance with the following baseline technical expectations:

• Supply of a certified inline chlorination unit capable of continuous, automated dosing aligned with SANS drinking water guidelines.
• Compatibility with standard municipal pipeline dimensions and flow rates at the Xigalo site.
• Provision of technical datasheets, manufacturer warranties, and calibration certificates.
• Submission of a clear installation methodology, risk assessment, and commissioning protocol.
• Adherence to all applicable occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations during deployment.

Skills and Experience Requirements

Bidders must possess verified competence in water treatment infrastructure projects. Required capabilities include:

• Registered engineering or technical personnel with proven experience in chlorination system installation and maintenance.
• Project management expertise to ensure strict adherence to delivery timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Familiarity with municipal supply chain procedures, quality assurance frameworks, and aftercare service models.
• Ability to conduct operator training and provide ongoing technical support post-commissioning.

Procurement and Compliance Framework

Evaluation follows an 80/20 point scoring system, allocating 80% to price and 20% to preferential procurement goals. The preferential component rewards transformation targets as follows: Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (10 points), Locality (4 points), Youth (2 points), Women (2 points), and Disability (2 points). Mandatory submission documents include a CSD summary report, tax clearance certificate or compliance letter, company registration certificate, proof of municipal account clearance (or traditional authority confirmation), and pre-numbered, initialised pages. Bids from individuals currently in state service are excluded.

Explanation of Key Terms

Inline Chlorination System: A water treatment device installed directly within a water main or pipeline that automatically injects precise chlorine doses into flowing water. This eliminates the need for large storage tanks and ensures continuous pathogen reduction without manual intervention.

CSD Summary Report: An official verification document issued by the Central Supplier Database confirming a company’s registration status, tax compliance, and Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) rating for public sector procurement.

80/20 Point Scoring System: A standard municipal procurement methodology where the majority of evaluation weight (80%) is assigned to the quoted price, while the remaining 20% is reserved for socio-economic transformation objectives such as local economic development, youth empowerment, and inclusive participation.