Inspection, Repair and Installation of Optical Fibre at the Saao Sutherland

NRF/SAAO/RFQ/114176

2025-10-08 08:00

Tender Closed on: 2025-10-15 16:00

Fibre Optic Supplies, Installation and Maintenance, ICT Hardware, Software And Network Support Services, Information and Communications Technology, Network Cabling Supplies, Installation and Maintenance, Telecommunications, Broadcasting and WiFi

Northern Cape, Sutherland

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Tender Number: NRF/SAAO/RFQ/114176
Department: National Research Foundation
Tender Type: Request for Quotation
Province: Western Cape
Closing Date: Wednesday, 15 October 2025 - 16:00
Place where goods, works or services are required: OLD FRASERBERG ROAD, - SUTHERLAND - SUTHERLAND - 6920
Special Conditions: Interested bidders should confirm whether they will be using our transport and accommodation by Monday, 29 September 2025 @ 15:00 pm
ENQUIRIES:
Contact Person: SCM
Email: [email protected]
Telephone number: 021-447-0025
FAX Number: N/A
BRIEFING SESSION:
Is there a briefing session?: Yes Is it compulsory? Yes
Briefing Date and Time: Wednesday, 08 October 2025 - 08:00
Briefing Venue: SAAO SUTHERLAND, OLD FRASERBERG ROAD, SUTHERLAND, 6920

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Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to obtain quotations for the inspection, repair, and installation of optical fibre at the SAAO Sutherland site. This includes assessing the current state of the fibre links, repairing or resplicing faulty fibres, installing new fibres where indicated, and ensuring the fibre infrastructure is operational and reliable.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

  • Participation in a compulsory site visit at Sutherland Observatory to assess existing fibre infrastructure.
  • Inspection of suspected broken fibres between various locations, including the Visitor Centre and other site points.
  • Testing and diagnosis of fibre links as per provided lists.
  • Repair or resplicing of faulty optical fibres and replacement of damaged fibres.
  • Installation of two new fibres inside the Data Centre and Water Reservoir, including inside patch panels.
  • Provision of equipment hire, consumables, travel, and accommodation for the work.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

  • Conducting site assessments to determine the current condition of the fibres.
  • Testing suspected broken or unhooked fibres to identify faults.
  • Performing repairs or resplicing of optical fibres to restore connectivity.
  • Installing new fibres inside specified locations with proper termination and patching.
  • Providing all necessary equipment, tools, and consumables for testing, repair, and installation.
  • Ensuring all work complies with relevant standards and specifications.

Skills Requirements

The skills and qualifications required for bidders include:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in fibre installation and repair industry.
  • Proven track record in testing, repairing, and installing optical fibre networks.
  • Capability to perform detailed fibre testing and fault diagnosis.
  • Skilled personnel trained in fibre splicing, termination, and patch panel installation.
  • Ability to provide technical support and documentation for all work performed.
  • Experience in working within scientific or observatory environments is advantageous.
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