Tender Summary: RFQJW140TN26 - Filtration Manifold

Objectives

The primary objective is to procure a reliable, hygienic, and durable filtration manifold system that supports municipal water treatment operations. The tender aims to secure a supplier capable of delivering equipment that meets stringent material, sterilisation, and interconnectivity standards while complying with South African public procurement regulations.

Scope

The scope encompasses the complete supply and delivery of a six-branch filtration manifold system. This includes all structural components, valves, sealing elements, hoses, fittings, and sterile polypropylene funnels. The supplier is responsible for ensuring the equipment is ready for immediate installation and operational use at the designated facility, along with providing comprehensive product documentation.

Technical Requirements

• Construction Material: Stainless steel frame with six branching outlets.
• Valves: Monel (nickel-copper alloy) valves for superior corrosion resistance.
• Filter Specifications: Filter diameter of 47 mm.
• Sealing & Piping: Silicone sealing O-rings, mounting feet, and hoses fitted with quick-lock couplings.
• Sterilisation Compatibility: Entire assembly must withstand autoclaving sterilisation cycles.
• Accessories: Sterile, polypropylene funnels with capacities between 250 ml and 500 ml.
• Interconnectivity: System must be designed for interconnection; exact dimensions (Length × Height × Width) excluding funnels must be specified.
• Documentation: Submission of a manufacturer or supplier brochure detailing technical specifications, material certifications, and compatibility data is mandatory.

Skills Requirements

No specialised engineering or technical installation skills are explicitly required for this tender. The evaluation focuses on supply chain reliability, logistical capability, and adherence to municipal compliance frameworks. Suppliers must demonstrate proven experience in sourcing, warehousing, and delivering industrial-grade filtration equipment, alongside robust administrative capacity to manage statutory documentation and delivery schedules.

Compliance & Administrative Requirements

• All quotations must be issued on official company letterheads and reflect firm pricing inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• Mandatory registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) is required prior to submission.
• A valid BBBEE certificate or a fully compliant sworn affidavit must be submitted.
• Proof of municipal rates and taxes clearance (not older than 90 days) and a valid lease agreement or municipal account statement (not older than three months) are compulsory.
• Completed and signed Municipal Bidding Documents (MBD 4, MBD 6.1, MBD 8, and MBD 9) must accompany the bid.
• Company registration documents and certified identity copies of all directors and shareholders are required.
• Evaluation utilises an 80/20 preference point system: 80 points for price competitiveness and 20 points for specific transformation goals, primarily targeting enterprises with 51% or greater black ownership.

Notes on Specialised Terms

• Monel Valves: Valves crafted from a nickel-copper alloy known for exceptional resistance to corrosion, stress cracking, and chemical degradation, making them ideal for aggressive water treatment environments.
• Autoclaving Sterilisation: A high-pressure steam sterilisation process requiring all manifold components to endure repeated thermal and moisture exposure without warping, leaking, or degrading.
• 80/20 Preference Point System: A South African public procurement scoring methodology where 80 points are allocated to price and 20 points to socio-economic transformation criteria, such as black economic empowerment status.
• CSD Registration: The Central Supplier Database is the national government registry for all vendors; active registration is a legal prerequisite for participating in any municipal or national procurement process.