Upgrading of 12 Thermal Printers

RFQ26/08/2026

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Tender Closed on: 2026-09-08 12:00

Office Equipment - Printers, Photocopiers and Other - Installation, Maintenance and Operation

Eastern Cape, Komani, Queenstown

Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality

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Tender Number: RFQ26/08/2026
Department: Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality
Tender Type: Request for Quotation
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing Date: Tuesday, 08 September 2026 - 12:00
Place where goods, works or services are required: 25-27 OWEN STREER - KOMANI - QUEENSTOWN - 5320
Special Conditions: N/A
ENQUIRIES:
Contact Person: Mr W Mditshwa
Email: [email protected]
Telephone number: 045-807-2041
FAX Number: N/A
BRIEFING SESSION:
Is there a briefing session?: NO Is it compulsory? NO
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Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure and execute the upgrading of twelve (12) thermal printers for the Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality. The project aims to standardize printing infrastructure, enhance operational reliability, and ensure all devices meet current technical and performance benchmarks through systematic hardware and firmware modernization.

Scope of Work

The successful bidder will be responsible for supplying, configuring, and upgrading twelve thermal printers to align with the municipality's specified technical standards. The scope encompasses delivery of all required components, execution of firmware/software upgrades, system compatibility verification, and provision of necessary post-upgrade support. All quoted prices must be inclusive of delivery, installation, administrative costs, and Value Added Tax (VAT). The contracted price remains firm for the entire duration of the agreement, with no provisions for price adjustments.

Technical Requirements

  • Model: Epson TM-T88VII Thermal Printer (132)
  • Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, Powered USB
  • Printing Method: Thermal line printing at a maximum speed of 500 mm/sec
  • Resolution: 180 dpi
  • Paper Support: 58 mm or 80 mm roll widths; thickness range 48–80 μm
  • Cutting Mechanism: Full and partial cut knife support
  • Sensors: Near-end paper sensor included
  • Memory & Buffer: Configurable receive buffer (45 bytes or 4KB); 12KB user-defined memory, 2KB macro, 384KB NV graphics, 1KB NV user storage
  • Graphics & Barcodes: Supports PDF417, QR-Code, MaxiCode, DataMatrix, Aztec Code, and composite symbologies
  • Physical Specifications: 145 x 195 x 148 mm; weight 1.7 kg; black finish
  • Peripheral Compatibility: Single connector capable of driving two cash drawers via optional splitter cable
  • Fonts & Character Sets: Font A (12x24), Font B (9x17); 95 alphanumeric, 18 international characters, 128x43 graphic support

Skills & Compliance Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate proven industry experience through a comprehensive company profile and documented past performance references. Technical competence is implicitly required, necessitating qualified personnel capable of performing firmware updates, hardware diagnostics, peripheral integration, and municipal system compatibility testing. Additionally, bidders must satisfy standard municipal procurement compliance mandates, including: valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration, current SARS Tax Clearance PIN, valid Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) verification certificate issued by a SANAS-accredited agency or registered auditor, and submission of all mandatory municipal bidding forms. All documentation must be completed legibly in black ink, with zero tolerance for unauthorized alterations or use of correction fluid.

Explanation of Unusual/Complicated Terms

  • Upgrading: In this context, refers to comprehensive hardware and firmware modernization of existing thermal printers to match the specified TM-T88VII standards, rather than routine maintenance or minor repairs.
  • 80/20 Preference Point System: A South African public procurement evaluation framework where up to 80 points are allocated to price competitiveness and up to 20 points to B-BBEE status and specific local economic development goals.
  • Specific Goals: Preference points awarded based on the bidder's geographic operational base relative to the municipality, designed to stimulate local economic participation within the Enoch Mgijima area, Chris Hani District, Eastern Cape, or nationally.
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