Johannesburg Water has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under reference number RFQJW053NS26 for the emergency replacement of vandalized safety signages at the Northern Works Wastewater Treatment Plant in Diepsloot, Johannesburg. This urgent procurement ensures continued compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental (SHE) regulations across one of the utility’s critical operational sites.
Overview of the Johannesburg Water Safety Signage RFQ
Published on 3 March 2026, this RFQ responds to recent acts of vandalism that have compromised site safety and regulatory compliance. The successful bidder will supply and install a range of durable, weather-resistant safety signs—including assembly point indicators, NOSA boards, and hazard warnings—using materials that meet Johannesburg Water’s stringent SHE standards.
Scope of Work: Signage Types and Installation Requirements
The scope includes:
- Assembly point signs and stays – Chromadek 600mm x 600mm
- NOSA boards – Chromadek with magnetic backing and 25x25mm square tube frame
- Safety instruction and prohibition signs in English and local languages
- All signs must be brand-new, SABS-compliant, and installed securely on-site
Contractors must also conduct a baseline risk assessment and submit a SHE file prior to commencement. All personnel must be medically fit for duty, with valid medical fitness certificates and appropriate PPE.
Key Dates, Compulsory Briefing, and Submission Guidelines
A compulsory site briefing and inspection will be held on Thursday, 12 March 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Northern Works Wastewater Plant, Diepsloot. Attendance is mandatory—bidders who do not attend will be disqualified.
Completed quotations must be submitted by 16:00 on Thursday, 19 March 2026 via the National Treasury eTenders portal:
Submit Your Bid Here
Late, emailed, or hand-delivered submissions will not be accepted.
For inquiries:
- Ms. Nompumezo Sobhekwa – 011 688 1656 | nompumezo.mramba@jwater.co.za
Mandatory Documentation and Compliance Criteria
To be considered responsive, bidders must include:
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN
- Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (EME/QSE acceptable)
- CIDB grading of GB1 or higher
- Letter of Good Standing from COIDA
- Completed SHE documentation, including risk assessment and safe work procedures
- Two verifiable client references for similar safety signage projects
All pricing must be firm, VAT-exclusive, with VAT shown separately, and remain valid for 60 days.
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Evaluation Methodology and Preference Point Allocation
This RFQ will be evaluated under the 80/20 Preferential Procurement System:
- 80 points for competitively priced, compliant offers
- 20 points for specific empowerment goals:
- Black ownership
- Women ownership
- Youth ownership
- Disability ownership
Preference claims must be supported by certified documentation from the CSD report and B-BBEE affidavit. Unverified claims receive zero points.
How to Access and Submit the Tender Documents
The complete RFQ documentation is available for download from the National Treasury’s eTenders portal:
Tender Document Download Link
Submissions must be made exclusively through the eTenders portal:
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Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the compulsory briefing, review all SHE requirements, and ensure full compliance before submission.
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