The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites qualified contractors to submit bids for a two-year term contract. This strategic procurement focuses on the supply, servicing, repairs, and maintenance of fire equipment across various government buildings in the Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro.
Scope of Services
The appointed service provider will be responsible for comprehensive fire protection equipment maintenance. Key deliverables include:
- Servicing hose reels and portable fire extinguishers.
- Supplying necessary spares and replacement components.
- Conducting group training sessions to demonstrate proper equipment usage to staff.
- Managing transport and travelling costs, with reimbursement capped at two trips per incident from the bidder’s workshop within the specified district boundaries.
Key Dates and Deadlines
- Date Published: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
- Closing Date: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 11:00
- Briefing Session: None scheduled
Mandatory Requirements
To qualify for evaluation, bidders must hold a valid CIDB grading of 3SF or higher in the relevant class of works. The department will apply a two-stage procurement procedure alongside competitive negotiation. Bidders must also demonstrate suitable experience and employ suitably qualified personnel to execute similar services effectively.
Mandatory Documentation
- Valid CIDB grading certificate (3SF or higher in Class SI)
- Proof of CSD registration
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS PIN or CSD number)
- Completed SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms
- Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire (completed and signed)
- Form of Offer and Acceptance (duly completed)
- Resolution to Sign (if applicable)
- Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund
- Proof of registration with SAQCC for technicians
- SANS1475 permit
- Minimum of three project references
- Company profile and list of available resources
- Protection of Personal Information (POPIA) consent form
Submission Guidelines
Completed bid documents must be sealed in an envelope clearly marked with the tender number and description. Submissions must be physically deposited in the designated bid box at the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Block B Building, Reception Area, Cnr Scholl Rd & Amalinda Road, Amalinda, East London. Late, emailed, or faxed bids will be strictly rejected.
Download Tender Documents
For technical or procedural enquiries, contact Siphokazi Macingwane at 064-050-9093 or siphokazi.macingwane@ecdpw.gov.za. Prospective bidders can download the complete documentation via the official eTender portal: Download Tender Document
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