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Mossel Bay Fire Gear Supply Tender Now Open

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Mossel Bay, Western Cape — Mossel Bay Municipality has issued an open tender (TDR49/2026/2027) for the supply and delivery of fire department, communications, and disaster management protective clothing (fire gear). The contract will run until 30 June 2029, with an option to extend based on performance and funding availability.

Tender Overview and Scope of Supply

The appointed supplier or manufacturer will be responsible for providing a comprehensive range of professional protective gear for the Fire & Rescue Service. The scope is divided into three main categories:

  • Category A: Wildland firefighting gear, including operational summer and winter shirts, trousers, and a special operations one-piece coverall.
  • Category B (NFPA Standards): Structural firefighting gear, including tunic jackets and bunker trousers that meet NFPA 1970-2025 standards.
  • Category C (EN Standards): Structural firefighting gear, including tunic jackets and bunker trousers that meet EN 469:2020 standards.

Additionally, individual suppliers may be appointed for items B.5 to B.16, which include structural firefighting gloves, helmets, boots, flash hoods, goggles, kit bags, and technical rescue equipment.

Mandatory Eligibility and Required Documents

Bidders must ensure the following documentation accompanies their submission, as failure to comply will result in disqualification:

  • Detailed specifications for each item quoted, to ensure compliance with requirements
  • A returnable sample for each item quoted, delivered to the Fire Department in Schoeman Street, Mossel Bay, by the closing date
  • An appointment letter or contract from the official distributor or manufacturer proving authorised dealer status for each item
  • Completed and signed MBD 1, MBD 4, MBD 6.1, MBD 8, and MBD 9 forms
  • Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin and CSD registration
  • Valid B-BBEE Certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Proof of municipal rates and taxes (not in arrears)
  • Valid Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Commissioner (COIDA)

Evaluation Process and Functionality Threshold

Bids will be pre-evaluated on functionality, with a minimum threshold of 32 out of 40 points required to proceed. The criteria are weighted as follows:

  • Company (or JV) Experience (25 points)
  • References related to relevant experience (15 points)

Responsive bids will then be evaluated on the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system, with points allocated for price, B-BBEE status, and locality.

Submission Details and Closing Date

Sealed tender documents must be placed in the tender box at the Entrance of the Mossel Bay Town Hall, 101 Marsh Street, Mossel Bay, by no later than 12:00 on Friday, 04 December 2026. Late, emailed, or faxed tenders will not be accepted. Bids must remain valid for 120 days.

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Enquiries and Tender Documents

Technical enquiries can be directed to Mr. Wayne Sternsdorf at (044) 606-5234 or wsternsdorf@mosselbay.gov.za. Bidding procedure enquiries can be directed to Mr. Deslin Kohler at (044) 606-5192 or dkohler@mosselbay.gov.za.

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