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SAWS Seeks Plumbing Services for Irene Septic Tank

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South African Weather Service

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a formal Request for Quotation (RFQ 4733/26) for the appointment of a qualified service provider to conduct essential maintenance at its Irene Weather Office. This targeted procurement initiative aims to address critical infrastructure needs, ensuring the facility remains fully operational, hygienic, and compliant with health and safety standards to support SAWS’s mandate of providing accurate meteorological data to the public.

Scope of Work

The successful bidder will be responsible for executing specialized plumbing and maintenance tasks at the designated site. Key operational deliverables include:

  • Comprehensive assessment of the existing septic system and related infrastructure.
  • Supply and professional installation of a new septic tank pump.
  • Repair and sealing of the damaged manhole to prevent environmental contamination.
  • Identification and repair of the leaking valve to restore full system functionality.
  • Removal of all construction debris and leaving the site in a clean, safe, and operational condition upon completion.

Compulsory Briefing Session

Attendance at the site briefing and inspection is strictly mandatory. Failure to attend will result in the immediate disqualification of the quotation. The session is scheduled for Friday, 20 November 2026, at 11:00. It will be held at the South African Weather Service Irene Weather Office, located on Main Road within the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) Farm, Centurion, 0157. Bidders are advised to arrive promptly to complete all necessary sign-in procedures.

Mandatory Compliance Requirements

To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a complete and compliant documentation package. Essential submissions include:

  • A valid National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report reflecting an active MAAA status.
  • A current SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN printout.
  • A valid Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) certificate or sworn affidavit.
  • Proof of relevant industry experience or registration for plumbing and septic system maintenance.
  • A formal declaration that the quotation will remain valid for a period of 60 calendar days after the closing date.

Evaluation Criteria

Quotations will be evaluated in strict accordance with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and SAWS’s Supply Chain Management policies. The adjudication process utilizes the 80/20 preference point system:

  • 80 points are allocated for price competitiveness.
  • 20 points are awarded for specific transformation goals, including B-BBEE status level contribution.
    Bids will first be screened for administrative compliance before advancing to the price and preference evaluation stage. SAWS reserves the right to conduct supplier due diligence prior to the final award to verify financial stability and operational capacity.

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Submission Guidelines

Bidders must note a critical submission condition: all bid documents must be submitted electronically. Physical, faxed, or couriered submissions will not be accepted. Completed quotation documents must be emailed to RFQsubmissions@weathersa.co.za.

The strict closing time is 11:00 on Friday, 27 November 2026. Late submissions will be automatically rejected. Bidders are encouraged to submit their documents well in advance of the deadline to avoid technical delays. For technical or procedural enquiries, contact Ms. Carol Lekalakala at 012-367-6252 or Carol.lekalakala@weathersa.co.za.

Document Downloads

Prospective bidders can access the complete RFQ documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:

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