Supply and Delivery of Portable Multi-Gas Monitors for Confined Space Entry
Tender Overview
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Tender No: MAPW RFQ 042 /2025 26
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Issued By: Maluti-a-Phofung Water (SOC) Ltd
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Tender Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
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Province: Free State
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Location: Phuthaditjhaba
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Closing Date: Monday, 09 March 2026 – 11:00
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Briefing Session: Not required
Delivery Address:
No. 2 Old Industrial Area, Mandela Park, Phuthaditjhaba, 9866
Objective
To supply and deliver portable multi-gas monitors suitable for confined space entry operations, ensuring safe atmospheric testing and compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
The monitors must detect multiple hazardous gases simultaneously and support safe entry into confined spaces.
Scope of Work
The tender requires the supply of:
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12 portable multi-gas monitors
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Integrated or attachable sampling pumps
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Minimum 5-meter sampling hose and probe
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Calibration equipment (dock or manual)
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Calibration gases
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Calibration certificates
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Training and support services
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Local service and repair support within South Africa
Delivery deadline: 09 March 2026
Technical Requirements
Gas Detection Capability
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Detection and display of multiple confined space gases (commonly oxygen, flammable gases, hydrogen sulphide, carbon monoxide – exact specification per tender document)
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Suitable for pre-entry atmospheric testing and continuous monitoring
Pump & Sampling
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Integrated or attachable pump
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Minimum 5-meter sampling hose with probe
Alarm System
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Audible alarm ≥ 95 dB
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High-intensity visual LED alarm
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Vibration alarm
Calibration & Maintenance
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Supply of calibration dock or manual calibration equipment
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Provision of calibration gases
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Calibration certificates
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Recommended calibration frequency
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Indication of:
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Sensor lifespan
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Replacement costs
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Local service and repair support within South Africa
Training Requirements
Supplier must provide training covering:
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Pre-entry atmospheric testing procedures
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Continuous monitoring during confined space work
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Alarm response protocols
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Basic maintenance and handling
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Calibration procedures
Supplier Skills & Service Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate:
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Experience in supplying industrial gas detection equipment
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Capability to provide calibration and after-sales support
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Availability of calibration gases locally
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Technical support and repair services within South Africa
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Ability to provide training and certification
Evaluation Criteria (100 Points)
Price – 80 Points
Specific Goals – 20 Points
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≥50% HDI Ownership – 5 points
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≥50% Youth Ownership – 5 points
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≥50% Woman Ownership – 4 points
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Locality:
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Maluti-a-Phofung – 6 points
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Mofutsanyana – 4 points
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Outside Free State – 0 points
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Enquiries
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Contact Person: Pinki Sekonyela
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Telephone: 082-317-3281
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Email: psekonyela57@gmail.com
Tender documents are available on the South African eTenders portal.