Supply and Delivery of Portable Multi-Gas Monitors for Confined Space Entry
Tender Overview
Tender No: MAPW RFQ 042 /2025 26
Issued By: Maluti-a-Phofung Water (SOC) Ltd
Tender Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
Province: Free State
Location: Phuthaditjhaba
Closing Date: Monday, 09 March 2026 – 11:00
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:
12 portable multi-gas monitors
Integrated or attachable sampling pumps
Minimum 5-meter sampling hose and probe
Calibration equipment (dock or manual)
Calibration gases
Calibration certificates
Training and support services
Local service and repair support within South Africa
Delivery deadline: 09 March 2026
Technical Requirements
Gas Detection Capability
Detection and display of multiple confined space gases (commonly oxygen, flammable gases, hydrogen sulphide, carbon monoxide – exact specification per tender document)
Suitable for pre-entry atmospheric testing and continuous monitoring
Pump & Sampling
Integrated or attachable pump
Minimum 5-meter sampling hose with probe
Alarm System
Audible alarm ≥ 95 dB
High-intensity visual LED alarm
Vibration alarm
Calibration & Maintenance
Supply of calibration dock or manual calibration equipment
Provision of calibration gases
Calibration certificates
Recommended calibration frequency
Indication of:
Sensor lifespan
Replacement costs
Local service and repair support within South Africa
Training Requirements
Supplier must provide training covering:
Pre-entry atmospheric testing procedures
Continuous monitoring during confined space work
Alarm response protocols
Basic maintenance and handling
Calibration procedures
Supplier Skills & Service Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate:
Experience in supplying industrial gas detection equipment
Capability to provide calibration and after-sales support
Availability of calibration gases locally
Technical support and repair services within South Africa
Ability to provide training and certification
Evaluation Criteria (100 Points)
Price – 80 Points
Specific Goals – 20 Points
≥50% HDI Ownership – 5 points
≥50% Youth Ownership – 5 points
≥50% Woman Ownership – 4 points
Locality:
Maluti-a-Phofung – 6 points
Mofutsanyana – 4 points
Outside Free State – 0 points
Enquiries
Contact Person: Pinki Sekonyela
Telephone: 082-317-3281
Email: psekonyela57@gmail.com
Tender documents are available on the South African eTenders portal.