Supply (4) Pressure Certified Hydrogen Storage Vessels
Tender Details
- Tender Title:
Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of Four (4) Pressure Certified Hydrogen Storage Vessels to the South African Weather Service - Tender Number: BID SAWS NUMBER 435/25
- Department: South African Weather Service (SAWS)
- Tender Type: Open Tender
- Required CIDB Grading: 4ME or Higher
- Closing Date & Time:
Wednesday, 04 March 2026 at 11:00 - Documents Available From: 12 February 2026
Project Locations
The hydrogen storage vessels must be supplied and installed at:
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Irene Weather Office (Pretoria, Gauteng)
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Bloemfontein Weather Office (Free State)
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Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth Weather Office (Eastern Cape)
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Cape Town Weather Office (Western Cape)
Compulsory Clarification Meeting
Compulsory: Yes
Date: 26 February 2026
Time: 10:30
Venue: Irene Weather Office, ARC Premises, Main Road, Irene
Failure to attend will result in disqualification.
Enquiries
- Contact Person: Zandile Sebotsane
012 367 6000
bids@weathersa.co.za
Tender Overview
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is seeking to appoint a qualified contractor for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of four pressure-certified hydrogen storage vessels at designated weather offices across South Africa.
These vessels are critical for operational meteorological functions, including hydrogen supply systems used in weather balloon operations and other atmospheric monitoring processes.
Due to the hazardous nature of hydrogen and the regulatory framework governing pressure vessels, only contractors with CIDB grading 4ME or higher are eligible to submit bids.
Tender Description
The appointed contractor will be responsible for:
1. Supply
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Manufacture or supply of four pressure-certified hydrogen storage vessels
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Compliance with relevant pressure vessel and safety standards
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Certification and inspection documentation
2. Delivery
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Transport to four separate weather office locations
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Safe handling in accordance with hazardous materials regulations
3. Installation
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Mechanical installation of vessels
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Integration with existing hydrogen systems
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Compliance with mechanical and safety standards
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Structural and foundation considerations where required
4. Commissioning
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Pressure testing and safety verification
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Operational testing
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Certification of readiness
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Handover documentation and compliance certificates
Technical Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate:
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Valid CIDB 4ME grading or higher
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Experience in pressure vessel supply and installation
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Compliance with applicable pressure vessel regulations and SANS standards
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Ability to provide pressure certification and inspection reports
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Capability to work across multiple provinces
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Adherence to occupational health and safety regulations
Skills & Experience Requirements
The successful bidder must have:
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Proven experience with hydrogen or similar high-pressure gas systems
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Qualified mechanical engineers and technicians
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Knowledge of hazardous gas handling protocols
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Experience in commissioning pressure systems
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Strong safety management systems
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Compliance with national safety and engineering standards
Objective of the Project
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Ensure safe and compliant hydrogen storage infrastructure
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Support SAWS operational weather monitoring activities
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Upgrade and standardize hydrogen storage systems
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Enhance safety and reliability at multiple national sites