Water Treatment Plant Maintenance at SAAO Sutherland.
SCM
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, installation, and maintenance of water treatment systems at SAAO Sutherland for 3 years. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide proof of B-BBEE status to claim preference points.
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The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking a service provider for water treatment plant maintenance at their Sutherland site in the Northern Cape. The contract spans 36 months and includes the supply, installation, and commissioning of chemical dosing and monitoring equipment. Key deliverables involve bi-monthly on-site maintenance, daily process monitoring, SMS-based reservoir level alerts, and monthly performance reporting. The system must consistently meet SANS 241 water quality standards. Work must commence within 30 days of the purchase order issuance.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Minimum 3 years experience in water treatment and chemical dosing systems
- Three reference letters for similar work completed after August 2021
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Certified personnel for installation and commissioning
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM
Email: scm@saao.ac.za
Phone: 021-201-1629
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted via the official eSubmission portal. For technical or procedural enquiries, contact the SAAO supply chain or technical departments via the provided email addresses.
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