# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER PRESSURE-TESTING AND REPAIR TO LEAKS IN THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM ON A TURNKEY APPROACH AT DEFY SITE 413

- **Reference:** RFQ485/70100/2026
- **Issuer:** [Ithala Development Finance Corporation](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/ithala-development-finance-corporation.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-02 11:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-28 12:30 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Architectural and engineering services](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/M71.md), [Civil engineering](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F42.md), [Other professional services](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/M74.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of a turnkey service provider to conduct pressure-testing and repair leaks in the sprinkler system at Defy Site 413.** The contract covers diagnostic, hydraulic diagnosis, remedial design, procurement, mechanical rectification, testing, commissioning and ASIB re-certification of a high‑pressure fire sprinkler installation. Eligible bidders are professional fire-protection/mechanical engineering firms with CIDB 1ME or higher and relevant certifications. Bids must meet tax and supplier pre-qualification requirements (CSD registration, SARS Tax Compliance status or PIN) and CIDB prerequisites; joint ventures must submit separate TCS/PIN per party. The assignment is evaluated on admin compliance, technical functionality, and price with PPPFA preference provisions (SBD forms and CIDB). A mandatory briefing is scheduled prior to submission, and the bid includes SBD 1, SBD 4 and CIDB requirements.

#### Requirements
- CIDB grading: 1ME or higher.
- Tax compliance: SARS PIN/TCS and CSD registration; joint ventures must provide separate TCS/PIN per party; if no TCS, provide CSD number.
- Complete official forms: SBD 1 and SBD 4; sign SBD 7 if awarded.
- Compliance with PPPFA/GCC; no disqualifying conflicts of interest.
- Turnkey capability: diagnostic, design, procurement, rectification, testing and ASIB re-certification as per TOR.
- Safety and local capacity considerations: adherence to OHS/QA and project-specific health and safety provisions in the evaluation criteria.

#### How to Apply
- Mandatory briefing: 28 Oct 2026 at 12:30 (RFQ document details: Defy Site 413 briefing, Ezakheni/LadySmith, KwaZulu-Natal; refer to attached RFQ for venue specifics) (RFQ485-70100-2026-APPOINTMENT-...pdf).
- Closing date/time: 2 Nov 2026 at 11:00 (submission deadline).
- Submission methods: Hand delivery to Ithala Trade Centre, or Email submissions to quotes@ithala.co.za (document must be placed in the quotation box or emailed as specified).
- Documents to submit: Official bid documents on SBD forms, CIDB certificate, Tax Clearance PIN/TCS documentation, CSD number if no TCS, and any required consortium/ JV details. Ensure authorization and authority to sign (proof of authority).
- Information/contacts: Technical enquiries to Welcome Chili (031 907 8981, wchili@ithala.co.za); SCM enquiries to Mlungisi Dlamini (031 907 8718, MTDlamini@ithala.co.za).
- Where to obtain bid documents: See attached RFQ PDF (RFQ485-70100-2026...pdf) for full terms, schedule, and forms.

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER PRESSURE-TESTING AND REPAIR TO LEAKS IN THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM ON A TURNKEY APPROACH AT DEFY SITE 413

## Documents

- RFQ485-70100-2026-APPOINTMENT-OF-A-SERVICE-PROVIDER-TO-RENDER-PRESSURE-TESTING-AND-REPAIR-TO-LEAKS-IN-THE-SPRINKLER-SYSTEM-ON-A-TURNKEY-APPROACH-AT-DEFY-SITE-413.pdf

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## Published on

- [Ithala Development Finance Corporation](https://ithala.co.za)

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