# Groote Schuur Hospital - Chiller & Cooling Towers Replacement

> This tender closed on 2026-10-02.

- **Reference:** WCGHIC0001/2026
- **Issuer:** [Department of Health Western Cape](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/department-of-health-western-cape.md)
- **Region:** National
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-02 12:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Specialised construction](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F43.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of the Groote Schuur Hospital - Chiller & Cooling Towers Replacement under the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract (ECSC4).** The project covers replacing existing chillers and cooling towers at Groote Schuur Hospital, with associated plantroom and utility interfaces (drawings indicate multiple new/relocated chillers and connections). Bidders should be CIDB 6ME or higher, and demonstrate HVAC/refrigeration capability, with Western Cape local presence and relevant certifications (e.g., SAQCC B6 Practitioner).

Source: NEC4 tender document (WCGHIC0001/2026 GSH Chiller and Cooling Tower Replacement NEC4.pdf); site/technical drawings attached.

#### Requirements
- CIDB grading: 6ME or higher; active registration at close of tender. 
- Registration/compliance: Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration; tax compliance verification; CIDB registration; COIDA Good Standing; SAQCC Category B6 Practitioner; local Western Cape office proof; manufacturer data sheets for chillers, towers, pumps, water treatment; proof of local civilian office; proposed works programme; no tender-defaulter status.
- Mandatory documents: completion of all returnable documents (T01–T06) and core contract schedules (C01–C11); fully priced pricing schedule; no unpriced items.
- Site/clarification meeting: compulsory attendance at Groote Schuur Hospital Goods Yard Loading Dock on 10 September 2026; non-attendance leads to disqualification; attendance must be recorded.
- OHS compliance: signed Annexure A – OHS Act 37.2 mandatory agreement; appointment/training of competent safety personnel; health & safety file on site; on completion handover.
- Tender process rules: no two-envelope process; pricing must be complete and verifiable; no corrections by masking; 90-day tender validity; pricing disputes resolved per tender rules; final award subject to risk checks and BBEE preference scoring.
- Local content: evaluation may consider local content; ensure compliance where applicable.

Sources: T1/T2 documents, C1–C4 contract data, and Annexure A (OHS) (WCGHIC0001/2026 GSH Chiller and Cooling Tower Replacement NEC4.pdf; Annexure A - OHS-37.2 Mandatory Agreement.pdf).

#### How to Apply
- Get documents from etenders.gov.za (free). 
- Ensure eligibility: CIDB 6ME+, CSD tax verification, and local WC presence; register via csd.gov.za; assist from Roderick April if needed.
- Attend compulsory site meeting: 10 Sep 2026, 10:00, Groote Schuur Hospital Goods Yard Loading Dock (address details in bidding docs).
- Prepare and submit via the Client’s tender box: 4 Dorp Street, Cape Town, 8001 (Tender No WCGHIC0001/2026); box open 24/7.
- Submit full tender documents (1–101 pages) including T01–T06, C01–C11, pricing schedules, and any addenda; ensure pricing is fully filled.
- Ensure submission timing: close 2 Oct 2026, 11:00 (check Tender Notice for final closing). 
- Include the mandatory OHS agreement (Annexure A) and other returnables as listed (T02, T03, T04, etc.).

Sources: site/clarification details and submission instructions in the NEC4 tender (WCGHIC0001/2026 GSH Chiller and Cooling Tower Replacement NEC4.pdf); OHS Annexure (Annexure A - OHS-37.2 Mandatory Agreement.pdf).

## Description

Groote Schuur Hospital - Chiller & Cooling Towers Replacement

Groote Schuur Hospital - Chiller & Cooling Towers Replacement

Documents available from: 03 September 2026 Site Meeting: Yes Municipality: City of Cape Town Metropolitan

## Documents

- Annexure A - OHS-37.2 Mandatory Agreement.pdf..pdf
- Drawing 4 - Isometric View of existing plantroom layout.pdf..pdf
- WCGHIC0001-2026 GSH Chiller and Cooling Tower Replacement NEC4.pdf..pdf
- Drawing 1 - Google Earth view of Hospital.pdf..pdf
- Drawing 3 - As-built schematic of existing system.pdf..pdf
- Drawing 2 - Proposed additional 5th Chiller connections.pdf..pdf

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