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Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
134 Pretorius - Pretoria - Pretoria - 0002
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
25 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157029
The human sciences research council (hsrc) invites tenders for as-and-when-required plumbing repair and maintenance services. This national tender is open to all compliant suppliers, with evaluation based on the 80/20 or 90/10 preferential procurement regulations 2022 system.
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134 Pretorius - Pretoria - Pretoria - 0002
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25 May
2026
Tender Published
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09 Jun
2026
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.docx
The tender is for plumbing repair and maintenance work on an as-needed basis for the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) across South Africa. Bidders must submit a disclosure form declaring conflicts of interest, state employment, or relationships with HSRC officials. Collusion, corruption, or false declarations may lead to disqualification, legal action, or a 10-year public sector ban.
SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022 (Amended).pdf
The tender is for plumbing repair and maintenance work on an as-needed basis for the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) at a national level. The tender uses the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022, with a preference point system (either 80/20 or 90/10) to evaluate bids based on price (80 or 90 points) and specific goals (20 or 10 points). The closing date is June 9, 2026, at 16:00 UTC.
Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdf
The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is seeking to appoint a single service provider for plumbing repair and maintenance work at its Pretoria CBD building. The contract includes planned and corrective maintenance, emergency standby services (24/7), and covers tasks such as sewer line cleaning, water pipe repairs, gutter maintenance, and ablution facility upkeep. The contract duration is 12 months, with performance reviews held monthly. Claims must be supported by job cards, material receipts, and invoices. The tender is evaluated using an 80/20 preference point system (80% price, 20% specific goals).
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Important Dates
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdfMandatory site inspection at 134 Pretorius Street, HSRC Building, Pretoria (date/time not specified). Closing date: 2026-06-09 at 16:00.
Contact Information
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdfHSRC Pretoria Office: 134 Pretorius Street, Pretoria, 0002. Tel: +27 12 302 2000. Cape Town Office: The Yacht Club, 2 Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town 8001. Tel: +27 21 466 8000. Pietermaritzburg Office: Old Bus Depot, Mbubu Road, Sweetwaters. Tel: +27 33 324 5000. Website: www.hsrc.ac.za. Project Manager: submit proof of safety induction training (name/email not specified).
Submission Guidelines
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdfSubmit with your bid: completed job cards (location, dates, personnel, times worked, travel info), material receipts (for non-scheduled materials), and invoices for outsourced services. Claims must be timeous. Mandatory site inspection at 134 Pretorius Street, HSRC Building, Pretoria. No work may commence without: approved Safety File, valid site access certificate, and proof of safety induction training. Provide before/during/after photos of work with claims (electronic submission accepted). Visitors book must be completed on every site visit, recording the reason for the visit. Risk of disqualification: failure to attend mandatory site inspection or submit required documentation.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdf80/20 Preference Point System (80: Price; 20: Specific Goals). Minimum threshold: 70% in technical evaluation (100 points total). Bidders failing to meet the threshold are excluded from pricing evaluation. Criteria: 1) Company Experience (20 points): 3 relevant reference letters (on client letterhead, signed, dated, <5 years old) required for full points (20). 2) Capacity (30 points): Points based on combined technician experience: 1-2 years (5), 3-4 years (10), 5-7 years (20), >7 years (30). 3) Support, Services, and Maintenance (50 points): Fault Response (30 points: Excellent 21-30, Good 11-20, Fair 1-10, Poor 0), Support (10 points: Excellent 8-10, Good 5-7, Fair 1-4, Poor 0), Services (10 points: Excellent 8-10, Good 5-7, Fair 1-4, Poor 0).
Technical Specifications
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdfScope: 12-month plumbing repair and maintenance contract for HSRC Pretoria CBD building, including 24/7 emergency standby. Work includes: sewer line and septic repairs/maintenance, industrial water pipe repairs/maintenance, gutters and downpipes, ablution water network, stormwater/manholes/drainage, and flushing roof repairs. Standards: SABS 0400, OHS Act, and applicable municipal by-laws. Deliverables: Planned and corrective maintenance, monthly sewage pit cleaning, unblocking pipes, servicing pumps. Response times: Emergencies (3hrs), Urgent (5hrs), Non-urgent (24hrs). Reports: Written service sheets for all work, highlighting type of work, problems, inspection results, and fault priorities. Quotations required for corrective work. Monthly performance meetings at HSRC offices. Contractor must provide own quality controls; HSRC may conduct independent audits. SLA required. Performance metrics: contract performance, breakdown frequency, turnaround times, planned vs. actual progress, report/invoice submission, payment of invoices. Penalties: 10% of work value for response time violations; repeated violations may terminate contract. Qualified artisans (with plumbing COC) must lead teams. Contractor must handle multiple sites simultaneously. All removed materials must be returned to HSRC unless stated otherwise.
Financial Requirements
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdfPricing structure: 1) Unplanned Maintenance (Emergency Call-Outs): Labour rates for normal time (07h00-18h00) and overtime (18h00-07h00 weekdays/weekends/public holidays) for qualified technician + assistant and additional assistant (hourly rates to be specified by bidder). Transport: Cost for return trips >50km (rate per km to be specified). 2) Planned Maintenance: Same labour and transport rates as unplanned. Planned duties: unblock sewage pipes, remove/service sewage pumps, clean sewage pit monthly. 3) Materials: Cost plus markup (bidder to specify percentages for: <R10,000, R10,000-R40,000, >R40,000). Breakdowns charged at hourly rates; spare parts at cost plus markup. Mileage claims only for breakdowns >50km return trip. Submit estimates for labour/materials before day-to-day repairs. Payment terms not specified.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Final TOR Plumbing Services 12 Months (002).pdfMandatory: CIDB grade 2SO or higher. Valid COIDA (Department of Labour). Public Liability Insurance (minimum R10,000,000). PIRB registration (valid certificate). Company profile with minimum 2 years in plumbing industry. Resumes of at least 2 staff members. Certificates: Qualified Plumber (Artisan/Trade Test) or PIRB-related qualification. Attend mandatory site inspection at 134 Pretorius Street, HSRC Building, Pretoria. Safety: Approved Safety File, valid site access certificate, and proof of safety induction training required before site access. OHS Act compliance mandatory.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.docxCompliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.docxEvaluation Criteria
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022 (Amended).pdfEvaluation uses the 80/20 or 90/10 Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022 system. Points breakdown: 80 or 90 for price, 20 or 10 for specific goals (total 100). Price scoring formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin) or Ps = 90(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin). Specific goals (max 20 points for 80/20 or 10 for 90/10) include: SMME (EME/QSE), black ownership (50%+), black youth ownership (30%+), black women ownership (30%+), black disability ownership (30%+). Tenderers must declare points claimed and provide proof. Failure to submit proof forfeits specific goal points. Open to all legal business entities (sole proprietorship, partnership, close corporation, (Pty) Ltd, non-profit, state-owned). Valid company registration required.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022 (Amended).pdfMandatory compliance with Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. Must complete SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form. Submit proof of B-BBEE status and ownership (if claiming specific goals). Fraudulent claims may result in: disqualification, cost recovery, contract cancellation, blacklisting for up to 10 years, or criminal prosecution. Must adhere to HSRC’s tender conditions and South African procurement laws.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
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Act 28 of 2024
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Act 2 of 2000
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Act 3 of 2000
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Website
www.hsrc.ac.za/
Address
HSRC Bldg, 134 Pretorius St, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083, South Africa
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High source confidence
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
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012-302-2160[email protected]www.hsrc.ac.zaHSRC Bldg, 134 Pretorius St, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083, South Africa
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