Manufacture and supply of bilge cradles for armscor dockyard, simon's town

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"closingDate": "2026-07-16T11:00:00.000Z",

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"date": "2026-07-08",

"time": "11:00",

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A non-compulsory site inspection is scheduled for 08 July 2026 at 11:00 at Armscor Dockyard, Simon's Town. Bidders should arrive by 10:30 for security clearance/tool declaration.

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"department": "Procurement division",

"address": "370 Nossob Street, Erasmuskloof Ext. 4, Private Bag X337, Pretoria 0001"

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Submission Requirements:

• Submit quotations electronically via email to [email protected].
• Submissions must be in PDF format and protected from modifications, deletions, or additions.
• Financial/pricing information must be a separate attachment from the Technical/Functional Response.
• All submissions must be prominently marked with the RFQ Number and the bidder's name.
• Bidders are advised to email submissions at least one hour before the closing time to avoid transmission delays.
• Late or incomplete quotations will be disqualified.
• Do not CC or blind copy any other Armscor official; doing so will result in automatic disqualification.
• The bidder is responsible for ensuring all mandatory documents are included in the electronic submission.

Required: CSD report, Valid Tax Clearance/SARS PIN, CIPC registration/share register, B-BBEE proof, Local content documents (if applicable), and technical/financial documentation as specified.

Evaluation Stages:

• Phase 1: Mandatory requirements.
• Phase 2: Critical Criteria or Functionality (Paper-based).
• Phase 3: Functionality (Presentation/Demonstration/Site Inspection).
• Phase 4: Price and Specific Goals.
• Phase 5: Objective Criteria.

Scoring Method (Price and Specific Goals):

• Price: 80 Points.
• Specific Goals: 20 Points.
• Total: 100 Points.
• Price Formula: Ps = 80
• (1 - Pt / Pmin) [for bids up to R50,000,000].

Specific Goals (RDP Programme - Promotion of SMMEs):

• 100% Black owned EME/QSE: 20 points (80/20 PPS) / 10 points (90/10 PPS).
• At least 51% Black owned EME/QSE: 18 points (80/20 PPS) / 9 points (90/10 PPS).
• At least 35% Black owned EME/QSE: 16 points (80/20 PPS) / 8 points (90/10 PPS).
• At least 25% Black owned EME/QSE: 10 points (80/20 PPS) / 5 points (90/10 PPS).

Scope of Work: Manufacture and supply of 8 Bilge Block cradles (Long Arms) for Armscor Dockyard.

Key Requirements:

• Design: Verify existing 2D imperial drawings against physical cradles; produce updated 2D and 3D metric drawings using SolidWorks (or interoperable software) complying with ISO/SANS standards.
• Fabrication: Manufacture 8 units as per drawing S-1258-207B.
• Exclusions: Bogie wheels, bilge block cradle connector, pulley wheels, 300mm x 300mm x 1000mm marine hardwood, and additional material on top of the I-beam.
• Material: Minimum ASTM-TYPE A-36 or equivalent (e.g., EN 10025 S355 JR) subject to approval.
• Corrosion Protection: Dry Abrasive Blast Cleaning (SA2.5) with a 3-coat system (Primer: Carboguard 880 @ 150 Microns DFT; Intermediate: Carboguard 890 @ 150 Microns DFT; Final: Carbothane 137 HS @ 50 Microns; Colour: RAL Grey/Black).
• Testing: Visual inspection for welding/damage and fitment testing with internal bogie wheels.

The bidder must specify the period required for commencement and completion of the order after receipt of the order.

Bidders must provide valid welder qualification certificates covering the applicable welding process, material, position, and thickness range.

Quality Standards & Testing:

• Standards: SANS/ISO 9001 or ISO 3834, ISO 2768, SANS 10162, AWS D1.1/ISO 9606, ISO 12944.
• Inspection: Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) required on all welds.
• Acceptance: Visual inspection of welding/damage and fitment testing of bogie wheels.
• Documentation: Delivery must include MTCs, welding certificates, inspection reports, NDT/MPI reports, paint/coating reports, and a full drawing pack in a lever arch file (two hardcopies).

Pricing must be submitted in a separate attachment from technical responses. Quotations must clearly show Subtotal (excl. VAT), VAT, and Total (incl. VAT).

Pricing and Payment:

• Quotation must clearly indicate: Subtotal (excl. VAT), VAT, and Total (incl. VAT).
• Payment Terms: 30 days after service rendering and submission of invoice/statement.
• Validity: Quotations must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date.

Mandatory Compliance:

• CSD: Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
• Tax: Must be tax compliant (SARS PIN or valid Tax Clearance Certificate required).
• B-BBEE: Valid proof of B-BBEE status (Sworn Affidavit for EME/QSE or SANAS Certificate) and CIPC Beneficial Ownership Declaration.
• CIPC: Company registration documents and latest share register/certificate (for Pty Ltd/Ltd).
• Local Content: Compliance with DTIC local production/content requirements (Annexure C, D, & E required).
• Locality: Submission of municipality bill or local councillor letter (not older than 3 months).
• Security: Bidders must electronically register for Security on the Armscor website.

5. Designated sectors: Local production and content. Yes No

(Where applicable) ☐ ☐

Structures must be designed to withstand marine environmental conditions and repeated usage cycles.

• Payment is made 30 days after service rendering and invoice submission.
• Armscor reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders, award in part or full, or cancel the bid.
• Classified quotations must follow Armscor Security Instruction A-WI-014.

• Quotations are valid for 90 days.
• Armscor reserves the right to disregard abnormally low prices.
• Armscor reserves the right to award the contract in part or in full.

are administered by Armscor SOC (Pty) Ltd on Behalf of clients.

For more information on security registration contact:-

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E-mail:- [email protected]

Critical Criteria (Failure to comply results in disqualification):

1. Proven experience in fabricating structural steel assemblies or marine support structures (e.g., keel/bilge blocks, access towers). Evidence: Client reference letter/completion certificate confirming provider name, project details, and completion date.
2. Material Compliance: Steel must be minimum ASTM-TYPE A-36 or equivalent (min yield strength 250 MPa). Evidence: Material specifications or Mill Test Certificate (MTC).
3. Welding Capability: Must use qualified welders and approved procedures (ISO 3834 Part 3 preferred or DNV equivalent). Evidence: Welder qualification certificates, approved WPS/PQR, and proof of welding quality control system.