Fire-Rated Drywalling and Fire Door Installation

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO), a business unit of the National Research Foundation, has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the appointment of a CIDB Grade 1GB or higher service provider to supply and install 1-hour fire-rated drywalling, fire doors and associated ironmongery at its premises at 18A Gill Street, Observatory, Johannesburg. The contract is a once-off supply and installation, commencing from the date of appointment, and delivery is required within five days of the official purchase order. The scope of work covers two floors and includes 15mm gypsum fire-rated drywall enclosures on 51mm drywall studs and tracks, taped and skimmed joints, and multi-coat painting of walls, doors and frames to specified finishes. It also includes installation of Class A 1-hour rated unequal leaf double doors and frames (1260 x 2065 x 130mm), emergency exit push bar sets with outside access devices, 50mm aluminium equal angle trims and 75mm aluminium skirting. Doors, frames and emergency hardware will be supplied by SARAO, while the contractor supplies and installs the remaining materials and labour. A Health and Safety file must be prepared and submitted by the successful bidder before commencement, in line with Annexure A and the OHS Act 85 of 1993.

Bidders are evaluated in three phases. Phase 1 checks administrative compliance, including the signed SBD 1, SBD 3.1 pricing schedule, SBD 4 and SBD 6.1 forms for quotations of R2,000 or more. Phase 2 is a go/no-go functionality assessment requiring a valid CIDB registration of at least Grade 1GB, a valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing, public liability insurance of at least R1 million, and a completed and signed Annexure A. Phase 3 applies the 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price (VAT inclusive) and 20 points for B-BBEE status level and specific goals. Prices must be firm, inclusive of all costs including VAT, travel and delivery, and valid for 60 days from the closing date. Partial quotations may lead to disqualification. Bidders must also be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) before any award is made. Payment is due within 30 days of a valid invoice following satisfactory completion, and no advance payments are permitted.

This opportunity offers value to contractors with the required CIDB grading and experience in fire-rated construction, fire door installation and commercial interior fit-outs, particularly in the Gauteng region. It supports SARAO's objectives of ensuring safety and security, enhancing property value, promoting employee well-being and preventing infrastructure damage. Quotations are submitted by email to tmothupi@sarao.ac.za by 11:00 on 5 November 2026. Enquiries on bidding procedures may be directed to Tumelo Mothupi (011 268 3423) and technical enquiries to Byran Benjamin (011 268 3400).