Supply and Delivery of Industrial, Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables to Salima Technical College - Malawi

New clarification added: LOT 5, Item #2: (Universal Testing Machine) (100 kN)Question: Could you please provide further details on the specimens and test standards?UNOPS Response: Grips should accommodate flat specimens up to  25 mm wide and 10 mm thick, and round specimens where applicable. The supplier should provide grips compatible with relevant ASTM/ISO tensile testing standards.Question: What type, material, and dimensions of test specimens will be tested?UNOPS Response: The UTM should be supplied with self-aligning wedge grips capable of testing metallic, plastic, timber, composite, adhesive and similar specimens. Grips should accommodate flat specimens up to 25 mm wide and 10 mm thick, and round specimens where applicable. Question: Compression Platens: What are the specific specimen types, dimensions (Length × Width × Height/Thickness), and maximum weights?UNOPS Response: Compression platens should be suitable for metal, plastic, timber, composite and other solid specimens, with a minimum platen size of 100 mm × 100 mm and sufficient clearance for specimens up to 100 mm × 100 mm × 200 mm (L × W × H). Maximum individual platen weight of 20 kg, with a minimum load capacity of 100 kN.Question: Three-Point & Four-Point Bending Fixtures: What are the specimen types (e.g., timber/wood panels or other composites) and their dimensions (L × W × T)?UNOPS Response: Fixtures should be suitable for metal, plastic, timber, and composite specimens, with adjustable support spans. They should accommodate specimens up to 500 mm long × 100 mm wide × 50 mm thick, with the supplier providing suitable rollers/supports and loading nose arrangements.Question: Rope Grips: What type of rope/cable is to be tested, what are the specimen parameters, and which test standard should be followed?UNOPS Response: Rope grips should be suitable for synthetic marine ropes and wire/cable specimens used for training and testing. The system should accommodate specimens up to 20 mm diameter, with suitable wedge, capstan or bollard-type gripping arrangements to prevent slippage or premature damage. Testing should comply with applicable ISO/ASTM rope-testing standards, as appropriate to the rope type. Question: Composite Grips: What are the specific composite materials/specimens and the corresponding test standard?UNOPS Response: Composite grips should be suitable for GRP/fibreglass, carbon-fibre and other reinforced composite specimens, including flat coupons. They should accommodate specimens up to 25 mm wide and 10 mm thick and support relevant ASTM D3039, ISO 527 or equivalent composite tensile testing standards. LOT 5, Item #3: (Impact Testing Machine)Question: The technical specification calls for both Charpy and Izod impact tests on a 300J capacity machine. Could you please confirm if the testing is strictly intended for metallic materialsUNOPS Response: The machine should be capable of performing both Charpy and Izod impact tests. The equipment is intended for training and testing of metallic and non-metallic materials, including plastics and composites. Question: If so, please clarify whether a Charpy-only impact testing machine (with 50J, 150J, and 300J interchangeable pendulums) would fully satisfy your requirementsUNOPS Response: A Charpy-only machine will not fully satisfy the requirement. The machine must include the necessary interchangeable fixtures and striker arrangements to perform both Charpy and Izod tests, while maintaining the specified 50 J, 150 J and 300 J energy rangesQuestion: To perform standard Charpy/Izod impact testing, specialized specimen preparation and inspection equipment are typically required, specifically:Specimen Notch Broaching Machine, Notch Optical Projector / Profile Projector.​ Could you please confirm whether these two accessories should be included in our supply scope for Item 3, or if the end-user will provide them on site?UNOPS Response: The specimen notch broaching machine should be included in the supply to enable preparation of standardised Charpy and Izod notches. It should be suitable for the required specimen materials and dimensions. A notch optical projector/profile projector should also be included in the supply for verification of notch geometry and dimensions before impact testing.LOT 5, Item #4: (Universal Digital Hardness Testing Machine)Question: The specification mentions a floor-standing machine for Rockwell, Brinell, and Vickers hardness tests. Standard universal (three-in-one) hardness testers are typically designed as bench-mounted (desktop) units, which are optimal for general laboratory parts testing. Could you please confirm if a high-precision bench-mounted universal hardness tester is acceptable?UNOPS Response: A high-precision bench-mounted universal hardness tester is acceptable in place of the specified floor-standing configuration, provided that the machine is computer-controlled and capable of performing Rockwell, Brinell, and Vickers hardness tests and meets all other specified requirements, including automatic load application, dwell time control, digital hardness measurement, automatic hardness scale conversion, required indenters/anvils, certified hardness test blocks, calibration, software, installation, commissioning, and operator training.LOT 5, Item #5: Propeller/Shaft Alignment ToolQuestion: Could you please confirm that the alignment system is intended for shaft-to-coupling alignment (measuring angular and parallel misalignment across shaft/coupling interfaces), and that the standard universal chain mounting brackets and magnetic fixtures specified will fully meet the operational scope?UNOPS Response: Yes. The alignment system is intended for marine shaft alignment, including alignment of the propeller shaft, stern tube, gearbox, engine, and shaft couplings, with measurement of angular and parallel misalignment at shaft/coupling interfaces and the specified universal chain mounting brackets and magnetic fixtures should be suitable for the stated operational scope and compatible with the specified shaft diameters of 20–300 mm and coupling diameters of 50–500 mm. No additional specialised mounting system is required beyond these specified accessories, provided they enable accurate and stable measurements for the intended applications.LOT 5, Item #6: Propeller/Shaft Alignment Training SystemQuestion: Could you please clarify whether Item 6 requires a separate, dedicated digital laser shaft alignment system in addition to the unit supplied under Item 5, or if Item 6 is intended to be operated using the laser alignment system provided under Item 5?UNOPS Response: A separate dedicated laser alignment system is required. The laser system should be fully compatible with the training system and suitable for demonstrating and performing the specified shaft alignment exercises.Extension of DeadlineQuestion: we respectfully request a one-week extension to the current bid submission deadline.UNOPS Response: The deadline for submissions was extended from 2026-09-28 10:00 UTC to 2026-10-08 10:00 UTC

New amendment added #3: Amendment 3:This amendment is to upload document Amendment_2_ITB_2026_63393_Section_III_Returnable Bidding Form D_Technical Bid Form_Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables, which was errouneously omitted when Amendment 2 was posted.The following document is now uploaded to the document section of the ITBAmendment_2_ITB_2026_63393_Section_III_Returnable Bidding Form D_Technical Bid Form_Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware ConsumablesAll the other terms and conditions for this ITB remain unchanged.

New amendment added #2: Amendment 2:This amendment is to: Extend the bid closing date of ITB_2026_63393 Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables) 2026-09-28 10:00 UTC to 2026-10-08 10:00 UTCExtend bid clarification closing date of ITB_2026_63393 Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables) from 2026-09-14 10:00 UTC to 2026-09-29 10:00 UTCRespond to all clarifications received through eSourcing.Amend the following documents to reflect changes in some specifications as detailed in the responses to clarifications​ITB_2026_63393 - Section II - Schedule of Requirements - Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables)ITB_2026_63393 - Section III - Returnable Bidding Form D: Technical Bid Form - Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware ConsumablesTo help track the amendment, updated specifications are in blue text, whereas deleted  requirements are indicated with a strikethrough text .Therefore:1. Therefore the General Tab of the ITB now reads:Deadline * 2026-10-08 10:00 UTCDeadline for clarifications * 2026-09-29 10:00 UTC2. Requests for clarifications have been responded to and they are included as part of the documents uploaded to the documents section of the ITB.3. The following documents are now uploaded to the document section of the ITBAmendment 2. - ITB/2026/63393 - Section II - Schedule of Requirements - Supply and Delivery of Various Equipment to Salima Technical College - Malawi (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables)Amendment 2. - ITB/2026/63393 - Section III - Returnable Bidding Form D: Technical Submission - Supply and Delivery of Various Equipment to Salima Technical College - Malawi (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables)All the other terms and conditions for this ITB remain unchanged. 

New clarification added: The clarifications received have been addressed and incorporated into Amendment No. 2 – Clarifications – ITB/2026/63393 – Supply and Delivery of Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables, which has been uploaded under the Tender Documents.

New amendment added #1: Amendment 1:This amendment is to add minutes of the virtual Prebid meeting held on 02 September 2026  at 1500–1600 hours, Malawi timeTherefore:Minutes of Prebid Meeting -ITB/2026/63393 - Supply and Delivery of Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables have been uploaded to the Documents Section of the ITB.We will respond to questions received on eSourcing individually on the platform.All the other terms and conditions for this ITB remain unchanged.

New clarification added: Question: The file titled "ITB_2026_63393 - Section III - Returnable Bidding Forms A; B; E; F;H - Supply and Delivery of Equipment to Salima Technical College (Industrial Workshop Machinery and Hardware Consumables)" appears to be corrupted and cannot be opened.Answer: The referenced file has been reviewed and verified to be accessible. A functional version of the bidding document is available on the eSourcing platform for access by all prospective bidders. Bidders are advised to download the document from the eSourcing platform and ensure that all required bidding forms are completed and submitted as part of their bid.  Question: Can we submit a partial offer ?Answer: Bidders may submit offers for one, multiple, or all lots. However, where a bidder submits an offer for a particular lot, the bidder must offer 100% of the items and 100% of the quantities specified for that lot. Partial offers for individual items or quantities within a lot are not permitted. A bid that does not cover the full scope of a selected lot may be considered technically non-compliant for that lot. Question: Is installation / local assembling  requested?Answer: Yes, where assembly is necessary for the equipment to be ready for use, the equipment shall be fully assembled and functionally tested by the Contractor prior to formal acceptance by UNOPS. Any assembly necessary for the equipment to be operational and fit for its intended purpose shall be considered part of the Contractor's delivery obligations and shall be included in the quoted price. Question: As some of the needed units come already assembled do we need to quote for such a service?Answer: No separate charge for assembly or installation is required where the equipment is supplied fully assembled and ready for use. However, the Contractor remains responsible for ensuring that all equipment is delivered in a fully functional and fit-for-purpose condition, including any assembly, installation, testing or commissioning necessary for the equipment to operate as intended. Question: Would you accept deviations from provided specs ?Answer: Bidders are required to offer equipment that complies with the minimum technical specifications stipulated in the UNOPS technical specification sheet. Alternative specifications or deviations from the stated requirements are not permitted unless expressly identified as acceptable in the bidding documents. Where a bidder proposes an alternative specification or deviation that does not comply with a mandatory requirement, the relevant offer may be considered technically non-compliant.