Fire Systems Maintenance
Tender Overview
About this tender
We are inviting quotations for the provision of inspection, testing, and maintenance services for fire prevention and protection assets across the University of Waikato’s Hamilton and Tauranga campuses. The purpose of this Request for Quote (RFQ) is to solicit quotations that offer the buyer the best possible value for money without compromising quality or service levels. The contract will be fully comprehensive in nature; this means all equipment serviced under the contract will be maintained at a fixed cost; no additional payments will be made for maintenance items, other than those that have been subjected to wilful damage. Contact: Procurement Email: procurement@waikato.ac.nz
How to respond to this tender
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Read the requirements in full
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Confirm you are eligible and it is worth bidding
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Answer every criterion with evidence
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Lodge early through the official portal
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