Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a Specialist Service Provider (SSP) to compile pre-Draft Regulations and species lists in terms of section 81 of the Western Cape Biodiversity Act (WCBA). This process aims to give effect to section 49 of the WCBA, including related administrative processes under other provisions of the Act, and to facilitate stakeholder engagement prior to formal public consultation.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Developing pre-draft regulations and species lists in accordance with section 81 of the WCBA.
• Engaging stakeholders across various landscapes (e.g., Paarl, Stellenbosch, Robertson, Hermanus, Moorreesburg, Malmesbury, George, Oudtshoorn) to gather input and feedback.
• Preparing multiple versions of regulations post stakeholder engagement, incorporating accepted comments.
• Delivering stakeholder engagement plans, draft regulations, attendance registers, minutes, reports, and comment responses within specified timelines.
• Providing close-out reports and updates as part of the project deliverables.

Technical Requirements

The SSP must:

• Develop a stakeholder engagement plan including objectives, stakeholder identification methodology, and engagement strategy.
• Conduct stakeholder engagements in key towns within specified landscapes.
• Prepare and submit draft regulations and engagement plans within 7 days of project award.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback into subsequent versions of regulations (Version 2 and 3).
• Maintain detailed records of engagement activities, including attendance, minutes, and responses.
• Ensure all deliverables are submitted within the agreed timelines, with reports and close-out documentation.

Skills and Competencies Requirements

The SSP must demonstrate:

• Relevant expertise in legislative drafting, biodiversity, and environmental law.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and regulatory processes related to biodiversity legislation.
• Understanding of biodiversity challenges facing the Western Cape.
• Ability to develop comprehensive engagement strategies and produce high-quality legislative and administrative documentation.
• Qualified personnel with appropriate professional exposure to legislative processes, environmental governance, and related issues.