Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure grass cutting services in cemeteries within the City of uMhlathuze, ensuring regular maintenance and upkeep of specified cemetery areas, including Vulindlela, eNseleni, and Hospital Road cemeteries.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Grass cutting at designated cemeteries with a maximum height of 50mm.
• Edging around tombstones and soil mounds using a brush cutter with nylon line (metal blades only at Hospital Road Cemetery).
• Tree cutting and pruning using chainsaws.
• Clearing of trees and shrubs in cemeteries.
• Debris removal and litter picking around cemeteries, with disposal at authorized dump sites.
• The work involves four cuts per area, scheduled as per specified cycle (February to June).

Technical Requirements

The technical standards and conditions include:

• Grass must be cut to a maximum height of 50mm.
• Edging around tombstones and soil mounds with nylon line brush cutters; metal blades only at Hospital Road Cemetery.
• Tree pruning and clearing using chainsaws.
• Debris and litter must be collected and disposed of properly.
• All operators must be trained in chainsaw operation, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in grass cutting.
• Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and COID Acts, including registration with the Workman Compensation Commissioner and submission of safety files.
• Provision of public indemnity insurance of at least R500,000.
• Adherence to specified working hours and availability for site inspections prior to contract award.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in grass cutting and cemetery maintenance services.
• Qualified chainsaw operators with proof of training.
• Availability of at least 5 trained operators for the duration of the contract.
• Ability to comply with health and safety standards, including PPE provision and safety documentation.
• Registration with relevant municipal and central supplier databases, including CSD registration and a valid Good Standing certificate.