Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to lease a land parcel of approximately 204m² at Berio Road, Port of Cape Town, for a period of up to ten (10) years. The lease aims to facilitate activities related to marine engineering, refueling, contained handling depots, and port-related operations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Additionally, the tender seeks to promote environmental sustainability, job creation, skills development, and support for small and disadvantaged businesses.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Leasing of the specified land parcel at Berio Road, Port of Cape Town.
• Use of the premises for offices, marine engineering, refueling stations, and handling depots.
• Refurbishment, repairs, upgrades, and capital improvements as necessary.
• Compliance with all applicable laws, environmental standards, and port policies.
• Potential beneficial occupation arrangements, subject to approval.
• Environmental management and sustainability considerations, including environmental impact assessments and plans.
• Provision of security, signage, access, and other port-related operational requirements.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements encompass:

• Demonstration of at least 2 years’ relevant experience supporting port-related activities.
• Provision of supporting evidence such as company profiles, reference letters (not older than 5 years), bank ratings, and operational plans.
• Development of a comprehensive Business Plan, including operational, maintenance, and environmental management plans.
• Submission of detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), project schedules, and cash flow projections for refurbishment and operational activities.
• Market analysis demonstrating port-related commercial activity and potential value addition.
• Proposed use of premises aligned with port development and strategic objectives.
• Environmental impact assessments, baseline studies, and environmental management plans.
• Compliance with safety, security, and port policies, including security clearance where applicable.
• Provision of a market-related rental offer, with provisions for negotiations if initial offers are non-market compliant.

Skills Requirements

The tender stipulates that bidders must possess:

• At least 2 years’ experience in port-related operations or similar activities, supported by verifiable reference letters.
• Technical and operational competence in marine engineering, handling depots, refueling, and port infrastructure management.
• Financial capacity demonstrated through bank ratings, cash flow projections, and business plans to ensure sustainability over the lease period.
• Environmental management expertise, including conducting baseline studies, environmental plans, and compliance with environmental legislation.
• Project management skills, including detailed WBS, project schedules, and cost management.
• Understanding of port policies, security protocols, and safety standards.
• Ability to develop and implement job creation, skills development, and small business development initiatives aligned with national priorities.