Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to deliver the first phase of a municipal streetlighting and security infrastructure project. The municipality seeks to improve public safety, enhance nighttime visibility, and secure public spaces through compliant, transparent procurement aligned with national preferential purchasing legislation.

Scope of Work

The project covers the complete installation of streetlights and integrated surveillance systems within designated areas of the Jozini Local Municipality. Scope includes civil excavation and foundation works, electrical conduit and cabling installation, mounting of lighting fixtures and control equipment, deployment of surveillance cameras and recording infrastructure, system testing, commissioning, and final handover.

Technical Requirements

• Valid tax clearance certificate
• Active registration with the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
• Proof of municipal rates and taxes payment, with no arrears exceeding three months
• CIDB registration at the Engineering Professional (EP) class with a contractor grading of 5EP or higher
• Joint ventures are permitted provided all participating entities hold valid CIDB registration and their combined grading meets or exceeds the 5EP threshold
• Tenders must strictly utilize official municipal documentation; submissions via email or facsimile will be rejected
• Bidders must achieve a minimum responsiveness and functionality score of 70%
• All submitted tenders remain valid for ninety days from the submission deadline

Skills Requirements

While not exhaustively itemized, the mandatory 5EP CIDB grading necessitates contractors demonstrating substantial experience and financial capacity for medium-scale engineering projects. Essential competencies include:

• Project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for infrastructure delivery
• Electrical engineering and low-voltage cabling expertise
• Installation and configuration of outdoor lighting and CCTV/surveillance networks
• Site supervision, quality control, and compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• Procurement management, subcontractor coordination, and municipal reporting protocols

Key Terms & Definitions

CIDB Grading: A South African classification system administered by the Construction Industry Development Board that assesses contractors’ financial turnover, work history, and management capacity to determine eligibility for public infrastructure projects.

EP Class: Engineering Professional category, indicating capability to execute technically complex civil and electrical engineering works typically involving higher risk or specialized design elements.

PPPFA & 80/20 Principle: The Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act mandates that public entities allocate procurement evaluation points based on price (80%) and socio-economic transformation targets (20%).

Specific Goals: A scoring mechanism awarding additional preference points for Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) compliance, local economic development within the municipality, and enterprise development targeting black women, black youth, persons with disabilities, and qualifying small or medium enterprises.