Tender Summary: Maintenance and Repairs of Beach Ablution Facilities

Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a qualified service provider to ensure the continuous functionality, hygiene, and structural integrity of public beach ablution infrastructure within the Mossel Bay Municipality jurisdiction. The contract aims to maintain public health standards, enhance visitor experience, and extend the lifespan of municipal assets through proactive upkeep and rapid fault resolution.

Scope of Work

• Perform routine preventive maintenance across all designated beach ablution sites.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace defective plumbing, electrical, sanitary, and structural components.
• Restore damaged fixtures, fittings, and building envelopes to comply with municipal health and safety regulations.
• Submit all work reports, progress updates, and completion certificates in accordance with municipal supply chain management protocols.
• Adhere strictly to official tender submission formats, sealing requirements, delivery timelines, and assessment procedures outlined in the tender data.

Technical Requirements

• Contractor Registration: Bidders must hold a minimum Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 1GB or higher.
• Submission Compliance: Tenders must be completed using the official municipal documentation. Late submissions or electronically emailed tenders will be automatically disqualified.
• Administrative Deadlines: All tenders must be received by 12h00 on Friday, October 30, 2026.
• Documentation Standards: Strict adherence to municipal guidelines regarding envelope sealing, addressing, physical delivery, opening protocols, and evaluation criteria.

Skills Requirements

Although specific trade certifications are not itemised in the notice, the scope necessitates a competent, multi-disciplinary workforce capable of delivering:

• Plumbing & Sanitation: Expertise in repairing taps, showerheads, flush systems, drains, pumps, and septic connections in high-traffic coastal environments.
• Electrical & Lighting: Ability to troubleshoot and fix wiring, circuit breakers, outdoor-rated lighting, and ventilation fans while meeting municipal safety codes.
• General Building Maintenance: Skills in tiling, plastering, painting, carpentry, and metalwork to address weather-related wear and tear.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Knowledge of public sanitation standards, hazardous material handling, and site safety protocols for open-access facilities.

Explanation of Key Terms

• Ablution Facilities: Public restrooms, shower blocks, and washing stations specifically designed for beach visitors to clean themselves before or after entering the water.
• CIDB Grading 1GB: A South African construction industry classification system. The 'G' stands for General Building works, while '1' indicates the entry-level tier of formal contractor registration, suitable for small-scale municipal projects up to a defined financial threshold.
• Non-Refundable Tender Deposit: An administrative fee levied to cover the preparation and issuance costs of tender documents. This amount is retained by the municipality regardless of the bidding outcome.