Tender Summary: Chalets Maintenance at Karoo National Park

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance services for the chalet accommodations located within Karoo National Park. The aim is to ensure that all chalet facilities are kept in optimal condition, maintaining safety, functionality, and guest comfort throughout the contract period.

Scope of Work

The scope involves the maintenance of chalet structures and associated facilities at the specified location. Key aspects include:

• Maintenance Activities: Execution of routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance works required to sustain the operational integrity of the chalets.
• Location: All works are to be carried out at Karoo National Park, situated off the N1 near Beaufort West.
• Contract Duration: Based on the tender reference, the scope covers the 2026–2027 period.
• Compulsory Clarification Meeting: Tenderers must attend a mandatory meeting with the employer. This session will take place at Karoo National Park on 13 October 2026 at 11h00.

Technical Requirements

Tenderers must satisfy the following technical criteria:

• CIDB Contractor Grading: Contractors are estimated to require a Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 1GB or higher.
• Submission Protocol: Tenders must be submitted exclusively on the official tender documentation issued by the employer. Late tenders will not be accepted.

Explanation of Technical Terms:

• CIDB Grading 1GB: The CIDB is the statutory body regulating the construction industry in South Africa. The grading system evaluates contractors based on financial capacity, turnover, and project execution capability. A 1GB rating denotes a contractor with substantial resources and experience, qualifying them to undertake construction and maintenance projects of moderate to high complexity and value. This requirement ensures the successful bidder possesses the financial stability and operational scale to fulfill the maintenance obligations reliably.

Skills Requirements

Although specific trade certifications are not detailed in the notice, the technical grading necessitates the following skill profile:

• Managerial Expertise: The contractor must demonstrate the administrative and technical management capabilities commensurate with a 1GB grade, including proven experience in facility maintenance contracts.
• Skilled Artisans: Access to qualified personnel proficient in essential trades such as plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, painting, and general building repairs.
• Operational Competence: Ability to mobilize resources and execute works efficiently within a national park environment, adhering to the operational standards and constraints typical of SANParks properties.