Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a qualified service provider to execute the rehabilitation of the Makhathini Pump Stations. The project aims to restore and upgrade critical water infrastructure within the Jozini Local Municipality (Umkhanyakude District Municipality) to ensure reliable operational performance and support regional agricultural and rural development initiatives.

Scope

The scope encompasses all necessary works required for the comprehensive rehabilitation of the specified pump stations. This includes the assessment, repair, replacement, and upgrading of mechanical, electrical, and structural components integral to pump station functionality. All project execution will be managed under the oversight of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development KZN.

Technical Requirements

• Contractors must hold a valid Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 6ME or 6SH, or a higher equivalent grade.
• Tenders must be prepared exclusively using the official tender documentation issued by the employer.
• All submissions must strictly comply with the prescribed sealing, addressing, delivery, and formatting protocols detailed in the tender package.
• Late submissions and electronically emailed tenders will be automatically disqualified.

Skills Requirements

While detailed personnel specifications are contained within the full tender documentation, the mandatory CIDB grading necessitates that bidders demonstrate proven competency in managing and executing infrastructure rehabilitation projects. Contractors must employ qualified project managers, certified tradespersons, and technical specialists capable of handling mechanical and structural restoration works commensurate with their approved grading level and financial capacity.

Key Terminology & Clarifications

• CIDB Grading (6ME/6SH): The Construction Industry Development Board classifies contractors by engineering discipline and financial capacity. “6ME” refers to Mechanical Engineering works, while “6SH” relates to Structural/Hard engineering disciplines. These grades certify a contractor’s approved scope of work and turnover thresholds for public sector contracts.
• Preferential Point Allocation: In alignment with national procurement legislation, enterprises that are 100% Black-owned will receive maximum preference points (indicated as 20/20), prioritising economic transformation during the evaluation phase.