Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a qualified and compliant contractor to execute Phasha Water Supply Contract B on behalf of the Capricorn District Municipality. The project aims to deliver, construct, or maintain water supply infrastructure in accordance with municipal standards, contractual obligations, and public service delivery goals.

Scope

The scope encompasses the execution of works associated with the Phasha water supply project. Detailed technical specifications, design drawings, deliverables, performance metrics, and contractual conditions are contained within the official tender documentation. Contractors are expected to manage all assigned works while adhering to strict submission, sealing, delivery, and assessment protocols defined in the tender data. Specific site conditions, material standards, and completion timelines are outlined in the full bid package.

Technical Requirements

• CIDB Contractor Grading: Minimum 7CE or higher. Alternatively, 6CE Potentially Emerging Enterprises meeting specified criteria are eligible to participate.
• Documentation Compliance: Tenders must be prepared exclusively using the official tender documentation issued by the municipality. Substitutions, modifications, or use of alternative forms are not permitted.
• Submission Protocol: Strict adherence to prescribed sealing, addressing, delivery, opening, and assessment procedures. Late submissions and emailed tenders will be automatically rejected.
• Financial Requirement: A non-refundable tender deposit of R2,116.00, payable in cash upon document collection.
• Mandatory Participation: Attendance at a compulsory clarification meeting scheduled for 25 September 2026 at 10h00.
• Closing Deadline: Tenders must be received by 11h00 on Monday, 19 October 2026.

Skills Requirements

• Proven competency in construction engineering (CE category) commensurate with the required CIDB grading level.
• Demonstrated experience in water supply infrastructure projects, including relevant civil, structural, and pipeline works.
• Administrative and procedural expertise to compile fully compliant tender submissions, manage financial deposits, and follow strict municipal guidelines.
• Capacity to meet municipal quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout project execution.
• Ability to coordinate resources, manage timelines, and deliver works within the stipulated contract period.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

CIDB Contractor Grading: A South African national classification system that evaluates construction firms based on financial stability, annual turnover, and project complexity. Higher grades signify greater capability to undertake larger or more technically demanding projects.

6CEPE (Potentially Emerging Enterprise): A designation for developing contractors seeking to scale operations. These enterprises must satisfy specific transformation, capacity, and support criteria to qualify for this tender despite holding a lower base grade.

CE (Construction Engineering): Refers to civil and structural engineering works, typically encompassing earthworks, concrete structures, pipelines, dams, and water distribution networks.

Non-Refundable Tender Deposit: An upfront administrative fee required to access bid documents. This amount is retained by the municipality regardless of tender outcome.

Compulsory Clarification Meeting: A mandatory briefing session where bidders receive critical project updates, clarify ambiguities, and confirm understanding of requirements. Failure to attend may result in disqualification.