Tender Summary: Request for Renovations to Witpoort Laboratory

Objectives

The primary objective is to execute comprehensive renovation works at the Witpoort Laboratory facility under the National Health Laboratory Services. The project aims to upgrade, refurbish, and modernize laboratory infrastructure to align with current operational, safety, and clinical research standards.

Scope of Work

• General renovation and structural upgrades to existing laboratory spaces at Witpoort Hospital.
• Implementation of interior finishes, utility connections, and facility modifications as specified in the official tender documentation.
• Full compliance with administrative procedures governing tender submission, sealing, delivery, opening, and evaluation processes.

Technical Requirements

• Minimum Contractor Grading: Tenderers must possess a CIDB contractor grading of 2GB or higher. Only contractors meeting this threshold are eligible to submit.
• Submission Protocol: Tenders must be prepared using official documentation issued by the employer. Late submissions and electronically emailed tenders will be strictly rejected.
• Procedural Compliance: Contractors must adhere to prescribed methods for sealing, addressing, physical delivery, and handling of tender packages as detailed in the Tender Data.

Skills Requirements

While granular skill matrices are provided in the complete tender package, eligibility is fundamentally tied to the CIDB 2GB grading requirement. This inherently mandates that contractors demonstrate:

• Validated experience in general building construction, renovation, and facility upgrades.
• Competent project management, site supervision, health and safety compliance, and quality assurance capabilities.
• Access to skilled trades personnel and supervisory staff capable of executing laboratory-specific fit-outs, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and specialist finishing works.

Explanation of Key Terms

CIDB 2GB Grading: Refers to the Construction Industry Development Board (South Africa) contractor classification framework. A 2GB rating designates a general building contractor qualified to undertake projects with a maximum monetary value of R100 million. This grading verifies that the contractor has sufficient financial stability, technical competence, equipment, and workforce capacity to deliver medium-scale construction projects safely and efficiently.

Clarification Meeting: A compulsory session scheduled for 28 October 2026 at 08h30 at the Witpoort Hospital NHLS Reception. Attendance is intended to resolve tender queries and clarify project expectations before submission.

Closing Deadline: All tenders must be physically received by 11h00 on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Submissions after this time will not be considered.