Tender Summary: RFQ/OBP297/2026/27

Objectives

The primary objective is to secure a qualified contractor to execute a complete refurbishment project for Onderstepoort Biological Products SOC Ltd. The employer seeks an integrated solution that combines skilled labour with the full supply and delivery of all required materials, ensuring a seamless, end-to-end delivery of the refurbishment works.

Scope

The scope covers comprehensive refurbishment activities across designated facility areas. This includes demolition, structural modifications, installations, finishes, and commissioning, supported by the procurement and delivery of all necessary construction materials. Detailed drawings, bill of quantities, site-specific conditions, and performance milestones are documented in the official tender package.

Technical Requirements

• Contractors must hold a minimum CIDB contractor grading of 1GB or higher.
• All tenders must be prepared and submitted exclusively using the official tender documentation issued by the employer.
• Strict compliance with prescribed sealing, addressing, physical delivery, and submission deadlines is mandatory.
• Late submissions and electronically emailed tenders will be rejected outright.
• Contractors must demonstrate capacity to manage material logistics, site operations, and quality control in accordance with industry standards.

Skills Requirements

Although specific trade licences are not enumerated in this notice, the 1GB grading threshold implies that bidders must possess advanced project management capabilities, including cost estimation, scheduling, risk mitigation, and subcontractor coordination. Essential competencies include supervisory expertise in building refurbishment, knowledge of material handling and storage, proficiency in health and safety compliance, and experience working within regulated industrial or pharmaceutical-adjacent environments. A proven history of delivering full-scope refurbishment projects on time and within budget is expected.

Explanation of Key Terms

CIDB Contractor Grading: Stands for the Construction Industry Development Board contractor classification system used in South Africa. It evaluates a firm’s financial turnover, management systems, plant/equipment availability, and past project experience. A 1GB grade authorises contractors to tender for construction contracts valued up to R100 million, reflecting substantial technical, financial, and operational maturity.