Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to facilitate the sale (alienation) of Unregistered Erf 21791, located at Bill Jeffery Drive, Mountain View, Mossel Bay, for development purposes. The development aims to include a Food Retail Anchor (Grocery Store) with line-shops, contributing to local economic activity and urban development aligned with municipal planning.

Scope

The scope encompasses:

• The sale of Erf 21791, approximately 2,646 m² in size, zoned for Business Zone I.
• Development of the site to include a grocery store as the anchor tenant, along with line shops and informal trading spaces.
• Design and implementation of pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, public amenities, landscaping, and community facilities.
• Compliance with zoning, architectural, sustainability, and community engagement requirements.
• Provision of public ablution facilities, renewable energy measures, water-saving strategies, and landscaping plans.
• Adherence to municipal planning, building regulations, and development timelines.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications include:

• Development must conform to existing zoning regulations (Business Zone I) and land use schemes.
• Inclusion of a food retail anchor with adequate space, accessibility, and integration with surrounding retail and informal trading areas.
• Provision for at least three line shops and informal trader spaces, designed for safety, visibility, and inclusivity.
• Pedestrian mobility infrastructure with safe walkways, shaded areas, and integration with public transport.
• Architectural design reflecting high-quality, context-sensitive, and culturally expressive features.
• Public ablution facilities that are accessible, safe, and well-maintained, integrated into the development.
• Sustainability strategies addressing renewable energy use, water efficiency, and environmental impact.
• Landscaping plans emphasizing indigenous plants, biodiversity, and public realm enhancement.
• Community engagement strategies to involve local stakeholders throughout planning, design, and operational phases.
• Implementation of community facilities such as playparks, social spaces, public art, and inclusive spaces.

Skills Requirements

The tenderer must demonstrate:

• Experience in urban development, commercial property development, and retail infrastructure.
• Proficiency in architectural design, landscape architecture, and sustainable building practices.
• Capability to develop and implement community engagement and participatory planning processes.
• Technical expertise in infrastructure planning, pedestrian mobility, and public amenities.
• Knowledge of municipal planning regulations, zoning laws, and building codes.
• Financial capacity to undertake development, including project management, budgeting, and compliance with environmental and safety standards.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including municipal authorities, community groups, and private partners.