Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to secure a qualified contractor to restore the structural and weatherproof integrity of a provincial government facility. The project focuses on eliminating active roof leaks, repairing water-damaged building components, and upgrading drainage systems to ensure a safe, functional, and compliant environment for the Social Development and SASSA Regional Office.

Scope of Work

• Conduct a thorough site inspection to identify root causes of roof leakage.
• Repair or replace compromised roofing sheets, flashings, sealants, and penetrations.
• Install, repair, or realign guttering systems, with specific emphasis on sections positioned above three metres.
• Remediate secondary damage to ceilings, insulation, wall linings, and structural supports affected by water ingress.
• Apply appropriate waterproofing treatments and ensure proper slope/drainage gradients to prevent recurrence.
• Manage site logistics, waste removal, and final handover inspections in line with public works standards.

Technical Requirements

• Compliance with South African National Standards (SANS) for roofing, guttering, and building envelope performance.
• Strict adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including documented risk assessments and method statements for high-altitude work.
• Use of corrosion-resistant, UV-stable materials suitable for local climatic conditions.
• Maintenance of a valid Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) certificate achieving a minimum Level 1 status.
• Acceptance of the 80/20 preference point scoring framework, where functionality is assessed first; only bidders meeting the minimum functionality threshold advance to price and preference evaluation.
• Provision of warranties for materials and workmanship as specified in the full tender documentation.

Skills Requirements

• Proven track record in commercial/institutional roofing remediation and leak detection.
• Certified artisans experienced in metal roofing, gutter fabrication, and waterproof membrane application.
• Trained personnel competent in working-at-height procedures, including scaffold erection, harness systems, and elevated platform operation.
• Project management expertise to coordinate subcontractors, monitor progress, and enforce quality assurance protocols.
• Familiarity with municipal building codes and Department of Public Works reporting requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, adapt to constrained urban sites, and maintain clear communication with client representatives.

Key Terms & Clarifications

80/20 Preference Point Scoring System: A standard South African public procurement evaluation model. Eighty percent of the total score is allocated to price competitiveness, while twenty percent is reserved for B-BBEE compliance. This structure ensures cost efficiency while advancing designated economic transformation goals.

Gutters Above 3 Metres: Indicates that guttering works will occur at significant vertical clearance, necessitating specialized access equipment, fall-arrest systems, and enhanced safety supervision beyond conventional ground-level installations.

PRD 2 Building: An internal asset classification code used by the Department of Public Works to catalogue and prioritize maintenance contracts for provincial government properties. It identifies the specific facility and its maintenance tier for administrative tracking.