Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure services for the cleaning of storm water channels within the Greater Knysna area. The aim is to ensure effective maintenance of storm water infrastructure by manual labour, including debris removal and channel cleaning, to prevent blockages and flooding.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Manual cleaning of storm water channels (concrete, stone pitched, earth) across the Greater Knysna area.
• Removal of debris by the contractor, with costs deducted from the contractor’s claim if municipality performs debris removal.
• Adherence to safety standards and performance efficiency.

The municipality will not pay for inefficient performance or safety incidents due to negligence. The contractor must comply with reasonable performance standards and safety requirements.

Technical Requirements

• The contractor must specify which construction plant will be available for the project and which will be hired. Plant registration papers, lease agreements, and proof of recent registration (Enatis) must accompany the bid.
• Hired plant must be supported by a letter of intent from hire companies, including registration documents and lease agreements.
• Plant description example: 3-ton Tipper Truck or Flatbed (own or hire).
• All work must be completed within the specified timeframe, with adherence to safety and performance standards.

Skills Requirements

The tenderer must demonstrate:

• Availability of construction plant (own or hired) with proper registration and documentation.
• Capability to perform manual cleaning of storm water channels efficiently and safely.
• Experience in similar storm water maintenance projects is implied through the submission of relevant plant registration and lease documentation.
• Authorised personnel to sign declarations and compliance statements.

Summary

This tender seeks a qualified contractor capable of manual storm water channel cleaning, equipped with appropriate construction plant, and committed to safety and performance standards. The scope covers debris removal and channel maintenance across the Greater Knysna area, with technical compliance and documentation as key evaluation criteria.