Objectives

The primary objective is to deliver a comprehensive development and upgrading project for Alexandra Park, aligning with the Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo’s mandate for urban greening, conservation, and public space enhancement. The initiative aims to transform the designated site into a fully functional, safe, and accessible recreational green space while adhering to municipal standards and environmental best practices.

Scope of Work

The contract encompasses the complete development and upgrading of Alexandra Park, located at Erf 14 770, Martin Manzi Street, Alexandra Far East Bank. Scope includes site preparation, landscaping, hardscaping, installation of park amenities, drainage and irrigation improvements, and general infrastructure upgrades required to establish a modern public park. The entire project must be completed within a strict two-month execution period.

Technical Requirements

• Contractors must hold a valid Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of Grade 3SH or equivalent, confirming eligibility for specialized horticultural and parks-related construction works.
• All works must comply with municipal engineering standards, occupational health and safety regulations, and environmental protection guidelines.
• Specific technical specifications, structural drawings, material standards, and bill of quantities are detailed in the official bid documentation.
• Bids must be submitted physically on official forms during designated windows. Late, electronic, telephonic, or facsimile submissions will be automatically rejected.
• Bid validity is fixed at 120 days from the closing date, with the employer reserving the right to extend this period if operationally necessary.

Skills & Qualification Requirements

• Legally registered company with all required municipal, provincial, and national business operating permits.
• Proven track record in parks development, landscaping, civil works, and horticultural infrastructure.
• Capacity to rapidly mobilize skilled labour, plant machinery, and materials to meet the two-month deadline without compromising quality.
• Financial stability and project management competence to handle municipal-grade contracts and maintain cash flow throughout execution.
• Strict compliance with authenticity verification processes; contractors must demonstrate genuine ownership, direct operational control, and transparent supply chain management.

Key Terms & Clarifications

CIDB Grading: A South African classification system that evaluates contractors based on financial turnover, technical capacity, and past performance. Grade 3SH specifically denotes qualification for specialized horticultural and parks infrastructure projects up to a predefined monetary threshold.

Anti-Fronting Policy: The employer enforces a zero-tolerance stance against fronting, where unqualified entities use another party’s credentials or personnel to secure work. Contracts awarded through fronting will be cancelled, and offending parties will be blacklisted and reported to authorities.

Bid Evaluation & Award: The lowest or any tender is not automatically accepted. The employer retains full discretion to evaluate bids against mandatory and preference-point criteria, and may accept any tender in whole or in part, or reject all tenders if none meet requirements.