Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to construct the Cornubia Boulevard along the C9 corridor as part of the IRPTN Go! Durban project. The work aims to develop a new road link comprising roads, sidewalks, stormwater drainage, water mains, and associated infrastructure to support the integrated rapid public transport network and improve urban connectivity.

The project seeks to deliver a fully functional, durable, and compliant roadway that accommodates bus routes, pedestrian pathways, and vehicular traffic, ensuring safety, accessibility, and environmental considerations are met.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Construction of a new road corridor along Cornubia Boulevard from Dube West intersection to Dube East intersection.
• Roadworks involving earthworks, paving, kerbing, and median construction.
• Installation of stormwater drainage systems, water mains, and sewer connections.
• Construction of sidewalks, medians, and pedestrian facilities, including tactile paving and signage.
• Provision of traffic accommodation measures, including signage, barriers, and traffic management plans.
• Site clearance, excavation, backfilling, and reinstatement of existing services and infrastructure.
• Construction of structures such as manholes, inlets, and culverts.
• Implementation of environmental management, safety, and community liaison measures.
• Provision of site facilities, security, and temporary offices for project management.
• Coordination with service providers for electrical, water, and telecommunication infrastructure.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements encompass:

• Adherence to the Standard Specifications for Civil Engineering Works, including earthworks, asphalt, concrete, and drainage.
• Use of approved materials such as graded crushed stone, asphalt mixes, precast concrete slabs, and geofabrics, conforming to relevant SANS and industry standards.
• Design and implementation of traffic accommodation plans, including temporary diversions, signage, and safety measures, in compliance with SANS 1921-2 and the South African Road Traffic Signs Manual.
• Construction of asphalt layers with specified grading, compaction (minimum 95% Mod. AASHTO), and smoothness (profile index not exceeding 300 mm/km for Category A roads).
• Installation of tactile ground surface indicators (TGSI) in accordance with SANS 784 2007 and national guidelines.
• Provision of quality control through laboratory testing of materials and in-process checks, including asphalt mix design, compaction, and surface regularity.
• Compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, including the submission of a detailed safety plan and appointment of a qualified safety officer.
• Implementation of environmental management measures, including erosion control, waste disposal, and protection of existing vegetation and structures.
• Coordination with service providers for the installation, relocation, and connection of utilities, with minimum disruption and adherence to specified timelines.
• Provision of site facilities, security, and community liaison to ensure smooth project execution and minimal impact on the surrounding community.

All technical activities must conform to the detailed specifications, drawings, and standards outlined in the tender documentation, ensuring quality, durability, and compliance with legal and environmental requirements.