Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to secure a qualified contractor to execute Phase 2 development of the Ntenetyane Dam under the Umzimvubu Local Municipality. The project aims to upgrade and expand local water infrastructure to improve water security, support community needs, and ensure sustainable resource management. The municipality prioritises value for money, strict compliance with its Supply Chain Management policy, and transparent, fair procurement practices.

Scope

The contract encompasses the complete execution of Phase 2 dam development works, including civil engineering, structural construction, and associated infrastructure upgrades. Bidders are required to attend a compulsory site inspection and briefing session prior to submission. All works must comply with municipal standards, health and safety regulations, and environmental guidelines. Pricing must be fixed and inclusive of VAT. The municipality reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will not award contracts to individuals employed by the state.

Technical Requirements

• CIDB contractor grading of 3CE or higher is mandatory.
• Pre-qualification assessment requires a minimum score of 70%, distributed across relevant experience (40 points), personnel qualifications (30 points), and proposed methodology (30 points).
• Mandatory documentation includes valid CIPC registration, SARS tax verification pin, properly completed MBD forms (1, 4, 6.1, 8, and 9), original certified ID copies of managing directors or owners, and proof of CSD registration.
• A municipal billing clearance certificate, official statement of accounts, or sworn affidavit confirming no outstanding municipal debt exceeding 90 days must be submitted.
• Compliance with the 80/20 preferential procurement framework, including documentation for specific goal allocations (youth, female, black-owned, disability-inclusive, and Umzimvubu-based suppliers).
• All supporting documents must be certified within 90 days of submission. Late, couriered, faxed, or electronically submitted tenders will be rejected.

Skills Requirements

• Demonstrated track record in civil engineering and water infrastructure projects, specifically dam construction, rehabilitation, or related hydraulic works.
• Deployment of suitably qualified project managers, engineers, site supervisors, and skilled tradespeople capable of meeting the 30-point personnel assessment criterion.
• Ability to develop a comprehensive, practical construction methodology addressing project scheduling, quality assurance, risk mitigation, resource allocation, and regulatory compliance, satisfying the 30-point methodology evaluation.
• Proficiency in municipal procurement compliance, financial administration, statutory reporting, and safe site management practices.

Explanation of Key Terms

• CIDB Grading 3CE: A South African Construction Industry Development Board classification denoting competency in civil engineering works up to a defined financial threshold and complexity level, typically covering medium-scale water and dam infrastructure projects.
• MBD Forms: Standard municipal bid documentation templates governing bid submission, statutory declarations, preferential procurement preferences, and compliance statements required for all public sector tenders.
• 80/20 Framework: A preferential procurement scoring system where 80 points are allocated to price and technical merit, while 20 points are reserved for designated socio-economic transformation goals, including youth, women, black ownership, disability inclusion, and local enterprise participation.
• CSD Registration: Enrollment in the Central Supplier Database, a mandatory national registry for all entities contracting with government bodies, used to verify tax compliance, legal standing, and procurement eligibility.