Tender Summary: Equip Borehole at Emkhovini Community Garden (Ward 07)

Objectives

The primary objective is to establish a reliable, sustainable water supply for the Emkhovini Community Garden in Ward 07. The project aims to support local agricultural activities, enhance community food security, and provide consistent irrigation through the drilling and full equipping of the designated Mashunuka borehole.

Scope of Work

The successful bidder will deliver complete borehole infrastructure at the specified site. The scope encompasses:

• Site assessment, geophysical surveying, and hydrological verification
• Borehole drilling to required depth and diameter specifications
• Installation of PVC/steel casing, gravel pack, and borehole development
• Pump selection, mechanical installation, and electrical/solar integration
• Laying of pressure-rated piping and connection to storage or distribution points
• Construction of concrete plinths, control panels, and protective fencing
• Site rehabilitation, environmental compliance, and handover documentation

Technical Requirements

Detailed engineering specifications are governed by the separate Terms of Reference (TOR). However, the project mandates adherence to national municipal and engineering standards. Core technical expectations include:

• Use of SABS-approved materials for casing, piping, valves, and fittings
• Pump sizing calibrated to verified aquifer yield, static water levels, and daily demand
• Energy-efficient power solutions with surge protection and remote monitoring capability
• Hydraulic performance testing, flow rate verification, and post-installation water quality checks
• Compliance with municipal durability, accessibility, and long-term maintenance standards

Skills & Experience Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate proven technical capacity and relevant past performance in municipal water infrastructure. Essential competencies include:

• Licensed borehole drilling and well construction experience
• Certified mechanical and electrical installation capabilities
• Qualified project management and site supervision personnel
• Strict adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation
• Quality assurance, testing, and commissioning expertise

Key Terms & Clarifications

• PPPFA 2022 (80/20): A preferential procurement scoring mechanism under the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act. Bidding entities receive additional evaluation points based on the percentage of black South African ownership, with higher ownership thresholds yielding greater preference points during contract award evaluation.
• No Briefing: Indicates that the municipality will not host mandatory pre-tender meetings, site inspections, or clarification sessions. Prospective contractors must conduct independent due diligence and review all available municipal guidelines prior to submission.
• Terms of Reference (TOR) Only: Comprehensive tender documentation is not distributed separately. Bidders must rely exclusively on the TOR and municipal policy frameworks to determine compliance, technical specifications, pricing structures, and submission requirements.