Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to establish a framework contract with a panel of up to five (5) qualified professional service providers in the field of Quantity Surveyors. The framework aims to facilitate the planning, design, and project management of building infrastructure projects within the Elundini Municipality over a three-year period. The contract is intended to provide efficient, timely, and cost-effective professional services on an as-and-when basis, supporting municipal infrastructure development, promoting local employment, capacity building, and skills development.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Provision of multi-disciplinary professional services related to municipal infrastructure projects, including planning, design, project management, and construction supervision.
• Carrying out studies, investigations, assessments, and feasibility reports to inform project decisions.
• Preparation of preliminary proposals, feasibility studies, and technical reports.
• Development of project scope, timeframes, and cost estimates.
• Design development, documentation, procurement support, contract administration, and project close-out.
• Provision of personnel, materials, equipment, and plant required for project delivery as instructed through specific task orders.

The services are to be delivered over a three-year period, with specific projects and tasks issued as needed, without a guaranteed quantum of work.

Technical Requirements

Technical requirements include:

• Registration and professional standing with relevant statutory bodies (e.g., SACQSP for Quantity Surveyors).
• Provision of qualified personnel, including a Project Leader with NQF 7 in Quantity Surveying and professional registration, and supporting staff with appropriate qualifications and experience.
• Demonstrated experience through at least three recent client references for Quantity Surveying services, with a minimum fee income of R2 million (including VAT) within the last five years.
• Proof of professional indemnity insurance of at least R2 million.
• Compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and the scope of services as outlined in the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession guidelines.
• Adherence to the contractual conditions, including NEC3 Professional Services Contract – Option G, and other relevant legal and procurement frameworks.

Skills Requirements

The successful service providers must demonstrate:

• Strong technical expertise in quantity surveying, project management, and infrastructure development.
• Qualified and experienced personnel, including a Project Leader registered with SACQSP, a Project Manager with relevant qualifications and registration, and supporting staff with appropriate built environment qualifications.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive feasibility studies, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Good communication, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.
• Capacity to provide services on a flexible, as-needed basis over the contract period.