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Summary
Ingquza hill local municipality requires a suitably qualified architectural company to develop concept and detailed architectural designs, 3d drawings, and a bankable bill of quantities for a container mall on two municipal sites: erf 3338 in flagstaff (4.7 Ha) and erf 2811 in lusikisiki (1.3925 Ha). The project aims to cluster informal traders into a central, orderly market space using marine shipping containers, with a project duration of 6 weeks. Bidders must score at least 70 out of 100 on functionality to proceed to the 80/20 price and specific goals evaluation, and the project leader must hold a sacap registration with 5+ years of experience.
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DocumentTENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdfReview complete
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technical scope
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7 sourced criteria
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33 sourced criteria
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personnel
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equipment capacity
Source analysis requires completion or review
delivery contract
9 sourced criteria
equity registrations
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What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Project duration: 6 weeks, strictly adhered to unless written reasons submitted in advance to the project steering committee chairperson and municipal project manager.
Threshold: 6 weeks
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
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Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf
The municipality requires appointment of a suitable architectural company to develop designs and formulate a bill of quantities for the establishment of a container mall in Flagstaff and Lusikisiki. The project aims to accommodate informal traders currently occupying municipal land in an unintended way, creating central market spaces by clustering informal businesses using marine shipping containers. Two sites are earmarked: Erf 3338, Flagstaff (4.7 Ha) and Erf 2811, Lusikisiki (1.3925 Ha). The project is part of local economic development initiatives, with objectives to attain cleanliness, contribute to economic development, make towns attractive to investors and tourists, provide authorised trading spaces, and provide healthy and safe trading zones. Legal framework includes the Constitution, NIBUS, Eastern Cape Provincial Growth and Development Plan, National Framework for LED, White Paper on Local Government, Tourism Act, OR Tambo Economic Development Strategy, and Ingquza Hill Local Municipal LED Strategy.
Important Dates
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf (TENDER)
Closing date: 19 October 2026 at 12:00
Advert date: 09 October 2026
Tender validity period: 90 days after closing date
No compulsory briefing or site visit mentioned
Contact Information
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf (TENDER)
MBD3.1 (Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices): firm prices only, all taxes included
MBD3.3 (Pricing Schedule and Specification): pricing instructions and specification
MBD4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses any connection to state employees
MBD6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims specific goals points
MBD7.1 (Contract Form – Purchase of Goods/Works): to be signed by successful bidder
MBD8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past SCM Practices): declares no abuse of SCM system
MBD9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination): certifies no collusion
MBD2.2 (Tender Offer): formal offer, valid for 90 days
Mandatory documents (failure renders bid not responsive):
Valid full CSD proof of registration
Completed and signed MBD1-9 declarations
Accreditation with SACAP or relevant boards
Valid SARS TCS PIN printout
Signed letter confirming no abuse of Employer's SCM system and no failure to perform on previous contracts
Disqualification risks:
Late, couriered, faxed or emailed tenders
Omitted or unsigned returnable forms
Bids not on original documentation
Bidders in service of the state, listed on Register of Tender Defaulters, or with municipal accounts overdue by more than 30 days
Evaluation Criteria
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf (TENDER)
Evaluation stages:
Functionality (100 points) – minimum qualifying score: 70/100 to proceed
Project Experience: 40 points (appointment letters or purchase orders and completion certificates for similar architectural projects; 10 points per project, max 4 projects)
Capacity and Expertise: 40 points (project leader must have architectural qualification, 5+ years experience, CV, and SACAP registration)
Methodology/Proposal: 20 points (programme of work and methodological approach)
Price and Specific Goals (80/20 system):
Price: 80 points
Specific Goals: 20 points
Owned by black people who are youth (18-35 years): 6 points
Owned by black people who are women: 6 points
Owned by black people living with disability: 2 points
Owned by black people: 6 points
Verification for specific goals: CSD registration report, ID copy of owner/director, or letter from medical practitioner for disability
Bidders must score 70 out of 100 on functionality to proceed to price and specific goals evaluation
Technical Specifications
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf (TENDER)
Scope: Development of architectural designs and bill of quantities (BOQ) for a container mall in Flagstaff and Lusikisiki
Purpose: To accommodate informal traders currently occupying municipal land in an unintended way, creating central market spaces by clustering informal businesses using marine shipping containers
Sites:
Erf 3338, Flagstaff – 4.7 Ha, located along R61, largely vacant with informal driving school and tyre repair
Erf 2811, Lusikisiki – 1.3925 Ha, adjacent to St Elizabeth, less than 100m from shopping centre, undeveloped and used as car park
Targeted businesses (not limited to): fast food, coffee shops, mechanics, tshisanyama, clothing, fruit and vegetable shops, hairdressers/beauty therapists, confectionaries/bakeries, laundry/dry cleaner, carwash, tyre repair, shoemakers, pharmacy, herbalists, electrical appliances, cosmetic shops, internet café, business service offices
Other considerations: office space, banking services, tourism information centre
Scope of work:
Architectural designs (layout)
3D drawings with artistic expression
Bankable bill of quantities
Project phases:
Phase 1: Inception
Phase 2: Design Proposals and 3D Drawings
Phase 3: Bankable Bill of Quantities
Phase 4: Close out report
Deliverables:
Concept designs and development proposal
Detailed architectural drawings suitable for statutory approval
3D drawings
Bill of quantities
Project duration: 6 weeks (strictly adhered to unless written reasons submitted in advance to project steering committee chairperson and municipal project manager)
Project management: lead role, draft implementation schedule, prepare regular daily progress reports to Ingquza Hill Project Manager
Methodology
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf
Project implemented in phased approach:
Phase 1: Inception
Phase 2: Design Proposals and 3D Drawings
Phase 3: Bankable Bill of Quantities
Phase 4: Close out report
Project management responsibilities:
Manage and play lead role to achieve project purpose
Draft implementation schedule and time frames for all activities
Prepare regular daily progress reports to Ingquza Hill Project Manager
Project duration: 6 weeks; timeframes strictly adhered to unless written reasons submitted in advance to project steering committee chairperson and municipal project manager
Methodology evaluated as part of functionality (20 points): programme of work and methodological approach
Experience & Qualifications
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf
Project experience (40 points): provide appointment letters or purchase orders and completion certificates for architectural work on similar projects; 10 points per project, maximum 4 projects
Project leader expertise (40 points): must possess architectural qualification (attach qualification), 5 years or more experience, CV, and registration with SACAP
Methodology (20 points): programme of work and methodological approach
Pricing Schedule
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf
Pricing schedule: MBD3.1 (Firm Prices) – only firm prices accepted; non-firm prices (including exchange rate variations) not considered
All prices must include VAT (if registered), customs/excise duty, and all other applicable taxes, duties, levies, expenses, disbursements, transport, overheads, accommodation, general risks, liabilities, obligations, overhead charges and profit
Quotes must indicate professional fees total before adding VAT, then VAT amount, then final project amount (inclusive of VAT)
All delivery costs must be included in bid price
Bid validity: 90 days from closing date
Financial Requirements
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf (TENDER)
Pricing format: firm prices only; non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered
All prices must include VAT (if registered), customs/excise duty, and all other applicable taxes, duties, levies, expenses, disbursements, transport, overheads, accommodation, general risks, liabilities, obligations, overhead charges and profit
Quotes must indicate professional fees total before adding VAT, then the VAT amount, then the final project amount (inclusive of VAT)
All delivery costs must be included in the bid price
Bid validity: 90 days from closing date; offer irrevocable during this period
Withdrawal of tender during validity period may incur liability for additional expenses incurred by the municipality
Payment terms: municipality undertakes to make payment within 30 days after receipt of invoice accompanied by delivery note (per MBD7.1)
No bid security, guarantee, or retention mentioned
Compliance Requirements
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf (TENDER)
Mandatory compliance:
Valid full CSD proof of registration
Valid SARS TCS PIN printout (or CSD number if no TCS available)
Tax compliance: taxes must be in order or satisfactory arrangements made with SARS; original Tax Clearance Certificate required (certified copies not acceptable) – per MBD2
Accreditation with SACAP or relevant boards
Signed letter confirming no abuse of Employer's SCM system and no failure to perform on previous contracts
Not in service of the state
Not listed on Register of Tender Defaulters (Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, 2004)
No undisputed municipal accounts overdue by more than 30 days
For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors: each party must submit separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number
B-BBEE: specific goals claimed via MBD6.1; proof required (CSD report, ID copy, medical letter for disability)
Foreign suppliers: complete pre-award questionnaire (Part B:3) if not resident, no branch, no permanent establishment, no source of income, not liable for taxation in RSA
Contractual Terms
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf
Contract will be subject to Ingquza Hill Local Municipality's Supply Chain Management Policy and Combating of Abuse of the Supply Chain Management System Policy
Municipality is under no obligation to accept any proposal and reserves the right not to accept the whole or any part; lowest bid not necessarily accepted
Bids only considered on original bid documentation provided by municipality
Municipality reserves right to extend tender period by notice in press and on website www.ihlm.gov.za
Bidder must not have abused Employer's SCM system or failed to perform on any previous contract (with written notice)
Bidder must not have undisputed municipal accounts overdue by more than 30 days
Withdrawal of tender during validity period may incur liability for additional expenses; municipality may retain moneys, guarantee or deposit as security
Successful bidder required to sign MBD7.1 Contract Form
Section
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES OCT 26.pdf
Functionality (100 points) – minimum 70/100 to proceed:
Project Experience: 40 points (appointment letters/purchase orders and completion certificates for similar projects; 10 points per project, max 4)
Capacity and Expertise: 40 points (project leader with architectural qualification, 5+ years experience, CV, SACAP registration)
Methodology: 20 points (programme of work and methodological approach)
Then 80/20 system: Price 80 points, Specific Goals 20 points
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
2Inferred operational need
Project implemented in phased approach:
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
3Inferred operational need
Phase 1: Inception
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
4Inferred operational need
Phase 2: Design Proposals and 3D Drawings
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
5Inferred operational need
Phase 4: Close out report
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
10Inferred operational need
Project duration: 6 weeks; timeframes strictly adhered to unless written reasons submitted in advance to project steering committee chairperson and municipal project manager
Threshold: 6 weeks
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
11Inferred operational need
Purpose: To accommodate informal traders currently occupying municipal land in an unintended way, creating central market spaces by clustering informal businesses using marine shipping containers
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
24Inferred operational need
Project duration: 6 weeks (strictly adhered to unless written reasons submitted in advance to project steering committee chairperson and municipal project manager)
Threshold: 6 weeks
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
26Inferred operational need
Withdrawal of tender during validity period may incur liability for additional expenses; municipality may retain moneys, guarantee or deposit as security
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
27Inferred operational need
Phase 3: Bankable Bill of Quantities
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
28Mandatory requirement
All prices must include VAT (if registered), customs/excise duty, and all other applicable taxes, duties, levies, expenses, disbursements, transport, overheads, accommodation, general risks, liabilities, obligations, overhead charges and profit
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
38Mandatory requirement
Pricing: firm prices only, all taxes and disbursements included; quotes must show professional fees before VAT, then VAT amount, then final total inclusive of VAT; bid validity 90 days from closing.
Threshold: 90 days
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
39Inferred operational need
Pricing schedule: MBD3.1 (Firm Prices) – only firm prices accepted; non-firm prices (including exchange rate variations) not considered
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
45Mandatory requirement
Mandatory documents (failure renders bid not responsive): valid full CSD proof of registration, completed and signed MBD1-9 declarations, SACAP accreditation or relevant board registration, valid SARS TCS PIN printout, and a signed letter confirming no abuse of the Employer's SCM system and no failure to perform on previous contracts.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
46Inferred operational need
Disqualification risks: bidders in service of the state, listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters, or with municipal accounts overdue by more than 30 days; bids not on original official documentation; unsigned or omitted returnable forms; failure to initial each page.
Threshold: 30 days
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
47Inferred operational need
Closing date: 19 October 2026 at 12:00
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
72Mandatory requirement
Tax compliance: taxes must be in order or satisfactory arrangements made with SARS; original Tax Clearance Certificate required (certified copies not acceptable) – per MBD2
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
77Inferred operational need
Foreign suppliers: complete pre-award questionnaire (Part B:3) if not resident, no branch, no permanent establishment, no source of income, not liable for taxation in RSA
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
78Scored criterion
Functionality threshold: bidders must score at least 70 out of 100 on functionality to proceed to the 80/20 price and specific goals evaluation; functionality comprises Project Experience (40 points, 10 per project up to 4 projects with appointment letters/purchase orders and completion certificates), Capacity and Expertise (40 points, project leader with architectural qualification, 5+ years, CV and SACAP registration), and Methodology (20 points).
Threshold: at least 70 out of 100 on functionality to proceed to the 80/20 price
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
79Inferred operational need
Specific goals (20 points) via MBD6.1: 6 points for black youth-owned (18-35), 6 points for black women-owned, 2 points for black disability-owned (medical letter required), 6 points for black-owned; verification via CSD registration report and ID copy of owner/director.
Threshold: 20 points
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
80Scored criterion
Functionality (100 points) – minimum 70/100 to proceed:
Threshold: minimum 70/100 to proceed:
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
86Inferred operational need
Project experience (40 points): provide appointment letters or purchase orders and completion certificates for architectural work on similar projects; 10 points per project, maximum 4 projects
Threshold: maximum 4 projects
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
87Mandatory requirement
Project leader expertise (40 points): must possess architectural qualification (attach qualification), 5 years or more experience, CV, and registration with SACAP
Threshold: 40 points
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
91Scored criterion
Project Experience: 40 points (appointment letters or purchase orders and completion certificates for similar architectural projects; 10 points per project, max 4 projects)
Threshold: 40 points
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
103Inferred operational need
Closing: 19 October 2026 at 12:00, hand-delivered only to Ingquza Hill Local Municipality, 135 Main Street, Flagstaff, 4810 (Municipal Reception); sealed envelope endorsed with tender number IHLM/60/2026-27/PLAN and description; no late, couriered, faxed or emailed tenders accepted.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
104Inferred operational need
The municipality requires appointment of a suitable architectural company to develop designs and formulate a bill of quantities for the establishment of a container mall in Flagstaff and Lusikisiki. The project aims to accommodate informal traders currently occupying municipal land in an unintended way, creating central market spaces by clustering informal businesses using marine shipping containers. Two sites are earmarked: Erf 3338, Flagstaff (4.7 Ha) and Erf 2811, Lusikisiki (1.3925 Ha). The project is part of local economic development initiatives, with objectives to attain cleanliness, contribute to economic development, make towns attractive to investors and tourists, provide authorised trading spaces, and provide healthy and safe trading zones. Legal framework includes the Constitution, NIBUS, Eastern Cape Provincial Growth and Development Plan, National Framework for LED, White Paper on Local Government, Tourism Act, OR Tambo Economic Development Strategy, and Ingquza Hill Local Municipal LED Strategy.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
108Inferred operational need
Contract will be subject to Ingquza Hill Local Municipality's Supply Chain Management Policy and Combating of Abuse of the Supply Chain Management System Policy
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records NIYAMO as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 294000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
109Inferred operational need
Municipality is under no obligation to accept any proposal and reserves the right not to accept the whole or any part; lowest bid not necessarily accepted
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.