Construction of shadenet structure and wind breaker - simondium western cape

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• Submit a written quotation to the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) via email to [email protected].
• Use official letterhead, sign all Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) and include the completed Preference Points Claim Form.
• Include CSD registration number and full CSD report (only CSD‑registered bidders will be considered).
• Provide proof of CIDB grading 1GB or higher.
• Attach 2 reference letters for similar shade‑net or wind‑break projects.
• Break down material and labour costs for both shade‑net and wind‑break structures.
• State the validity period of your quotation and the proposed delivery date.
• Include a product certificate for the shade‑net and wind‑break netting and a minimum 2‑year guarantee (or longer if certified).
• Ensure a safety file is kept on site at all times.
• Failure to submit any of the above (CSD details, signed SBD, CIDB proof, guarantee, safety file) may lead to disqualification.

• Price score: up to 80 points – the lowest acceptable price receives the full 80 points; all other bids are scored proportionally.
• Specific goals score: up to 20 points – points awarded for meeting the B‑BEE and RDP targets as follows:

• Ownership by HDIs ≥51%: 6 points
• Ownership by Women ≥51%: 4 points
• Ownership by PwD ≥51%: 2 points
• B‑BEE status Level 1‑4: 2 points
• RDP goal – promotion of SMMEs: 2 points

• Total possible score: 100 points (80 price + 20 specific goals).
• Bidders must submit supporting documentation for any claimed specific‑goal points; otherwise those points will not be awarded.
• The ARC reserves the right to verify all claims and may disqualify bidders for non‑compliance.

Scope: Supply, deliver and install a shade‑net structure and a wind‑break for the Kiwifruit block at the Bien Donne Research Farm.

• Shade‑net structure: 80 m × 45 m × 4 m high, flat roof, 8 % shade, one side closed, white code‑20 net (ISO 9001:2021 rating).
• Wind‑break structure: 121 m long × 6 m high, ISO‑rated net (Premium 50 % green shade).

Materials:

• 131 mm galvanized steel poles (wall = 5 mm), G5 for shade‑net, concrete‑filled for wind‑break, buried 1.2 m (shade) and 1.8 m (wind‑break).
• Dead‑man anchors for both structures.
• Primary cables 8 mm, secondary cables 8 mm, primary anchor cable 10 mm, secondary anchor cable 8 mm; all rust‑proof.
• Connectors must withstand >2× rated tensile force; comply with SANS 2408.

Installation:

• Pole spacing 6 m along rows, 4 m between rows (matching existing orchard spacing).
• All farm roads and orchard rows must remain clear for unrestricted tractor access.
• Materials must be locally manufactured, good quality, and meet ISO standards.

Guarantee: Minimum 2‑year guarantee on installation and components (longer if product certificates allow).

• Prices must be quoted in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT, delivery, insurance and taxes.
• Use the provided price schedule format (item description, quantity, unit price, total price).
• Indicate quotation validity period and proposed delivery date.
• No price adjustments or changes to delivery terms will be accepted after submission.
• Provide a 2‑year guarantee statement for the works and materials.
• No specific bond or guarantee form is mentioned, but bidders should be prepared to furnish a performance guarantee if requested.
• Compliance with CSD registration and CIDB grading 1GB+ is required (proof to be attached).

• Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration – include CSD number and full report.
• CIDB grading 1GB or higher – provide proof.
• B‑BEE status – minimum Level 1 (provide B‑BEE certificate).
• Safety file must be kept on site at all times.
• All materials must comply with relevant ISO standards and SANS 2408.
• Supplier must be the principal or authorized installer of the structures.
• Provide product certificates for shade‑net and wind‑break netting.
• Submit reference letters (2) for similar projects.
• Adhere to ARC supply chain management code of conduct and National Treasury General Conditions of Contract.