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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
16 Woltemade Street - Jeffreys Bay - Jeffreys Bay - 6330
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Aug 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-164396
Kouga municipality invites qualified service providers to submit quotations for the removal of approximately 50 invasive alien trees at the jeffreys bay poplar dam. The work involves sectional dismantling, chipping, stump treatment, and environmental management, with completion required within 30 working days. Bidders must attend a compulsory site session and submit both hard copy and electronic bids by 19 august 2026.
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 19 August 2026 - 12:00
Venue
Public Open Space Erf 1845, Jeffreys Bay https://maps.app.goo.gl/Qh8b6deNaBFtTU888
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
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16 Woltemade Street - Jeffreys Bay - Jeffreys Bay - 6330
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Description
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf03 Aug
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
19 Aug
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf
Kouga Municipality invites bids for the removal of approximately 50 invasive alien trees at the Jeffreys Bay Poplar Dam, including sectional dismantling, chipping, stump treatment, and site restoration. The contract is subject to the 80/20 preferential procurement system, with a compulsory site visit and strict submission requirements (hard copy plus electronic copy on USB/SD/CD).
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RFQ: alien vegetation removal at the jeffreys bay poplar dam
The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form (mbd7).
Bid response documents may be deposited in
The bid box situated at (street address)
Kouga Local Municipality: Woltemade Building
16 Woltemade Street, Room 122
Jeffreys Bay
6330
Supplier information
Name of bidder
Postal address
Street address
Telephone number code number
Cellphone number
Facsimile number code number
E-mail address
VAT registration
Number
TAX COMPLIANCE STATUS TCS PIN: OR CSD No:
B-bbee status level
VERIFICATION Yes B-BBEE STATUS Yes
Certificate level sworn
Affidavit
[Tick applicable box]
No No
[A B-BBEE STATUS LEVEL VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE/ SWORN AFFIDAVIT (FOR EMES & QSEs) MUST BE SUBMITTED
In order to qualify for preference points for b-bbee]
Yes No Yes No
Are you the are you a
Accredited foreign based
[If yes, answerrepresentative in supplier for the
[If yes enclose proof] part b:3]south africa for the goods /services
Goods /services /works offered?
/Works offered?
Total number of items r
Offered total bid price
....................................SIGNATURE Of bidder date
Capacity under which
This bid is signed
Bidding procedure enquiries may be
Directed to: technical information may be directed to:
DEPARTMENT Supply Chain Office CONTACT PERSON Mrs. C. Venter
Contact person telephone number 042 200 2200
Telephone number 042 200 2200 facsimile number
FACSIMILE NUMBER E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected]
E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected]
1.1. Bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct address. Late bids will not
Be accepted for consideration.
1.2. All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided– (not to be re-typed) or
Online
1.3. This bid is subject to the preferential procurement policy framework act and the
Preferential procurement regulations, 2022, the general conditions of contract (gcc)
And, if applicable, any other special conditions of contract.
2.1 Bidders must ensure compliance with their tax obligations.
2.2 Bidders are required to submit their unique personal identification number (pin) issued
By SARS to enable the organ of state to view the taxpayer’s profile and tax status.
2.3 Application for the tax compliance status (tcs) certificate or pin may also be made via
E-filing. In order to use this provision, taxpayers will need to register with SARS as e-
Filers through the website www.SARS.GOV.ZA.
2.4 Foreign suppliers must complete the pre-award questionnaire in part b:3.
2.5 Bidders may also submit a printed tcs certificate together with the bid.
2.6 In bids where consortia / joint ventures / sub-contractors are involved. Each party
Must submit a separate tcs certificate / pin / csd number.
2.7 Where NO tcs is available but the bidder is registered on the central supplier database
(Csd), a csd number must be provided.
3.1. Is the entity a resident of the republic of south africa (RSA)? yes NO
3.2. Does the entity have a branch in the RSA? yes NO
3.3. Does the entity have a permanent establishment in the RSA? yes NO
3.4. Does the entity have any source of income in the RSA? yes NO
3.5. Is the entity liable in the RSA for any form of taxation? Yes NO
If the answer is “NO” to all of the above, then IT is not a requirement to register for a tax
Compliance status system pin code from the south african revenue service (SARS) and if
Not register as per 2.3 Above.
Certification:
I declare that the information in this annexure is true and correct in all respects.
Nb: failure to provide any of the above particulars may render the bid invalid.
NO bids will be considered from persons in the service of the state.
Signature of bidder: ...................................................
Capacity under which this bid is signed: ...................................................
Date:
Kouga municipality
Government procurement:
General Conditions of Contract- applicable to this contract- please refer to
The Kouga Municipality Supply Chain Management policy as approved on the 30 March
2026 will be applicable to the contract– please refer to www.kouga.gov.za
The Municipal Restriction (Blacklisting) of Suppliers Policy as approved on the 29 April 2026
The 2022 Preferential Procurement Regulations
Kouga local municipality
Notice: 161/2026
RFQ: alien vegetation removal at the jeffreys bay poplar dam
Phase 1 Special conditions
Phase 2 Price Scoring
Phase 3 Specific Goals Scoring
No Specific Goals Categories Max Evaluation Indicators
points
allocation
1 B-BBE Status Level Contributor 10 As for B-BBEE points allocation table above.
2 The promotion of enterprises 10 Points- Located within the boundaries of the
located in a specific province for Kouga Local Municipality
work to be done or services to be 6 Points- Located within the boundaries of Sarah
rendered in that province. Baartman District Municipality & Nelson Mandela
10 Bay Municipality
4 Points- Located within the boundaries of the
Eastern Cape
1 Point- Outside of the boundaries of the Eastern
Cape
Bidders MUST submit valid B-BBEE sworn affidavit/ certificate AND Latest Municipal Billing Clearance
Certificate/ Copy of Municipal Account / Rental Documentation for operational offices in the name of the
bidding company to claim points for specific goals. In the event that the municipal account is in the name of
the director, an affidavit must be done to that effect clearly stating the company name operating from the
address. Information provided for virtual offices will not be accepted.
An electronic copy of the completed tender document with returnable documents must be
submitted with tender submission saved in a flash drive or SD Card/CD. Failure to submit AN
ORIGINAL HARD COPY AND A COPY ON EITHER USB or SD Card/CD will deem the bid non-
responsive. Bidders are encouraged to submit USB’s and SD Cards only. The submission of
CDs in a condition that is capable of being handled i.e. device that is readable and not broken
is solely the responsibility of the bidder. Visibly broken CDs at tender opening stage will not
be accepted. The electronic format must contain the exact same information as the hard
copy. Bidders will be disqualified if not submitted.
The Municipality invites suitably qualified and experienced service providers to undertake
the removal of approximately fifty (50) invasive alien trees of varying sizes located within a
municipal greenbelt.
The exact number and size of trees may vary and will be confirmed during the compulsory
site inspection.
The successful bidder shall:
required to complete the works.
equipment.
ropes, rigging equipment and any specialised tree-felling equipment.
Due to the proximity of residential properties, boundary fences, municipal infrastructure and
indigenous vegetation, trees shall not be felled in an uncontrolled manner.
The contractor shall:
techniques.
sections.
dismantling
The contractor shall:
mulch.
Immediately after felling:
and regrowth.
applicable environmental legislation.
vegetation
Important Dates
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Contact Information
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Submission Guidelines
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Returnable Documents
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Evaluation Criteria
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Technical Specifications
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Methodology
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdfExperience & Qualifications
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdftechniques.
sections.
dismantling
A company profile detailing the bidder’s experience in tree-
felling, sectional dismantling and invasive alien vegetation
management providing a minimum of three (3) contactable
references for similar projects completed within the past five (5)
years. The references must include:
including their relevant qualifications and or training and years
of experience in chainsaw operations, climbing, rigging and
sectional tree dismantling.
Pricing Schedule
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)a. In the event of a mistake having been made; it shall be crossed out in ink and be accompanied by an initial at each and every alteration.
Financial Requirements
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Compliance Requirements
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)B-BBEE Requirements
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)Trading Name (If Applicable): Type of Entity (CC, (Pty) Ltd, Sole Prop etc.): Definition of “Black As per the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act as People” Amended by Act No “Black People” is a generic term which means Africans, Coloureds and Indians – (a) who are citizens of the Republic of South Africa by birth or descent; or (b) who became citizens of the Republic of South Africa by naturalisation before 27 April 1994; or ii. on or after 27 April 1994 and who would have been entitled to acquire citizenship by naturalization prior to that date;” Definition of “Black “Black Designated Groups means: Designated Groups” (a) unemployed black people not attending and not required by law to attend an educational institution and not awaiting admission to an educational institution; (b) Black people who are youth as defined in the National Youth Commission Act of 1996; (c) Black people who are persons with disabilities as defined in the issued under the Employment Equity Act; (d) Black people living in rural and underdeveloped areas; (e) Black military veterans who qualifies to be called a military veteran in terms of the Military Veterans Act ;”
Health & Safety
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdfrequired to complete the works.
equipment.
ropes, rigging equipment and any specialised tree-felling equipment.
and Safety Act and all applicable Regulations.
· A site-specific Health and Safety Plan.
· Risk Assessment.
· Emergency procedures.
· First aid equipment.
· Competent operators.
· Daily toolbox talks.
· Appropriate PPE for all personnel.
· Traffic and pedestrian control where required.
· Increase or decrease the number of trees to be removed.
· Instruct the contractor regarding the sequence of work.
· Suspend work should environmental or safety concerns arise.
· Inspect workmanship at any stage during the contract.
project, including chainsaws, woodchipper, climbing gear,
rigging equipment, lowering devices, ropes, harnesses and
transport vehicles must be submitted with the tender
submission.
necessary.
of the project.
the bid being deemed non-responsive.
recognised arboricultural techniques may be considered for award of the contract.
Price schedule
Notice: 161/2026
RFQ: alien vegetation removal at the jeffreys bay poplar dam
Note:
same amount.
NB! Rates shall include all Labour, Transport, Fuel, Equipment, Chipper, Climbing Equipment, Ropes, Rigging Equipment, Herbicide, Supervision,
safety control (where
required)
3 Removal of small invasive No. 10
trees (up to 5m height)
including sectional
dismantling where required
4 Removal of medium No. 10
invasive trees (5 –10 m
height) including sectional
dismantling
5 Removal of large invasive No. 10
trees (greater than 10m
height) using sectional
dismantling and rope
rigging techniques
of all non-organic waste
and any biomass not
chipped
Environmental
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdfThe contractor shall exercise a duty of care throughout the project and apply environmental
best practices at all times.
The contractor shall:
The contractor shall comply with the requirements of the South African Occupational Health
and Safety Act and all applicable Regulations.
The contractor shall provide:
· A site-specific Health and Safety Plan.
· Risk Assessment.
· Emergency procedures.
· First aid equipment.
· Competent operators.
· Daily toolbox talks.
· Appropriate PPE for all personnel.
· Traffic and pedestrian control where required.
The successful bidder shall be fully responsible for any damage caused to:
· Municipal infrastructure.
· Private property.
· Boundary walls and fences.
· Utilities.
· Indigenous vegetation.
The contractor shall repair any damage at their own cost.
Prior to commencement of work, the successful bidder shall provide proof of Public Liability
Insurance with a minimum indemnity value of R5 million.
The insurance shall remain valid for the duration of the contract.
The contractor shall complete all works within the period stipulated by the Municipality from
the date of appointment which shall not exceed 30 working days.
The Municipality reserves the right to:
· Increase or decrease the number of trees to be removed.
· Instruct the contractor regarding the sequence of work.
· Suspend work should environmental or safety concerns arise.
· Inspect workmanship at any stage during the contract.
All work shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Municipality's appointed project
manager or authorised representative.
The contractor shall provide a valid Letter of Good Standing issued by the Compensation
Fund (COIDA) covering all employees working on the project.
To be considered responsive, bidders shall demonstrate that they have the necessary
experience, personnel and equipment to safely undertake the removal of large invasive
trees in environmentally sensitive areas.
and regrowth.
applicable environmental legislation.
vegetation
experience, personnel and equipment to safely undertake the removal of large invasive
trees in environmentally sensitive areas.
Contractual Terms
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdfInsurance with a minimum indemnity value of R5 million.
2022;
(ii) General Conditions of Contract; and
(iii) Other (specify)
price(s) and rate(s) quoted cover all the services specified in the bidding documents; that the
price(s) and rate(s) cover all my obligations and I accept that any mistakes regarding price(s)
and rate(s) and calculations will be at my own risk.
4.3. Name of company/firm...............................................................................
4.4. Company registration number: .....................................................................
4.5. Type of company/ firm
Partnership/Joint Venture / Consortium
One-person business/sole propriety
Close corporation
Public Company
Personal Liability Company
(Pty) Limited
Non-Profit Company
State Owned Company
[Tick applicable box]
4.6. I, the undersigned, who is duly authorised to do so on behalf of the company/firm,
certify that the points claimed, based on the specific goals as advised in the tender,
qualifies the company/ firm for the preference(s) shown and I acknowledge that:
i) The information furnished is true and correct;
ii) The preference points claimed are in accordance with the General Conditions as
indicated in paragraph 1 of this form;
iii) In the event of a contract being awarded as a result of points claimed as shown
in paragraphs 1.4 and 4.2, the contractor may be required to furnish documentary
proof to the satisfaction of the organ of state that the claims are correct;
iv) If the specific goals have been claimed or obtained on a fraudulent basis or any
of the conditions of contract have not been fulfilled, the organ of state may, in
addition to any other remedy it may have –
(a) disqualify the person from the tendering process;
(b) recover costs, losses or damages it has incurred or suffered as a
result of that person’s conduct;
(c) cancel the contract and claim any damages which it has suffered
as a result of having to make less favourable arrangements due
to such cancellation;
(d) recommend that the tenderer or contractor, its shareholders and
directors, or only the shareholders and directors who acted on a
fraudulent basis, be restricted from obtaining business from any
organ of state for a period not exceeding 10 years, after the audi
alteram partem (hear the other side) rule has been applied; and
(e) forward the matter for criminal prosecution, if deemed necessary.
..............................................
Signature(s) of tenderer(s)
Surname and name: ................................................................
Date: ...............................................................
Address: ...............................................................
...............................................................
...............................................................
ensure that, when bids are considered, reasonable steps are taken to prevent any form
of bid-rigging.
5 In order to give effect to the above, the attached Certificate of Bid Determination (MBD9)
must be completed and submitted with the bid:
Special Conditions
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdfThe following information must be submitted with the bid:
Yes NO
A company profile detailing the bidder’s experience in tree-
felling, sectional dismantling and invasive alien vegetation
management providing a minimum of three (3) contactable
references for similar projects completed within the past five (5)
years. The references must include:
Completion certificates/ reference letters
Details of the key personnel who will be assigned to the project,
including their relevant qualifications and or training and years
of experience in chainsaw operations, climbing, rigging and
sectional tree dismantling.
CV with qualifications and or training as per above
A list and pictures of specialised equipment available for the
project, including chainsaws, woodchipper, climbing gear,
rigging equipment, lowering devices, ropes, harnesses and
transport vehicles must be submitted with the tender
submission.
necessary.
of the project.
the bid being deemed non-responsive.
recognised arboricultural techniques may be considered for award of the contract.
Requirements
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdf (RFQ)TAX COMPLIANCE STATUS TCS PIN: OR CSD No: [TICK APPLICABLE BOX] [A B-BBEE STATUS LEVEL VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE/ SWORN AFFIDAVIT (FOR EMES & QSEs) MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR PREFERENCE POINTS FOR B-BBEE] [IF YES, ANSWERREPRESENTATIVE IN SUPPLIER FOR THE [IF YES ENCLOSE PROOF] PART B:3]SOUTH AFRICA FOR THE GOODS /SERVICES GOODS /SERVICES /WORKS OFFERED? /WORKS OFFERED?
Section
Source: TERMS OF REFERENCE NOTICE 161 of 2026 .pdfDocumentation for evaluation purposes must be submitted within the time
In order to qualify for preference points for b-bbee]
Ce points claim form in terms of the preferential
This preference form must form part of all tenders invited. It contains general information
and serves as a claim form for preference points for specific goals.
1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to invitations to tender
the 80/20 system for requirements with a Rand value of up to R50 000 000 (all
the 90/10 system for requirements with a Rand value above R50 000 000 (all
a) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 90/10 preference point
b) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 preference point
c) Either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system will be applicable in this tender.
B-BBEE Status Number of Points for Number of Points for
Level of Contributor Preference (80/20) Preference (90/10)
1.3 Points for this tender (even in the case of a tender for income-generating contracts)
(b) Specific Goals.
Specific goals 20
Total points for price and specific 100
The maximum points for this tender are allocated as Price and Specific Goals
this tender to claim points for specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean
that preference points for specific goals are not claimed.
Below would be the allocation for Specific Goals
Preference in terms of locality of the service provider/contractor rendering services to
NO Specific Goals Categories Max Evaluation indicators
1 B-BBEE Status level 10 As for B-BBEE points allocation
2 Local area of supplier or 10 10 Points - Located within the
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