Appointment of a CIDB grade 4ce epc/turnkey contractor for the zone 1 alternative borehole water project (bid asez 005 2026)

Returnable documents:

• WCBD 4 (Declaration of Interest, Bidder's Past SCM Practices and Independent Bid Determination): discloses bidder details, any connection to state employees, past SCM practices, and confirms the bid was prepared independently. Must be completed, signed by a duly authorised representative in the presence of a commissioner of oaths, and submitted with the bid.

Disqualification risks:

• Any false or incomplete declaration may result in the bid being disregarded.
• Bidders listed on the National Treasury's Register for Tender Defaulters or Database of Restricted Suppliers are barred from being appointed.

Eligibility and evaluation prerequisites:

• Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and the Western Cape Supplier Evidence Bank (WCSEB).
• Bidders must hold a valid CIDB Grade 4CE grading (or higher) for this construction-related work.
• Bidders must not be listed on the National Treasury's Register for Tender Defaulters or Database of Restricted Suppliers.
• Bidders must not have been convicted of fraud or corruption in the past five years.
• Bidders must not have had a contract terminated for non-performance in the past five years.

Mandatory registrations:

• Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration.
• Western Cape Supplier Evidence Bank (WCSEB) registration.
• CIDB Grade 4CE grading.

Prohibitions:

• Bidders or principals listed on the National Treasury's Register for Tender Defaulters or Database of Restricted Suppliers are disqualified.
• Bidders with any director or shareholder employed by the state, unless the employment is disclosed and the employee holds the required approval for remunerative work outside employment (RWOEE). Non-disclosure may result in disciplinary action.

Closing date: 1 December 2026

Closing time: 16:00

Enquiries (bidding procedure and technical):

• Contact: Supply Chain Management
• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: direct all queries to the designated email address (no phone number provided)

Submission method: eTender portal (online).

Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided, not re-typed.

Late bids will not be accepted.

Returnable documents:

• WCBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): signed as the offer cover page, including supplier information.
• Certificate of Authority of Signatory: proof of authority (e.g. company resolution) for the person signing the bid.
• Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire: completed for the bidder, and for each partner in a joint venture.
• WCBD 4 (Declaration of Interests, Bidders Past SCM Practices and Independent Bid Determination): discloses interests, past SCM practices, and certifies independent bid determination.
• Joint Venture Agreement (if applicable): showing percentage contribution of each partner.
• Tax Compliance Status PIN or CSD number.
• List of directors of the company.

Disqualification risks:

• Failure to provide or comply with any required particulars may render the bid invalid.
• Bids from persons in the service of the state, or companies/close corporations with directors/members in the service of the state, will not be considered.

Preference point system: PPPFA, 2022 regulations (80/20 or 90/10 not specified in the document).

Evaluation stages not detailed in the document.

Minimum qualifying score not stated.

Scope: Appointment of a CIDB Grade 4CE EPC/Turnkey Contractor for the development of the Zone 1 Alternative Borehole Water Project.

Includes: feasibility, regulatory approvals, drilling, pumping, storage and associated irrigation infrastructure.

CIDB grading: Grade 4CE or higher.

Tax compliance: bidders must submit a SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN, or if not available, a CSD number. TCS PIN obtained via e-Filing (www.sars.gov.za). A printed TCS certificate may also be submitted.

For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors: each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.

State employment: bids from persons in the service of the state, or companies/close corporations with directors/members in the service of the state, will not be considered.

CSD registration: required if no TCS PIN is available.

The successful bidder will be required to sign a written contract. The bid is subject to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any applicable special conditions of contract.

The tender is for the appointment of a CIDB Grade 4CE EPC/Turnkey contractor for the development of the Zone 1 Alternative Borehole Water Project, including feasibility, regulatory approvals, drilling, pumping, storage and associated irrigation infrastructure.

Returnable forms — all must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid:

• WCBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form): claims B-BBEE preference points under the Western Cape Government interim strategy. Must be accompanied by the required B-BBEE evidence (certificate or affidavit) or no points are claimed.
• Bidders must submit proof of B-BBEE status level of contribution to claim preference points.
• Failure to submit the required B-BBEE evidence means preference points for B-BBEE are not claimed.

Disqualification risks:

• Bids received after the closing time.
• Incomplete or unsigned returnable forms.
• Misrepresentation of B-BBEE status may lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, and criminal prosecution.

Preference point system: 90/10 (for requirements above R50 million, all taxes included).

• Price: maximum 90 points.
• B-BBEE status level of contribution: maximum 10 points.
• Total points for price and B-BBEE must not exceed 100.

B-BBEE points table (90/10 system):

• Level 1: 10 points
• Level 2: 9 points
• Level 3: 6 points
• Level 4: 5 points
• Level 5: 4 points
• Level 6: 3 points
• Level 7: 2 points
• Level 8: 1 point
• Non-compliant: 0 points

Award rules:

• Contract awarded to bidder with highest total points.
• If equal total points, bidder with highest B-BBEE points wins.
• If still equal in all respects, award decided by drawing of lots.
• Bidders who do not submit B-BBEE proof are not disqualified but score 0 for B-BBEE and only price points.
• Points rounded to two decimal places.

The tender is for the appointment of a CIDB Grade 4CE EPC/Turnkey contractor for the development of the Zone 1 Alternative Borehole Water Project. Scope includes feasibility, regulatory approvals, drilling, pumping, storage and associated irrigation infrastructure.

CIDB grading: Grade 4CE or higher (EPC/Turnkey).

B-BBEE evidence requirements:

• EME (annual total revenue R10 million or less): submit a valid, originally certified affidavit confirming annual turnover and level of black ownership, or an affidavit issued by CIPC.
• QSE (annual total revenue between R10 million and R50 million):
• If less than 51% black owned: submit a valid, original or legible certified copy of a B-BBEE Verification Certificate issued by a SANAS-accredited verification agency.
• If at least 51% black owned: submit a valid, originally certified affidavit confirming turnover and level of black ownership, declare empowering status, or an affidavit issued by CIPC.
• Large enterprise (annual total revenue above R50 million): submit a valid, original or originally certified copy of a B-BBEE Verification Certificate issued by a SANAS-accredited verification agency.
• Trusts, consortia, or joint ventures: submit a consolidated B-BBEE status level verification certificate for each tender.
• Tertiary institutions and public entities: submit B-BBEE status level certificates per the specialised scorecard.

Misrepresentation of B-BBEE status is a criminal offence under Section 13O of the B-BBEE Act and may lead to restriction from doing business with any organ of state for up to 10 years.

Preference point system: 90/10 (for requirements above R50 million, all taxes included).

• Price: maximum 90 points.
• B-BBEE status level of contribution: maximum 10 points.
• Total points for price and B-BBEE must not exceed 100.

B-BBEE points table (90/10 system):

• Level 1: 10 points
• Level 2: 9 points
• Level 3: 6 points
• Level 4: 5 points
• Level 5: 4 points
• Level 6: 3 points
• Level 7: 2 points
• Level 8: 1 point
• Non-compliant: 0 points

Award rules:

• Contract awarded to bidder with highest total points.
• If equal total points, bidder with highest B-BBEE points wins.
• If still equal in all respects, award decided by drawing of lots.
• Bidders who do not submit B-BBEE proof are not disqualified but score 0 for B-BBEE and only price points.
• Points rounded to two decimal places.

Appointment of a CIDB Grade 4CE EPC/Turnkey Contractor for the development of the Zone 1 Alternative Borehole Water Project, including feasibility, regulatory approvals, drilling, pumping, storage and associated irrigation infrastructure.

Closing date: 1 December 2026 at 16:00.

• Validity period: 120 working days from the closing date.

Bid enquiries: Supply Chain Management

• Telephone: 021 495 4405
• CSD support email: [email protected]
• eTenders Contact Centre: +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000
• eTenders email: [email protected]

Submission method: e-Tender Portal only (https://www.etenders.gov.za/).

• Login using CSD credentials.
• Search by organ of state (Economic Development and Tourism) or tender reference number.
• Attach all compulsory documents as per the submission checklist.
• Bids sent by email or similar methods will not be considered.
• Late bids will not be accepted.
• For portal issues, contact the eTenders Contact Centre: +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000, [email protected].

Eligibility: Bidders must be registered with CIDB with a minimum contractor grading designation of 4 CE (Civil Engineering) or higher.

• For Joint Ventures, the combined grading designation must equal or exceed Grade 4 CE.
• No further evaluation criteria are stated in the document.

Project: Development of the Zone 1 Alternative Borehole Water Project.

• Scope includes feasibility, regulatory approvals, drilling, pumping, storage and associated irrigation infrastructure.
• Delivery location: Atlantis Special Economic Zone, Western Cape.

CIDB registration: Minimum Grade 4 CE (Civil Engineering) or higher.

• Joint Ventures: Combined grading designation must equal or exceed Grade 4 CE.
• CSD registration required for e-Tender Portal login.