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Summary
This tender invites professional services providers to bid for the refurbishment of the zastron wastewater treatment works (wwtw) in mohokare local municipality, free state province. The project is managed by the municipal infrastructure support agent (MISA) under nec3 engineering – professional service providers (option a) and requires ecsa-registered engineers with water and sanitation experience.
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technical scope
2 sourced criteria
financial capacity
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pricing
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compliance returnables
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evaluation
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experience
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personnel
2 sourced criteria
equipment capacity
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delivery contract
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equity registrations
4 sourced criteria
What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Submit tender documents as 1 original + 1 hard copy + 1 scanned copy on USB by 19 June 2026 at 11:00 AM to MISA’s reception in Centurion.
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 MEBAN GROUP as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 1514048.11 ZAR.
Qualified inference
An award confirms appointment. It does not prove why a supplier was selected, that every qualification remains current, or that delivery was completed successfully.
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Important Dates
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Compulsory Virtual Briefing Session: 05 June 2026 at 10:00 AM (Microsoft Teams). - Tender Closing Date: 19 June 2026 at 11:00 AM. - Clarification Request Deadline: Up to 7 working days before closing (12 June 2026). - Addenda Issuance Deadline: Until 10 working days before closing (09 June 2026). - Tender Validity Period: 90 days from closing date (inclusive of the 90th day).
Contact Information
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Submit tender documents as: 1 original + 1 hard copy + 1 scanned copy on a USB memory stick. - Delivery address: Reception area of MISA Offices, 1303 Heuwel Avenue, Riverside Office Park, Letaba House, 1st Floor, Centurion, Pretoria 0046. - Tender box closes at 11:00 AM on 19 June 2026. Late submissions are rejected. - Label each package with: tender reference number (MISA/RWTW/FS/005/2026/2027), employer address, tenderer name/contact, physical address, and submission date. - Use only the official tender documentation issued; no re-typed forms. - Attend the compulsory virtual briefing session on 05 June 2026 at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 399 155 902 716, Passcode: Yu3Wo2md). - Register attendance in the chat box during the briefing; addenda will only be issued to attendees. - Tender validity period: 90 days from closing date (inclusive of the 90th day). - No alternative tender offers will be considered. - Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, or e-mailed tenders are not accepted.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail): Attendance at compulsory virtual briefing (05 June 2026); ECSA registration for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineers with 3+ years post-registration experience in water/sanitation; professional indemnity insurance (min. R2M); no correction fluid on documents (corrections must be initialed); not listed on Register of Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers List; tax compliance (valid TCS PIN or CSD number); CIDB registration; completion of Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire (no conflicts of interest). - Functionality (Phase 2): Minimum threshold of 60 points required to proceed. Criteria include experience of the tenderer (Schedule 1, max 100 points). Incomplete or poorly submitted schedules result in point deductions. - Price and Preference (Phase 3, 80/20 System): 80 points for price (Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin)), 20 points for specific goals. - Specific Goals (20 points total): Women-owned (51%+): 2 points; Disability-owned (51%+): 2 points; Youth-owned (51%+, 18–35 years): 8 points; Enterprise located in Free State Province: 2 points; B-BBEE Level 1–2 (QSE/EME): 6 points. - Disqualification: Failure to meet any mandatory requirement; scoring <60 in functionality; incomplete/unsigned documents (e.g., SBD 4); non-attendance at compulsory briefing; fraudulent claims for B-BBEE or specific goals. - Tiebreaker: Highest B-BBEE points, then highest quality points, then lottery.
Technical Specifications
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Scope: Refurbishment of Zastron Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) in Mohokare Local Municipality, Free State Province. - Contract Basis: NEC3 Engineering – Professional Service Providers (Option A). - Key Personnel: Must employ ECSA-registered professionals with 3+ years post-registration experience in water/sanitation: Civil Engineer (Contract Manager), Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer. - Standards: SANS 10845-1 (Processes), SANS 10845-2 (Formatting), SANS 10845-3 (Conditions of Tender), and SFU (Standard for Uniformity in Construction Procurement). - Documentation: Works Information and Site Information provided in tender documents. - Contract Documents: Form of Offer and Acceptance, Contract Data, NEC3 Conditions of Contract, Pricing Data, Works Information, Site Information.
Financial Requirements
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Pricing Format: Submit C2.2 Price List as part of returnable documents. - Professional Indemnity Insurance: Minimum R2 million cover from a reputable South African insurer (or proof of application/quotation). - Tender Validity: 90 days from closing date (inclusive of the 90th day). - Payment Terms: Governed by NEC3 contract conditions (not explicitly detailed in the document). - Cost Recovery: Employer will not cover bidder costs for preparation or briefing attendance. - Arithmetical Errors: Corrected per CIDB guidelines (e.g., words govern over figures; line totals govern over unit rates). - Imbalanced Rates: Employer may request amendments to rates/lump sums without altering the total tendered sum.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ToR_Refurbishment of Zastron WWTW_20260526 Rev04 (002) (002).pdf (TENDER)
Company Registration: Must be registered under Companies Act 2008, Close Corporation Act 1984, or have a valid partnership/buy-and-sell agreement (for automatic continuity). - Tax Compliance: Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD) with valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN. Submit TCS PIN or CSD number. Tax non-compliance may lead to elimination (7-day rectification period for preferred bidders). - B-BBEE: Submit valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (EMEs/QSEs). Points allocated for B-BBEE Level 1–2 (QSE/EME): 6 points. - CIDB Registration: Required for appropriate contractor grading designation. - ECSA Registration: Proof of valid registration for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineers (with 3+ years experience in water/sanitation). - SBD Forms: SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest – must be completed and signed), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form). - Conflict of Interest: Complete Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire; no conflicts permitted. - Tender Defaulters: Must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers List. - Joint Ventures: Submit signed JV agreement and audited proof of subsidiary arrangements (if applicable). - Resolution for Signatory: Completed and signed by all directors/authorized officials. - CSD Report Annexure and Tender’s Certificates Annexure: Required for submission.
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
Comply with tax obligations (valid TCS PIN or CSD number) and submit SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms.
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
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
3Inferred operational need
Provide professional indemnity insurance cover of at least R2 million from a reputable South African insurer.
Threshold: at least R2 million from a reputable South African insurer
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
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
4Mandatory requirement
- **Scope**: Refurbishment of Zastron Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) in Mohokare Local Municipality, Free State Province. - **Contract Basis**: NEC3 Engineering – Professional Service Providers (Option A). - **Key Personnel**: Must employ ECSA-registered professionals with 3+ years post-registration experience in water/sanitation: Civil Engineer (Contract Manager), Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer. - **Standards**: SANS 10845-1 (Processes), SANS 10845-2 (Formatting), SANS 10845-3 (Conditions of Tender), and SFU (Standard for Uniformity in Construction Procurement). - **Documentation**: Works Information and Site Information provided in tender documents. - **Contract Documents**: Form of Offer and Acceptance, Contract Data, NEC3 Conditions of Contract, Pricing Data, Works Information, Site Information.
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.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
5Inferred operational need
Achieve a minimum of 60 points in functionality evaluation to proceed to price and preference scoring (80/20 system).
Threshold: minimum of 60 points in functionality evaluation to proceed to price an
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 MEBAN GROUP as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 1514048.11 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.
6Inferred operational need
Employ ECSA-registered Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineers with 3+ years post-registration experience in water/sanitation.
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
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
7Mandatory requirement
Attend the compulsory virtual briefing session on 05 June 2026 at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 399 155 902 716, Passcode: Yu3Wo2md).
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 MEBAN GROUP as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 1514048.11 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.
8Mandatory requirement
- Submit tender documents as: 1 original + 1 hard copy + 1 scanned copy on a USB memory stick. - Delivery address: Reception area of MISA Offices, 1303 Heuwel Avenue, Riverside Office Park, Letaba House, 1st Floor, Centurion, Pretoria 0046. - Tender box closes at 11:00 AM on 19 June 2026. Late submissions are rejected. - Label each package with: tender reference number (MISA/RWTW/FS/005/2026/2027), employer address, tenderer name/contact, physical address, and submission date. - Use only the official tender documentation issued; no re-typed forms. - Attend the compulsory virtual briefing session on 05 June 2026 at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 399 155 902 716, Passcode: Yu3Wo2md). - Register attendance in the chat box during the briefing; addenda will only be issued to attendees. - Tender validity period: 90 days from closing date (inclusive of the 90th day). - No alternative tender offers will be considered. - Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, or e-mailed tenders are not accepted.
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.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
9Inferred operational need
Meet B-BBEE requirements (Level 1–2 QSE/EME preferred) and submit proof for specific goals (e.g., women/youth/disability ownership).
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 MEBAN GROUP as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 1514048.11 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.
10Mandatory requirementConflicting classification
- **Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail)**: Attendance at compulsory virtual briefing (05 June 2026); ECSA registration for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineers with 3+ years post-registration experience in water/sanitation; professional indemnity insurance (min. R2M); no correction fluid on documents (corrections must be initialed); not listed on Register of Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers List; tax compliance (valid TCS PIN or CSD number); CIDB registration; completion of Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire (no conflicts of interest). - **Functionality (Phase 2)**: Minimum threshold of 60 points required to proceed. Criteria include experience of the tenderer (Schedule 1, max 100 points). Incomplete or poorly submitted schedules result in point deductions. - **Price and Preference (Phase 3, 80/20 System)**: 80 points for price (Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin)), 20 points for specific goals. - **Specific Goals (20 points total)**: Women-owned (51%+): 2 points; Disability-owned (51%+): 2 points; Youth-owned (51%+, 18–35 years): 8 points; Enterprise located in Free State Province: 2 points; B-BBEE Level 1–2 (QSE/EME): 6 points. - **Disqualification**: Failure to meet any mandatory requirement; scoring <60 in functionality; incomplete/unsigned documents (e.g., SBD 4); non-attendance at compulsory briefing; fraudulent claims for B-BBEE or specific goals. - **Tiebreaker**: Highest B-BBEE points, then highest quality points, then lottery.
Threshold: Minimum threshold of 60 points required to proceed
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.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Conflicting evidence
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Relevant records disagree; review the cited sources and dates.
11Inferred operational need
- **Pricing Format**: Submit C2.2 Price List as part of returnable documents. - **Professional Indemnity Insurance**: Minimum R2 million cover from a reputable South African insurer (or proof of application/quotation). - **Tender Validity**: 90 days from closing date (inclusive of the 90th day). - **Payment Terms**: Governed by NEC3 contract conditions (not explicitly detailed in the document). - **Cost Recovery**: Employer will not cover bidder costs for preparation or briefing attendance. - **Arithmetical Errors**: Corrected per CIDB guidelines (e.g., words govern over figures; line totals govern over unit rates). - **Imbalanced Rates**: Employer may request amendments to rates/lump sums without altering the total tendered sum.
Threshold: Minimum R2 million cover from a reputable South African insurer (or
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.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
12Mandatory requirement
- **Company Registration**: Must be registered under Companies Act 2008, Close Corporation Act 1984, or have a valid partnership/buy-and-sell agreement (for automatic continuity). - **Tax Compliance**: Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD) with valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN. Submit TCS PIN or CSD number. Tax non-compliance may lead to elimination (7-day rectification period for preferred bidders). - **B-BBEE**: Submit valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (EMEs/QSEs). Points allocated for B-BBEE Level 1–2 (QSE/EME): 6 points. - **CIDB Registration**: Required for appropriate contractor grading designation. - **ECSA Registration**: Proof of valid registration for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineers (with 3+ years experience in water/sanitation). - **SBD Forms**: SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest – must be completed and signed), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form). - **Conflict of Interest**: Complete Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire; no conflicts permitted. - **Tender Defaulters**: Must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers List. - **Joint Ventures**: Submit signed JV agreement and audited proof of subsidiary arrangements (if applicable). - **Resolution for Signatory**: Completed and signed by all directors/authorized officials. - **CSD Report Annexure and Tender’s Certificates Annexure**: Required for submission.
Threshold: 6 points
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.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for MEBAN GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
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