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Summary

The eastern cape department of agriculture invites bids from professional consultancy teams led by a registered professional in the built environment to provide comprehensive services for the dohne quarantine station project. The scope includes planning, design, tender documentation, construction supervision, contract administration, and close-out, covering facilities such as animal holding camps, veterinary facilities, and biosecurity infrastructure. This tender is aimed at experienced multidisciplinary teams capable of delivering the full project lifecycle, with a compulsory site inspection and strict compliance requirements.

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technical scope

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pricing

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compliance returnables

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evaluation

12 sourced criteria

experience

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equity registrations

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What the buyer was looking for

1Mandatory requirement

Compulsory site inspection and clarification meeting on 20 July 2026 at 10:00 at Dohne A.D.I., Block D, Stutterheim; late attendance not permitted.

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Known supplier evidence

The linked award records SOKHANI DEVELOPMENT AND CONSULTING ENGINEERS as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 1401082.3 ZAR.

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Contract Awarded

Award Information

Winning Supplier

Bid for the planning, design, tender documentation, tender evaluation, construction supervision, contract administration and close-out for the dohne quarantine station project in amahlathi lm in the amathole district

Award Details

Eastern Cape - Agriculture

Organization Directors

Awards Won: SOKHANI DEVELOPMENT AND CONSULTING ENGINEERS

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What the tender required and what the award supports

Compulsory site inspection and clarification meeting on 20 July 2026 at 10:00 at Dohne A.D.I., Block D, Stutterheim; late attendance not permitted.

80/20 preference point system applies; claim specific goals (e.g., black-owned, women-owned, youth-owned, disability-owned) with supporting documentation.

Services divided into stages: Stage 1 Inception (Planning), Stage 2 Preliminary Design, Stage 3 Final Design (Detailed Design), Stage 4 Documentation and Procurement, Stage 5 Contract Administration and Inspection, Stage 6 Close-Out.

Part of the works cannot be subcontracted without prior approval from the Engineer.

Professional Indemnity Insurance required from the preferred tenderer.

Pricing must be in Rand, inclusive of all duties and taxes except VAT, which should be shown separately.

Rates and prices are fixed for the contract duration, subject to adjustment only as per contract conditions.

Tender security amount: N/A (not required).

All trades in Bills of Quantities must be priced; failure may lead to elimination.

The amount on the Form of Offer and Acceptance takes precedence over any other total.

If the offer is 'VAT inclusive', the VAT registration number must be indicated.

The financial offer will be reduced to a comparative basis using the Tender Assessment Schedule.

Provide pricing in Rand, inclusive of all taxes except VAT (shown separately); price all items in the Bills of Quantities; the Form of Offer and Acceptance amount takes precedence.

Located in provincial area: 2 points (submit municipal rates, councilor letter, or lease)

Submit proof for preferential points claimed: ID copies, CIPC registration, CSD report, municipal rates/lease agreement (for location), medical certificate/SASSA registration (for disability).

Submit all required returnable documents, including Form of Offer and Acceptance, SBD 1, 4, 6.1, Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire, and proof of CSD registration, in a single sealed envelope by 03 August 2026, 11:00.

Subcontracting requires prior approval from the Engineer and submission of subcontractor CSD registration and ECSA proof.

Submit a single sealed envelope clearly marked with the contract number and project title.

Deliver to: Department of Agriculture, 1st Floor, Indwe House, Bhisho, 5600 SCM Offices.

Deadline: 03 August 2026 at 11:00. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Use official forms provided; do not re-type. No telephonic, telegraphic, facsimile, or emailed submissions.

Include all required returnable documents: Form of Offer and Acceptance, SBD 1, 4, 6.1, Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire, Declaration of Validity, Resolution to Sign (if applicable), and proof of CSD registration.

All certificates must be valid for 90 days after the closing date.

Only one offer per item per bidder; alternative offers will not be considered.

If submitting as a company, include a board resolution authorizing the signatory; for partnerships, all partners must sign unless proof of authorization is provided.

If subcontracting, submit proof of CSD registration of subcontractors, details of which items will be subcontracted, and proof of ECSA registration.

Valid CSD registration is mandatory; tax compliance will be verified via CSD.

Proof of professional registration with ECSA required.

Directors/company must not be on Treasury's restricted suppliers database.

No awards to persons in service of the state or their close family members.

Submit a letter of good standing from the Compensation Fund or licensed insurer (COIDA).

Complete the Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire and Declaration of Validity of Information.

For joint ventures, each party must submit separate enterprise questionnaires and tax compliance documents.

Stage 1: Responsiveness check - must meet all mandatory requirements and submit required documents. Failure to comply will eliminate the bid.

Stage 2: Price and preference points - 80/20 system applies (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals).

Price scoring formula: A = (1 - (P - Pm)) / Pm, where Pm is the lowest comparative offer.

Specific goals (max 20 points):

EME/QSE at least 51% black-owned: 5 points (submit ID, CIPC, CSD report)

EME/QSE at least 51% women-owned: 7 points (submit ID, CIPC, CSD report)

EME/QSE at least 51% youth-owned (up to 35 years): 4 points (submit ID, CIPC, CSD report)

EME/QSE at least 51% owned by people with disability: 2 points (submit ID, CIPC, CSD report, medical certificate, SASSA/confirmation)

The lowest price or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

The department reserves the right not to award to the most favorable tenderer under certain conditions (e.g., risk profile, past performance).

Professional consultancy required for planning, design, tender documentation, evaluation, construction supervision, contract administration, and close-out of the Dohne Quarantine Station Project.

Submit SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).

Tenderers must have suitable experience and qualified personnel; key project members must be registered with ECSA.

Tenderers are responsible for ensuring timely delivery to the correct address; the department is not liable for wrong delivery.

Must be registered with ECSA, CSD, and CIDB before closing date; submit valid proof of professional registration for key project members.

Tenderers must be registered with ECSA, CSD, and CIDB before closing date.

Contract based on CIDB Professional Services Contract (Third edition) 2009.

CIDB registration required.

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