This tender from thabazimbi local municipality seeks a turnkey contractor for consultancy services and the refurbishment of the thabazimbi wastewater treatment works in limpopo. The project includes design, procurement, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of all civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems. Bidders must demonstrate capacity to manage environmental, health, and safety compliance while delivering a fully operational facility.
Key Requirements
Provide a turnkey solution covering design, construction, and commissioning of the wastewater treatment plant and associated sewer infrastructure.
Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (1993) and Construction Regulations (2014), including signing a Mandatory Agreement (Section 37.2) and appointing a full-time Health & Safety Officer.
Adhere to strict environmental management requirements, including an approved Environmental Management Plan, with penalties for non-compliance (R500–R3,000 per incident).
Supply and furnish an air-conditioned office and conference facility for the Employer’s Agent, plus survey equipment and reimburse telephone costs (R250/week).
Meet detailed technical specifications for valves (gate, reflux, butterfly, air) per SANS and BS standards, including factory testing and corrosion protection.
Implement progressive reinstatement and rehabilitation of all disturbed areas, achieving 85% vegetation cover and matching pre-existing vegetation types.
Provide method statements for construction in sensitive environments (wetlands, rivers) and manage dust, noise, and traffic per SANS 1921-2.
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18 Jul
2026
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11 Aug
2026
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004 - Part C3.6 - Project Specification (1) (1).docx
The tender is for the provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of the Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) as a turnkey project. The project includes civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems to deliver a fully operational wastewater treatment facility. The contract is governed by Thabazimbi Local Municipality and requires compliance with extensive technical, environmental, health, and safety specifications.
The tender is for the provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of the Thabazimbi Wastewater Works as a turnkey project. It includes preliminary works, civil, mechanical, electrical, and engineering design tasks, with a focus on refurbishing existing infrastructure, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, and providing necessary facilities for both the employer and contractor. The project involves dewatering, desludging, structural repairs, mechanical and electrical refurbishments, and the installation of new systems where required.
The tender is for the provision of consultancy services and the turnkey refurbishment of the Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) by Thabazimbi Local Municipality. The project aims to rehabilitate and restore the wastewater treatment system to operational functionality, ensuring compliance with effluent discharge standards and meeting current service delivery requirements. The scope includes refurbishment of inlet works, biofiltration and activated sludge treatment processes, sludge digestion facilities, electrical infrastructure, and security upgrades. The contract is a turnkey project, meaning the contractor is responsible for both design and construction, with strict adherence to South African National Standards (SANS) and other relevant specifications.
The tender is for the provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of the Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works as a turnkey project. The project is managed by Thabazimbi Local Municipality, with the site located near Thabazimbi Town CBD. Key aspects include geotechnical investigations, climatic considerations, and site locality details.
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Description
Source: 004 - Part C3.6 - Project Specification (1) (1).docx
Turnkey project for the provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW).
Includes civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for a fully operational wastewater treatment facility.
Associated sewer infrastructure upgrades are also part of the scope.
The contractor must be registered with relevant bodies (e.g., Compensation Commissioner, CIDB, VAT, Tax Clearance Certificate).
Proof of public liability insurance and compliance with legal requirements (e.g., OHSA, Construction Regulations).
Experience in similar turnkey projects, particularly wastewater treatment works or civil infrastructure projects.
Financial and technical capacity to undertake the project, including access to qualified personnel, plant, and equipment.
Appointment of a full-time Health & Safety Officer with required qualifications and experience.
Compliance with the Mandatory Agreement (Section 37.2 of OHSA) between the contractor and Thabazimbi Local Municipality.
Provision of a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Commissioner and other relevant authorities (e.g., Electrical Contracting Board, Asbestos Registered Contractor).
Ability to meet environmental compliance requirements, including adherence to the EMP and rehabilitation plans.
Capacity to manage subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring their compliance with H&S and environmental specifications.
Scope: Turnkey project for consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTW). Includes civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for a fully operational facility. Associated sewer infrastructure upgrades are included.
Civil Works:
Materials: No used or recycled materials allowed unless approved by Employer’s Agent. Materials must bear official standard marks (e.g., SANS). Concrete aggregate samples must be tested at an approved laboratory.
Plant: Contractor must provide own housing, transport, and offices for staff. Facilities must be removed upon completion.
Construction: Preserve and replace land survey pegs; mark with fencing droppers and paint. Protect underground/visible services. Manage water on site with pumping equipment and temporary works. Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act (1993) and Construction Regulations (2014). Provide safety equipment (helmets, gumboots) for Employer’s Agent. Enter into an OHS agreement. Protect structures near work areas. Minimise dust, noise, stream pollution, and public inconvenience. Accommodate traffic per SANS 1921-2 (2004).
Tolerances: Degree of Accuracy II applies to all works.
Measurement and Payment: Fixed-charge and value-related items exceeding 3% of net tendered amount are treated as time-related items. Extensions of time do not entitle additional payment for time-related items.
Engineer’s Office:
Supply and furnish: One air-conditioned office (6m x 3m) and one conference facility (9m x 3.4m) for Employer’s Agent. Include electrical installations, air conditioning, refrigerator, kettle, tea set, parking (covered and uncovered), wall-mounted racks for A0 drawings, meeting table, and 10 chairs.
Survey Equipment: Provide and maintain listed survey tools (e.g., engineer’s level, levelling staff, tapes). Equipment must be insured and returned to Contractor post-completion.
Telephone: Not required for Employer’s Agent. Contractor reimburses Engineer’s telephone costs (R250/week) via Bill of Quantities.
Valves for Waterworks:
Types: Resilient seal, wedge gate, reflux, butterfly, and air valves.
Standards: Must comply with SANS 664, SANS 191, SANS 144, SANS 192, or BS 5155 as applicable.
Materials: Wedge gate valves require SANS 664/191 compliance, stainless steel jacking screws (for >600mm bore), and gland repacking under pressure. RSVs need Grade 304 stainless/EN57 steel spindles, nitrile rubber seals, and wiper rings.
Reflux Valves: Cast iron/SG iron/steel; double-door for >600mm bore. Flow direction arrows required.
Butterfly Valves: BS 5155 compliance; droptight; face-to-face dimensions per BS 5155. Include side-mounted actuators, position indicators, and limit switches (for power-operated).
Air Valves: SANS 664 compliance; factory-tested for body strength, low-head leak, and drop tests.
Marking: Identification plates with item number, size, class/working pressure. End connections: Flanged (SANS 1123) or screwed (BSP).
Corrosion Protection: Factory-applied epoxy resin paint (250mm DFT), epoxy powder coating (300mm DFT for RSVs), or other approved systems. Non-ferrous/stainless steel surfaces unpainted.
Testing: Factory hydraulic tests per SANS/BS standards. Independent inspector may witness tests (Employer covers costs).
Environmental Management:
Principles: Minimise disruption; comply with all applicable laws (e.g., NEMA, Water Act, OHS Act). Minimise waste; reclaim/recycle materials where possible.
Roles: Project Manager, Engineer, Environmental Control Officer (ECO), and Environmental Officer (EO) oversee compliance. Contractor must brief staff, supply method statements, and ensure subcontractor compliance.
Penalties: Fines for non-compliance (e.g., R1,500–R3,000 per incident for failures like demarcation, topsoil stripping, pollution, or unauthorised vegetation removal).
Site Establishment: Submit layout plan (offices, storage, waste facilities, access routes) for approval. No establishment within 100m of water bodies unless approved.
Site Clearance: No tree/shrub removal without EO permission. Strip topsoil (200mm depth) from construction areas; conserve and replace per PSZB 5.3.
Waste Management: Use portable chemical toilets (or approved septic tanks). Separate waste (paper, glass, metal) for recycling. No burning unless approved. Daily litter collection required.
Hazardous Substances: Store fuels/chemicals on paved/lined areas with bunding. Provide MSDS to Engineer. Contain spills immediately; notify ECO.
Water Discharge: Neutralise disinfection water before release. Discharge to stormwater/sewer only with local authority permission. Comply with DWS Water Quality Guidelines.
Erosion Control: Protect slopes steeper than 1:8 with groundcover, berms, or brush wood. Control stormwater runoff.
Pollution Control: No waste discharge without approval. Contain concrete wash water in sumps; dispose of at landfill or use in embankments (if technically compliant).
Fire Control: Provide firefighting equipment (e.g., rubber beaters, extinguishers). For forestry areas, maintain a 5,000L water bowser with pump/hose.
Access Roads: Design with drainage; limit width to 4m (one-way). Reinstate to pre-construction condition. Photograph existing roads before use.
Borrow Pits/Spoil Sites: Source material from approved sites. Submit reinstatement plans to ECO 30 days prior. Strip and stockpile topsoil; contour sites to natural topography.
Nuisance Control: Dust control with water/chemical stabilisers; vehicle speeds ≤45 km/h on gravel roads. Noise: Confine noisy activities (85+ dB) to 08h00–17h00, Mon–Fri. Maintain silencer units. Visual: Position equipment to minimise intrusion; use non-reflective materials.
Special Environments: Wetlands: Submit method statement 14 days prior. Preserve wetland vegetation (keep moist, replant immediately). No material stockpiling in wetlands. Rivers/Streams: Submit method statement 14 days prior. Divert water flow if needed; protect banks/beds. No pollution or physical damage.
Reinstatement and Rehabilitation:
Progressive Reinstatement: Reinstate disturbed areas immediately after construction to allow natural recolonisation.
Housekeeping: Clear rubble, surplus materials, and contaminated soil (excavate to depth of penetration; dispose in 200L drums).
Finishing: Final grading must match natural topography. Rip compacted areas to 150mm depth before topsoil replacement.
Topsoiling: Replace to 100mm depth (minimum); scarify to 50mm. Use subsoil + compost if topsoil is insufficient.
Water Courses/Wetlands: Return banks to original profile; preserve riparian/wetland vegetation for replanting.
Vegetation Re-establishment: Achieve 85% cover with no unvegetated areas >0.04m²/m². Match pre-existing vegetation. Use seeding, turf, sprigs, or plugs as specified. Irrigate: 25mm/week (summer) or 15mm/week (winter) until 60% cover achieved.
Grass Seed Mixes: Regional mixes for Coastal, Coastal Hinterland, and Midlands areas. Apply fertiliser (2:3:2 NPK) at 200–300kg/ha. Hydroseeding: Add cellulose pulp (250kg/ha) and compost (5m³/ha).
Landscaping: Plant trees/shrubs per specifications (e.g., 600mm x 600mm x 700mm holes for trees; 10L water/tree/fortnight for 3 months).
Alien Plant Control: Monitor and remove invasive species as directed by ECO.
Health and Safety:
Compliance: Follow Occupational Health and Safety Act (1993) and Construction Regulations (2014).
Responsibilities: Principal Contractor must ensure subcontractor compliance. Client (Thabazimbi Local Municipality) has appointed a H&S Agent to oversee PSHSS.
Documentation: Provide Health and Safety Plan, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA), Safe Work Procedures (SWP), and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Training: Conduct induction training for all employees/visitors before site work begins.
Equipment: Maintain silencer units on plant/vehicles. Ban offending equipment until repaired.
Working Hours: Normal hours: 07h00–17h00, Mon–Fri. Noisy activities (85+ dB) restricted to 08h00–17h00 in residential areas.
Blasting: Inspect and photograph nearby structures before blasting. Notify landowners timeously.
Fire Safety: Provide firefighting equipment (e.g., extinguishers, water bowser for forestry areas).
First Aid: Ensure adequate first aid facilities and trained personnel on site.
Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and Environmental Management Programme Report (EMPR) requirements.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous substances.
Professional registrations: Ensure all subcontractors/suppliers comply with relevant professional body requirements (e.g., ECSA for engineers).
Local content: Preference for materials/services sourced locally where feasible, subject to compliance with specifications.
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Description
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Provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works as a turnkey project.
Includes site investigations, safety compliance, and climatic considerations for project execution.
Evaluation Criteria
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No explicit eligibility criteria are stated in the provided excerpt. Typical requirements for such tenders may include:
Registration with relevant South African bodies (e.g., CIDB for construction works).
Proven experience in wastewater treatment works refurbishment and turnkey projects.
Compliance with local labour, safety, and environmental regulations.
Financial and technical capacity to undertake the project.
Technical Specifications
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Scope: Provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works as a turnkey project.
Site investigations: Tenderers must independently verify the nature of materials to be excavated. Trial holes or investigations are permitted but require prior notice to the Employer's Agent.
Safety: Trial holes near traffic must be barricaded and backfilled immediately after inspection.
Liability: Tenderer is fully liable for any claims, losses, damage, or injuries arising from trial excavations and must indemnify the Employer and Employer's Agent.
Site locality: Project is located in Nkomazi Local Municipality, ~1.5km from Thabazimbi Town CBD. Coordinates: 24°36'23.33"S, 27°23'17.37"E.
Access: Via Provincial Roads R511, R510, and local surfaced municipal roads.
Climatic considerations: Extensions of time may be granted for abnormal rainfall/adverse weather, calculated monthly based on certified lost working days minus a predefined allowance (see table). Extensions are cumulative; negative sums result in no extension.
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Description
Source: 003 - Part C3.1 - Scope of Works (1) (1).docx
Turnkey project: provision of consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW).
Objective: Rehabilitate and restore operational functionality to provide safe, reliable, sustainable wastewater treatment.
Scope includes:
Refurbishment of inlet works (screens, grit channels, flow measurement).
Rehabilitation of biofiltration and activated sludge treatment streams.
Refurbishment of equalisation basins, sludge digestion facilities, electrical infrastructure.
Design and construction of security systems (perimeter fencing, guard house).
Location: Thabazimbi Town, Thabazimbi Local Municipality, coordinates 24°36'23.33"S 27°23'17.37"E.
Contractor responsible for complete design and construction (turnkey basis).
Evaluation Criteria
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Legal: Tenderer must be a registered legal entity in South Africa, compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.
Technical: Tenderer must demonstrate experience and capability in designing and executing similar wastewater treatment refurbishment projects. Evidence of past projects may be required.
Financial: Tenderer must provide proof of financial capacity to undertake the project, including access to necessary resources and funding.
Quality Assurance: Tenderer must have a documented Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with SANS 0157 Part III or an equivalent standard. An independent assessment report (not older than 12 months) must be submitted.
B-BBEE: Compliance with Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) requirements may be necessary, as per South African procurement policies (e.g., SANS 10396 for targeted procurement).
Local Content: Preference may be given to tenders that maximize local content and employment, as per municipal or national policies.
Subcontractors: Proposed subcontractors must be identified in the tender, and their qualifications must meet the project’s technical and quality requirements.
Technical Specifications
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Scope: Turnkey project for consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW).
Employer's Objectives: Rehabilitate, refurbish, and restore operational functionality; provide safe, reliable, sustainable wastewater treatment; meet current service delivery requirements.
Overview: Restore treatment functionality, ensure compliance with effluent standards, provide infrastructure for current wastewater management.
Refurbish sludge digestion and drying facilities and pump stations.
Refurbish ancillary electrical facilities.
Design and construct security: perimeter fencing, guard house.
Location: Thabazimbi Town, Thabazimbi Local Municipality, coordinates 24°36'23.33"S 27°23'17.37"E.
Design Responsibilities: Employer provides only Employer's Requirements; Contractor responsible for complete design of permanent and temporary works. Must verify existing conditions; Employer's drawings for information only. Designs must comply with best practice, legislation, and be approved in writing by Employer's Agent.
Construction Requirements: Contractor provides all labour, supervision, management for execution, testing, commissioning, completion. Personnel must be qualified, experienced, compliant with labour and OHS legislation.
Subcontracting: Identify proposed subcontractors in tender (name, registration, address, discipline, portion of works). Employer's Agent acceptance does not relieve Contractor of liability.
Works Specifications: Based on SANS 1200. Project Specifications (C3.6) take precedence over Standard Specifications (C3.5). Particular Specifications (C3.7) take precedence over Standard Specifications but not Project Specifications. Materials must comply with SABS or British Standards. Test certificates may be required.
Plant and Materials: No plant or materials supplied by Employer; Contractor provides all construction equipment.
Site Establishment: Contractor arranges own water, electricity (via Eskom), telecommunications. Provides temporary offices, storage, workshops, latrines, ablution facilities (chemical toilets only). Must comply with Local Authority and State Health regulations. Responsible for security, waste management, disposal. No informal housing; Contractor arranges employee housing and transport. Erect site notice board by main road.
Permits and Wayleaves: Employer obtains approvals; Contractor complies with authorities and landowners.
Water for Construction: Contractor responsible for all arrangements, including abstraction, storage, payment. May obtain from municipal supply with approvals.
Survey Control: Contractor responsible for setting out works and protecting survey beacons. Damaged beacons replaced by registered land surveyor at Contractor's cost.
Community Liaison Officer (CLO): Provisional sum for CLO if required. Role: liaison, local labour recruitment, communication, security, H&S monitoring, HIV/AIDS awareness. Selected by Ward Councillor, accountable to Contractor. Employed full-time, paid at agreed rate with statutory conditions. Contractor determines labour numbers; CLO identifies pool.
Quality Management: Contractor must provide documented QMS compliant with SANS 0157 (Part III mandatory, Part II for selected items). Submit independent QA assessment report (≤12 months old) with tender. Quality specialist assigned for critical components. Employer's Agent may appoint independent QA representative (paid by Contractor). Failed tests at Contractor's cost.
Standards and Certifications: Materials must comply with SABS or British Standards. Valves: test certificates, compliance with SABS 664 (gate) or BS5155 (butterfly). Pumps: proven performance, standard design, balanced. Electrical: compliance with SABS 1180, SANS 10142, Eskom regulations.
Construction Standards: Steelwork coatings per manufacturer's instructions. Mild steel pipes: SABS 719 Grade B, 6mm wall thickness. Corrosion protection: hot dip galvanising or epoxy coatings. Earthing: bare copper conductors, earth plates, compliance with AMEU/Supply Authority.
Environmental and Safety: Contractor manages water on site to keep works dry. Identify and protect existing services; damage repaired at Contractor's cost. Compliance with OHS Act 1993 and Municipal By-laws.
Temporary Works: Contractor allows for all temporary works required.
Compliance Requirements
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Compliance with South African National Standards (SANS) and British Standards (BS) where applicable.
Materials must meet SABS or BS specifications; test certificates may be required.
Electrical work must comply with SANS 10142 (Wiring Code) and Eskom regulations.
Quality Management System (QMS) must comply with SANS 0157 (Part III mandatory).
Contractor must submit an independent QA assessment report (≤12 months old) with tender.
Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 compliance required.
Municipal By-laws and Supply Authority (Eskom) regulations must be adhered to.
Environmental management: Contractor responsible for water management and disposal on site.
Labour: All personnel must comply with applicable labour legislation and OHS requirements.
Subcontractors must meet the same compliance standards as the Contractor.
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Description
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Project Type: Turnkey consultancy and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Works (WWTW).
Scope: Includes preliminary/general works, dayworks, engineering/design, civil works, mechanical works, and electrical works.
Key Deliverables: Refurbishment of existing structures (inlet works, settling tanks, bioreactors, sludge facilities), new civil works (guardhouse, security fencing), mechanical/electrical refurbishments, and compliance with SANS/SABS standards.
Standards: SANS 1200A, SABS 1200, and environmental specifications.
Evaluation Criteria
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General:
Applicants must demonstrate experience in turnkey projects, particularly in wastewater treatment works.
Compliance with South African regulatory and standards requirements (e.g., SANS, PSAA).
Financial and technical capacity to undertake large-scale refurbishment and engineering design projects.
Valid certifications for health, safety, and environmental management.
Technical:
Proven track record in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering for wastewater infrastructure.
Ability to provide multidisciplinary design services, including process, hydraulic, and structural engineering.
Experience in refurbishing existing wastewater treatment plants, including dewatering, desludging, and structural repairs.
Capacity to supply, install, and commission mechanical and electrical equipment as specified.
Legal:
Registration with relevant South African professional bodies (e.g., ECSA for engineering services).
Compliance with BBBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) requirements, if applicable.
Valid tax clearance and other statutory compliance certificates.
Technical Specifications
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Scope: Turnkey project for consultancy services and refurbishment of Thabazimbi Wastewater Works (WWTW).
Preliminary and General: Includes fixed-charge items (contractual requirements, site establishment, employer/agent facilities, contractor facilities, water handling, site cleanup).
Dayworks and Temporary Works: Covers labour (skilled, semi-skilled, unskilled), plant hire (tipper trucks, excavators, TLBs, cranes, pumps), and temporary equipment (generators, water tankers).
Engineering and Design: Includes design review, site condition verification, structural/mechanical/electrical assessments, process audits, multidisciplinary design (civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation), and preparation of manuals (operating, maintenance, SOPs).
Civil Works: Site clearance, dewatering/desludging of structures (inlet works, settling tanks, bioreactors, sludge facilities, equalisation basins, chlorine channels, pump stations), building repairs, guardhouse construction, security fencing (2.4m precast palisade with razor wire), sludge drying beds, and repairs to water-retaining structures.
Mechanical Works: Refurbishment of inlet screens, primary/secondary settling tanks, humus tanks, biofilters, surface aerators, mixers, equalisation basin equipment, and process pumps (including pipework and cables).
Electrical Works: Refurbishment/repair of Motor Control Centres (MCCs), power/control cables (termination/glanding), and replacement of faulty underground cables.
Standards: Compliance with SANS 1200A, SABS 1200, and environmental specifications.
Health and Safety: Risk assessments, safe work procedures, H&S plans, PPE provision, project H&S file preparation, and full compliance during construction.
Environmental: Full compliance with environmental specifications for all works.
Financial Requirements
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Pricing Structure: Bill of Quantities (BoQ) format with items categorised into sections (Preliminary/General, Dayworks, Engineering/Design, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical).
Payment Terms: Provisional sums included for specific items (e.g., R80,000 for Community Liaison Officer, R150,000 for building refurbishment, R500,000 for water-retaining structure repairs, R1,000,000 for process pumps, R700,000 for MCCs, R100,000 for underground cables).
Contingencies: 10% of Sub-Total (1) added as provisional sum.
Contract Price Adjustment: 6.0% of Sub-Total (1) as provisional allowance.
VAT: 15% of Sub-Total (3) added to total.
Rates: Hourly/day rates specified for labour, plant hire, and equipment (e.g., R80,000 for Community Liaison Officer, R40/hr for sludge pumps, R10/hr for most plant hire).
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