Construction and refurbishment of boreholes in Gert Sibande.

Description

The Gert Sibande District Municipality invites bids for the construction of two new boreholes and the refurbishment of existing ones. The work includes hydrological studies, drilling, casing, yield testing, and installing storage tanks and pipework. The project will primarily take place in the Dr Pixley Ka Isa ka Seme Local Municipality, with the possibility of work across the district. The contract duration is 12 months. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session on 15 October 2026. The project requires specialized equipment and qualified personnel, including engineers and safety officers. The municipality will evaluate bids based on price and specific goals, with a strict functionality threshold of 69 points required to qualify.

What you need to qualify

• CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
• Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
• B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
• CIDB grading (Grade 3 Civil Engineering (3CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
• Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

• Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
• Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
• CIDB grading of 3CE or higher
• Relevant professional body registrations (ECSA, SACPCMP, or Borehole Water Association)
• Proof of professional indemnity insurance
• Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit

Contact & how to apply