Professional Service Provider for Water Resource Study.
Department of Water and Sanitation
In plain English
The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking a professional service provider for a pre-feasibility study on water resource development options in the Upper Orange River. Bidders must submit their responses online through the e-tender portal.
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The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking a Professional Service Provider to conduct a pre-feasibility study for water resource development in the Upper Orange River. This project involves technical analysis and planning over a 36-month period. The successful bidder will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive study broken down into specific project phases, including detailed costings and man-day allocations. The work will be performed for the national government, with the study focusing on long-term water resource options. The tender closes on 15 December 2026, and a non-compulsory briefing session will be held via Microsoft Teams on 01 December 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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.
Full requirements
- Must have valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS PIN
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must provide CIPC company registration documents
Contact & how to apply
Name: MR SOLOMON BULUNGA
Email: bulungas@dws.gov.za
Phone: 012-336-6819
How to apply: All bid responses must be submitted online through the official e-Tender e-submission portal. No submissions via email or physical tender boxes will be accepted.
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