Professional Service Provider for Water Development Project
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 for the Middle Letaba Water Development Project, Phase 2 and 3. Eligible bidders must be registered on the National Treasury E-tender Portal.
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The Department of Water and Sanitation invites bids for a Professional Service Provider to conduct a pre-feasibility study for the Middle Letaba Water Development Project, specifically phases 2, 3, and 4. The work involves technical assessments including hydrology, water resource systems analysis, dam feasibility designs, pipeline alignment, and economic studies. The project is expected to be completed over a 15-month period. Key deliverables include an inception report, various technical design reports, and comprehensive study management documentation. This project is essential for regional water infrastructure planning.
What you need to qualify
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold relevant professional service provider registration
- Proven capacity to conduct water development pre-feasibility studies
Contact & how to apply
Name: Jacob Mabusela
Email: mabuselaj@dws.gov.za
Phone: 012-336-7240
How to apply: All bid responses must be submitted online through the National Treasury E-tender E-submission portal. No submissions via email or physical tender boxes will be accepted.
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