Silviculture Services for Mkhondo Municipality (36 Months)
Ms. NH Kunene
In plain English
Silviculture services are being procured for a period of 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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The Mkhondo Local Municipality invites bids for silviculture services over a 36-month period. The work involves land preparation, tree planting, forest maintenance, and fire protection services. The project will take place within the Mkhondo municipal area. Key deliverables include daily deployment of 28 personnel and the provision of two forestry-compatible bakkies equipped with 500L water tanks. The contract duration is three years, with a six-month defects liability period following completion. Bidders must demonstrate technical capacity and meet strict functionality requirements to qualify for the final price evaluation.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Department of Labour Letter of Good Standing
- Public Liability insurance of at least R500,000
- Proof of ownership or lease for required forestry equipment and vehicles
- Key personnel must hold relevant qualifications and experience
- Must possess OHS Act compliant Safety File
- Proof of previous experience in similar projects
- Audited financial statements for the last three years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms. NH Kunene
Email: nkunene@mkhondo.gov.za
Phone: 017-004-0197
How to apply: Bids must be placed in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the Tender Number and Title. Deliver the physical documents to the Tender Box at Mkhondo Local Municipality, No. 33 Corner Market and De Wet Street, eMkhondo, 2380.
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