Review and Align Water and Sanitation Tariffs.
Johannesburg Water
In plain English
Johannesburg Water is seeking a service provider to review and align its water and sanitation tariffs with DWS norms and City by-laws. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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Johannesburg Water invites bids for a comprehensive review and alignment of water and sanitation tariffs with national norms and City of Johannesburg by-laws. The project involves conducting a cost-of-supply study, developing a five-year financial tariff model, and benchmarking services against other metropolitan institutions. The work will take place in Johannesburg over a period of 16 to 20 weeks. Key deliverables include a functional Excel tariff model, a DWS-compliant submission pack, policy framework amendments, and formal training for officials. The project requires a multidisciplinary team, including a tariff specialist, financial modeller, water economist, engineer, and legal expert. Bidders must demonstrate a track record of at least three similar assignments. The tender is evaluated on an 80/20 preference point system.
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.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS PIN
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must not be blacklisted by the National Treasury
Contact & how to apply
Name: Simphiwe Mdlalose
Email: simphiwe.mdlalose@jwater.co.za
Phone: 011-688-1825
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted in PDF format via the E-Tender Portal at https://www.etenders.gov.za/. Submissions must be on company letterhead.
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