Transaction Advisor for NRW Reduction Projects
DBSA
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 11 September 2026 at 10:00 · Microsoft Teams. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
The Development Bank of Southern Africa is seeking professional services for a feasibility study, cost-benefit analysis, financial modelling, and procurement document development for NRW reduction projects. Eligible bidders must have experience in similar projects with a value of at least R25 million and employ registered professionals in relevant fields.
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The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) invites proposals for a Transaction Advisor to manage Non-Revenue Water (NRW) reduction projects in the Thembelihle and Kai Garib Local Municipalities. The project involves conducting bankable feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, financial modelling, and technical assessments of water infrastructure. Key deliverables include developing a Project Implementation Plan, designing Advanced Metering Infrastructure, and preparing procurement documentation for Performance-Based Contracts. The advisor will also provide secretariat support to the Project Steering Committee and oversee social and environmental screening. The work will take place across various District Metered Areas, requiring the validation of water balances and the implementation of leak detection and pressure management strategies. The contract is a fixed-price, lump-sum agreement with payments tied to the successful completion of specific project milestones. The tender process includes a compulsory online briefing session, and the final submission is due by 16 October 2026.
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
- Proven experience in NRW projects totaling R25 million over the last 10 years
- Key personnel must include registered experts in Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Environmental fields
- Professional indemnity insurance cover of at least twice the proposed fee
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA)
- Documented Quality Management System (QMS) policy
Contact & how to apply
Name: Vusi Kunene
Email: VusiSCM@dbsa.org
Phone: 011-313-3518
How to apply: Bidders must email vusiscm@dbsa.org at least three working days before the closing date to request a secure OneDrive submission link. All proposals must be uploaded to the provided link by 16 October 2026 at 23:55 PM.
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