Professional Service Provider for Sonderend River Study
Davita Prinsloo
In plain English
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture is seeking a professional service provider to conduct the Sonderend River Water Resources Study for irrigation agricultural development. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and comply with tax obligations.
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The Western Cape Department of Agriculture invites bids for a water resources study on the Sonderend River. The project aims to assess water availability and development options for irrigation agriculture between the Theewaterskloof Dam and the Breede River confluence. Key deliverables include hydrological modelling, infrastructure planning, environmental and economic assessments, and a pre-feasibility study of two development options. The project will run for 26 months, starting in January 2027 and concluding in March 2029. The successful service provider must manage the project and provide expert peer reviews. This study is essential for long-term agricultural planning in the region.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or certificate
- Project lead must hold valid ECSA professional registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Davita Prinsloo
Email: davita.prinsloo@westerncape.gov.za
Phone: 021-808-5442
How to apply: Submit three separate sealed documents (Technical Proposal, CVs, and Financial Proposal) via post to Private Bag X1, Elsenburg, 7607, or hand-deliver to the bid box at the Security Gate, Muldersvlei Road, Elsenburg, 7607.
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