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    ECDC Seeks Turnkey Team for Tsolo Transido Refurbishment

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    The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has issued an open tender for a turnkey solution for the repairs and refurbishment of the Tsolo Transido. This Request for Proposals, numbered ECDC/INFRA/426/102026, is published in the Eastern Cape and requires a multi-disciplinary team led by a contractor with a CIDB grading of 3GB or higher.

    Tender Overview

    • Tender Number: ECDC/INFRA/426/102026
    • Organ of State: Eastern Cape Development Corporation
    • Tender Type: Request for Bid (Open Tender)
    • Province: Eastern Cape
    • Date Published: Monday, 5 October 2026
    • Closing Date: Monday, 16 November 2026 at 12:00
    • Compulsory Briefing: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12:00
    • Briefing Venue: On site at the Tsolo Transido. GPS coordinates: 31°18’23.7″ S and 28°44’38.0″ E
    • Bid Validity Period: 90 days
    • Submission Method: Physical submission to ECDC Head Office, ECDC House, Ocean Terrace Park, Moore Street, Quigney, East London

    Scope of Work

    The successful bidder will provide a turnkey solution consisting of a Contractor with a 3GB or higher CIDB grading, a Professionally registered Architect (Pr. Tech or Higher) with SACAP, a Professionally registered Health and Safety Agent (Pr. CHSA) with SACPCMP, and a Social Facilitator. Key deliverables include:

    • Site clearance, including removal of broken glass and cutting down trees.
    • Alterations, including repairing broken walls, cleaning graffiti, removing damaged splash backs, redundant sewer pipes, toilets, and urinals.
    • Roof repairs, including replacing damaged roof sheets, sealing leaks, and replacing fascia and barge boards.
    • Carpentry and joinery, including replacing damaged timber doors.
    • Metalwork, including replacing damaged external roller shutter doors and steel doors.
    • Floor coverings, including replacing damaged floor tiles and re-screeding.
    • Paintwork, including internal walls, ceilings, doors, and roof sheets.
    • Plumbing and drainage, including replacing urinals, toilet pans, hand basins, taps, and installing gutters and downpipes.
    • Rainwater harvesting, including supply and installation of six 5,000-litre water tanks on brick and mortar stands.
    • Fencing, including supply and erection of PVC coated 2.4m high security fencing (approximately 415m) with vehicle and pedestrian gates.
    • Repairs of existing electrical system, including replacing damaged wires and plugs and providing a Certificate of Compliance (COC).
    • The successful bidder will be required to sign the FIDIC Silver Book Conditions of Contract for EPC/Turnkey Projects within 14 days of appointment.
    • Professional Indemnity Insurance from the Architect and Health and Safety Agent within 7 days of appointment.
    • An approved and project-specific Health and Safety file within 14 days of appointment.

    Mandatory Documents Required

    Bidders must submit several mandatory documents, including:

    • Completed and signed SBD 1.
    • Completed and signed SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest).
    • Completed and signed SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).
    • Valid Tax Compliance Status.
    • CSD registration report.
    • CIDB registration of 3GB or higher.
    • Professional registration certificates for the Architect (SACAP) and Health and Safety Agent (SACPCMP).
    • A Turnkey Agreement or letter of intent to enter into a Turnkey Agreement signed by all Turnkey Members.
    • Valid ISO 9001 Certificate from high-security fencing suppliers.
    • Completed Annexure B (Supplier Information).
    • Completed Annexure G (Form of Offer and Acceptance).
    • Priced Bill of Quantities/Activities completed in ink.
    • Annexure E (Statement of Consent to Data Processing).
    • Annexure F (Preference Points Claim Form).
    • Letter of Authority or Board Resolution authorising the signatory.
    • Joint Venture/Consortium Agreement (if applicable).
    • Resolution of the Board of Directors to enter into a Consortium/Joint Venture (if applicable).
    • Valid Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Commission.

    Evaluation Criteria

    The evaluation process consists of three stages: Stage 1 – Pre-Qualification (Mandatory Requirements), Stage 2 – Functionality Evaluation, and Stage 3 – Preferential Procurement Points System (Price and Specific Goals). Functionality is evaluated out of 65 points, with a minimum qualifying score of 60% to proceed to Stage 3. Criteria include the Professional Architect’s post-registration experience (15 points), the Health and Safety Agent’s post-registration experience (15 points), the Contractor’s experience in similar work (20 points), and the capacity of key personnel including Site/Construction Manager, Foreman, and Health and Safety Officer (15 points). The 80/20 preference point system applies, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals include 51% and above black-owned enterprises (10 points), Eastern Cape-based supplier (5 points), 51% and above women-owned enterprises (3 points), and 51% and above youth-owned enterprises (2 points).

    Related opportunity: Mhlontlo Municipality Seeks Architect-Led Consulting Team

    Enquiries and Tender Documents

    • Enquiries: Siyabulela Vanda at svanda@ecdc.co.za or 043-704-5699.

    Document Downloads

    Access the complete RFP documentation via the official National Treasury eTender portal:

    Bidders are advised to review the full document for detailed specifications and returnable schedules before the closing date.

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