GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

The works, as described, is situated on five (5) farms within the Molenaars river system, on various farms within the Hoeks & Slanghoek river system and on two (2) farms within the Smalblaar river system, Western Cape Province.

This project consists of the following elements:

The proposed scope of works entails providing immediate disaster support to affected communities through the mechanical clearing and restoration of river systems. The works will primarily include:

• Removal of debris, vegetation, rock islands, and accumulated sand deposits from river channels and under the bridges;
• Reinstatement of natural flow paths within affected rivers;
• Repair and plugging of breached berm sections;
• Loading and hauling of excess material to approved spoil areas; and
• Associated emergency river rehabilitation measures.
• Trimming and finishing off blocked river channels.
• Removal of organic material and sediment causing obstruction to the watercourse

All prices are to be quoted on a “WET” (Wet Hire) basis. This means that prices should include the following)

• The construction plant equipment
• The operator/driver
• Fuel
• Normal operation costs associated with using the equipment as specified by the contract

The quoted amount will be a measured bid and must include labour and machinery.  The successful bidder must have the capacity to start the works within 7 (seven) days of appointment. If any of the successful bidders receives the award of more than one river, they must start and end concurrently within the stipulated contract periods.

Three compulsory site meetings will be held on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, at the respective project locations, as indicated  in the tender document