ANNEXURE “B.2” REQUEST FOR FORMAL WRITTEN PRICE QUOTATION FORM Procurement from R30 000, 00 up to a transaction value of R200 000, 00 (including Vat) (For publication on Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Website and Notice Board) 1. NAME AND ADDRESS OF SUPPLIER FULL NAME ADDRESS ID NUMBER (SOLE PROPRIETOR) COMPANY OR CC NUMBER 2. REGISTRATION NUMBER (PTY) LTD 3. TAX REFERENCE NUMBER QUOTATION NUMBER GEQ.MI.08.195 PROCUREMENT FORM WILL BE OBTAINABLE FROM THE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT UNIT, CENTRAL PROCUREMENT OFFICE, NO: 5 JUNCTION RD DRIEHOEK, GERMISTON. QUOTATIONS MUST BE DEPOSITED IN BID BOX NUMBER…17…. AT…15H00 @ CENTRAL PROCUREMENT OFFICE, NO: 5 JUCTION RD, DRIEHOEK. DATE OF ADVERTISEMENT 13 AUGUST 2015 4. VAT REGISTRATION NUMBER (IF ANY) 5. CONTACT PERSON 6. ALTERNATIVE CONTACT PERSON 7. TELEPHONE NUMBER 8. CELL PHONE NUMBER 9. FAX NUMBER BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 1 SECTION 1 CLOSING DATE: 20 AUGUST 2015 CLOSING TIME: 15H00 Quotations are hereby invited for the following: Supply; delivery and off-loading of Cable Joints as per specifications. REF: EK 915834. 1. All quotations received will be evaluated on the 80/20 point scoring basis. The 80 points will be for Price and 20 points are for Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) for attaining the BBBEE Status level contribution in accordance with the table below: • MBD 4: Declaration of interest • MBD 6.1: B-BBEE Status level of Contribution. • MBD 6.3: Promotion of SMME • MBD 8: Declaration of bidders past supply management practices • MBD 9: Certificate of Independent bid determination If the MBD forms are not completed & submitted, your quotation will be rejected. • No quotation will be considered from persons in the service of the state (MBD4). • As from the 7 December 2011, all Service providers/contractors must submit valid, certified copies of their BEE certificate from an accredited BEE verification agency with their bid submission. Failure to submit will lead to forfeiture (loss) of the preference points. • In the instance of Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME) (turn over less than R 5m) a letter from a professional, registered accountant/ auditor in order to qualify for preference points. • Electronic (e-mailed or faxed) quotations are not accepted. • Failure to submit a BEE certificate will lead to forfeiture (loss) of the preference points. In the instance of Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME) (turn over less than R 5m) a letter from a professional, registered accountant/auditor in order to qualify for preference points. 2. A COMPULSORY BRIEFING SESSION IS NOT NECESSARY. EMM contact person: A MAKGOPA/M DHLAMINI TEL NO: 011 999 2098/1214 SECTION 2 1. 2. The Lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted and the EMM reserves the right not to consider any bid not suitably endorsed or comprehensively completed as well as the right to accept a bid in whole or part. Brand names MUST be specified in MBD 3.1” attached hereto (Price Schedule document). BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 2 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Where deliveries are quoted “ex-stock” the period of delivery must not exceed Five (5) maximum working days after receipt of order. If this condition is not adhered to, the order could be cancelled. Quotations are to be completed in accordance with the conditions as set out in the quotation document and must be sealed and externally endorsed with the quotation number and place in the quotation box indicated above. Payments will be made thirty (30) days after receipt of invoice by Council. Quotations received after the closing date and time will not be considered. Samples of the required items or goods are available for your perusal (when applicable.) Should the above-mentioned conditions not be adhered to, the quotation will be considered invalid. Quotation to be valid for 30 days. DECLARATION I, the undersigned hereby confirm that the information herein is a true reflection of the facts presented, and the person signing this document on behalf of the bidder duly authorised to do so. Should this not be the fact, stipulations regarding this as contained in the EMM’s Policy applies. I accept that the EMM may act against me in terms of paragraph 23 of the general conditions of contract should this declaration prove to be false. Signing of the quotation in the appropriate space, as well as the initialling of each page and any amendments by the bidder mandatory. ________________________________ MR K NGEMA CITY MANAGER EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. _____________________ SIGNATURE OF BIDDER EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 3 VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE ON DISQUALIFICATIONS: A bid not complying with the peremptory requirements stated hereunder will be regarded as not being an “Acceptable bid”, and as such will be rejected. “Acceptable bid” means any bid which, in all respects, complies with the conditions of bid and specifications as set out in the bid documents, including conditions as specified in the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (Act 5 of 2000) and related legislation as published in Government Gazette number 22549, dated 10 August 2001, in terms of which provision is made for this policy. 1. 2. 3. 4. or 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. its 14. 15. If a VALID ORIGINAL TAX clearance certificate or copy thereof (or in the case of a joint venture, of all the partners in the joint venture) has not been submitted with the bid document on closing date of the bid. If any pages have been removed from the bid document, and have therefore not been submitted, or a copy of the original bid document has been submitted. Failure to complete the schedule of quantities as required, i.e only lump sums provided. Scratching out, writing over or painting out rates, without initialling next to the amended rates information, affecting the evaluation of the bid. The use of correction fluid (i.e. tippex) or any erasable ink, e.g. pencil. Non-attendance of mandatory/compulsory: - Site inspections or; - Information/Clarification meetings The Bid has not been properly signed by a party having the authority to do so, according to the example of “Authority for Signatory” If the MBD forms are not completed & submitted, your quotation will be rejected. No quotation will be considered from persons in the service of the state (MBD4). The bidder attempts to influence, or has in fact influenced the evaluation and/or awarding of the contract The bid has been submitted either in the wrong bid box or after the relevant closing date and time Failure to provide a valid certificate from the Department of Labour, or a declaration (Specific goals – “Equity ownership”) by a designated employer that it complies with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998. If any municipal rates and taxes or municipal service charges owed by the bidder or any of directors to the municipality, or to any other municipality or municipal entity, are in arrears for more than three months. If any bidder who during the last five years has failed to perform satisfactorily on a previous contract with the municipality, municipal entity or any other organ of state after written notice was given to that bidder that performance was unsatisfactory. The accounting officer must ensure that irrespective of the procurement process followed, no award may be given to a person – (a) who is in the service of the state, or; (b) if that person is not a natural person, of which any director, manager, principal shareholder or stakeholder, is a person in the service of the state; or; who is an advisor or consultant contracted with the municipality in respect of contract that would cause a conflict of interest. 16. Not attaching or submitting of required documentations. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR QUOTATIONS THE CONTRACTOR SHALL/MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING TO THE MANAGER OH&S TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FROM OH&S EKHURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY BEFORE ANY WORK MAY COMMENCE, only where applicable. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Proof of Registration with the Compensation Commissioner. Letter of “Good Standing” with Compensation Commissioner. Certified copy of first aid certificate. Physical address where contract is taking place (on Company letterhead). Detailed description of intended work (on Company letterhead). List of all Personal Protective Equipment issued to employees (company letterhead). List of ALL employees on site (on company letterhead). Detailed Health and Safety Plan (on company letterhead). Comprehensive Risk Assessment (Qualification and Contact details of Risk Assessor). Public Liability and Commercial Insurance Certificate. All related statutory appointments. Certificates of relevant Training. The above list represents the minimum content of a safety file In terms of the Construction Regulations (GNR 1010 of 18 July 2003). OHS Act 85 of 1993. ļ Contact details: Modupe Khatlake Occupational Health and Safety Officer Germiston CCC August Simmer Building 2nd, Room 212 Tel: 011 999 0032 Fax: 086 610 3485 Cell: 079 881 1114 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 5 NAME OF BIDDERS:........................................................................................ FORM “E” EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY DEPARTMENT NAME: ENERGY CONTRACT NO: GEQ.MI.08.195 FOR: THE SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND OFF-LOADING OF HEAT-SHRINKABLE STRAIGHT THROUGH JOINTS FOR SINGLE CORE 33KV XLPE 300 TO 630MM ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORCOMPLETE WITH EARTHING. SJP33A AND WITH MECHANICAL TORQUE SHEAR FERRULES; WITH DUAL EXTRUSION TUBE. SPECIFICATION INTRODUCTION Cable jointing kits are used in the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality’s (EMM) electrical network to maintain the continuity of cable especially for long length for the distribution of electricity. The effects of MV cables jointing kits failure are generally severe in terms of customer outage as well the repair cost to EMM. It is therefore important to ensure that MV cable jointing kits comply with the required specifications and are of acceptable quality. 1 Scope This specification details minimum requirements testing and supply of medium-voltage cable accessories used on a.c systems of voltages 6.35/11 kV up to and including 19/33 kV, for both Paper Insulated, lead-sheathed, mass-impregnated non-draining (MIND) cables and Cross Link Polyethylene (XLPE) as well as 110 & 160 mm corrugated high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes for lying of cables in road crossings; for the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, on an as and when required basis for a period indicated in the tender heading. The accessories are required for the type cable parameters described in table A1.2 and A1.3 included in this specification. 2 Normative References The following documents contain provisions that, through reference in the text, constitute requirements of this specification. At the time of publication, the editions indicated were valid. All standards and specifications are subject to revision, and parties to agreements based on this specification are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the documents listed below. SANS 1332:2013: (NRS 053:2013) Accessories for medium–voltage XLPE and impregnated paper–insulated power cables (3.8/6.6kv to 19/33kV) BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 6 IEC 60055-1: Paper-insulated metal-sheathed cables for rated voltages up to 18/30 kV (with copper or aluminium conductors and excluding gas pressure and oil filled cables) - Part 1: Tests on cables and their accessories. SANS 61442:2006: Test methods for accessories for power cables with rated voltages from 6 kV (Um = 7.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV). SANS 60502-4: SANS 97: SANS 876:2013 (NRS 012:2013 SANS 1339: Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages from 1 kV (Um = 1.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) - Part 4: Test requirements on accessories for cables with rated voltages from 6 kV (Um = 7.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV). Electric cables - Impregnated paper-insulated metal sheathed cables for rated voltages from 3.3/3.3 kV up to 19/33 kV (excluding pressure assisted cables). Cable terminations and live conductors within air-filled enclosures (insulation co-ordination) for rated a.c voltages of 7.2kV and up to and including 36 kV. Electric cables – Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulated cables for rated voltages 3.8/6.6 kV up to 19/33 kV. NRS 028:2013 Crimped cable lugs and ferrules for copper and aluminium conductors. NRS 075:2011 Mechanical torque share connectors for medium voltage applications. SANS 9001: 2000 Quality Systems: Requirements. SANS 101988:2007 The selection, handling and installation of electric power cables of rating not exceeding 33 kV Part 8: Cable laying and installation SANS 61386-24 Conduit systems for cable management – Part 24: Particular requirements — Conduit systems buried underground. SABS ISO 4427* Polyethylene (PE) pipes for water supply — Specifications SANS 4427:2008 (PARTS 1-5) Plastics piping systems — Polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings for water supply 3 Definitions and Abbreviations The terms, definitions and abbreviations of NRS 053 and NRS 012 shall apply to this specification. 4 Quantities Due to the uncertainty and fluctuation of the EMM requirements, no indication can be given as to the quantities of the above-mentioned items which will be required under this contract. The supplier/s will therefore be required to supply the requirements in such quantities as may be required by the EMM from time to time. When supplies are required, the EMM will endeavour to place orders, on an as and when required basis, as far in advance as possible. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 7 5 Requirements 5.1 General 5.1.1 Standard operating conditions All accessories shall be suitable for operation under the following conditions: • • • • • • • Altitude: not exceeding 1800 m; Ambient air temperature: -5°C to 40 °C, Lightning ground flash density: severe (14 flashes per square kilometre per year); Maximum solar radiation: 1000 W/m2; Ultraviolet radiation: high; Relative humidity: 10 % to 95 %; and Pollution conditions: very heavy. 5.1.2 Standard ranges for accessories The majority of the accessories to be supplied shall be range-taking in accordance with the ranges given in the tables below: Table 1: Standard Ranges for Joints and Terminations Rated Voltage Uā/U kV 6.35/11 12.7/22 19/33 1 25 - 70 25 - 70 - 2 95 - 185 95 - 185 95 - 185 Cable Sizes (mm²) Accessory Range 3 4 185 - 300 500 185 - 300 500 185 - 300 500 5 630 630 630 5.1.3 Accessory earthing 5.1.3.1 General 5.1.3.1.1 The minimum earth fault current rating of the main earthing conductor shall be 10 kA 1 s. Note – Where a higher earth fault current rating is required, multiple earthing conductors or associated connectors (or both) may be required. 5.1.3.1.2 The main earthing conductor of cable terminations shall be terminated with a tinned copper connector that has an M12 fixing hole and that shall be of the length described in SANS 1332:2013. 5.1.3.1.3 All cable termination earthing conductors shall be water blocked to prevent ingress of moisture into the termination. The method of waterproofing shall be stated in Schedule B and shall be clearly indicated in the accessory installation instruction. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 8 5.1.3.1.4 Constant force springs (CFS's) used to connect the main earthing conductor to the lead sheath or armour of a cable shall have a minimum width of 20 mm and shall be suitable for the relevant cable dimension. 5.1.3.1.5 CFS's that form part of the main earthing connection shall not be used to secure any ferrous metal enclosures used for the mechanical protection of a three-core cable joint. 5.1.3.1.6 The main earthing conductor of a joint shall be separated from the individual core insulation by a collective insulating inner sleeve that: • For a paper-insulated cable extends from lead sheath to lead sheath; • For an XLPE-insulated cable extends from bedding to bedding; • For a transition joint extends from lead sheath to bedding; and • That is effectively sealed at each bedding or lead sheath interface. 5.1.3.1.7 The edges of a CFS be smoothed using a suitable filler tape positioned around the CFS. The filler tape shall also serve to restrain the spring. 5.1.3.2 XLPE-insulated cables 5.1.3.2.1 The earthing conductor requirements XLPE-insulated cables in accordance with SANS 1339 shall be in accordance with table 2. All earthing conductor shall be tinned copper braid. Note – Secondary earthing conductors are not required for single-core XLPE-insulated cables that have a copper wire screen. 5.1.3.2.2 The connection between the secondary earthing conductor and the copper screen of a cable shall be made using a CFS. 5.1.3.2.3 The main earthing conductor of a three-core armoured cable joint or termination shall be connected to the armour wires of the cable with a CFS. 5.1.3.2.4 The armour wires directly below the CFS of a three-core amoured cable shall be supported using a range-taking (adjustable) stainless-steel support bush. The type of support offered shall be stated in Schedule B. Note – Support below the armour wires is required to accommodate the triangular shape of certain XLPE-insulated cables. 5.1.3.2.5 Single-core cables that have a copper wire screen, a suitable mechanical torque shear connector shall be provided for the purpose of connecting the copper screen wires. Mechanical torque shear lugs shall have an M12 fixing hole. Table 2: Earthing conductor arrangement for XLPE-insulated cables 1 2 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. 3 4 EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 5 9 Cable type Armour type Single-core type A AWA Screen type Three-core type A SWA Copper tape screen Copper wire screen Copper tape screen Copper wire screen Copper tape screen Three-core type B Unarmoured Copper tape screen AWA Single-core type B Unarmoured Unarmoured 5.1.3.3 Earthing conductors (tinned copper braid) Secondary Main 1 X 16mm² 1 X 70mm² N/A 1 X 70mm² 1 X 16mm² N/A 3 X 16mm² 3 X 70mm² 1 X 16mm² Impregnated paper-insulated cables 5.1.3.3.1 The main earthing conductor of all joints or terminations shall be a 70mm² tinned copper braid. 5.1.3.3.2 The main earthing conductor of a joint or termination shall be: a) Connected to the lead sheath of the cable with a CFS. A layer of tinned copper mesh shall be provided for application under the CFS; and b) Connected to the armouring of the cable with a CFS, in the case of armoured cables. Note – No armour claps are permitted due to the “cold flow” characteristics of the lead sheath. 5.1.4 Cable terminations 5.1.4.1 a) b) Terminations shall be classified as: Indoor terminations for use in air-filled enclosures; and Outdoor terminations 5.1.4.2 The design of the cable termination shall take into account changes to the electrical field distribution caused by pollution deposited on the surface of the termination in indoor and outdoor applications. 5.1.4.3 The minimum specific creepage distances for type 1 and type 2 cable terminations shall be in accordance with SANS 876. The actual creepage distance offered shall be stated in schedule B In the case of single-core terminations, no separate earthin or armouring tube shall be used. In the case of single –core terminations, the creepage distance shall be measured from the end of cable insulation at the lug, along the surface of the termination tail, to the nearest exposed earthed point. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 10 In the case of three-core terminations, the creepage distance shall be measured from the end of cable insulation at the lug, along the surface of the termination tail, to the cable crutch. 5.1.4.4 The cable termination tail lengths shall be as given in table 3. The tail lengths are relate to the distance from the terminal centre line to the cable support clamp or the gland plate (where applicable) as specified in in table 7 of SANS 876:2013 Table 3: Tail length for three-core cable terminations 1 2 Cable type 3 4 5 Termination length mm Rated voltage Uā/U kV 3.8/6.6 6.35/11 12.7/22 19/33 Three-core (indoor) 650 650 650 800 Three-core (outdoor) 1 200 1 200 1 200 1 200 Single-core (indoor an outdoor 300 (max.) 300 (max.) 400 (max.) 500 (max.) 5.1.4.5 All cable termination instructions shall be based upon the "top down" principle of measurement and shall clearly indicate the distance to the end of the core screen (screen cut) from the top down. The “top down” principle of measurement requires the position of the screen cut to be referenced from the top end of the core insulation. See figure 1 of NRS 053:2013. NOTE – The intention of the "top down" measurement is to maximize the length of screened tail to allow for core crossing in the screened section of the termination where needed. 5.1.4.6 Clearances within an air-insulated enclosure shall be in accordance with NRS 012:2013. 5.1.4.7 Cable terminations for impregnated paper-insulated cables shall have semiconductive tubes that cover the metallic-paper core screen from the break-out boot to the end of the core screen. NOTE – The purpose of the semi-conductive tube is to prevent the metallic-paper core screen from moving during the termination process. 5.1.4.8 Three-core cable terminations shall be designed to accommodate crossing of cable cores within the screened section of the tri-furcated cores. 5.1.4.9 The design of the cable termination shall ensure that no part of the armour or lead sheath of the cable is exposed once the termination is completed. In the case of a three-core termination this shall be achieved by either ensuring that the length of BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 11 the break-out boot is adequate or provision for a separate earthing/armour tube is made. 5.1.4.10 Outdoor cable terminations for paper-insulated cables shall be provided with crutch support to prevent damage to the cable crutch end core insulation from over trifurcating. 5.1.4.11 Cable terminations shall be provided with a method of sealing the interface between the termination tail insulating tube and the lug barrel either by: a)Allowing for at least 100 mm of additional length of termination tail outer tube and sealing mastic that covers the lug barrel; or b) Providing lug outer tubes of length at least 100mm. 5.1.4.12 Cable terminations for single-core cable shall be supplied in sets of three i.e. allowing for the termination of three single-core cables. 5.1.4.13 For indoor three-core cable terminations within air-filled cable enclosures fitted with low-voltage ring-type current transformers, an “extended screen” termination shall be supplied. The termination design shall allow for the core screen of the cable to extend through the current transformers by having a tail length of 800 mm. 5.1.4.14 Terminations shall be supplied with range-taking mechanical torque-shear lugs in accordance with NRS 075 and shall be suitable for the standard ranges specified in table 1. The mechanical torque shear lug fixing hole shall be M16. 5.1.4.15 Three-core terminations shall be supplied with three phase identification tubes marked ”R” (red), “W” (white) and “B” (blue) respectively. The tubes shall be of the same material as the phase outer material and shall be provided with a suitable sealant on the inside surface. 5.1.5 Cable joints 5.1.5.1 All three-core cable joints shall be of the filled type. The method of filling shall be stated in schedule B NOTE – The primary purpose of filling three-core cable joints is to provide a longitudinal water block. 5.1.5.2 All jointing instructions shall clearly indicate the maximum length and diameter of the ferrule(s) that may be used with the joint. 5.1.5.3 Three-core cable joints shall be designed to accommodate crossing of cable cores within the joint. The method of core crossing shall be indicated in the jointing instruction. 5.1.5.4 Tree-core XLPE cable joints shall individually screened using a suitable tinned copper metallic screening layer (e.g. tinned copper mesh tape or tinned copper earth sock) that extends from the metallic core screen on the one side to the metallic core BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 12 screen on the other. The tinned screening shall be connected to the metallic core screen with a CFS 5.1.5.5 Cable joints for single-core cable shall be supplied individually i.e. allowing for the jointing of one single-core cable. 5.1.5.5 Cable joints shall be supplied with range-taking mechanical torque-shear ferrules in accordance with NRS 075 and shall be suitable for the standard ranges specified in table 1. 5.1.6 Shrouded terminations 5.1.6.1 For type 2 cable terminations in accordance with NRS 012:2013, a method shall be provided for insulating the cable termination at the equipment terminal fixing point for the specified connection arrangement. The connection arrangement will typically consist of a straight or right-angled cable connection onto a bushing, post insulator or solid shaped copper conductor. 5.1.6.2 The outer covering of the shroud shall be heat-shrink, cold shrink or slip-on 5.1.6.3 The shrouds shall be supplied with three lengths of self-amalgamating filler tape having minimum dimensions of 300 mm x 50 mm x 3mm that shall be used for covering of all sharp edges of the cable/terminal fixing point interface. 5.1.6.4 Shrouds with taped outer layers are not acceptable. 5.1.6.5 Shrouds shall be supplied in sets of three i.e. allowing for the termination of one three-core cable or three single-core cables. 5.1.6.5 The shroud installation instruction shall clearly indicate the minimum thickness of insulation required at any point of the shroud. 5.1.6.6 The shrouds shall be tested as a shrouded termination in accordance with IEC 60055-1 or SANS 60502-4 at the minimum phase-to-phase and phase-to-earth clearances. NOTE – The phase-to-phase and phase-to-earth clearances at which the shrouds are tested shall not exceed those given in NRS 012:2013. 5.1.7 Fully insulated unscreened separable connectors (USC). 5.1.7.1 It shall be possible to connect cables straight and at right angles to respective switchgear. 5.1.7.2 The fully-insulated separable connectors shall be supplied in sets of three i.e. allowing for the termination of one three-core cable or three single-core cables. 5.1.8 Trifucating termination kits for screened separable conductors used with threecore cable BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 13 NOTE – A trifurcating termination kit is used to convert a screened three-core XLPEinsulated cable into three screened single-core unarmoured cables tails for the purpose of terminating the individual cores of the cable using accessories designed exclusively for single-core vcables. The purpose of the kit is to: a) Separate the three individual screened cable cores; b) Provide the necessary earth connections for the metallic core screens and, where applicable the armour of the three-core cable; and c) Provide a watertight seal for the screened cores, cable crutch and earth connection. 5.1.8.1 A trifurcating termination kit shall be range-taking in accordance with the standard ranges specified in table 1. 5.1.8.2 The tail length of a trifurcated cable shall be 800 mm or 2 500mm. NOTE – A trifurcating termination kit that has 800mm tails is used for terminating threecore cable using SSCs into a cable termination enclosure designed for three-core cables in accordance with SANS 876. A trifurcating termination kit that has 2 500mm tails is used for terminating a three-core cable into a cable termination enclosure designed exclusively for single –core cables in accordance with SANS 876. 5.1.8.3 An earthing kit in accordance with the requirements of 5.1.3 shall be provided for connecting to the copper tape core screens and, where applicable, the armour wires. The earthing arrangement shall have passed a thermal-short circuit (screen) test. 5.1.8.4 A trifurcating termination kit shall include all components required for sealing the screened cable cores, cable crutch and earth connection. 5.1.8.5 The minimum wall thickness of the waterproof sealing tubes provided for the screened cores, cable crutch and earth connection shall be 2mm after installation. 5.1.8.6 Environmental sealant mastics shall be provided to ensure a watertight seal in the cable crutch area (i.e. around the break-out boot skirt and turrets) of the trifurcating termination kit. When tested in accordance with clause 5 of NRS 053, there shall be no evidence of moisture ingress into to the crutch area of the cable termination. 5.1.9 Extensible screened separable connectors (SSC's) 5.1.9.1 Extensible SSC's are used on 11kV XLPE cable terminations onto all equipment that has a Type C interface that has a rated current of ≥ 630 A. 5.1.9.2 The maximum intended cable size for this application is 300 mm². 5.1.9.3 Extensible SSCs shall be of the dead-break, bolted contact type and shall be suitable for connecting to a 630 A outside cone plug-in type bushing with interface type ‘C’ in accordance with EN 50180 and EN 50181 having an M16 × 2 thread. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 14 5.1.9.4 The SSC's shall be suitable for use on systems with a nominal voltage of 11 kV. 5.1.9.5 The SSC's shall be range taking in accordance with the standard ranges specified in table 1. 5.1.9.6 Each SSC shall be supplied with a stainless steel fixing stem and all associated components (e.g. end plug, test point cap etc.) 5.1.9.7 The SSC's shall be supplied in sets of three. 5.1.9.8 The SSC's shall be supplied with mechanical torque shear lugs, complying with the requirements of NRS 075 and shall be suitable for the standard cable sizes specified in tables 1. 5.1.9.9 Where SSCs are provided with an external length of insulated conductor that is required for the earthing of the SSC housing, the conductor shall be: a) an insulated copper conductor of nominal cross-sectional area of at least 4 mm², b) of length 700 mm, and c) terminated at the non-SSC end with a lug having an M12 fixing hole. 5.1.10 Cable repair sleeves NOTE– Cable repair sleeves may be used to repair underground cables that have a damaged/punctured outer sheath. 5.1.10.1 Cable repair sleeves shall be suitable for application on cables of outer diameter ranges as follows: a) 45 mm to 65 mm; and b) 65 mm to 95 mm. 5.1.10.2 A cable repair sleeve shall be of a wrap-around design and shall be supplied with a rail and stainless steel zip/channel or any other approved sealing method. 5.1.10.3 The length shall be at least 1 000mm. 5.1.10.4 The minimum thickness shall be 2mm after installation. 5.1.10.5 The inner surface shall be coated with a suitable adhesive to prevent moisture ingress into the cable. 5.1.10.6 Each repair sleeve shall be supplied with the cable preparation equipment and tools necessary to install the sleeve. 5.1.11 Cable sealing end caps BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 15 5.1.11.1 Cable sealing end caps shall be suitable for application on the cables of outer diameter ranges as follows: a) 45 mm to 65 mm; and b) 65 mm to 95 mm. 5.1.11.2 The length shall be at least 150 mm. 5.1.11.3 The minimum thickness shall be 2 mm after installation. 5.1.11.4 The inner surface shall be coated with a suitable adhesive to prevent moisture ingress into the cable. 5.1.11.5 The cable sealing end cap shall UV stable. 5.1.12 Mechanical torque shear connectors 5.1.12.1 All joint and terminations shall be supplied with appropriately sized mechanical torque shear connectors. 5.1.12.2 The mechanical torque shear connectors shall comply with NRS 075. 5.1.12.3 All lugs shall have M16 fixing holes. 5.1.12.4 All installation instructions shall clearly indicate how to install the mechanical torque shear connectors in the respective joints and terminations. 5.1.12.5 Mechanical torque shear connectors shall be supplied for with straight shrouds. 5.1.13 Special requirements 5.1.13.1 Where heat shrink materials are used for the purpose of electrical insulation they shall have a minimum wall thickness of at least 2 mm after application. 5.1.13.2 An installation instruction shall be provided with every accessory supplied. 5.1.13.3 The jointing and termination instructions for accessories used with XLPE-insulated cables shall clearly indicate the cable preparation required for cables having an outer sheath made of polyethylene. 5.1.13.4 Cleaning kits for cable joints, terminations and tri-furcating kits shall consist of at least the following: a) Non-oil based cleaning solvent supplied in a sealed container that prevents leakage or evaporation; b) 50 mm x 600 mm aluminium-oxide or glass based abrasive tape; BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 16 c) 1 m of twine for cutting core insulation (supplied only with accessories for XLPEinsulated cables); d) Eight pieces of 150 mm x 150 mm lint free cloth; and e) Material safety data sheet. 5.1.13.5 Principle Manufacturer's electrical properties written approval for any locally manufactured materials that are supplied in the above MV accessories shall be provide to ensure that material electrical properties are not changed in any way due to different manufacturing processes. Proof of this written approval shall be provided. 5.1.13.6 All materials supplied shall be non-toxic and dermatologically safe. 5.1.14 Elastometric Insulating bushings boot for bushings up to 17.5 kV 5.1.14.1 Elastometric is a flexible insulation moulded boot that fits over the connection between the cable lug and the inline or right-angle equipment bushing , this is to improve the phase to phase and phase to ground insulation, it is also known as an concertina boot. Table 4: Elastometric insulating bushing boot for bushings up to 17,5kV Max system voltage Basic impulse level Busing Diameter Item No. 1 17.5 kV 95 kV 31 – 45 mm Item No. 2 17.5 kV 95 kV 46 – 70 mm 5.2 Voltage designations and maximum conductor temperatures The voltage designations and maximum conductor temperatures shall be in accordance with clause 4.2 of NRS 053. 5.3 Conditions and range of approval The conditions and range of approval shall be in accordance to the requirements of clause 4.3 of NRS 053. 6. Tests The tests shall be in accordance to the requirements of clause 5 of NRS 053. 7. Marking and Packaging 7.1 Marking 7.1.1 All accessories shall be clearly and durably marked by the manufacturer to indicate the following: a) The manufacturer’s identification mark and reference/catalogue number (visible on the completed accessory); BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 17 b) The rated voltage and accessory description (e.g. 12 kV Outdoor termination (XLPE) visible on the accessory packaging); c) The accessory range (visible on the accessory packaging); d) The EMM’s unique stock code/number; e) The manufacturer’s name or identification mark (or both), the part number, the shrink ratio (where applicable) and the batch number (visible on all components forming part of an accessory). This part number shall be referenced in the bill of materials. Components that are physically impossible to mark shall be individually packed and the packaging shall be marked; f) The expiry date (visible on the packaging of all components or consumables that are subjected to a shelf life limitation). These components or consumables shall be individually packed; g) In addition, where an accessory contains components or consumables that have an expiry date the expiry date shall be clearly marked on the outside of the cardboard container; and 7.1.2 Completed accessory shall be provided with unique serial number which shall be linked to the following minimum information to be kept by the supplier for traceability purposes. a) Manufacture’s name and the name of the supplier; b) Accessory part number and description of the part; c) The date of packaging. Details of the serial number offered shall be indicated in schedule B. this serial number shall be marked on the accessory outer packaging and shall appear in the installation instructions. 7.2 Packaging The packaging shall be in accordance to the requirements of clause 6.2 of NRS 053. 8. Documentation 8.1 Language of Document All documentation shall be in English. 8.2 Installation Instruction Installation instructions shall be supplied for each accessory and shall: a) Be supported by legible illustrations that clearly indicate the application and assembly of all components of the accessory, BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 18 b) Reference the bill of materials by quoting the relevant part number at least once when describing the components, c) Be unique to the rated voltage and the cable type for which the accessory has been designed, d) Indicate a date of issue and a revision number, e) Be unique for the indoor and the outdoor application of terminations, and f) Be individually printed in colour and not photo-copied, g) Include an A4 tear-off page that makes provision for the following information (to be completed on-site): 1) The serial number, the name of the manufacture, the name of the supplier and the product number; 2) The jointer’s name, the jointer’s ID and the name of the company; 3) The date of installation; 4) The name of the customer, the name of the customer’s responsible person; and the responsible person’s ID; h) Include the following wording at the end of the instructions: ANY COLOUR-CODED INSULATING TAPES (e.g PVC) USED FOR PHASE IDENTIFICATION PURPOSE SHALL BE REMOVED BEFORE THE TERMINATION IS ENERGIZED. i) Indicate the positioning of the waterproofing for cable termination earthing conductors, j) Indicate the method of core crossing along with minimum clearances for terminations, k) Indicate the method of sealing the interface between the termination tail outer tube and the lug barrel for cable terminations, l) Indicate the maximum length and diameter of the ferrule (s) that may be used with the joint, and m) Indicate the minimum thickness of insulation required at any point of the shroud. 8.3 Bill of Materials The bill of materials shall provide the following information for each component: BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 19 a) A short description; b) The quantity; c) A part number / batch number 8.4 Test Report 8.4.1 Test reports shall be submitted with a tender and shall be arranged according to the applicable type test sequence. 8.4.2 Test reports shall be accompanied by installation instructions and a bill of materials that form part of the test report issued by the accredited laboratory. 8.4.3 A clear statement shall be given on the cover page of each test report that indicates which clause(s) of the relevant specification has been excluded from the test requirement. 8.4.4 All test reports shall bear the mark of accreditation which the accredited laboratory holds. This mark of accreditation shall be prominent on the front page of the test report. 9. Samples and Storage 9.1 Samples Sample of all accessories may be requested during the adjudication stage. Samples must be supplied free of charge. 9.2 Storage Components shall be capable of being stored without deterioration within the temperature range of -10°C to + 45°C for at least 24 months. 10. Training 10.1 The supplier shall provide the following details with the tender regarding training offered: a) the available training courses; b) the duration of each course; c) the cost per delegate (for non-purchaser affiliated delegates); d) the minimum number of delegates required; e) the certification of delegates; f) on-site training and technical support; 10.2 All training course material shall be subject to the approval of the EMM. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 20 10.3 The delegates shall undertake the training using their own tools. 10.4 Table 4 shows typical training modules that may be required in order to provide training on the various types of accessories covered in this specification. 10.5 Delegate training certificate shall clearly state the applicable training module description and scope of training (i.e. cable insulation type, single-core or three-core and voltage, as given in table 4) for which the certification has been given. Table 4: Typical training modules 11. 1 2 3 Onecore 4 Threecore Module description Insulation type Joint and termination XLPE 5 Voltage kV 7,2 – 36 Joint and termination PILC belted 7,2 – 12 Joint and termination PILC screened 12 – 36 Joint Transition 7,2 – 36 Unscreened separable connectors PILC and XLPE 7,2 – 24 Screened separable connectors and trifurcation Plug-in type separable connectors XLPE 7,2 – 36 XLPE 7,2 – 36 Corrugated High-density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes 11.1 General 11.1.1 The type of pipes that is required under this specification and suitable for use as cable protection pipes under roadways, railways etc. shall conform to SANS 6138624 class N with crush resistance higher than 450 N. 11.1.2 HDPE pipes shall be of double wall corrugated construction externally and waxy like internal surface to make easy the draw-in of cable. The pipes shall be manufacture from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) material and shall be of Nominal Sizes (DN) 160 mm and 110 mm. 11.1.3 Pipes shall be supplied in 6 m straight lengths and shall be fitted with the necessary coupling on one end of the pipe to allow jointing where necessary during installation. 11.1.4 The colour of the pipes shall be black and the colour of the coupling shall be either yellow or white and shall have the same material characteristics as that of the pipe. 11.1.5 The impact strength of the pipes shall be such that the pipe as well as the coupling does not crack or rupture when mechanical compaction is applied during installation. 11.1.6 When bent or compressed, or exposed to impact or extreme temperature of a specified value in accordance with impact and extreme temperature declared for the product, either during, or after installation according to the manufacture’s instruction, shall not crack and shall not be deformed to an extend that it is difficult to draw-in the cable or is likely to damage the insulation of the installed cable. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 21 11.1.7 The pipes shall bear SABS certification mark in respect of SANS 61386-24:2005. 11.2 Material 11.2.1 Compound 11.2.1.1 The compound from which the products are produced shall be made by adding to the polyethylene base polymer only those additives necessary for the manufacture and end use of the products, in accordance with the applicable parts of SANS ISO 4427. 11.2.1.2 All additives shall be uniformly dispersed. 11.2.2 Physical characteristics of the compound 11.2.2.1 The compound used for the manufacture of pipes and fittings shall be in accordance with SANS ISO 4427 – 1:2007. 11.3 Tests 11.3.1 Conduit shall be tested in accordance with SANS 61386-24:2005. 11.4 Marking 11.4.1 All pipes shall be permanently and legibly marked in such a way that the marking does not initiate cracks or other types of failure and such that normal storage, weathering, handling, installation and use does not affect the legibility of the marking. 11.4.2 If printing is used, the colour of the printed information shall differ from the basic colour of the product. 11.4.3 The marking shall be such that it is legible without magnification. 11.4.4 Pipes shall be indelibly marked at maximum intervals of 1 m. The marking shall indicate at least the following information: - the manufacturer’s name and/or trade mark; - the dimensions (nominal outside diameter x nominal wall thickness); - the outside-diameter tolerance (A or B); - the designation of the pipe material (PE 100, PE 80, PE 63, PE 40 or PE 32); - the production period (date or code); - SANS ISO 4427 specification mark. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 22 Annex B – Technical Schedule A and B Schedule A A.1 Cable Parameters A.1.1 Accessories are required for the following PILC and XLPE cables. A.1.2 Checklist for paper cable parameters System Voltage kV Number of cores 3.8/66 6.35/11 X 12.7/22 19/33 X X Single-core X Three core X Conductor(s) Copper X Aluminium X Construction Belted Screened X Conductor mm² Metallic sheath Armouring _______ or _______ 70 mm² to 630 mm² Plain lead Lead Alloy E Single-core AWA Three-core Outer Sheath Range PVC SWA None DSTA PE X X X None X NH A.1.3 Checklist for XLPE cable parameters System Voltage kV Number of cores 3.8/66 6.35/11 X 12.7/22 19/33 X Single-core X Three core X Conductor(s) Copper X Aluminium X Construction Single-core Type A Type B Three-core Type A Type B Conductor mm² Metallic core screen Armouring Outer Sheath _______ or _______ Copper tape X Single-core AWA Three-core SWA PVC BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… Range 2)………………….. X PE X 70 mm² to 630 mm² Coper wire None X None X NH EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 23 Annex B (continued) Schedule B: Particulars of accessory to be supplied (to be completed in FULL by bidder). Note – Bidder(s) failing to complete any-one schedule B e.g. B.1, B.2, etc., in FULL will NOT BE CONSIDERED for the line items covered by that schedule B. B.1 Straight Joint – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.2) Reference B.1.1 Item Details Joint type B.1.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.1.3 Joint suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.1.4 Joint can be used on cables of conductor size B.1.5 Maximum length of ferrule that can be accommodated B.1.6 Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Method of filling of three-core cable joints (see 5.1.5.1) Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.1.7 B.1.8 B.1.9 A.1.2 Minimum B.1.10 B.1.11 Special tools required for installation of joint? B.1.12 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.1.13 YES B.1.14 Does joint kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.1.15 Test report included? YES B.1.16 Sample included? Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete the joint BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. A.1.3 h h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 24 Annex B (continued) B.1 Straight Joint – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.3) Reference B.1.1 Item Details Joint type B.1.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.1.3 Joint suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.1.4 Joint can be used on cables of conductor size B.1.5 Maximum length of ferrule that can be accommodated B.1.6 Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Method of filling of three-core cable joints (see 5.1.5.1) Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.1.7 B.1.8 B.1.9 A.1.2 Minimum B.1.10 Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete the joint B.1.11 Special tools required for installation of joint? B.1.12 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.1.13 YES B.1.14 Does joint kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.1.15 Test report included? YES B.1.16 Sample included? BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. A.1.3 _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm h h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 25 Annex B (continued) B.2 Transition joint – Heat Shrink (for connecting cables as detailed in checklist A.1.2 and A.1.3) Reference B.2.1 Item Details Joint type B.2.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.2.3 Joint can be used on cables of conductor size B.2.4 Maximum length of ferrule that can be accommodated B.2.5 Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Method of filling of three-core cable joints (see 5.1.5.1) Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.2.6 B.2.7 B.2.8 B.2.9 B.2.10 Minimum ________ mm² mm h h YES YES B.2.13 Does joint kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.2.14 Test report included? YES B.2.15 Sample included? B.2.12 Maximum Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete the transition joint Special tools required for installation of transition joint? If YES, list tools and part numbers B.2.11 _______ mm² BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 26 Annex B (continued) B.3 Indoor termination – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.2) Reference B.3.1 Item Details Indoor termination type B.3.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.3.3 Termination suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.3.4 Termination can be used on cables of conductor size B.3.5 B.3.7 Method of waterproofing provided for earthing conductors (see 5.1.3.1.3) Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Actual creepage distance (see 5.1.4.3) B.3.8 Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.3.9 B.3.10 Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete termination B.3.11 Special tools required for installation of termination? B.3.12 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.3.13 YES B.3.14 Does termination kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.3.15 Test report included? YES B.3.16 Sample included? B.3.6 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. A.1.2 A.1.3 Minimum _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx h h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 27 Annex B (continued) B.3 Indoor termination – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.3) Reference B.3.1 Item Details Indoor termination type B.3.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.3.3 Termination suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.3.4 Termination can be used on cables of conductor size B.3.5 B.3.7 Method of waterproofing provided for earthing conductors (see 5.1.3.1.3) Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Actual creepage distance (see 5.1.4.3) B.3.8 Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.3.9 B.3.10 Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete termination B.3.11 Special tools required for installation of termination? B.3.12 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.3.13 YES B.3.14 Does termination kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.3.15 Test report included? YES B.3.16 Sample included? B.3.6 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. A.1.2 A.1.3 Minimum _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm h h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 28 Annex B (continued) B.4 Outdoor termination – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.2) Reference B.4.1 Item Outdoor termination type Details B.4.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.4.3 Termination suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.4.4 Termination can be used on cables of conductor size B.4.5 B.4.7 Method of waterproofing provided for earthing conductors (see 5.1.3.1.3) Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Actual creepage distance (see 5.1.4.3) B.4.8 Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.4.9 B.4.10 Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete termination B.4.11 Special tools required for installation of termination? B.4.12 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.4.13 YES B.4.14 Does termination kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.4.15 Test report included? YES B.4.16 Sample included? B.4.6 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. A.1.2 A.1.3 Minimum _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx h h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 29 Annex B (continued) B.4 Outdoor termination – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.3) Reference B.4.1 Item Outdoor termination type Details B.4.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.4.3 Termination suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.4.4 Termination can be used on cables of conductor size B.4.5 B.4.7 Method of waterproofing provided for earthing conductors (see 5.1.3.1.3) Method of amour support (XLPE only) (see 5.1.3.2.4) Actual creepage distance (see 5.1.4.3) B.4.8 Details of the serial number (see 7.1.2) B.4.9 B.4.10 Approximate time required for preparation of the cables Further time required to complete termination B.4.11 Special tools required for installation of termination? B.4.12 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.4.13 YES B.4.14 Does termination kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.4.15 Test report included? YES B.4.16 Sample included? B.4.6 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. A.1.2 A.1.3 Minimum _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm h h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 30 Annex B (continued) B.9 Shrouds – Heat Shrink (for use on cables as detailed in checklist A.1.2 and A.1.3) Reference B.9.1 Item Details Shroud type B.9.2 Manufacture’s reference number B.9.3 Shroud suitable for use on cable detailed in table B.9.4 Shroud can be used on cables of conductor size B.9.5 Minimum clearance (see 5.1.6.6) B.9.6 B.9.7 Approximate time required to complete shrouded part of the termination. Special tools required for installation of shrouds? B.9.8 If YES, list tools and part numbers B.9.9 YES B.9.10 Does termination kit include parts that have limited shelf life? If YES, list parts, shelf life and storage temperature B.9.11 Test report included? YES B.9.12 Sample included? A.1.2 A.1.3 Minimum _______ mm² Maximum ________ mm² mm h YES NO Tool Part number Part Number NO Shelf life Storage temperature ºC NO xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx BILL OF QUANTITY HEAT-SHRINKABLE STRAIGHT THROUGH JOINTS FOR SINGLE CORE 33KV XLPE 300 TO 630MM ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORCOMPLETE WITH EARTHING. SJP33A AND WITH MECHANICAL TORQUE SHEAR FERRULES; WITH DUAL EXTRUSION TUBE. Annexure A – Stock Items Item 1 Stock Code Short Description 33KV XLPE JOINT BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. Long Description Single core 33kv XLPE 300 to 630mm Aluminium conductorcomplete with earthing. SJP33A and with mechanical torque shear ferrules; with dual extrusion tube. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 31 MBD 2 TAX CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS IT IS A CONDITION OF BIDDING THAT – 1. The taxes of the successful bidder must be in order, or that satisfactory arrangements have been made with the Receiver of Revenue to meet his / her tax obligations. 2. The attached form “Application for Tax Clearance Certificate (in respect of bidders) must be completed in all respects and submitted to the Receiver of Revenue where the bidder is registered for tax purposes. The Receiver of Revenue will then furnish the bidder with a Tax Clearance Certificate that will be valid for a period of twelve (12) months from date of issue. This Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted in the original or copy thereof; together with the bid. Failure to submit the original and valid Tax Clearance Certificate may invalidate the bid. 3. In bids where Consortia / Joint Ventures / Sub-contractors are involved each party must submit a separate Tax Clearance Certificate. Copies of the Application for Tax Clearance Certificates are available at any Receiver’s Office. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 32 MBD2/ Application for tax Certificate. APPLIICATION FOR TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE (IN RESPECT OF BIDDERS) 1. Name of taxpayer / bidder:........................................................................................ 2. Trade name: ................................................................................................................... 3. Identification number: 4 Company / Close Corporation registration number 5. Income tax reference number 6. VAT registration number (if applicable) 7. PAYE employer’s registration number (if applicable) Signature of contact person requiring Tax Clearance Certificate: ............................................ Name: ...................................................................................................... Telephone number:……………………………………. Address: ...................................................................................................... ...................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................... Code:………………… DATE: 20_____ / ______ / ______ PLEASE NOTE THAT THE COMMISSIONER FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICE (SARS) WILL NOT EXERCISE HIS DISCRETIONARY POWERS IN FAVOUR OF ANY PERSON WITH REGARD TO ANY INTEREST, PENALTIES AND / OR ADDITIONAL TAX LEVIABLE DUE TO THE LATE- OR UNDERPAYMENT OF TAXES, DUTIES OR LEVIES OR THE RENDITION RETURNS BY ANY PERSON AS A RESULT OF ANY SYSTEM NOT BEING YEAR 2000 COMPLIANT. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 33 MBD 3.1 PRICING SCHEDULE – FIRM PRICES (PURCHASES) NOTE: ONLY FIRM PRICES WILL BE ACCEPTED. NON-FIRM PRICES (INCLUDING PRICES SUBJECT TO RATES OF EXCHANGE VARIATIONS) WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN CASES WHERE DIFFERENT DELIVERY POINTS INFLUENCE THE PRICING, A SEPARATE PRICING SCHEDULE MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH DELIVERY POINT Name of bidder…………………………………………………………………….. OFFER TO BE VALID FOR 60 DAYS FROM THE CLOSING DATE OF BID. Annexure B – Pricing Schedule Item 1 Manufacture and Model Description Unit Price (Excl. Vat) Max Delivery Period (Weeks) Single core 33kv XLPE 300 to 630mm Aluminium conductor complete with earthing. SJP33A and with mechanical torque shear ferrules; with dual extrusion tube cable joint. - Does the offer comply with the specification(s)? *YES/NO - If not to specification, indicate deviation(s) …………………………………. - Period required for delivery …………………………………………..………….. - Name of Authorised Person:…………………………………………… -Signature:……………………………………………………… Date.................................................................... -Witness:……………………………………………………… Note: All delivery costs must be included in the bid price, for delivery at the prescribed destination. ** “all applicable taxes” includes value- added tax, pay as you earn, income tax, unemployment insurance fund contributions and skills development levies. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 34 MBD 4 DECLARATION OF INTEREST 1. No bid will be accepted from persons in the service of the state∗. 2. Any person, having a kinship with persons in the service of the state, including a blood relationship, may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In view of possible allegations of favouritism, should the resulting bid, or part thereof, be awarded to persons connected with or related to persons in service of the state, it is required that the bidder or their authorised representative declare their position in relation to the evaluating/adjudicating authority and/or take an oath declaring his/her interest. 3 In order to give effect to the above, the following questionnaire must be completed and submitted with the bid. 3.1 Full Name of an authorised representative.......................................................... 3.2 Identity Number: ………………………………………………………………… 3.3 Company Registration Number: ………………………………………………… 3.4 Tax Reference Number: ………………………………………………………… 3.5 VAT Registration Number: ……………………………………………………… 3.6 Are you presently in the service of the state∗ YES / NO 3.6.1 If so, furnish particulars.……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… 3.7 Have you been in the service of the state for the past twelve months? YES / NO 3.7.1 If so, furnish particulars. ∗ MSCM Regulations: “in the service of the state” means to be – (a) a member of (i) any municipal council; (ii) any provincial legislature; or (iii) the national Assembly or the national Council of provinces; (b) a member of the board of directors of any municipal entity; (c) an official of any municipality or municipal entity; (d) an employee of any national or provincial department, national or provincial public entity or constitutional institution within the meaning of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No.1 of 1999); (e) a member of the accounting authority of any national or provincial public entity; or (f) an employee of Parliament or a provincial legislature. 2 ……………………………………………………………… 3.8 Do you, have any relationship (family, friend, other) with persons in the service of the state and who may be involvedwith the evaluation and or adjudication of this bid? YES / NO 3.8.1 If so, furnish particulars. ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………..… 3.9 Are you, aware of any relationship (family, friend, other) between a bidder and any persons in the service of the state who may be involved with the evaluation and or BIDDER: EMM: 35 Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Initial: EMM………..………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. adjudication of this bid? YES / NO 3.9.1 If so, furnish particulars ……………………………………………………………. 3.10 Are any of the company’s directors, managers, principle , shareholders or stakeholders in service of the state? YES / NO 3.10.1 If so, furnish particulars. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… 3.11 Are any spouse, child or parent of the company’s directors, managers, principle shareholders or stakeholders in service of the state? YES / NO 3.11.1 If so, furnish particulars. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………..…………………… CERTIFICATION I, THE UNDERSIGNED (NAME) ……………………………………………………………………… CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION FURNISHED ON THIS DECLARATION FORM IS CORRECT. I ACCEPT THAT THE STATE MAY ACT AGAINST ME SHOULD THIS DECLARATION PROVE TO BE FALSE. ………………………………… Signature ………………………………… Position BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. ………........................ Date ……… ……………………………………. Name of Bidder EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 36 MBD 6.1 PREFERENCE POINTS CLAIM FORM IN TERMS OF THE PREFERENTIAL PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS 2011 This preference form must form part of all bids invited. It contains general information and serves as a claim form for preference points for Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Status Level of Contribution NB: BEFORE COMPLETING THIS FORM, BIDDERS MUST STUDY THE GENERAL CONDITIONS, DEFINITIONS AND DIRECTIVES APPLICABLE IN RESPECT OF B-BBEE, AS PRESCRIBED IN THE PREFERENTIAL PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS, 2011. _________________________________________________________________________________ 1. GENERAL CONDITIONS 1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to all bids - the 80/20 system for requirements with a Rand value of up to R1 000 000 (all applicable taxes included); and the 90/10 system for requirements with a Rand value above R1 000 000 (all applicable taxes included). 1.2 The value of this bid is estimated to exceed/not exceed R1 000 000 (all applicable taxes included) and therefore the 80/20 system shall be applicable. 1.3 Preference points for this bid shall be awarded for: (a) (b) 1.3.1 Price; and B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution. The maximum points for this bid are allocated as follows: POINTS 1.3.1.1 PRICE 80 2.3.1.2 B-BBEE STATUS LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION 20 Total points for Price and B-BBEE must not exceed 100 1.4 Failure on the part of a bidder to fill in and/or to sign this form and submit a B-BBEE Verification Certificate from a Verification Agency accredited by the South African Accreditation System (SANAS or a Registered Auditor approved by the Independent Regulatory Board of Auditors (IRBA) or an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the Close Corporation Act (CCA) together with the bid, will be interpreted to mean that preference points for B-BBEE status level of contribution are not claimed. 1.5. The purchaser reserves the right to require of a bidder, either before a bid is adjudicated or at any time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences, in any manner required by the purchaser. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 37 2. DEFINITIONS 2..1 “all applicable taxes” includes value-added tax, pay as you earn, income tax, unemployment insurance fund contributions and skills development levies; 2.2 “B-BBEE” means broad-based black economic empowerment as defined in section 1 of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act; 2.3 “B-BBEE status level of contributor” means the B-BBEE status received by a measured entity based on its overall performance using the relevant scorecard contained in the Codes of Good Practice on Black Economic Empowerment, issued in terms of section 9(1) of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act; 2.4 “bid” means a written offer in a prescribed or stipulated form in response to an invitation by an organ of state for the provision of services, works or goods, through price quotations, advertised competitive bidding processes or proposals; 2.5 “Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act” means the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act, 2003 (Act No. 53 of 2003); 2.6 “comparative price” means the price after the factors of a non-firm price and all unconditional discounts that can be utilized have been taken into consideration; 2.7 “consortium or joint venture” means an association of persons for the purpose of combining Their expertise, property, capital, efforts, skill and knowledge in an activity for the execution of a contract; 2.8 “contract” means the agreement that results from the acceptance of a bid by an organ of state; 2.9 “EME” means any enterprise with an annual total revenue of R5 million or less . 2.10 “Firm price” means the price that is only subject to adjustments in accordance with the actual increase or decrease resulting from the change, imposition, or abolition of customs or excise duty and any other duty,levy, or tax, which, in terms of the law or regulation, is binding on the contractor and demonstrably has an influence on the price of any supplies, or the rendering costs of any service, for the execution of the contract; 2.11 “functionality” means the measurement according to predetermined norms, as set out in the bid documents, of a service or commodity that is designed to be practical and useful, working o operating, taking into account, among other factors, the quality, reliability, viability and durability of a service and the technical capacity and ability of a bidder; 2.12 “non-firm prices” means all prices other than “firm” prices; 2.13 “person” includes a juristic person; 2.14 “rand value” means the total estimated value of a contract in South African currency, calculated at the time of bid invitations, and includes all applicable taxes and excise duties; 2.15 “sub-contract” means the primary contractor’s assigning, leasing, making out work to, or employing, another person to support such primary contractor in the execution of part of a project in terms of the contract; “total revenue” bears the same meaning assigned to this expression in the Codes of Good Practice on Black Economic Empowerment, issued in terms of section 9(1) of the BroadBased Black Economic Empowerment Act and promulgated in the Government Gazette on 9 February 2007; 2.16 BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 38 2.17 “trust” means the arrangement through which the property of one person is made over or bequeathed to a trustee to administer such property for the benefit of another person; and 2.18 “trustee” means any person, including the founder of a trust, to whom property is bequeathed in order for such property to be administered for the benefit of another person. 3. ADJUDICATION USING A POINT SYSTEM 3.1 The bidder obtaining the highest number of total points will be awarded the contract. 3.2 Preference points shall be calculated after prices have been brought to a comparative basis taking into account all factors of non-firm prices and all unconditional discounts;. 3.3 Points scored must be rounded off to the nearest 2 decimal places. 3.4 In the event that two or more bids have scored equal total points, the successful bid must be the one scoring the highest number of preference points for B-BBEE. 3.5 However, when functionality is part of the evaluation process and two or more bids have scored equal points including equal preference points for B-BBEE, the successful bid must be the one scoring the highest score for functionality. 3.6 Should two or more bids be equal in all respects, the award shall be decided by the drawing of lots. 4. POINTS AWARDED FOR PRICE 4.1 THE 80/20 OR 90/10 PREFERENCE POINT SYSTEMS A maximum of 80 or 90 points is allocated for price on the following basis: 80/20 or 90/10 ļ£« Pt − P min ļ£¶ ļ£« Pt − P min ļ£¶ Ps = 80ļ£¬1 − ļ£·orPs = 90ļ£¬1 ļ£· P min ļ£ø P min ļ£ø ļ£ ļ£ Where Ps = Points scored for comparative price of bid under consideration Pt = Comparative price of bid under consideration Pmin = Comparative price of lowest acceptable bid BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 39 5. Points awarded for B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution 5.1 In terms of Regulation 5 (2) and 6 (2) of the Preferential Procurement Regulations, preference points must be awarded to a bidder for attaining the B-BBEE status level of contribution in accordance with the table below: B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor Number of points (90/10 system) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Non-compliant contributor 5.2 10 9 8 5 4 3 2 1 0 Number of points (80/20 system) 20 18 16 12 8 6 4 2 0 Bidders who qualify as EMEs in terms of the B-BBEE Act must submit a certificate issued by an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the CCA or a Verification Agency accredited by SANAS or a Registered Auditor. Registered auditors do not need to meet the prerequisite for IRBA’s approval for the purpose of conducting verification and issuing EMEs with B-BBEE Status Level Certificates. 5.3 Bidders other than EMEs must submit their original and valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate or a certified copy thereof, substantiating their B-BBEE rating issued by a Registered Auditor approved by IRBA or a Verification Agency accredited by SANAS. 5.4 A trust, consortium or joint venture, will qualify for points for their B-BBEE status level as a legal entity, provided that the entity submits their B-BBEE status level certificate. 5.5 A trust, consortium or joint venture will qualify for points for their B-BBEE status level as an unincorporated entity, provided that the entity submits their consolidated B-BBEE scorecard as if they were a group structure and that such a consolidated B-BBEE scorecard is prepared for every separate bid. 5.6 Tertiary institutions and public entities will be required to submit their B-BBEE status level certificates in terms of the specialized scorecard contained in the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice. 5.7 A person will not be awarded points for B-BBEE status level if it is indicated in the bid documents that such a bidder intends sub-contracting more than 25% of the value of the contract to any other enterprise that does not qualify for at least the points that such a bidder qualifies for, unless the intended subcontractor is an EME that has the capability and ability to execute the sub-contract. 5.8 A person awarded a contract may not sub-contract more than 25% of the value of the contract to any other enterprise that does not have an equal or higher B-BBEE status level than the person concerned, unless the contract is sub-contracted to an EME that has the capability and ability to execute the sub-contract. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 40 6. BID DECLARATION 6.1 Bidders who claim points in respect of B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution must complete the following: B-BBEE STATUS LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION CLAIMED IN TERMS OF PARAGRAPHS 1.3.1.2 AND 5.1 7. 7.1 B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution: (maximum of 10 or 20 points) (Points claimed in respect of paragraph 7.1 must be in accordance with the table reflected in paragraph 5.1 and must be substantiated by means of a B-BBEE certificate issued by a Verification Agency accredited by SANAS or a Registered Auditor approved by IRBA or an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the CCA). 8 SUB-CONTRACTING 8.1 Will any portion of the contract be sub-contracted? 8.1.1 If yes, indicate: (i) what percentage of the contract will be subcontracted? ............…………….…% (ii) the name of the sub-contractor? ……………………………………………….. (iii) the B-BBEE status level of the sub-contractor? ………………………….. (iv) whether the sub-contractor is an EME? YES / NO (delete which is not applicable) 9. DECLARATION WITH REGARD TO COMPANY/FIRM 9.1 Name of company/firm :.......................................................................................... 9.2 VAT registration number :......................................................................................... 9.3 : 9.4 Company registration number :………………………………………………………………. YES / NO TYPE OF COMPANY/ FIRM Partnership/Joint Venture / Consortium One person business/sole propriety Close corporation Company (Pty) Limited [TICK APPLICABLE BOX] 9.5 DESCRIBE PRINCIPAL BUSINESS ACTIVITIES ………….................................................................................................................................................... ………………............................................................................................................................................. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 41 9.6 COMPANY CLASSIFICATION Manufacturer Supplier Professional service provider Other service providers, e.g. transporter, etc. [TICK APPLICABLE BOX] 9.7 MUNICIPAL INFORMATION Municipality where business is situated…………………………………………………………… Registered Account Number………………………………………………………………………… Stand Number………………………………………………………………………………… 9.8 TOTAL NUMBER OF YEARS THE COMPANY/FIRM HAS BEEN IN BUSINESS? ……………. 9.9 I/we, the undersigned, who is / are duly authorised to do so on behalf of the company/firm, certify that the points claimed, based on the B-BBE status level of contribution indicated in paragraph 7 of the foregoing certificate, qualifies the company/ firm for the preference(s) shown and I / we acknowledge that: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) The information furnished is true and correct; The preference points claimed are in accordance with the General Conditions as indicated in paragraph 1 of this form. In the event of a contract being awarded as a result of points claimed as shown in paragraph 7, the contractor may be required to furnish documentary proof to the satisfaction of the purchaser that the claims are correct; If the B-BBEE status level of contribution has been claimed or obtained on a fraudulent basis or any of the conditions of contract have not been fulfilled, the purchaser may, in addition to any other remedy it may have – (a) disqualify the person from the bidding process; (b) recover costs, losses or damages it has incurred or suffered as a result of that person’s conduct; (c) cancel the contract and claim any damages which it has suffered as a result of having to make less favorable arrangements due to such cancellation; (d) restrict the bidder or contractor, its shareholders and directors, or only the shareholders and directors who acted on a fraudulent basis, from obtaining business from any organ of state for a period not exceeding 10 years, after the audi alteram partem (hear the other side) rule has been applied; and forward the matter for criminal prosecution WITNESSES: 1. ……………………………………… ...................................................... SIGNATURE (S) OF BIDDER(S) BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 42 NAME OF BIDDING ENTITY …………………………………….. EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY QUOTATION NUMBER: .....GEQ.MI.08.195.... DECLARATION OF BIDDER’S PAST SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES 1 This Municipal Bidding Document must form part of all bids invited. 2 It serves as a declaration to be used by municipalities and municipal entities in ensuring that when goods and services are being procured, all reasonable steps are taken to combat the abuse of the supply chain management system. 3 The bid of any bidder may be rejected if that bidder, or any of its directors have: a. abused the municipality’s / municipal entity’s supply chain management system or committed any improper conduct in relation to such system; b. been convicted for fraud or corruption during the past five years; c. willfully neglected, reneged on or failed to comply with any government, municipal or other public sector contract during the past five years; or d. been listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters in terms of section 29 of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (No 12 of 2004). 4 Item 4.1 In order to give effect to the above, the following questionnaire must be completed and submitted with the bid. Question Is the bidder or any of its directors listed on the National Yes No Yes No Treasury’s database as a company or person prohibited from doing business with the public sector? (Companies or persons who are listed on this database were informed in writing of this restriction by the National Treasury after the audi alteram partem rule was applied). 4.1.1 If so, furnish particulars: BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 43 4.2 Is the bidder or any of its directors listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters in terms of section 29 of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (No 12 of 2004)? Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No (To access this Register enter the National Treasury’s website, www.treasury.gov.za, click on the icon “Register for Tender Defaulters” or submit your written request for a hard copy of the Register to facsimile number (012) 3265445). 4.2.1 If so, furnish particulars: 4.3 Was the bidder or any of its directors convicted by a court of law (including a court of law outside the Republic of South Africa) for fraud or corruption during the past five years? 4.3.1 If so, furnish particulars: Item Question 4.4 Does the bidder or any of its directors owe any municipal rates and taxes or municipal charges to the municipality / municipal entity, or to any other municipality / municipal entity, that is in arrears for more than three months? 4.4.1 If so, furnish particulars: 4.5 Was any contract between the bidder and the municipality / municipal entity or any other organ of state terminated during the past five years on account of failure to perform on or comply with the contract? 4.7.1 If so, furnish particulars: BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 44 CERTIFICATION I, THE UNDERSIGNED (FULL NAME) …………..……………………………..………………………… CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION FURNISHED ON THIS DECLARATION FORM TRUE AND CORRECT. I ACCEPT THAT, IN ADDITION TO CANCELLATION OF A CONTRACT, ACTION MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST ME SHOULD THIS DECLARATION PROVE TO BE FALSE. ………………………………………... ………………………….. Signature Date …………………………………… Position Name of Bidder BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… ………………………………………..……….. 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 45 MBD 9 NAME OF BIDDER:......................................................................................... EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY QUOTATION NUMBER: .....GEQ.MI.08.195.... CERTIFICATE OF INDEPENDENT BID DETERMINATION (MBD 9) 1 This Form “I“ must form part of all bids¹ invited. 2 Section 4 (1) (b) (iii) of the Competition Act No. 89 of 1998, as amended, prohibits an agreement between, or concerted practice by, firms, or a decision by an association of firms, if it is between parties in a horizontal relationship and if it involves collusive bidding (or bid rigging).² Collusive bidding is a pe se prohibition meaning that it cannot be justified under any grounds. 3 Municipal Supply Regulation 38 (1) prescribes that a supply chain management policy must provide measures for the combating of abuse of the supply chain management system, and must enable the accounting officer, among others, to: a. take all reasonable steps to prevent such abuse; b. reject the bid of any bidder if that bidder or any of its directors has abused the supply chain management system of the municipality or municipal entity or has committed any improper conduct in relation to such system; and c. cancel a contract awarded to a person if the person committed any corrupt or fraudulent act during the bidding process or the execution of the contract. 4 This Form “I“ serves as a certificate of declaration that would be used by institutions to ensure that, when bids are considered, reasonable steps are taken to prevent any form of bid-rigging. 5 In order to give effect to the above, the attached Certificate of Bid Determination must be completed and submitted with the bid: ¹ Includes price quotations, advertised competitive bids, limited bids and proposals. ² Bid rigging (or collusive bidding) occurs when businesses, that would otherwise be expected to compete, secretly conspire to raise prices or lower the quality of goods and / or services for purchasers who wish to acquire goods and / or services through a bidding process. Bid rigging is, therefore, an agreement between competitors not to compete. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 46 NAME OF BIDDER:........................................................................................................................... CERTIFICATE OF INDEPENDENT BID DETERMINATION (MBD 9) I, the undersigned, in submitting the accompanying bid: ______________________________________________________________________ (Bid Number and Description) in response to the invitation for the bid made by: EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY (Name of Municipality / Municipal Entity) do hereby make the following statements that I certify to be true and complete in every respect: I certify, on behalf of: __________________________________________________ that: (Name of Bidder) 1. I have read and I understand the contents of this Certificate; 2. I understand that the accompanying bid will be disqualified if this Certificate is found not to be true and complete in every respect; 3. I am authorized by the bidder to sign this Certificate, and to submit the accompanying bid, on behalf of the bidder; 4. Each person whose signature appears on the accompanying bid has been authorized by the bidder to determine the terms of, and to sign, the bid, on behalf of the bidder; 5. For the purposes of this Certificate and the accompanying bid, I understand that the word “competitor” shall include any individual or organization, other than the bidder, whether or not affiliated with the bidder, who: (a) (b) (c) has been requested to submit a bid in response to this bid invitation; could potentially submit a bid in response to this bid invitation, based on their qualifications, abilities or experience; and provides the same goods and services as the bidder and/or is in the same line of business as the bidder 6. The bidder has arrived at the accompanying bid independently from, and without consultation, communication, agreement or arrangement with any competitor. However communication between partners in a joint venture or consortium³ will not be construed as collusive bidding. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 47 ³ Joint venture or Consortium means an association of persons for the purpose of combining their expertise, property, capital, efforts, skill and knowledge in an activity for the execution of a contract. 7. In particular, without limiting the generality of paragraphs 6 above, there has been no consultation, communication, agreement or arrangement with any competitor regarding: (a) prices; (b) geographical area where product or service will be rendered (market allocation) (c) methods, factors or formulas used to calculate prices; (d) the intention or decision to submit or not to submit, a bid; (e) the submission of a bid which does not meet the specifications and conditions of the bid; or (f) bidding with the intention not to win the bid. 8. In addition, there have been no consultations, communications, agreements or arrangements with any competitor regarding the quality, quantity, specifications and conditions or delivery particulars of the products or services to which this bid invitation relates. 9. The terms of the accompanying bid have not been, and will not be, disclosed by the bidder, directly or indirectly, to any competitor, prior to the date and time of the official bid opening or of the awarding of the contract. 10. I am aware that, in addition and without prejudice to any other remedy provided to combat any restrictive practices related to bids and contracts, bids that are suspicious will be reported to the Competition Commission for investigation and possible imposition of administrative penalties in terms of section 59 of the Competition Act No. 89 of 1998 and or may be reported to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) for criminal investigation and or may be restricted from conducting business with the public sector for a period not exceeding ten (10) years in terms of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act No. 12 of 2004 or any other applicable legislation. ………………………………………………… Signature ………………………………… Date …………………………………………………. Position ………………………………… Name of Bidder BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 48 ANNEXURE “B” EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY (EMM) QUOTATION PROCUREMENT FORM ABOVE R30 000 UP TO R200 000 (VAT INCLUDED) 1. All quotations received will be evaluated on the 80/20 point scoring basis. The 80 points will be for Price and 20 points are for Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) for attaining the BBBEE Status level contribution in accordance with the table below: • MBD 4: Declaration of interest • MBD 6.1: B-BBEE Status level of Contribution. • MBD 6.3: Promotion of SMME • MBD 8: Declaration of bidders past supply management practices • MBD 9: Certificate of Independent bid determination If the MBD forms are not completed & submitted, your quotation will be rejected. • No quotation will be considered from persons in the service of the state (MBD4). • As from the 7 December 2011, all Service providers/contractors must submit valid, certified copies of their BEE certificate from an accredited BEE verification agency with their bid submission. Failure to submit will lead to forfeiture (loss) of the preference points. • In the instance of Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME) (turn over less than R 5m) a letter from a professional, registered accountant/ auditor in order to qualify for preference points. • Electronic (e-mailed or faxed) quotations are not accepted. • Failure to submit a BEE certificate will lead to forfeiture (loss) of the preference points. In the instance of Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME) (turn over less than R 5m) a letter from a professional, registered accountant/auditor in order to qualify for preference points. ADJUDICATION OF BIDS Bids are adjudicated in terms of EMM Supply Chain Management Policy, and the following framework is provided as a guideline in this regard. 1. Technical adjudication and General Criteria Bids will be adjudicated in terms of inter alia: • Compliance with bid conditions • Technical specifications If the bid does not comply with the bid conditions or technical specifications, the bid shall be rejected. See page 3 for examples. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 49 2. Infrastructure and resources available Evaluation of the following in terms of the size, nature and complexity of goods and/or services required: 3. • Physical facilities • Plant and equipment available for the contract owned by the bidder • Plant and equipment the bidder intends renting, should the contract be awarded to him. Size of enterprise, and current workload Evaluation of the bid’s position in terms of: 4. • Previous and expected current annual turnover • Current contractual obligations • Capacity to execute the contract Staffing profile Evaluation of the bid’s position in terms of: • 5. Staff available for this contract being bidded for • Qualifications and experience of key staff to be utilised on this contract. Previous experience Evaluation of the bid’s position in terms of his previous experience. Emphasis will be placed on the following: 6. • Experience in the relevant technical field • Experience of contracts of similar size • Some or all of the references will be contacted to obtain their input. Financial ability to execute the contract Evaluation of the bid’s financial ability to execute the contract. Emphasis will be placed on the following: • Surety proposed • Estimate cash flow Contact the bid’s bank manager to assess the bidder’s financial ability to execute the contract and the bidder hereby grants his consent for this purpose. Good standing with SA Revenue Service • 7. Establish whether a valid original tax clearance certificate or copy thereof has been submitted with the Bid document on closing date of the bid. If no such Certificate or copy thereof has been submitted, the bid must be rejected. If a valid original tax clearance certificate has not been submitted, the bidder must be requested in writing and in the standard format approved by the Executive Director: Legal & Administration, to submit a valid original tax clearance certificate by a specific date and at a specific venue. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 50 The bidder must affix a valid original Tax Clearance Certificate or copy thereof, to the last page of the bid document If the bid does not meet the requirements contained in the EMM Supply Chain Management Policy, and the mentioned framework, it shall be rejected by the Municipality, and may not subsequently be made acceptable by correction or withdrawal of the non-conforming deviation or reservation. 8.3 Total Bid Adjudication Points The total number of bid adjudication points awarded, is the sum of: Bid price points + meeting specific goals points (not to exceed 100) 9. Penalties The City Manager must act in terms of paragraph 15 of the Preferential Procurement Policy Regulations 2001, as published on 10 August 2001, against the person awarded the contract upon detecting that a preference in terms of the Preferential Procurement Policy has been obtained on a fraudulent basis, or any specified goals are not attained in the performance of the contract. Regulation 15 of the Preferential Procurement Policy provides as follows: “15 (1) in (3) An organ of state must, upon detecting that a preference in terms of the Act and these regulations has been obtained on a fraudulent basis, or any specified goals are not attained the performance of the contract, act against the person awarded the contract. An organ of state may, in addition to any other remedy it may have against the person contemplated in sub-regulations (1) – (a) recover all costs, losses or damages it has incurred or suffered as a result of that person’s conduct; (b) cancel the contract and claim any damages which it has suffered as a result of having to make less favourable arrangements due to such cancellation; (c) impose a financial penalty more severe than the theoretical financial preference associated with the claim which was made in the tender; and (d) restrict the contractor, its shareholders and directors from obtaining business from any organ of state for a period not exceeding 10 years. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 51 GENERAL INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE BIDDER: (SHOULD THE INFORMATION REQUIRED ON THIS FORM NOT DULY BE SUPPLIED, THIS BID WILL BE REJECTED) 1. Name of bidding entity: 2. Contact details Address _____________________________________________________________ : _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ 3. Tel no : (________)____________________________________________________ Fax no : (________)____________________________________________________ E-mail address : _____________________________________________________________ Legal entity: Mark with an X. Sole proprietor Partnership Close corporation Company (Pty) Ltd Joint venture In the case of a Joint venture, provide details on joint venture members: Joint venture member BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. Type of entity (as defined above) EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 52 NAME OF BIDDER:..................................................................................................... 4. 5. 6. Income tax reference number: (COMPULSORY) (In the case of a joint venture, provide for all joint venture members) ____________________________ _________________________ ____________________________ _________________________ VAT registration number (COMPULSORY): (In the case of a joint venture, provide for all joint venture members) ____________________________ _________________________ ____________________________ _________________________ Company or closed corporation registration number (COMPULSORY): (In the case of a joint venture, provide for all joint venture members) ____________________________ 7. _________________________ ____________________________ _________________________ Municipal rates and taxes or service charges account numbers of bidding entities OR its directors / members (COMPULSORY) (ATTACH LATEST STATEMENT/S) (In the case of a joint venture, provide for all joint venture members) ACCOUNT NUMBERS LOCAL AUTHORITY ___________________ __________________ 8. Details of proprietor, partners, closed corporation members, or company directors, indicating technical qualifications where applicable (Form on the next page). 9. For joint ventures the following must be attached: • • • Written authority of each JV partner, for authorized signatory. The joint venture agreement. The major partner to satisfy at least 40 percent of the turnover and credit amount criteria, and each other partner at least 25 percent of the criteria. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED PERSON DATE : : ……………………………………………………… BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… ……………………………………………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 53 DETAILS OF PROPRIETOR, PARTNERS, CLOSED CORPORATION MEMBERS OR COMPANY DIRECTORS (In the event of a joint venture, to be completed by all joint venture partners) Name and Surname Identity Number Members or Directors Tax Reference Number HDI % FEMALE % DISABLE % YOUTH % EMM BASED YES BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. NO 54 DETAILS OF BIDDING ENTITY’S BANK If the bidder is a Joint Venture or partnership, the information requested below is required for each member / partner. I/We hereby authorize the Employer/Engineer to approach all or any of the following banks for the purposes of obtaining a financial reference: DESCRIPTION OF BANK DETAIL BANK DETAILS APPLICABLE TO BIDDER Name of bank Contact person Branch name Branch code Street address Postal address Telephone number ( ) Fax number ( ) Account number Type of account, (i.e. cheque account) BIDDER’S TAX DETAILS Bidder’s VAT vendor registration number: ........................................................................................... Bidder’s SARS tax reference number: ................................................................................................. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 55 AUTHORITY FOR SIGNATORY All signatories, excluding sole proprietors, shall confirm their authority by attaching to the last page of this bid a duly signed and dated original or certified copy of the relevant resolution of their meeting of members or their board of directors, as the case may be, or by completing one of the following: 1: COMPANIES / CLOSE CORPORATIONS EXAMPLE SHOWN BELOW "By resolution of the board of directors or meeting of members passed on 2006________________, 15 January Mr A. APPLE_____________ has been duly authorised to sign all documents in connection with the Bid for Contract number RTCW 10/2006 and any Contract, which may arise there from on behalf of the Bidding Entity, namely, “ABCD (PTY) LTD” SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE BIDDING ENTITY: NAME: B.J. JONES____________ SIGNATURE: _______________________ IN HIS/HERS CAPACITY AS: DIRECTOR / MEMBER DATE: 15 January 2006 AUTHORISED PERSON’S SPECIMEN SIGNATURE: _SIGNATURE OF A. APPLE___ AUTHORISED PERSON’S SPECIMEN INITIAL __INITIAL OF A. APPLE______ *AND/OR __________________(SIGNATURE)__________(INITIAL) *AND/OR__________________ (SIGNATURE)__________(INITIAL) * DELETE WHICH IS NOT APPLICABLE AS WITNESS: 1. B. XABA BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 56 NAME OF BIDDER:.................................................................................................................................. PLEASE TURN OVER FOR FORM TO BE COMPLETED AUTHORITY FOR SIGNATORY 1: COMPANIES / CLOSE CORPORATIONS FORM TO BE COMPLETED "By resolution of the board of directors or ____________________________________________ , meeting of members passed on (Mr/Me.).____________________________________ has been duly authorised to sign all documents in connection with the Bid for Contract number______________________ and any Contract, which may arise there from on behalf of the Bidding namely,______________________________________________________ SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE BIDDING ENTITY: NAME: Entity, ______________________ SIGNATURE: _______________________ IN HIS/HERS CAPACITY AS: _____________________________ DATE: _____________________________ AUTHORISED PERSON’S SPECIMEN SIGNATURE: ___________________________ AUTHORISED PERSON’S SPECIMEN INITIAL ___________________________ *AND/OR __________________(SIGNATURE)__________(INITIAL) *AND/OR__________________ (SIGNATURE)__________(INITIAL) *AND/OR____________________ * DELETE WHICH IS NOT APPLICABLE AS WITNESS: 1. ______________________ BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 57 2: JOINT VENTURE / CONSORTIUM / PARTNESHIP : EXAMPLE SHOWN BELOW We, the undersigned are submitting this bid and hereby authorize Mr. B. BROOK, to sign all documents in connection with the bid for Contract number RTCW 10/2006 and any contract resulting from it on our behalf. NAME OF FIRMS ADDRESS, TEL. NO., FAX. NO. Name of Firm no1 P.O. Box 111 Springs 1560 DULY AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY Signature:……………………………..……. Name:………………………........................ Designation:………………………………… Name of Firm no 2 Address of 2nd Firm Signature:……………………………..…… . Name:………………………....................... . Designation:………………………………… Name of Firm no 3 Address of 3rd Firm Signature:……………………………..……. Name:………………………....................... . Designation:………………………………… Name of Firm no 4 Address of 4TH Firm Signature:……………………………..…… Name:………………………....................... Designation:………………………………… Name of Firm no 5 Address of 5TH Firm Signature:……………………………..……. Name:………………………........................ Designation:………………………………… SPECIMEN SIGNATURES AND INITIALS OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN ALL DOCUMENTATION 1.___________________________(SIGNITURE)__________________(INITIAL) 2.___________________________(SIGNITURE)__________________(INITIAL) DATE: _______________________ AS WITNESS: 1. ______________________ _____________________________________________________________ PLEASE TURN OVER FOR FORM TO BE COMPLETED AUTHORITY FOR SIGNATORY BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 58 2: JOINT VENTURE / CONSORTIUM / PARTNERSHIP FORM TO BE COMPLETED We, the undersigned are submitting this bid and hereby authorize 1)____________________, 2)_________________________, 3)_____________________________ to sign all documents in connection with the bid for Contract number ______________________________ and any contract resulting from it on our behalf. NAME OF FIRMS ADDRESS, TEL. NO.,FAX. NO. ADDRESS__________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ TEL. NO. __________________ FAX. NO.__________________ ADDRESS__________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ TEL. NO. __________________ FAX. NO.__________________ ADDRESS__________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ TEL. NO. __________________ FAX. NO.__________________ ADDRESS__________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ TEL. NO. __________________ FAX. NO.__________________ ADDRESS__________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ TEL. NO. __________________ FAX. NO.__________________ DULY AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY Signature:……………………………..……. Name:………………………........................ Designation:………………………………… Signature:……………………………..…… . Name:………………………....................... . Designation:………………………………… Signature:……………………………..……. Name:………………………....................... . Designation:………………………………… Signature:……………………………..…… Name:………………………....................... Designation:………………………………… Signature:……………………………..……. Name:………………………........................ Designation:………………………………… SPECIMEN SIGNATURES AND INITIALS OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN ALL DOCUMENTATION 1.___________________________(SIGNITURE)__________________(INITIAL) 2.___________________________(SIGNITURE)__________________(INITIAL) 3.___________________________(SIGNITURE)__________________(INITIAL) DATE: _______________________ AS WITNESS: 1. ______________________ BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 59 JOINT VENTURE INFORMATION (Complete only if applicable) The parties hereto form a Joint Venture for the purpose of jointly bidding and obtaining the award of contract for…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… … \(hereinafter called the “Project”) and of jointly performing such contract under joint and several responsibility . The share of the partners in the Joint Venture shall be : Full Name and address of Lead enterprise …………………………………………………………….. ………% ……………………………………………………………… Full Name and address of 2nd enterprise ……………………………………………………………. ………..% …………………………………………………………….. Full Name and address of 3rd enterprise ……………………………………………………………. ………..% …………………………………………………………….. The Lead Partner is hereby authorised to incur liabilities, receive instructions, payments, sign all documents in connection with the bid, and to be responsible for the entire execution and administration of the contract for and on behalf of the partners. The parties hereto shall make available to the Joint Venture the technical advice and benefit of their individual experience and shall, in all other respects, endeavour to share the responsibility and burden of the performance of the Joint Venture. To this end the parties hereto shall share, in the above proportions, in all risks and obligations arising out of or in connection with the Contract, especially in the provisions of all necessary working capital and guarantees, in profit and loss and personnel. The Lead Partners shall supply, in its name, Professional Liability Insurance for the amount and period as stated in the Contract Data. The Joint Venture may not be terminated by any of the parties hereto until either: The contract has been awarded to another bidder or The work undertaken by the Joint Venture under the contract has been completed and all liabilities and claims incurred by and made by the Joint Venture have been settled, the bid is cancelled or the period of validity of bid extended. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 60 No party to the Agreement shall be entitled to sell, assign or in any manner encumber or transfer its interest or any part thereof in the Joint Venture without obtaining the prior written consent of the other party hereto. The Parties of the Joint Venture shall cooperate on an exclusive basis. No Party shall during the validity period of the bid submit a bid to or enter into a Contract with the EMM or any other party for the Project, either alone or in collaboration with a third party. Authorised Signature Lead Partner……………………………………………. Name …………………………………………….. Designation ……………………………………………. Signed at……………………………………… on ……………………………………….. Authorised Signature of 2nd Partner……………………………………………. Name …………………………………………….. Designation ……………………………………………. Signed at……………………………………… on ……………………………………….. Authorised Signature of 3rd Partner……………………………………………. Name …………………………………………….. Designation ……………………………………………. Signed at……………………………………… on ……………………………………….. ALL SIGNATORIES SHALL CONFIRM THEIR AUTHORITY BY ATTACHING TO THE LAST PAGE OF THE BID, ORIGINAL OR CERTIFIED COPIES OF DATED AND SIGNED RESOLUTIONS OF THE MEMBERS/DIRECTORS/PARTNERS AS THE CASE MAY BE.) BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 61 GENERAL CRITERIA Provide information on the following: Infrastructure and resources available Physical facilities Description Address Area (m²) Plant / Equipment Provide information on plant / equipment that you have available for this project. Attach details if the space provided is not enough. Description : Owned Plant / Equipment BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. Number of units EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 62 Description : Owned Plant / Equipment (continued) Number of units Description : Hired Plant / Equipment Number of units Description : Plant / Equipment to be purchased Number of units BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 63 Size of enterprise and current workload What was your turnover in the previous financial year? R What is the estimated turnover for your current financial year? R List your current contracts and obligations Description Value (R) Start date Duration Expected completion date Do you have the capacity to supply the goods and services described in this bid, should the contract be awarded to you? ____________________________________________________________________________ BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 64 Staffing Profile Provide information on the staff that you have available to execute this contract (attach a separate list if the space provided is insufficient) Own staff : gender and race Number of staff Staff to be employed for the project : gender and race Number of staff BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 65 Proposed Key Personnel Provide information on key staff you intend utilising on this contract, should it be awarded to you. (In case of engineering construction projects key staff is defined as staff of foreman level and above) Name and Surname Position in your organisation Qualifications BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. Experience EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. HDI status (Y/N) 66 Previous experience Provide the following information on relevant previous experience (indicate specifically projects of similar or larger size and/or which is similar with regard to type of work. No points will be awarded if reference cannot be reached or if it refuses to supply information. Description Value (R, VAT excluded) BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. Year(s) executed Reference Name Organisation EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. Tel no 67 COMPULSORY SITE INSPECTIONS / INFORMATION / CLARIFICATION MEETINGS Where Compulsory Site Inspections and Compulsory Information, Briefing or Clarification Meetings are to be held, it shall be subject to the following conditions: 1. Necessity for Compulsory Site Inspection and Compulsory Information / Briefing / Clarification Meetings Compulsory Inspections / Meetings must only be held where the nature of the contract is such that it requires either an inspection of a site or a briefing session. The Bid Specification Committee should indicate to the Tender Office that such a compulsory inspection or briefing is regarded as a necessity. 2. Attendance Register An attendance register of potential bidders and the firms they represent shall be kept and signed by attendees. A copy of such Attendance Register shall immediately after the inspection/briefing be sent to the Tender Office. 3. Confirmation Notes of Inspection/Briefing Sessions Confirmation Notes of the Compulsory Inspection or Briefing Session shall be held by or on behalf of the contact person of the Department for whom the Bid is being advertised. A copy of the notes shall be sent to each firm that was represented at the inspection/meeting as soon as possible after the inspection or meeting and before the closing date of the bid. A copy of the notes shall also be sent to the Tender Office. The relevant Department will ensure that the notes are submitted to the Bid Evaluation Committee and to the Bid Adjudication Committee. 4. Bid Documents The bid documentation shall clearly state that where the inspection of a site or the attendance of a briefing session is compulsory, non-attendance thereof will lead to the disqualification of the bidder in question. The bid documentation shall further clearly state that if bid documents are obtained after the compulsory briefing session or site inspection, it will only be made available to firms that were represented at the meeting. The mere fact that a firm that was not represented at a compulsory meeting, but nevertheless submitted to the municipality a set of bidding documents, should not be construed as creating any expectations that a bid will be considered by the Municipality. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 68 NAME OF BIDDING ENTITY ………………………………………………………. FORM “G” EKURHULENI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY CONTRACT NUMBER … …GEQ.MI.08.195……….. (DESCRIPTION) DECLARATION FOR MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS MUST BE COMPLETED FOR THIS BID Declaration in terms of paragraph 38(1)(d)(i) of the Supply Chain Management Policy of the EMM, irrespective of the contract value of the bid: NB: Please note that this declaration must be completed by ALL bidders (i). I, the undersigned hereby declare that the signatory to this tender document; is duly authorised and further declare: (ii) that at the closing date of the bid, no municipal rates and taxes or municipal service charges owed by the bidder or any of its directors/members to the EMM, or to any other municipality or municipal entity, are in arrears for more than three (3) months. (iii). I acknowledge that should it be found that any municipal rates and taxes or municipal charges as set out in (i) above are in arrears for more than three (3) months, the bid will be rejected and the EMM may take such remedial action as is required, including the rejection of the bid and/or termination of the contract. (iv) I further declare that copies of any rates and taxes or municipal service charges account/s, will be submitted to the EMM to its satisfaction, PRIOR to the commencement with the service/work but not later than 14 days after having been informed of the acceptance of the bid; and that (v) I declare that if the bid is awarded to the bidding entity, any moneys due to the bidding entity for services/goods rendered shall be utilised to offset any monies due to a municipality or a municipal entity. (vi) The following account/s of the bidding entity has reference: Municipality Account number ................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................ (NB: If insufficient space above, please submit on a separate page) BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 69 PLEASE NOTE further that if no municipal rates and taxes or municipal charges are payable by the bidding entity, indicate the reason/s for that in the space below by means of a tick next in the relevant block, Bidding entities who operate from informal settlements Bidding entities who operate from a property owned by a director / member / partner Bidding entities who operate from somebody else’s property Bidding entities who rent premises from a landlord Other (Please specify) Signed at.............................……this..............day of………………............... 20… Name of Duly Authorised Signatory: (Please print)................................................ Authorised Signature: .................................................... As witness: 1. 2. …............................................................... .................................................................. BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 70 Government Gazette, 26 November 2003 PLEASE REMEMBER: • TO ATTACH A VALID ORIGINAL TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE OR COPY THEREOF • TO ATTACH A VALID ORIGINAL BEE CERTIFICATE OR EXEMPTED MICRO ENTERPRISE LETTER FROM ACCOUNTING FIRM OR COPY THEREOF • IN THE CASE OF A JOINT VENTURE, THE VALID ORIGINAL TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE OR COPY/IES THEREOF, OF EACH PARTNER, MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BID DOCUMENT • IN THE CASE OF A JOINT VENTURE, COPIES OF MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS NOT OLDER THAN THREE (03) MONTHS OF EACH PARTNER, MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BID DOCUMENT ATTACH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO THE LAST PAGE OF YOUR BID DOCUMENT BIDDER: Initial: Authorized Signatory/ies 1).…………………. Witness: …………………… 2)………………….. EMM: Initial: EMM………..………. 71