5 Jun 2017

Did you know #DYK: Who is Managing a Project? General Project Manager Duties

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Who is Managing a Project? General Project Manager Duties

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I believe that a Project Manager is a key member of the Professional Team. They are responsible for the delivery of a project, reaching and achieving set goals and targets correctly and safely.

From the research that I have done, I have come to the conclusion that Project Managers have a lot of responsibility, not to mention stress, as they are responsible for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure of a project.

 

Project Manager’s possible duties include:

 

1. Planning

To plan the successful delivery of a project. They would need to plan, design, analyse, evaluate the goals and objectives to determine how to deliver a project effectively and efficiently. They need to know all the projects details and requirements.

To plan tight time schedules and strict budgets that must be adhered to.

To plan visits or set up meetings with existing, new and potential clients to ensure these relationships are beneficial as well as well-maintained throughout the project process or contract.

Another requirement is Resource & Construction Strategy Planning.

 

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2. Managing and Communicating

Managing their team and day to day activities. This includes ensuring the right material arrives on site before required, to be prepared as well as relaying the work activities, objectives and ethics to their colleagues. They need to relay the objectives of the project, scope of works and job role i.e. what is expected of them. General Management skills.

When delays or problems are encountered – which we know happens – then it is up to the Project Manager to be ready to lead the way and make the necessary decisions to get the project back on track and moving forward again. They need to manage a set of service deliveries that needs to be achieved on time and on schedule.

Project Managers should also be able to resolved conflict, whether this be onsite between the service teams, with other entities or the public. They need to show initiative and overcome any obstacles by finding a suitable way to adapt to certain situations to provide successful solutions with a successful outcome.

They should be able to command authority naturally while looking after their team, encouraging and supporting them. Be the team and project leader, keeping communication lines open whilst ensuring the team engage in project work.

Monitoring project progress and performance

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3. Reporting, Recording and Liaising

Reporting on the progress of the project to various management members and client advising them how far along the project is, if this is progressing well and as planned. They need to inform them if deadlines are being met (or not) and if the program is still on track. Project Managers need to report any delays or extension of time or any project hiccups. Meeting checkpoints and financial reporting is imperative. This report is not once off, it is constant feedback to keep the client up to date with the current status of the project.

They need to define milestones and produce reports to the team. This is done at agreed intervals to inform the service team of where they are currently and what actions need to be taken, again keeping communication open.

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4. Co-ordinating

Co-ordinating the team which includes staff training and support

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5. Financing

Setting up the budgets, estimates, costs and construction timetable and developing a budget for the client.

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6. Staffing

Sometimes, however not in all cases, it is the duty of the Project Manager to appoint sub contractors and contractors for the project. The Project Manager is accountable for the team he chooses and could be asked to motivate why he chose a particular company or professional.

They need to select and put together the best team for the job, this not only includes selecting a tea, but also training the team towards the companies core values.

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7. Compliance

Ensuring that the project complies with the building codes, regularity or legal requirements.

Deliverables should be tested at each milestones to ensure that they are correct and meet the requirements

Quality control

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I hope this has given you more insight into the Project Manager’s possible duties, responsibilities, role in the project and what their workload is like.

 

Sources:

https://www.villanovau.com/resources/project-management/project-management-tips/#.WS0p6zclGG9

http://99u.com/articles/6946/top-10-characteristics-of-great-project-managers

https://resources.workable.com/construction-project-manager-job-description

http://www.sprojm.org.sg/about-roles

http://www.aproplan.com/blog/news/10-key-responsibilities-of-a-construction-project-manager

http://work.chron.com/duties-responsibilities-construction-project-manager-12731.html

https://jobs.telegraph.co.uk/article/construction-project-manager-job-description/

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About Michelle Crosby

I started my journey at Leads 2 Business in the Directory Department in 2012. I was then promoted to the Private Projects Department in 2014 and was recently promoted to Projects HOD this year.

2 Jun 2017

Industry Events: Cleantex Pulire + MTE Phalaborwa Mining & Industrial Exhibition + MTE Rustenburg Mining Exhibition

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1. Event:

Cleantex Pulire

 

Date:

12 June 2017 – 14 June 2017

 

Event location:

Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, Johannesburg

 

Event Description:

The International trade show in Africa showcasing all sectors of the Professional cleaning and hygiene industry

 

Contact:

Tel: +27 (0)11 238 7848

Mobile: +27(0)11 72 611 1959

E-mail: info@cleantex.co.za

 

Event Website:

Cleantex Pulire

 

 

2. Event:

MTE Phalaborwa Mining & Industrial Exhibition

 

Date:

06 June 2017

 

Event location:

Laerskool Phalaborwa Noord, Phalaborwa, Limpopo

 

Event Description:

Focused mining exhibition covering all sections of the mining process (Mining, Engineering, Processing). Over 30 suppliers showcasing their products and/or services to the top and middle management of the following mines and operations (Palaborwa Copper, Foskor, Bosveld Fertilizers, Rob 5.  If you want to be part of this exhibition the mines are interested in any innovative technology on the processing side and any ways to improve the mining process. New smelter and Lift II project planning and construction in progress

 

Contact:

1. Andrew Macnamara

E-mail: andrew@interactmedia.co.za

Tel: +27(0)82 720 0083

 

 

Event Website:

MTE Phalaborwa Mining & Industrial Exhibition

 

 

3. Event

MTE Rustenburg Mining Exhibition

 

Date:

08 June 2017

 

Event location:

Impala Rugby Club, Rustenburg, North West

 

Event Description:

Focused mining exhibition covering all sections of the mining process (Mining, Engineering, Processing). Over 90 suppliers showcasing their products and/or services to the top and middle management of the following mines and operations (Sibanye Platinum – RPM Mines, Impala Platinum Mines, Glencore Chrome Mines, Smaller operations.  If you want to be part of this exhibition the mines are interested in any innovative technology on the processing side and any ways to improve the mining process. Sibanye Platinum are the new owners of RPM mines and are looking at improving the operations through efficient products and innovation.

 

Contact:

Andrew Macnamara

Tel: +27(0)82 720 0083

E-mail: andrew@interactmedia.co.za

 

Event Website:

MTE Rustenburg Mining Exhibition

About Eldary Carpenter

I have been with Leads 2 Business for 5 years and absolutely love working for such a dynamic company. I started off as a Content Researcher in the Tenders Department before being promoted to Customer Relations.

1 Jun 2017

Timbavati Update: Success Story

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Daily, we are bombarded with negative stories concerning poaching of rhino, elephants being wiped out indiscriminately all over Africa, lions being killed for their bones and leopards being systematically killed for their skins. What value does this wildlife have for us as human beings? So what if they were wiped out, surely the world would be a safer place and we now have other more sophisticated technological innovations that can more than satisfy the human soul? Wrong! If we lose the biodiversity in Africa, we as human beings are going to be a much poorer species and the slippery slope of animal extinction is the precursor to our own demise. How come we can’t make a difference with all the technology and expertise at our fingertips? Possibly greed and indifference are the two biggest enemies for biodiversity.

The rich biodiversity in Africa needs to be maintained and managed in a way that natural processes and system dynamics can be allowed to function in an unhindered way. The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve has a very special individual who has, under his guidance, helped to keep the wildlife of Timbavati Private Nature Reserve safe for 19 years. This is Sergeant Anton Mzimba who heads up the Para-Military Field Ranger team in the reserve. The Timbavati adjoins the Kruger National Park and along with other neighbouring reserves, both private and provincial, make up the Greater Kruger Area. Anton works very closely with his counterparts in these adjoining reserves and National Parks; and through the Greater Kruger Environmental Protection Foundation (GKEPF) all the security related matters are coordinated and carried out operationally. With the constant threat of poaching to the rhino, all the reserves have had to become innovative and proactive. The rise in poaching of pangolin and other species for the muti-trade, such as vultures and hyenas, is also a matter of concern and the Timbavati has taken firm steps to secure the integrity of their area.

Anton has been very instrumental in training the field rangers and this is seen as the foundation for having a successful counter to any poaching threat. There is no substitute for boots on the ground. However with the right technology and equipment to assist, a more effective team can bring in good results. Most of the poaching takes place at night and Anton has stated that until he and his field rangers can ultimately “own the night” we will always be on the back foot when it comes to tracking poachers. Good night vision equipment costs a lot of money for field rangers and when it comes to helicopter support with infra-red camera surveillance capabilities, this ups the ante. Working at night is never easy and often one needs to operate in a hostile environment where you not only have to deal with poachers who are ready to shoot to kill, but also the dangerous game such as elephants, buffalo, rhino, lion, etc. that could potentially harm or kill you if you inadvertently bump into them at night. Anton has had to deal with many close calls with regards to wild animals and in the latter part of 2016 he was on patrol in the reserve with one of his field ranger colleagues Vusi Mdhlovu, when they were scouting round a dam looking for signs of poacher’s tracks. Without warning a big hippo bull charged out the water and chased after Vusi, picking him up in his enormous jaws and proceeded to shake him like a dog with a rat, smashing him into the overhanging branches of a nearby tree. Anton ran over and shot the hippo which dropped Vusi. The hippo then returned to the water. Anton started administering first aid to Vusi when the hippo attacked again. Anton cool and collected fired shots at the hippo, averting the second charge. The wounded hippo was followed up on and destroyed later. Vusi had horrific injuries, but fortunately has made good progress in his recovery.

The early detection systems that Timbavati have in place have meant that if we get an incursion by poachers we can react immediately and not give them the time and opportunity to do their dirty deeds. Early detection and rapid response is key and Anton has been at the forefront of all these operations. Timbavati has also used tracking dogs to assist when following poacher’s tracks and apart from the intimidation of having a dog after you, they also have a good success rate if the tracks are fresh enough. The Timbavati has had rhino that have been shot on neighbouring properties walk over wounded and die on our land, however there have been no cases of poachers shooting and killing rhino on the Timbavati itself. Anton and his team are the true heroes walking that thin green line and with this kind of dedication and commitment we are confident that reserves like the Timbavati will be able to secure not only the rhino, but all biodiversity for future generations. We salute these brave men and women who work tirelessly putting their very lives on the line, when many of us are cuddled up fast asleep in bed. All Rangers are modern day heroes who, through their actions, make the world a better place for us all.

About Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

www.timbavati.co.za

31 May 2017

Featured Project: Sultan Palace Beach Resort – Kenya, Apartments

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Description: Construction of apartments for the Sultan Palace Beach Retreat in Kenya. Sultan Palace Development Ltd, a Chinese real estate group has launched a Sh5 billion beach resort in the Kenyan coastal county of Kilifi to cash in on the growing demand for holiday homes in the country. The beach resort sits on a 43 acre beach-front in Kikambala, 25kms from Mombasa in Kenya.

Status: Underway

Industry: Building

Region: Kenya

Sector: Public

Value: R100 million+

Timing: 2015 onwards.

Notes: The apartments are currently about 65% complete.

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About Marlaine Andersen

Leads 2 Business Advertising Co-ordinator and Digital Designer

30 May 2017

Featured Tender: Periodic Maintenance of MR 27 – Stellenbosch to Klapmuts

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Contract Number: C1087 Tender No S019/17 – Department of Transport and Public Works

Description: Department of Transport and Public Works Supply Chain Management Western Cape invites tenders for C1087: Periodic Maintenance of MR 27 – Stellenbosch to Klapmuts.

Industry Sector: Road

Industry: Infrastructure

Region: Western Cape

Site Inspection: A compulsory clarification meeting with representatives of the Employer will take place at Warwick Wine Estate On The R44 Towards Klapmuts on 01 June 2017 starting at 10:00.

Closing Date: 22 June 2017 at 11:00

Restrictions: It is estimated that tenderers should have a CIDB contractor grading of 8CE. Preferences are offered to tenderers who is a B-BBEE Status Level Contributor Telephonic, Telegraphic, Telex, Facsimile, Emailed and Late Tenders will not be accepted. Tenders may only be submitted on the tender documentation that is issued. Requirements for sealing, addressing, delivering, opening and assessment of Tenders are stated in the Tender Data

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About Claire Donaldson

I started working at Leads 2 Business in February 2005, and have served as Head of Department of Daily Tenders from 2007 until the present. I oversee both the Daily Tenders South Africa and Africa Departments.

29 May 2017

Did you know #DYK: How to contact the Researcher

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How to contact the Researcher

How to Contact the Researcher

 

Isn’t it a good thing that we no longer live in an era where smoke signals and Morse code are all we can rely on for communication?

Just hoping something will be done about a situation, does not, in fact, make it happen. So, if you do not ask, the answer will surely be “No”.

If you need assistance, even if we can’t get the info you need, you can at least ask. If you do not ask, we can’t even begin to imagine that you might need that information.

So, it is as easy as 1, 2, 3…

 

1 – Phone us! It is direct, and can be dealt with immediately, and is probably the fastest way to communicate. You are transferred to the Researcher who is dealing with that tender or project, who would know what you are talking about.

0860 836 337 – 033 343 1130 – 087 150 1465

 

2 – Email! This is a wonderful way to communicate and much easier to keep track of. If used correctly, you will be in contact with the correct person straight away.

Found at the top of a live Tender Page. This would be used for any additional information you may need regarding the tender notice, that is not on the advert.

Found in the top right corner of the Tender View Page. These links are for requesting certain documents relating to the specific tender you are viewing. For example the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), the Site Attendance Register or Bidders List.

 

3 – Live Support. This is a new feature to some, but also extremely fast and effective. And an added bonus to keep track of your query. It is displayed as a set of earphones.

Found at the top of any page on the Leads 2 Business website, in the top right corner next to your name.

You can even find assistance in the top left corner of our website while not logged in.

So next time you think a Site Register or Scope of Works will fall from the sky… Think again, and please ask.

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26 May 2017

Industry Events: Securex

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1. Event:

Securex

 

Date:

30 May 2017 – 01 June 2017

09:00 – 16:00

 

Event location:

Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg

 

Event Description:

Africa’s leading Security & Fire Exhibition
Leveraging 23 years of experience in the security and fire sector, the steady and unparalleled growth of the exhibition has earned Securex its reputation as Africa’s leading sector trade show.

 

Event Website:

Securex

 

 

About Eldary Carpenter

I have been with Leads 2 Business for 5 years and absolutely love working for such a dynamic company. I started off as a Content Researcher in the Tenders Department before being promoted to Customer Relations.

25 May 2017

L2B Blog: The toll on our roads: is it fair & the impact on accidents and safety

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The toll on our roads: is it fair & the impact on accidents and safety

Before starting the discussion if tolls are fair we need to know the following:

 

What are tolls?

Most roads are built with local, state or national government money raised from taxes. Tolls are like a tax that applies only to the users of the toll road. Some lanes may have people working the toll booths so that you can pay with change or cash like we usually see in South Africa.

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Why have toll roads?

Roads form the main artery of economic competitiveness, growth and social development. To build roads costs billions of rands. Toll roads assist us in meeting the demands of social services, which are important for the growth of our country. Toll roads accelerate the availability of initial funding for construction, compared to traditional tax-based funding. They also make new road capacity available to motorists sooner. Toll roads, therefore, reduce the total net cost to the economy, ensuring greater opportunities for prosperity and growth.

 

What are my tolls used for?

The tolls collected on a specific road are used to, among other things, repay the loans obtained to finance the building, upgrading or improvement of the road. In addition, it provides a dedicated on-going revenue stream, which enables the road to be adequately maintained and improved, independent of tax –based revenues.

 

What do I get from using a toll road?

Toll roads are built and maintained to the highest possible standards. Because we uphold such standards, South Africa is recognised as a world leader in pavement technology.

Therefore you are ensured of a smooth ride, saving you on the running costs of your vehicle and saving you time. Improved security ensures you a safe and pleasant journey. Tolls ensure that funding is available much sooner, for adding highway capacity at the right time thereby relieving congestion, reducing losses in time and productivity.

I feel an argument coming on, does the government use this revenue wisely? Do they take the commuters using these roads daily in consideration?

If you use the tolls once in a while one might not be affected by the increase in toll fees, but if you use these daily routes to work and back, costs start adding up.

A trip from Soweto to Pretoria cost motorists an additional six percent in tolls. This is just one route‚ as the increases cover tolls across South Africa,

The Automobile Association (AA)‚ commenting on the South African National Roads Agency’s tariff increases announced unexpectedly in March 2017‚ calculated that the increase in rand terms is from R731.80 to R775.40 for a return trip between Soweto and Pretoria on a monthly basis.

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Like all costs, tolls fees have to be increased as well as toll roads are constantly being upgraded, but one wrong decision made by a civil engineer and millions of rands could go to waste.

Okay, but that’s opening a whole new can of worms.

Accidents can be caused by various aspects when using roads, including bad road surfaces, bright lighting from oncoming traffic (from the not so courteous drivers), no proper barriers in place which could avoid a string of vehicles from being involved in an accident, potholes… POTHOLES!!!

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Every driver’s nightmare, besides causing damage to your vehicle that can cost you thousands to repair, these tiny holes and some not so tiny, can cause truck accidents and motorcycle accidents in addition to poor road conditions that often result in serious car accident injuries.

Moreover, motorcycle drivers are at an increased risk for serious and fatal injuries due to the dangerous road conditions potholes create. When a vehicle hits a deep pothole, the impact is similar to that of a collision at 35m/ph (56.3km/ph). All motorists have a responsibility to look out for road hazards, such as potholes and drive carefully to prevent car accidents.

Yes, motorists have to do to their part concerning road safety, but the government also has to play a vital role in this.

Road safety campaigns have been implemented from their side. Is this enough? Have they drawn enough attention to these campaigns?

A key aspect of the integrated Road Safety Management Programme is increasing pedestrian safety. In planning and design, SANRAL (South African National Roads Agency) provides for interventions such as traffic calming, safe stopping areas for public transport and pedestrian bridges. The Department of Transport also engages communities adjacent to national roads to find solutions to pedestrians’ needs.

To contribute to safety on the roads, SANRAL has developed a database of projects that need to be implemented in areas that are hazardous to pedestrians. The solutions range from pedestrian bridges, pavements, road safety education and traffic calming measures.

When it comes to managing safety on freeways, SANRAL’s incident management system, supported by central coordination centres, embraces interaction between emergency services and law enforcement agencies on all declared national routes.

Be safe on the road my fellow commuters, overall we have to keep ourselves safe on the roads.

Here are a few tips to keep you and others safe when travelling,

  • adhere to the speed limit
  • avoid the use of cell phones while driving
  • ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy
  • do not cross the road where it is not safe to do so
  • take regular breaks
  • buckle up, safety belts save lives
  • avoid driving under the influence of alcohol

 

Also visit the Arrive Alive website for more safety tips, https://www.arrivealive.co.za/

Travel safely!!!

 

Did you Know #DYK: Interesting facts about research in South Africa

About Sharika Raman

I have worked for Leads 2 Business from January 2015. I started in the Leads 2 Quotes Department for Directory, in January 2020 I was promoted to the Deputy Head of Department for Leads 2 Quotes and in July 2021 I was promoted to the Accounts Department as a Debtors Administrator. I enjoy time with my family creating memories, I like to socialize but also enjoy time to myself so I try to keep a balance by indulging in some quiet time when I can. I see myself as a realist, amazing wife and awesome mom…I am sure my family would agree.

24 May 2017

Featured Project: Rutenga to Beitbridge Road, Zimbabwe

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Description: Construction of Harare – Masvingo – Beitbridge road dualisation in Zimbabwe. Section 4: Rutenga to Beitbridge road – 135 kilometres.

Status: Underway

Industry: Infrastructure

Region: Zimbabwe

Sector: Public

Value: R 100 million+

Timing: May 2017 – May 2019

Notes: The groundbreaking ceremony will be held on 18 May 2017 signalling the start of construction of the proposed works. Contract period is expected to be three years.

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About Melanie Miles

One girl who would rather wear boots than high heels...

23 May 2017

Featured Tender: Periodic Maintenance (Reseal) On National Route 12 Section 6 Between Vosburg (Km 56,6) And Kiewietskuil (Km 80,0)

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Contract Number: NRAN.012-060-2017/1 – SANRAL

Description: Invitation to Tender: Periodic Maintenance (Reseal) On National Route 12 Section 6 Between Vosburg (Km 56,6) And Kiewietskuil (Km 80,0). he South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) invites tenders for the Periodic Maintenance (Reseal) on National Route 12 Section 6 between Vosburg (km 56,6) and Kiewietskuil (km 80,0). This project is in the province of Northern Cape and in the district municipality of Pixley ka Seme. The approximate duration is 7 months

Industry Sector: Road

Industry: Infrastructure

Region: Northern Cape

Site Inspection: Clarification meeting is compulsory. Late arrivals will not be allowed to participate in the meeting and their submissions shall be declared non-responsive. 26 May 2017, 10:00. Britstown Town Hall. A compulsory tender clarification meeting with representatives of SANRAL will take place at the Britstown Town Hall in 27 Kerk Straat in Britstown on 26 May 2017 starting at 10:00. Late arrivals will not be allowed to participate in the meeting and their submissions shall be declared non-responsive.

Closing Date: 15 June 2017 at 14:00

Restrictions: Only tenders with a B-BBEE contributor status level of 1, 2, 3 or 4, are eligible to tender. Only tenderers who have access to a suitably qualified and experienced contracts manager who will be the single point accountability and responsibility for the management of the construction works, and who is registered with SACPCMP as PrCM or with ECSA as PrEng or PrTechEng are eligible to tender. Tenderers should have a CIDB contractor grading designation of 7CE or higher, however tenderers attention is drawn to clause 4.1.1 of the Tender Data when submitting their tender. Tenders from tenderers with a CIDB contractor grading designation of 6 CEPE or lower will not be accepted. The primary criterion in selection, apart from the qualification and experience of the contracts manager (Contractor’s Representative), CIDB grading and costs, will be the degree to which the tenderer can demonstrate appropriate knowledge and expertise. Only locally produced or locally manufactured products and components for construction with a stipulated minimum threshold for local content and production as stated in the Tender Data will be considered. Where the tendered value is less than R48 Million, it is a requirement of this project that the successful tenderer subcontract a minimum of thirty percent (30%) of the work if the tenderer is a QSE, otherwise the successful tenderer shall subcontract a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the work to Targeted Enterprise(s) as defined in the Contract Data. Where the tendered value is more than R48 Million, it is a requirement of this project that the successful tenderer subcontract a minimum of thirty percent (30%) of the work if the tenderer has a CIDB 8CE contractor designation, otherwise the successful tenderer shall subcontract a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the work to Targeted Enterprise(s) as defined in the Contract Data. Preferences are offered to tenderers who comply with the criteria stated in the Tender Data.

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About Nonkazi Zondi

I started at Leads 2 Business in September 2016 as a Content Researcher in the Daily Tenders South Africa Department.

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