Featured Tender: Development of GAP Housing

KZN – DTA 1011393

Contract Number:

1H-26173 – eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality

Description:

Tenders are invited for the Call for proposals from private developers to partner with the City in the development of gap housing on Erf 3186 & 3189, Isipingo.

Category Industry
Consultants Residential
Region Site Inspection
Isipingo 2024-03-14 10:00 AM
Closing Date Contract Period
31 May 2024 at 11:00 No details

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L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – February 2024

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Opportunities are researched throughout South Africa and Africa.

Find construction Tenders and Projects within the building, infrastructure, mining, and industrial sectors and more.

Our comprehensive, online, resource platform delivers daily leads to help you make informed business decisions.

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Featured Tender: Supply and Delivery of various Trucks, LDV & Sedan

Gaitemg – DTA 1008208

Contract Number:

MWP2402DX – ESKOM

Description:

Tenders are invited for The Supply and Delivery of various Trucks, LDV & Sedan for a period of 36 months on an “as when required” basis within Gauteng Cluster

Category Industry
Fleet Management & Transportation Institutional
Region Site Inspection
Gauteng  2024-02-15 10:00 AM
Closing Date Contract Period
29 February 2024 at 10:00 36 months

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CIDB Explained

What is the CIDB?

The South African Construction Industry Development Board was established by an Act of Parliament, Act 38 of 2000. By going through the CIDB registration process, contractors’ capacity development, empowerment, industry performance and best practice are enhanced.

All contractors working in the public sector must register with the CIDB except subcontractors and joint ventures, however all JV partners must be individually registered. Home builders are regulated by the National Home Building Council (NHBRC), so they do not have to register with the CIDB board.

How is a CIDB grading determined?

It’s all about the amount of money the contractor has in his financial books, but includes their work experience. As the contractor’s bank account improves he can apply for a higher grading of CIDB with the CIDB Board. The grading helps to determine the maximum value a contractor can comfortably fulfill. CIDB registered companies are assigned a unique identify known as a CRS number. A CIDB grade is represented by one digit and two letters. A higher grading number means an increased tender value. Grade 9, for example, means the contractor does not have a limit to the amount and value of work they can do and is the highest grade available. There are no qualifying criteria for grade 1. When grading between levels 2 and 9, the board looks at the projects a contractor has completed in the last 5 years and their available capital. Contractors can be graded as sole proprietors, partnerships, companies, or corporations. Each CIDB grade is valid for 3 years from date of registration. After 3 years, a contractor needs to renew their application and this can be done online. Every 6 years, a contractor must prove that they still meet the relevant criteria to remain in a particular grade by submitting the necessary supporting documentation for evaluation by the CIDB Board. During the 3 year validity period, a grade must be updated annually, and the contractor must pay the applicable annual fee (The admin fee is payable every 3 years). A CIDB grade that has not been updated for two consecutive years is suspended on the CIDB register. Annual updates do not apply to Grade 1 contractors. The subscription amount varies depending on the grade and whether it is a new application or renewal. A company can apply for multiple CIDB gradings e.g. CIDB 9GB and CIDB 6EP. In the case of multiple gradings, they will pay the admin fee for each grade and the annual fee for the highest grade only. A contractor must have a valid CIDB rating in order to bid on a contract that has a CIDB rating specified. It takes 21 working days to be registered on the CIDB website. The board does not print registration certificates and the name of the contractor is published on the website once grading is awarded. Clients can verify grading as well as the status of a contractor’s registration on the website.

CIDB costs (as at February 2024)

CIDB

Admin Fee

Annual Fee

1

R450

R0

2

R450

R250

3

R750

R350

4

R750

R900

5

R750

R1750

6

R750

R3500

7

R750

R9000

8

R750

R29000

9

R750

R55000

Work permits from the Labour Department

Public projects – any project exceeding the value of R13 million must have a work permit

Private projects – any project exceeding the value of R65 million must have a work permit

The work permit is applied for from the Labour Department by the Health and Safety company/officer appointed on the contract.

What are the different CIDB classes?

GB – General Building

CE – Civil Engineering

ME – Mechanical Engineering

SB – Asphalt Works (supply and lay)

SC – Building Excavations, shaft sinking, lateral earth support

SD – Corrosion protection (cathodic, anodic and electrolytic)

SE – Demolition and blasting

SF – Fire prevention and protection systems

SG – Glazing, curtain walls and shop fronts

SH – Landscaping, irrigation and horticulture works

SI – Lifts, escalators and travellators (installation, commissioning and maintenance)

SJ – Piling and specialised foundations for building and structures

SK – Road markings and signage

SL – Structural steelwork fabrication and erection

SM – Timber buildings and structures

SN – Waterproofing of basements, roofs and walls using specialist systems

SO – Water supply and drainage for buildings (wet services, plumbing)

SQ – Steel security fencing or precast concrete


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About Debbie Wessels

I started at Leads 2 Business in April 2008 in the tenders Department and transferred to the Projects Department during the same year. I was appointed Head of Department for Projects from February 2011 to March 2022. April 2022 I started a new adventure as Content Regulator.

We publish your Tenders & Quotes for FREE

Leads 2 Business publishes tender notices and project information on our website for our subscribers in the building and construction industry.

We are an open communication channel for contractors and consultants across the board, not only by sending them tender opportunities for their businesses but we also allow them to advertise their new tenders and quotes through our website for free.

So instead of using the normal social platforms as contractors, firms and institutions to send out invitations to tender or quote, why don’t you allow Leads 2 Business to come to your rescue by following the steps below:

  1. Check if the Tender or Quote is relevant to our scope (building/construction related)
  2. Send the Tender Notice or Quote to Tenders@L2B.co.za
  3. Make sure all Terms & Conditions are stipulated
  4. The information should cover the following: Contract Number, Works Required, Document Collection information, Query Contact Details, Restrictions, Document Submission and Closing Date.
  5. When all of the relevant info is received, the tender will be captured onto our website and will be assigned a systematically generated/unique DTA number meaning it will be searchable
  6. Lastly, it will then be sent out in the Leads 2 Business – Daily Advisories email, reaching thousands of subscribers that have profiles matching the criteria specified in the Tender/Quote

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Building Professional Relationships

Building long-lasting business relationships require significant resources, time, dedication and communication.

From a subcontractor’s point of view: How do you locate possible clients? How do you build relationships and ensure your company is included in future works?

1) Identify

Identify your target market or the kind of professional / contractor you want to interact with. As a subcontractor, this would most likely be building contractors.

2) Platform

Source a reputable platform such as Leads 2 Business, where you can obtain details of such companies. We have a vast construction Directory with details of Professionals, consultants, contractors, suppliers and vendors.

3) Learn.

Learn about the client, contractor or professional company and how you can integrate your service offering with their business. Research them, show that you have done your homework and have an interest in their companies and values. Acknowledge a shared interest or common goal.

4) Communication.

Decide on your method of communication. Emails are by far the best and most professional way of introducing your company and service offering to prospective clients. Once a long-term relationship is formed, you can then both decide what other form of communication would be acceptable such as calls, SMS, Whatsapp etc.

I would not recommend sending your company profile to a client via Whatsapp on day 1. They do not know who you are, where you are from and why you are contacting them.

5) Simple

Keep it brief.
Introduce your company and products/services
Prove why your company is above the rest.
Put a proposal together.
List past projects and their value, your level of experience and capacity.
Include a brochure and signature.
Offer to meet face to face as well.

If you are going to approach a prospective client via email. I would email them once and should you not receive a response within a few days, follow this up with a phone call.

Do not inundate or spam the client as this could cause frustration and could result in a negative image towards you and your company.

6) Networking

Besides using the L2B Directory to market your company and make contact with potential clients, you can use our Daily Tenders services. Here we provide you with site meeting dates and information on the tender. See if this is tender you could get involved in, and attend the meeting. Network with the project role players and potential bidders. Get your name and face out there. Put in the effort, be proactive and use the information that you have.

Another way of networking is attending seminars like the Digital Construction Roadshow hosted by RIB CCS in partnership with Leads 2 Business and BEE123.

7) Questions

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you are unclear about the scale of the job or scope of work, as questions. Interact with the client/contractor and make sure everything is clear.

8) Impress

There needs to be ongoing communication about the status of the job, issues incurred or any delays. Quality and timeliness of services provided. Work hard and complete the job before the deadline. Clean up and pack away at the end of the day on the job. Leave a lasting impression of professionalism.

9) Get recommendations and referrals.

10) Grow your business

Using L2B you can locate similar contractors or the ones you have done work for. You can see what projects/tenders they are currently actively involved in. Let them know about the job you’ve just completed and attach the recommendation/referral.

11) Touch base

Keep in touch with your clients/contractors. A nice gesture is sending them a small gift or even an email at the end of the year to thank them for their support throughout the year. I find that making contact with the right professional at the right time is imperative. It is often who you know.. and we help with that.

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Featured Tender: Emergency Restoration Towers For Transmission Grids

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Western Cape – DTA 1007703

Contract Number:

WCTX1172GM – Eskom

Description:

Tenders are invited for Design, Manufacture, Supply, And Delivery Of The Emergency Restoration Towers For Transmission Grids Including Training On Installation.

Category Industry
Electrical & Instrument, Building Power Grid
Region Site Inspection
Western Cape 2024-02-13 10:00 AM
Closing Date Contract Period
12 March 2024 at 10:00 No details

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L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – November 2023

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We put new business prospect leads within your reach.

Opportunities are researched throughout South Africa and Africa.

Find construction Tenders and Projects within the building, infrastructure, mining, and industrial sectors and more.

Our comprehensive, online, resource platform delivers daily leads to help you make informed business decisions.

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Featured Tender: Independent Condition Survey of Namport’s Civil Engineering Infrastructure

Namibia – DTA 998173

Contract Number:

CS/RFP/NAMPORT-3601/2023 – Namport

Description:

Bids are invited through the Request for Proposals (RFP) Method for the Provision of Consultancy Services for an Indepen- dent Condition Survey of Namport’s Civil Engineering Infrastructure Using the Struman Structures Management System. The Consultant will be selected under the Quality Cost Based Selection Method (QCBS). The ids are open to all eligible Namibian entities or persons (“Consultants”) who wish to respond. Namibian Consultants who do not have the requisite expertise locally may collaborate with foreign consultants/specialists that have done similar works before: Provision of Consultancy Services for and Independent Condition Survey of Namport’s Civil Engineering Infrastructure Using the Structures Management System

Category Industry
Consultants Institutional
Region Site Inspection
Namibia 2023-11-14 10:00 AM
Closing Date Contract Period
25 January 2024 at 12:00 (Local Time) No Details

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