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Construction of University Innovation Pod at UNESWAClosed
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Overview
Construction of a University Innovation Pod (UniPod) at UNESWA in Eswatini, including on-site works, building and external works, interior/exterior finishes, landscaping and a three-month post-construction maintenance period. Bidders should be qualified construction contractors with experience in institutional/campus projects and compliance with local building regulations. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 10:00 Eswatini Time on 9 July 2026 at the University of Eswatini Library, Matsapha. Focal point: Themnbinkosi Mkhombe (thembinkosi.mkhombe@undp.org). Documents are available via the UNDP Quantum portal (access through the portal). The contractor must deliver a fit-for-purpose UniPod per design and local regulations.
Requirements
- Mandatory site visit (9 July 2026, 10:00, University of Eswatini Library, Matsapha; contact for arrangements provided).
- Experience in delivering university/institutional construction projects and ability to meet the design specifications and local regulations.
- Compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and reporting requirements during site activities and construction.
- Provision for a three-month maintenance period after completion.
How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 20 July 2026 14:59.
- Submission method: online via the UNDP Quantum portal.
- Documents to submit: Bid documents are available on the UNDP Quantum portal; upload through the portal per instructions.
- Pre-qualifications/registrations: Not specified in the provided materials.
- Briefing/site visit details: Mandatory site visit as listed above; use portal contact for arrangements.
- Where to obtain bid documents: UNDP Quantum portal (see portal for access).
Construction of University Innovation Pod at UNESWA The United Nations Development Programme Eswatini, in collaboration with UNESWA and key partners, is implementing the UniPod initiative aimed at strengthening innovation ecosystems by establishing a modern, technology-enabled innovation hub within the University of Eswatini. The UniPod will provide integrated spaces including prototyping labs, collaboration zones, and innovation workspaces that support research commercialization, youth entrepreneurship, and technology development. The UniPod is being established as a multidisciplinary university-based innovation and entrepreneurship platform designed to foster youth innovation, technology development, research commercialization and enterprise creation. The scope of works shall include, but not be limited to, the following: The establishment of Contractor’s camps and plants on siteSetting out of work including level control.Conduct necessary inspections and provide reports for this stage.Clearing and grubbing of the areas on which construction is to take place;Ensure structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations.Provide progress reports upon completion of this stage.Construction of the buildingsConduct landscaping around the studio as per the design.The relocation of and protection of existing services.Complete interior and exterior finishes, including painting, flooring, and fixtures.External WorksPrepare the building for handover, ensuring all systems are functional.Maintenance of the works for a period of three (3) months The selected service provider must deliver a fit for purpose UniPod as per the design and compliant with architectural designs and specifications, which are in compliance with local rules and regulations. NOTEA mandatory Site Visit will be conducted as follows; Time and time zone: 10:00 am, Eswatini TimeDate: 09 July 2026Location: University Of Eswatini Library, Matsapha, EswatiniThe focal point for the arrangement is: Themnbinkosi MkhombeE-mail: thembinkosi.mkhombe@undp.orgOff... Documents available on UNDP Quantum portal: https://undp.sharepoint.com/sites/Docs-Public/Procurement/Forms/AllItems.aspx?env=Embedded&isAscending=false&FilterType1=Text&sortField=Modified&FilterField1=NegotiationNumber&FilterValue1=UNDP-SWZ-00253,1
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