# Provision of Construction Services for Refurbishment and Alterations to Accommodate the Eastern Cape Provincial Office (ECPO), including Associated Improvement Works at the Gqeberha Local Office

- **Reference:** GQEBERHA50/2026
- **Issuer:** [Legal Aid South Africa](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/legal-aid-south-africa.md)
- **Region:** Eastern Cape
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-10-02
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-03 12:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-13 12:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Buildings](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F41.md), [Civil engineering](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F42.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Provision of construction services for the refurbishment and alterations to accommodate the Eastern Cape Provincial Office (ECPO), including associated improvement works at the Gqeberha Local Office.** This tender targets CIDB 5GB+ contractors (building/refurbishment) with joint-venture options under CIDB rules; a compulsory online briefing (13 Oct 2026) is required, with attendance via MS Teams and a formal attendance register; a site inspection is optional but advisable. Documents are available for download from National Treasury etenders.gov.za and Legal Aid SA; the site is in Gqeberha, and the project includes related works such as mechanical, electrical and safety specifications (see attached RFP documents and Annexures A–E). (see Request for Proposal-Gqeberha Refurbishment- Updated 01 October 2026.pdf)

#### Requirements
- CIDB contractor grading: 5GB+; joint ventures allowed subject to lead partner grading and combined grading rules.
- Compulsory online briefing session and attendance register (MS Teams).
- Site inspection: optional; bidder to arrange access and form a qualified representation (attendance not compulsory).
- Compliance with CIDB Standard Conditions, SBD forms (Form of Offer and Acceptance), and related bidding documents.
- Tax and supplier compliance: SARS PIN / Tax Compliance Status, CSD registration if no TCS; BBBEE status and local content requirements.
- Occupational Health and Safety: compliance with Annex E OH&S Specification and related safety provisions; health and safety plans and appointed safety personnel.
- Local content, risk, insurance, and contract administration provisions as per the annexed bid documents (Annexures A–E). (see Annexure C–D; Annexure E)

#### How to Apply
- Obtain tender documents from National Treasury eTender (etenders.gov.za) and Legal Aid SA Tender Tab (free download); (see Request for Proposal-Gqeberha Refurbishment- Updated 01 October 2026.pdf).
- Attend the compulsory online briefing on 13 October 2026 (10:00–12:00) via MS Teams; attendance must be registered through the MS Forms attendance link provided in the briefing package. (see Request for Proposal-Gqeberha Refurbishment- Updated 01 October 2026.pdf).
- If needed, inspect the site at 1 Uitenhage Street, Gqeberha, after appointment (site inspection is not mandatory).
- Prepare and submit bids using the official forms (Form of Offer and Acceptance C1.1, SBD7) with all schedules, pricing data and annexures (A–E); ensure CIDB, tax and BBBEE documentation are included (see Annexes A–E).
- Submit to the Bid Box at Legal Aid House, 29 De Beer Street, Braamfontein, by 11:00 on 3 November 2026; late bids will not be accepted. (see Request for Proposal-Gqeberha Refurbishment- Updated 01 October 2026.pdf).
- For clarifications, contact Mabje Nkadimeng (SUPPLY CHAIN) or Nomalanga Nxumalo (TECHNICAL) at 011 877 2000 or the emails listed in the bid documents. (see PDF).

Notes: Tender documents available free online; the project includes detailed BoQ and mechanical/electrical/specification annexes (Annexure C–D) and OH&S specifications (Annexure E).

## Description

Provision of Construction Services for Refurbishment and Alterations to Accommodate the Eastern Cape Provincial Office (ECPO), including Associated Improvement Works at the Gqeberha Local Office

## Documents

- Request for Proposal-Gqeberha Refurbishment- Updated 01 October 2026.pdf..pdf
- Annexure A-CLIENT REFERENCE & KEY PERSONNEL.pdf..pdf
- Annexure C-BoQ-Legal Aid SA.pdf..pdf
- Annexure D- Part 2-Electrical Wiring Specification.pdf..pdf
- Annexure E -Occupational Health and Safety Specification for Construction Works Contracts.pdf..pdf
- Annexure D - Part 1-MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION.pdf..pdf
- Annexure B -Local Content Annexures.xls..xls
- Annexure C-BoQ-Legal Aid SA.pdf
- Annexure E -Occupational Health and Safety Specification for Construction Works Contracts.pdf
- Annexure D - Part 1-MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION.pdf
- Request for Proposal-Gqeberha Refurbishment- Updated 01 October 2026.pdf
- Annexure D- Part 2-Electrical Wiring Specification.pdf
- Annexure A-CLIENT REFERENCE & KEY PERSONNEL.pdf
- Annexure B -Local Content Annexures.xls

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