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U.S. Department Of State·United States of America

Request for Quotations (RFQ) - Trenching, Underground Conduit Installation and Associated Civil Works

Closes 11/3/2026$300k – $600kRequest for Quotation
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Description

The U.S. Consulate General in Cape Town is seeking a qualified contractor to provide a firm‑fixed‑price quotation for comprehensive trenching, underground conduit and handhole installation, and the extension of thirteen existing perimeter fence posts to support new security cameras. The work includes site preparation, excavation, placement of government‑furnished conduits and handholes, back‑filling, surface reinstatement, safety management, and the provision of all contractor‑furnished materials and equipment. A mandatory site visit is required, and the contract will be awarded on a lowest‑priced technically acceptable (LPTA) basis under a Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance requirement. • Scope: Trenching, conduit & handhole installation, back‑fill, reinstatement, and 13 fence‑post extensions. • Requirements: Active CIDB registration (grade ≥ 3), ECSA‑registered civil engineer, site‑manager experience, and DBA insurance. • Timeline: Work must be completed within 4‑6 weeks after commencement; submission deadline Nov 3 2026.

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Contact

Natheer Ford

ford​[email protected]

0217027300

Key dates

Opened
10/9/2026
Questions due
10/30/2026
Site visit
10/27/2026Mandatory
Closes
11/3/2026
Duration
5 weeks

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Quotation
Industry
Construction
NAICS
237130
Solicitation №
19SF2027Q0001

Budget estimate

$300,000 – $600,000

No contract value is disclosed, but based on comparable trenching and civil works projects of similar scope (≈ 10 ha of trenching, 13 fence‑post extensions, and associated labor/materials) in South Africa, a firm‑fixed‑price contract would likely range between USD 300,000 and USD 600,000. The estimate accounts for local labor rates, equipment rental, material costs, DBA insurance premium, and a 15 % VAT component.

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