Bloemfontein: Oliewenhuis Art Museum: Repairs and Renovation 2026
Tender Details
- Tender Title: Bloemfontein: Oliewenhuis Art Museum: Repairs and Renovation – Appointment of Structural Engineering Services
- Tender Number: INFQ011/26AI
- Department: Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
- Location: Oliewenhuis Art Museum, Bloemfontein, Free State
- Tender Category: Engineering Consulting, Professional Services and Structural Engineering
- Closing Date: 27 October 2026
- Closing Time: 11:00 AM
- Briefing Session: Refer to the official tender documentation for details.
- Submission Method: Quotation box or email, as specified below.
Tender Overview
The purpose of this tender is to appoint a suitably qualified structural engineering professional or service provider to support the repairs and renovation of the Oliewenhuis Art Museum.
The successful bidder will be expected to assess structural conditions, provide engineering designs and calculations, prepare technical specifications, and offer professional advice throughout the renovation process. The work must support the safe and appropriate renovation of the existing building while complying with relevant South African engineering and building requirements.
Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities
The appointed structural engineering service provider may be required to undertake the following services, subject to the official tender specifications:
- Conduct structural condition assessments of relevant sections of the museum building.
- Analyse existing structural elements and identify potential structural concerns.
- Prepare structural designs, calculations and engineering drawings where required.
- Perform load calculations and assess the suitability of proposed structural modifications.
- Develop technical specifications for the required repairs and renovation work.
- Provide structural engineering advice and technical support during project implementation.
- Ensure that proposed structural interventions comply with applicable South African building standards and engineering requirements.
- Assist in addressing structural challenges associated with renovating an existing building.
Minimum Requirements
According to the supplied tender summary, prospective bidders should meet the following requirements:
- Hold valid registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist in the relevant civil or structural engineering discipline, as applicable to the tender.
- Be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
- Demonstrate relevant structural engineering knowledge and experience.
- Be capable of preparing structural calculations, engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Have working knowledge of South African building codes, engineering standards and best practices.
- Submit a complete quotation and all prescribed supporting documents before the closing deadline.
Applicants should consult the official tender documents to confirm whether additional company, professional indemnity, experience or project-specific requirements apply.
Skills and Competencies
The relevant skills and competencies may include:
- Structural engineering analysis and design.
- Building condition assessments and structural investigations.
- Technical report writing and preparation of engineering documentation.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of structural repairs and renovations to existing buildings.
- Understanding of applicable building regulations and engineering standards.
- Ability to provide professional technical advice and support.
6. Tender Evaluation
The supplied tender summary refers to the 80/20 preference-point system, under which 80 points are allocated to price and 20 points to specific goals.
Bidders should verify the applicable preference-point rules, specific goals, supporting evidence and evaluation criteria in the official tender documentation.
7. Submission Details
Quotations may be submitted through either of the following channels, according to the supplied tender notice:
Physical submission:
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Quotation Box, CGO Building
256 Madiba Street
Pretoria, Reception Area
Email submission: ndpwquotations@dpw.gov.za
Before submitting, confirm the permitted submission method, required file format, email subject line, quotation conditions and any prescribed forms in the official tender documents.