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A Works Contract for the procurement of a stormwater drainage system from Lesole Clinic to Botshabelo Police in Selebi Phikwe East Constituency. The works contract will include culvert, excavations, and stormwater drainage construction.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Construction
- Closing Date: 2026-09-22
Key Responsibilities
- Provision of a procurement works contract for drainage construction from Lesole clinic to Botshabelo Police.
- Works will include culvert, excavations, and stormwater drainage construction.
Requirements
- Sealed Tender offers are invited for the provision of a procurement works contract for drainage construction from Lesole clinic to Botshabelo Police.
- Tenders must be registered with the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) in the following categories: Code 03 Civil Engineering, Sub Code 01, Construction (Roads, Infrastructure, Airfields), Grade: OC.
- This tender is reserved for YOUTH (Citizen Contractors) operating and domiciled in Selebi Phikwe East Constituency only.
- CIPA principal place of operation of a bidder shall be in Selebi Phikwe East Constituency, failure to which the bidder will not be considered.
- Tenders to purchase all their products from 100% Citizen locally based manufacturers and service providers, provided that the goods and services are locally available, competitively priced and meet tender specifications in terms of quality standard as certified or recognized by Botswana Bureau of Standards (BOBS) or other recognized certifying bodies.
Salary
Not specified
How to Apply
Address: Procurement Unit, Plot 8919, along Independence Road adjacent to Botswana Power Corporation, Selebi Phikwe
REF Code: SPTC/CMS/CCP-T004/2026-2027
About the Company
Selebi Phikwe Town Council is the legally constituted local authority responsible for municipal governance and service delivery in the town of Selebi-Phikwe, located in Botswana’s Central District. It manages infrastructure, waste collection, town planning, health services, and local economic development within its jurisdiction in Botswana. The Council operates under the Local Government Act of Botswana and reports to the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development. Its offices are situated in Selebi-Phikwe, a former mining town transitioning toward diversified urban development in eastern Botswana.
Local government authority serving Selebi-Phikwe, Botswana
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications or certifications are typically required for contractors bidding on this stormwater drainage works contract in Botswana?
Bidders must hold a valid Botswana Construction Industry Council (BCIC) registration at the appropriate grade (e.g., Grade A for major civil works) and demonstrate proven experience in municipal drainage infrastructure. Relevant technical qualifications such as a National Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, plus evidence of compliance with Botswana’s Public Procurement Act and tender submission requirements, are mandatory.
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities for a contractor managing this stormwater drainage project in Selebi-Phikwe?
Responsibilities include site supervision, coordinating earthworks and pipe laying in accordance with approved designs and Botswana Standards (e.g., BS EN 1433), and liaising with Selebi-Phikwe Town Council’s engineering department for inspections and approvals. Contractors must also manage local subcontractors, maintain safety logs per Botswana’s Occupational Safety and Health Act, and submit monthly progress reports to the Council.
How does work culture and employer expectations differ for construction contracts in Botswana compared to other countries?
Local expectations emphasise strong stakeholder engagement — especially with community leaders and local authorities — and adherence to public sector procurement timelines and documentation standards. Punctuality, respect for hierarchical reporting structures within councils, and fluency in English (and often Setswana for community liaison) are practical necessities on Botswana construction sites.
What career progression opportunities exist after completing a municipal infrastructure contract like this one in Botswana?
Successful delivery strengthens eligibility for larger BCIC-registered tenders, including national projects under the Ministry of Transport and Communications or the Water Utilities Corporation. It also supports applications for inclusion on the Botswana Government’s Central Tender Board (CTB) list and may lead to repeat engagements with town councils seeking reliable local contractors.
What benefits — such as leave, medical aid, or pension — can a contractor’s team expect on this type of municipal contract in Botswana?
Contractors themselves (as business entities) do not receive employee benefits; however, their employed staff must be covered under Botswana’s statutory frameworks: the Employment Act mandates 24 days annual leave, the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) is being rolled out progressively, and pension contributions follow the Botswana National Pension Fund (BNPF) rules for registered employees. Benefits depend on the contractor’s internal HR policies and compliance level.