Tenders

PROCUREMENT NOTICE

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

(Authorized under Section 16 of the Public Procurement Act 2006)

UPGRADING OF RAIL SYSTEM AT THE SLIPWAY IN PORT MATHURIN, RODRIGUES

CONTRACT NO: MPA 587/2023

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting bids from local bidders for the Contract MPA 587/2023 – Upgrading of Rail System at the Slipway in Port Mathurin, Rodrigues as more fully described in the bidding document.

Bidding exercise shall be conducted through the Open National Bidding method according to the procurement rules and regulations issued by the Procurement Policy Office.

The objective of this project is to replace the standard rails to ensure the continuity of operations along the slipway.

Scope of the Works

The scope of works comprises the following inter-alia:

1. Supply, Installation and Commissioning of the standard rails to match the existing ones on the slipway;
2. Supply and Installation of all accessories and fittings as per the manufacturer’s recommendations for the rails to be supplied;
3. Temporary demobilization of the existing metal cradle system during the period when upgrading works will be implemented;
4. Dismantling of the existing Standard rails and fittings and handover the dismantled rails to the Employer;
5. Installation of the new rail system complete with all accessories and fittings, all as per the manufacturer’s recommendations;
6. Re-commissioning of the existing metal cradle system onto the new rails to ensure the proper functioning of the upgraded facility; etc

Qualifications

Bidders should have the following minimum qualification to be eligible as a contractor for undertaking the project:

1. valid registration certificate with the CIDB under the grade that will enable the contractor to perform the works quoted for, under the following class(es): Civil Engineering Construction Works or Mechanical Works;
2. At least one project involving mechanical works over the last 10 years; and
3. Other qualifying criteria as mentioned in the bidding document.

Bidders, specialized in the field, who are willing to participate in this exercise may contact the office of:

The Manager, Administrative Services

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge, Port Louis

Tel: + 230 206 5400

Fax: +230 240 0856

Email: info@mauport.com

A complete set of bidding documents will be submitted to eligible and qualified bidders via email.

Site Visit

Bidders are encouraged to carry their own independent site visit(s) at the location of the works in Port Mathurin by liaising with the Officer in Charge, Port Mathurin, on 832 1121 or 5 760 3384, at the Port Administration Building, Port Mathurin, Rodrigues.

Furthermore, bidders may wish to forward all their requests for clarifications to the Employer by addressing same to the attention of the Director General, Mauritius Ports Authority, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Louis.

Submission of Bids

Bids (one original and one copy sealed in single envelope) must be submitted in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders, clearly marked “Contract MPA 587/2023- Upgrading of Rail System at the Slipway in Port Mathurin, Rodrigues which shall be addressed to the Director General, Mauritius Ports Authority, H. Ramnarain Building, Port Louis.

Deadline for the submission of bids

Bids should be either deposited in the Bid Box located in the Chief Officer’s Office, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1^st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis or submitted by registered post or courier so as to reach the Mauritius Ports Authority on or before Tuesday 24 October 2023 up to 14.00 hours at latest. 

Bids will be opened on the same day as the closing date at 14.15 hours in the presence of bidders or their representatives (limited to two) who choose to attend.

Bids received after the specified closing date and time will not be considered.

The Mauritius Ports Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, to annul the bidding process and to reject all bids at any time prior to award of the Contract, without thereby incurring any liability to any Bidder.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

Date: 06 September 2023

PROCUREMENT NOTICE

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

(Authorized under Section 16 of the Public Procurement Act 2006)

CONSTRUCTION OF TWO LANDSIDE MOORING STRUCTURES AT LES SALINES

CONTRACT NO: MPA 580/2023

e-Procurement Reference No.: MPA/IFB/2023/158

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting bids from local bidders through the Government e-Procurement System for the Contract MPA 580/2023 – Construction of Two Landside Mooring Structures at Les Salines as morefully described in the bidding document.

Bidding exercise shall be conducted through the Open National Bidding method according to the procurement rules and regulations issued by the Procurement Policy Office.

The objective of this project is to enhance the operational flexibility of berthing cruise vessels at the Cruise Jetty.

Scope of the Works

The scope of works comprises the following inter-alia:

1. Preparation and production of construction drawings for the proposed mooring structures.
2. Removal/dismantling of existing rock revetment/shore protection at the designated locations.
3. Taking delivery of free-issued materials for incorporation in the permanent works.
4. Construction of two mooring structures including piling, pile caps and placing of chains;
5. Reinstatement of rock revetment adjoining the new mooring structures, etc.

Qualifications

Bidders should have the following minimum qualification to be eligible as a contractor for undertaking the project:

1. valid registration certificate with the CIDB under the grade that will enable the contractor to perform the works quoted for, under the following class(es): Bidders to be classified as Small Contractors as a minimum requirement.
2. At least two (2) civil works contracts in a coastal environment, with each works contract of value not less than Rupees Five Million.
3. Other qualifying criteria as mentioned in the bidding document.

Pre-bid Meeting

Bidders or their designated representatives (limited to a maximum of Two (2) persons per bidder) are invited to attend a pre-bid meeting on Tuesday 23 May 2023 at 10.00 hours. The meeting place is the Conference Room of the Mauritius Ports Authority at Ground Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis.

Submission of Bids

Bidding documents may be downloaded from the Government e-Procurement System https://eproc.publicprocurement.govmu.org. Reference Number on the system:  MPA/IFB/2023/158

Bids for the above must be submitted online on the e-Procurement System at latest by Tuesday 13 June 2023 at 15.00 hours.

Bidders who have submitted bids online by the closing date and time shall decrypt and re-encrypt their bids from Tuesday 13 June 2023 as from 16.01 hours up to Thursday 15 June 2023 at 14.00 hours.

Bids will be opened in the Conference Room of the Mauritius Ports Authority on Thursday 15 June 2023 as from 14.05 hours in the presence of bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

The Mauritius Ports Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, to annul the bidding process and to reject all bids at any time prior to award of the Contract, without thereby incurring any liability to any Bidder.

Registration of bidders on the e-Procurement System

All potential bidders are kindly requested to register their companies on the e-Procurement System, as registration is mandatory for a supplier to submit a bid online. You may wish to refer to the manual and video available on the “How to?” menu of the e-PS website for information about registration.

Furthermore, it is mandatory for bidders to use a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for encryption/decryption of their bid data and for digital signing of bids. A DSC for the e-Procurement Class can be purchased from the Certification Authority MauSign by applying online on the website https://mausign.govmu.org/.

In order to initiate suppliers on e-PS, the Procurement Policy Office organizes regular training sessions on the e-Procurement System. These training sessions are usually held at the Procurement Policy Office, 8^th Floor, E. Anquetil Building, Port Louis, Mauritius, over 2 half days and include a theoretical / demonstration component on the first day followed by a practical session on the second day.

The Procurement Policy Office also provides support to the users of e-PS through its dedicated Help Desk operating during business hours. You may contact them for assistance or for requests for training via email eprocdesk@govmu.org.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

Date: 11 May 2023

Submission of bids

Registration of bidders on the e-Procurement System

INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

TO IMPLEMENT AND OPERATE THE SERVICE OF SUPPLYING WATER TO SHIPS

AT PORT LOUIS HARBOUR

MPA Reference: 91/26

The Mauritius Ports Authority (MPA) is pleased to invite Expression of Interest from eligible promoter(s) to Implement and Operate the Service of Supplying Water to Ships at Port Louis Harbour. Eligible promoter(s) willing to participate in this exercise may contact the office of:               

The Manager, Administrative Services

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge, Port Louis

Republic of Mauritius

Tel: + 230 206 5400

Fax: +230 240 0856

A complete set of the Invitation for Expression of Interest document will be submitted to promoter(s) via email.

Clarifications and Queries

All clarifications to be sought by promoter(s) in respect of the Expression of Interest shall be addressed, at least 14 days, before the deadline for submission of the Expression of Interest in writing to:

The Ag. Director General

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Republic of Mauritius

Fax No. (230) 240 0856

Submission of Expression of Interest

The Expression of Interest in a sealed envelope, clearly marked “MPA Reference: 91/26 - Expression of Interest to Implement and Operate the Service of Supplying Water to Ships at Port Louis Harbour should be addressed to the Ag. Director General, Mauritius Ports Authority, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius.

The EOI should be sent by courier or deposited in the Bid Box located at the Chief Officer’s Office, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius not later than Monday 19 December 2022 at 14.00 hrs (Mauritian Time).

Any expression of Interest received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.

Reservation

The MPA reserves the right to accept or reject any interest expressed or annul the EOI without incurring any liability whatsoever.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge, Port Louis

Republic of Mauritius

17 November 2022