Tenders

Tender for the Sale of Idle Fishing Vessels

Background

In accordance with section 32(5) of the Ports Act 1998, the Port Master has, by way of a Notice dated 16 January 2025, formally requested the owner, agent or representative of fishing vessels lying idle in the port to take all reasonable steps to cause the idle vessels to be removed from the port.

In view of non-compliance with the said Notice, the Mauritius Ports Authority is proceeding with the sale of idle fishing vessels, located at the Trou Fanfaron Fishing Port on an “as is where is” basis, in line with section 52 of the Ports Act 1998. Potential Bidders are therefore invited to submit their bids for the following fishing vessels:

Sea Wonder
Armaan 1
Putrajaya 33
Roshan
Marine Star

Pre-purchase Inspection of idle fishing vessels

The vessels are available at Trou Fanfaron Fishing Port for inspection by any potential buyer. Request for inspection should be made to the Port Master on email address k.newoor@mauport.com or by fax on +230 242 8314.

Request for Clarifications

Any clarification or additional information sought by any prospective bidder should be addressed to the Director-General on info@mauport.com or by fax on +230 240 0856 at least fourteen (14) days before the deadline for the submission of bids.

Validity Period

Bids shall remain valid for a period of ninety (90) days as from the closing date.

Basis for Pricing

Bids should be made as a lump sum for all vessels or per vessel on a no VAT basis and quoted in Mauritian Rupees or USD or Euro. The price shall be firm and fixed till the end of the validity period.

Bid Security

Bids should be accompanied by a bid security in the form of a Bank Cheque or Bank Guarantee from a recognized local commercial bank or international bank through a correspondent bank located in Mauritius equivalent to 20% of the total bid price. Bids not so secured will not be accepted.

Payment and Delivery

Payment shall be made for the full amount due within fifteen (15) calendar days after issue of the Letter of Acceptance and the vessels should be removed out of the port within thirty (30) calendar days after payment.

Submission of Bids

Bids along with bid securities, in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Sale of idle fishing vessel”, should be addressed to the Director-General, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius.

Deadline for the Submission of Bids

Bids should be either deposited in the Tender Box located in the Chief Officer’s Office, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius or submitted by registered post or courier so as to reach the Mauritius Ports Authority on or before 22 April 2025 at 16.00 hrs (Mauritian time) at latest.

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

The MPA reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and to cancel the bidding exercise at any time prior to award, without thereby incurring any liability to any Bidder.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge, Port Louis

Republic of Mauritius

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

2 April 2025

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Closing Date:

Tuesday, 22 April, 2025

Date Posted:

Wednesday, 2 April, 2025

Tender Document:

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

Sale of one telescopic handler and one conveyor belt

TENDER NOTICE for the sale of one telescopic handler and one conveyor belt

The Mauritius Ports Authority (MPA) invites bids from potential buyers for the purchase of a Telescopic handler and a Conveyor Belt on an “as is where is” basis.

Telescopic Handler with accessories, whose particulars are detailed below: -

MAKE	MERLO
MODEL	ROTO45.21
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE	2009
COLOUR	GREEN
SERIAL NO.	B927443
CHASSIS NO.	B9201181
MAX. CAPACITY	4,500 kg
MAX. LIFTING HEIGHT	20.8 m

Conveyor Belt of length 26 m

The Telescopic Handler and the Conveyor Belt may be viewed at the MPA workshop and Aurelie Perrine Building respectively during weekdays from 0800 hours to 1400 hours. For any additional information, the Transport Officer may be contacted on 206 5515/ 206 5511.

Bids, in sealed envelopes, addressed to the Director-General, MPA and clearly marked “Sale of Telescopic Handler and Conveyor Belt” should be deposited in the Tender Box located at the Chief Officers’ office, 1^st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis not later than 13 December 2024 at 1400 hours (Local time). Offers received after the specified closing date and time will not be considered.

Bids should remain valid for a period of 90 days after the closing date and be accompanied by security, in the form of a Bank cheque equivalent to 10% of the total price. Bids not so secured will not be accepted.

The successful bidder shall be required to effect full payment of the quoted sum and arrange to take delivery of the equipment in five days from the date of award.

The MPA reserves the right to accept or reject any offer and to cancel the above exercise at any prior to award without thereby incurring any liability to affected bidder(s).

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Tel: +230 206 5400

Fax: +230 240 0856

Email: info@mauport.com

22 November 2024

Closing Date:

Friday, 13 December, 2024

Date Posted:

Monday, 25 November, 2024

Tender Document:

tender_notice_telescopic_handler.pdf

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

ASSOCIATED CIVIL WORKS TO GATE POST AT THE PENINSULAR AREA

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

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

ASSOCIATED CIVIL WORKS TO GATE POST AT THE PENINSULAR AREA

CONTRACT NO: MPA 618/2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting bids from local bidders for the Contract MPA 618/2024 – Associated Civil Works to Gate Post at the Peninsular Area, 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.

Scope of the Works

The scope of works comprises the following:

Careful demolition of partition block walls after provision of temporary supports;
Removal of existing metal openings and cart away;
Laying of block wall and associated works, rendering and painting;
Supply and fixing of openings in aluminium and roller shutter complete with all electrical accessories;
Etc.

Qualifications

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

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): Medium I;
experience in two works of a similar nature over the last 5 years, each of value not less than Rupees Two Million, and
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 bidders via email.

Pre-Bid Site Visit

Bidders or their designated representatives are invited to attend a pre-bid site visit on Tuesday 01 October 2024 at 10.30 hours. The meeting point is the Conference Room, Ground Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port 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 618/2024- Associated Civil Works to Gate Post at the Peninsular Area 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 Thursday 24 October 2024 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 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: 16 September 2024

Closing Date:

Thursday, 7 November, 2024

Date Posted:

Monday, 16 September, 2024

Tender Document:

addendum_to_procurement_notice_-_mpa_618-2024.docx

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

REPAIRS AND REPOSITIONING OF RUN-ON SLABS AND PAVING BLOCKS AT THE MAURITIUS CONTAINER TERMINAL

PROCUREMENT NOTICE

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

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

REPAIRS AND REPOSITIONING OF RUN-ON SLABS AND PAVING BLOCKS AT THE MAURITIUS CONTAINER TERMINAL

CONTRACT NO: MPA 619/2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting bids from local bidders for the Contract MPA 619/2024 – Repairs and Repositioning of Run-on Slabs and Paving Blocks at the Mauritius Container Terminal 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 scope of works comprises the following inter-alia:

Careful removal and recovery of the existing precast concrete interlock paving blocks.
Careful lifting and storage of the run-on slabs.
Scarification and Compaction of damaged portions.
Supply, lay and compact 300mm thick Graded Crushed Stone 0/31.5mm.
Supply, lay and compact 300mm thick cementitious bound granular mixture (CBGM).
Careful Lifting and reinstatement of the run-on slabs in position.
Laying of concrete interlock paving blocks.

Qualifications

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

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 under Civil Engineering Construction Works – Grade A;
Past experience as prime contractor over the last five (5) years in at least:

One (1) project which comprised the handling / lifting of precast concrete elements weighing at least 20 tonnes using mobile cranes; and
One (1) project in the supply and laying of at least 100 m2 precast interlocking paving blocks; and

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 bidders via email.

Pre-Bid Meeting

Bidders or their designated representatives are invited to attend a pre-bid meeting on Wednesday 21 August 2024 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

Bids (one original and one copy) sealed in single envelope must be submitted in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders, clearly marked “Contract MPA 619/2024 – Repairs and Repositioning of Run-on Slabs and Paving Blocks at the Mauritius Container Terminal” 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 September 2024 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.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

Date: 13 August 2024

Closing Date:

Tuesday, 24 September, 2024

Date Posted:

Tuesday, 13 August, 2024

Tender Document:

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS OF FIRE DETECTION & ALARM SYSTEM FOR A PERIOD OF TWO YEARS

PROCUREMENT NOTICE

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

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

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS OF FIRE DETECTION & ALARM SYSTEM FOR A PERIOD OF TWO YEARS

CONTRACT MPA 627/ 2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority (MPA) is pleased to invite sealed bids from local bidders for the Maintenance and Repairs of Fire Detection & Alarm System for a period of two years, as more fully described in the bidding document.

Qualification Requirements

- The Contractor shall have delivered at least 2 (two) similar contracts per year over the last 10 (ten) consecutive years; and

- other qualifying criteria mentioned in the bidding document.

Bidding Documents

Service Providers, specialised in the field, 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: 206 5400

Fax: 240 0856

Email: info@mauport.com

A complete set of bidding documents will be submitted to applicants via email.

Pre-Bid Meeting

A pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday 21 August 2024 at 11.00 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

Bids in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Contract MPA 627/2024 – Maintenance and Repairs of Fire Detection & Alarm System for a period of two years, should be addressed to the Director General, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1^st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, 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/courier so as to reach the Mauritius Ports Authority on or before Tuesday 24 September 2024 up to 14.00 hours at latest.

Bids will be opened on the same day at 14.15 hours in the presence of bidders or their representatives 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 and to annul the bidding process and 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: 2065400

Fax: 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

12 August 2024

Closing Date:

Tuesday, 24 September, 2024

Date Posted:

Monday, 12 August, 2024

Tender Document:

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

POSITIONING OF EMERGENCY TOWING VESSELS AND SALVAGE TUGS AT PORT LOUIS HARBOUR

INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

POSITIONING OF EMERGENCY TOWING VESSELS AND SALVAGE TUGS AT PORT LOUIS HARBOUR

CONTRACT MPA 626/2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority, which is a body corporate, established under the Ports Act 1998, is pleased to invite “Expression of Interest” from potential international salvage or towage companies for the positioning of one or two Emergency Towing Vessels (ETVs) or salvage tugs at Port Louis Harbour as more fully described in the Invitation for Expression of Interest document.

Interested companies with 10 years’ experience in salvage or emergency towing and 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

Email: info@mauport.com

The Invitation for Expression of Interest document will be submitted to the interested firms via email.

Clarifications and Queries

All clarifications to be sought in respect of the Expression of Interest (EOI) shall be addressed, at least 21 days, before the deadline for submission of the Expression of Interest in writing to:

The Director General

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Republic of Mauritius

Fax No. (230) 240 0856

Email: info@mauport.com

Submission of Expression of Interest

The Expression of Interest in a sealed envelope, clearly marked “Contract MPA 626/2024 - Expression of Interest for Positioning of Emergency Towing Vessels and Salvage Tugs at Port Louis Harbour, should be addressed to the 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 Thursday 22 August 2024 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

9 July 2024

Closing Date:

Friday, 23 August, 2024

Date Posted:

Tuesday, 9 July, 2024

Tender Document:

notice_-_eoi_emergency_tug.docx

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR TARIFF STUDY FOR MAURITIUS PORTS AUTHORITY AND CARGO HANDLING CORPORATION LTD

OPEN ADVERTISED BIDDING

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

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR TARIFF STUDY FOR MAURITIUS PORTS AUTHORITY AND CARGO HANDLING CORPORATION LTD

CONTRACT MPA 613/2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority (MPA) is inviting proposals from suitably local and overseas qualified Consultancy Firms for the Tariff Study for Mauritius Ports Authority and Cargo Handling Corporation Ltd, as more fully described in the bidding document.

The bidding exercise will be conducted through Open Advertised Bidding method according to the rules and regulations of the Republic of Mauritius.

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

Republic of Mauritius

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.

Submission of Proposals

Proposals (Technical & Financial) in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Contract MPA 613/2024 – Consultancy Services for Tariff Study for Mauritius Ports Authority and Cargo Handling Corporation Ltd, should be addressed to the Director General, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1^st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius.

Deadline for the Submission of Proposals

Proposals 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, Republic of Mauritius or submitted by registered post or courier so as to reach the Mauritius Ports Authority on or before Thursday 25 July 2024 at 14.00 hours (Mauritian time) at latest.

Technical Proposals will be opened on the same day at 14.15 hours (Mauritian time) in the presence of bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

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

The Mauritius Ports Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal and to annul the bidding process and reject all proposals 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

Republic of Mauritius

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

29 May 2024

Closing Date:

Thursday, 25 July, 2024

Date Posted:

Wednesday, 29 May, 2024

Tender Document:

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

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

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 608/2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting bids from local bidders for the Contract MPA 608/2024 – 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:

Supply, Installation and Commissioning of new rails matching the existing physical characteristics of the Standard Rails along the slipway at Port Mathurin;
Supply and Installation of all accessories and fittings as per the manufacturer’s recommendations for the proposed rail material to be supplied at the site of works in Port Mathurin, Rodrigues;
Temporary demobilization of the existing metal cradle system during the period when upgrading works will be implemented.
Dismantling of the existing Standard rails and fittings and handover the dismantled rails to the Employer. All other debris to be carted away from the site of works and disposed of;
Installation of the new rail system complete with all accessories and fittings, all as per the manufacturer’s recommendations; and
Re-commissioning of the existing metal cradle system onto the new rails to ensure the proper functioning of the upgraded facility as per its intended purpose.

Qualifications

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

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;
Experience in at least 1 project involving mechanical works over the last 5 years and the minimum value of works for such past project shall amount to at least Rs 2 million; and
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.

Pre-Bid Meeting

Bidders or their designated representatives are invited to attend a pre-bid meeting to be held on Thursday 13 June 2024 at 13.00 hours at the Port Administration Building, Port Mathurin, Rodrigues.

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 608/2024- 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 23 July 2024 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.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

Date: 27 May 2024

Closing Date:

Tuesday, 23 July, 2024

Date Posted:

Monday, 27 May, 2024

Tender Document:

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

REMOVAL AND CARTING AWAY OF GARBAGE FROM SHIPS AND SOLID WASTES FROM THE PORT AREA

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

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

REMOVAL AND CARTING AWAY OF GARBAGE FROM SHIPS AND SOLID WASTES FROM THE PORT AREA

CONTRACT MPA 616/ 2024

The Mauritius Ports Authority (MPA) is pleased to invite sealed bids from local bidders for the Removal and Carting Away of Garbage from Ships and Solid Wastes from the Port Area, as more fully described in the bidding document.

Qualification Requirements

- The contractor shall have at least five (5) years’ experience in collection and disposal of solid waste and be conversant in solid waste handling; and

- other qualifying criteria mentioned in the bidding document.

Bidding Documents

Service Providers, specialised in the field, 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: 206 5400

Fax: 240 0856

Email: info@mauport.com

A complete set of bidding documents will be submitted to applicants via email.

Pre-Bid Meeting

A pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for Friday 17 May 2024 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

Bids in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Contract MPA 616/2024 – Removal and Carting Away of Garbage from Ships and Solid Wastes from the Port Area, should be addressed to the Director General, Mauritius Ports Authority, 1st Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, 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, 1st floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis or submitted by registered post/courier so as to reach the Mauritius Ports Authority on or before Tuesday 11 June 2024 up to 14.00 hours at latest.

Bids will be opened on the same day at 14.15 hours in the presence of bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

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

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge, Port Louis

Tel: 2065400

Fax: 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

08 May 2024

Closing Date:

Tuesday, 11 June, 2024

Date Posted:

Wednesday, 8 May, 2024

Tender Document:

procurement_notice_-_mpa_616-2024.docx

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE COMPLETION OF UNFINISHED BUILDING IN THE PORT AREA

OPEN NATIONAL BIDDING

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

CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE COMPLETION OF UNFINISHED BUILDING

IN THE PORT AREA

Contract MPA 610/2024

e-Procurement Reference No.: MPA/IFB/2024/186

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting proposals from local Consultants through the Government e-Procurement System for the Contract MPA 610/2024 – Consultancy Services for the Completion of Unfinished Building in the Port Area as more fully described in the bidding document.

The bidding exercise shall be conducted through Open National Bidding method according to the rules and regulations of Mauritius.

The consultancy services comprise the following inter-alia: -

to make the existing building fully functional for office use;
to provide both a mezzanine floor between the ground floor and first floor and an additional floor on the existing roof slab;
provide all appropriate services (water, sewage disposal, electricity, data and telecommunication networking, CCTV, access control, firefighting system etc.);
means of escape to ensure compliance to all Health and Safety requirements applicable for the proposed undertaking;
design the parking area to cater for the maximum number of vehicles; and
site works for the building and parking space (pavement, fencing, drainage etc.).

Pre – Proposal Conference

Consultants are invited to attend a pre-proposal conference on Wednesday 08 May 2024 at 10.00 hours at the Conference Room, Ground Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis.

Submission of Proposals

Bidding documents may be downloaded from the Government e-Procurement System https://eproc.publicprocurement.govmu.org. Reference Number on the system: MPA/IFB/2024/186.

Proposals (Technical & Financial) must be submitted online on the e-Procurement System at latest by Wednesday 29 May 2024 at 15.00 hours.

Consultants having submitted proposals online by the closing date and time shall decrypt and re-encrypt their bids from Wednesday 29 May 2024 from 16.01 hours up to Thursday 30 May 2024 at 14.00 hours.

Technical proposals will be opened online at the Mauritius Ports Authority on Thursday 30 May 2024 at 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 proposal and to annul the bidding process and reject all proposals at any time prior to award of the Contract without thereby incurring any liability to any bidder.

Registration of Consultants on the e-Procurement System

All potential Consultants 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 Consultants 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 organises 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 on eprocdesk@govmu.org.

Mauritius Ports Authority

H. Ramnarain Building

Mer Rouge

Port Louis

Tel: +230 2065400

Fax: +230 2400856

Email: info@mauport.com

26 April 2024

Closing Date:

Thursday, 30 May, 2024

Date Posted:

Friday, 26 April, 2024

Tender Document:

Addendum/Corrigendum/Clarification:

Tenders

Pre-Bid Site Visit

Pre-Bid Meeting

Pre-Bid Meeting

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