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Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd is issuing this Request for Expressions of Interest to attract interested suppliers from the Mokopane Community to participate in the tendering process as the main Contractor on the following package:

1. General Description of the Works

The scope of work is for the design, supply, manufacture, corrosion protection and testing of manual and control valves as per list of valves. Valve details as specified in the Ivanplats Pipe and Valve Design Criteria 1051-IVP-DC-50-151 will be issued with the Request for Tender documentation. Scope includes inspection at works, Packaging and Delivery of the Goods to Site, documentation as per the Document Requirement Schedule (DRS) and rectification of defects developing during the warranty period.

• The valves and auxiliary equipment shall be to the design of the supplier and comply with the relevant specifications
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and inspections of the valves.
• Packaging and Delivery of the Goods to Site.
• Supply of Project documentation, including drawings, Operating and Maintenance manuals and Databooks.
• Operator and maintenance training during the commissioning of the Plant and Materials if required.

Irrespective of any possible contradictory requirements in the specifications the Supplier shall satisfy himself that all equipment offered is fit for purpose and is capable of fulfilling the specified duties.

All the equipment and materials must be suited to the local conditions.

2. SCALE OR WORKS and TIME FRAME:

The below table provides a high-level overview of the manual and control valves to give an indication of the scale of works required. Valve details as specified in the Ivanplats Pipe and Valve Design Criteria 1051-IVP-DC-50-151 will be issued with the Request for Tender documentation. Details will include material, pressure ratings and end connections:

The below table is a preliminary high-level time frame on the above estimated works:

3. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

The following are minimum requirements for the main Contractor position on this package:

• Proven valve supply with successful past project experience.
• Good execution track record based on similar projects executed.
• Must have a well-established safety management system.
• Must have a quality manage system that is based on the principles of ISO 9001. Detailed quality control plans for fabrication and construction works.
• Written confirmation that the Contractor is not under any liquidity or legal confinements that may affect the performance and deliverance of any contract.

4. RESPONDING TO THE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Information given by the prospective Contractors shall be treated in strict confidence.

Note, this Request for Expressions of Interest does not amount to any contractual obligation on the part of Ivanplats, and that Ivanplats is not obliged to invite Requests for Proposal or Tenders from any or all who express interest by responding to this Request for Expressions of Interest.

Ivanplats reserve the right to cancel, suspend or withdraw the Request for Expressions of Interest process at any time and will not be responsible for any costs incurred by potential Contractors. The prospective Contractor is responsible for all cost associated with preparation and submission of their Expression of Interest.

If any criteria within the Expression of Interest submission is determined to be non-compliant, the submission will not be processed. If, however, the Contractor declares its non-compliance and offers an alternative solution that is acceptable, this may be considered. Any information and/or documentation given and later found to be incorrect shall lead to disqualification of the prospective Contractor.

This document does not entail or imply any commitment on the part of Ivanplats, either financial or otherwise, nor shall it be considered a specific invitation to tender. This does not represent or constitute any obligation or commitment of Ivanplats to enter into any agreement with any entity or organisation.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification of the prospective Contractor.

Closing Date: 17 November 2022 at 12H00

Please submit Expressions of Interest and all supporting documentation to the Tender Box at X1 at the Ivanplats Mine Security.

Late submission will not be acceptable. Any application(s) received after the closing date will be considered as late and disqualified.

If required, please contact the following:

ivanplatsprocurement@ivanplats.com

Minimum attachments required as part this Expression of Interest submission:

I confirm that I am interested in submitting a tender and attending a future tender briefing session to be held by Ivanplats.

_______________________        _______________________          __________________

Name                                          Signature                                     Date

* This Expression of Interest does not amount to any contractual obligation on the part of Ivanplats. Ivanplats is not obliged to invite Requests for Proposal or Tenders from any or all who express interest by submitting this Expression of Interest.

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