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The Herald
24-05-2025
- The Herald
Charges provisionally withdrawn against '28s gang boss' and ex housing MMC in R1bn housing tender case
The prosecution provisionally withdrew fraud charges on Friday against alleged 28s gang boss Ralph Stanfield and former human settlements MMC Malusi Booi linked to R1bn worth of tenders related to housing in Cape Town. Stanfield was charged with his wife Nicole Johnson, Booi, and several others. The group was arrested in September and Booi was granted R250,000 bail. National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) spokesperson Eric Ntabazalila said provincial director of public prosecutions advocate Nicollette Bell provisionally withdrew the charges 'pending the finalisation of an investigation on newfound evidence against them'. 'Advocate Bell also provisionally withdrew the charges against Suraya Manuel, Muhammed Amod, Randal Mullins, Brenda Mullins, Thuli Imgib, Nomvuyo Mnyaka, Lorna Ndoda, Siphokazi September, Kyle Stanfield, Barbara Johnson and Pakamisa Nondabula,' he said. 'Police discovered new evidence during their investigation, and it is apposite at this stage to provisionally withdraw the 16 commercial charges against the accused pending the finalisation of the investigation stemming from the newfound evidence. The state will reinstate the charges once the investigation has been finalised.' Ntabazalila said Stanfield, Johnson, Johannes Abrahams, Denver Booysen, Jose Brandt, Jonathan Cloete, Shakeel Pelston, Imtiyaas Sedick, Warren Lee Dennis, Michael Morris, Chevonne McNabb, Sharazaadt Essop, Brandon Cornelius and Keithan Gardiner would be indicted in the high court in Cape Town for alleged gang-related offences including allegedly contravening the Prevention of Organised Crime Act. Ntabazalila said this related to the murders of city official Wendy Kloppers, Rashied Staggie, William Stevens, Faizel Adams and Ismail Abrahams. Kloppers was shot at a housing development site in February 2023. Staggie was an infamous gang boss. He was killed outside his Salt River home, in Cape Town, in 2019 shortly after his release from prison. His twin brother, Rashaad, with whom he founded the notorious Hard Livings gang, was killed on the same street more than 20 years ago. 'The court postponed the case against the remaining accused until July 14 to ensure the state has provided all further particulars to the defence before the case is transferred to the high court for a pretrial conference on November 7,' said Ntabazalila. TimesLIVE
Times of Oman
19-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Ambassadors' forum in Muscat to discuss decentralisation
Muscat: The first Governorates Ambassadors Forum will kick off on Tuesday under the sponsorship of Sayyid Saud bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, and will be attended by Engineer Badr bin Salem Al Mamari, Secretary General of the Tender Board, and senior officials. The General Secretariat of the Tender Board will conduct this forum, being hosted in Muscat Governorate for the first time. This will be a part of a series of forums for the governorates' ambassadors, according to a prior plan supervised by the Secretariat. Specialists and professionals working in the fields of project management and administrative fields of various Oman governorates will participate in the forum, from between 20 and22 May. The theme of the forum is 'We are united by purpose', to promote institutional integration and exchange best practices in contracts and tenders, contributing to supporting the government's directives of decentralisation, empowering the governorates, and achieving balanced development in Oman. This programme includes an official opening session with welcoming speeches by Muscat Governorate and the General Secretariat of the Tender Board. This will be followed by specialised sessions and workshops reviewing the governorates' experiences in projects and contracts management, highlighting common challenges and their solutions. The sessions will be introduced with a workshop on 'The Contract Governance and Tender Book', discussing the enhancement of legal governance and achieving contractual balance in the government tenders management. A worksheet entitled 'Project Preparation Methodology in the Annual Plan' will be held to explain the methodological framework for planning projects and ensuring their consistency with national priorities, improving the resources' efficiency and implementation quality. This forum's programme includes a workshop entitled 'Documentary Course and Performance Platform', focusing on governance and reducing change instructions to enhance the efficiency of managing government projects, and concluding on the first day with two workshops on 'Local Content' and 'Price Indicators'. The first one highlights promoting local content to empower the national economy, while the second reviews the Price Indicators Department's role to follow and analyse prices in various governorates to support decision-making. On the second day, the programme will be complemented with a field visit to various vital implemented projects in Muscat Governorate. They include the Oman Botanic Garden, Sultan Haitham City, Al Ansab Street - Al Jafnayn and the Green Walk, to link theoretical aspects with practical application and strengthen exchanging field experiences. The forum will conclude on the third day with various specialised working papers delivered by specialists from Muscat Governorate and the General Secretariat of the Tender Board to discuss major directions and future opportunities in project management and government procurement. The forum contributes to enabling local cadres to enhance their skills and proficiencies, and support the governance locally. Thus reflecting the government's directives to achieve transparency and efficiency of government performance within the framework of national efforts for institutional development.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Two Day Managing and Evaluating Bids and Tenders Training Course: International Best Practices in Dealing with LOI, MOU and NDAs (ONLINE EVENT: June 5-6, 2025)
Dublin, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Managing and Evaluating Bids and Tenders Training Course" training has been added to offering. This two-day course will provide participants with a powerful insight on how to successfully prepare and evaluate tenders and how to submit proposals in response to a tender. The course will also focus on the step-by-step process of bid and tender management, right from tender planning through to the award phase. The expert trainer will take participants through the clauses which deal with contractual risks in a tender document and explain when a tender document becomes a contract. In turn, this will ensure participants understand their rights as a client and a contractor. The workshop is specifically designed to expose participant's to the whole gamut of tendering from both buyer and seller perspective. Key topics to be covered include: How to operate their tender process with the highest levels of accountability and governance The buyer and seller perspective in tendering and submitting proposals The legal rights of the parties at the tender stage Commercial terms frequently used in a tender document and the contractual clauses that deal with the transfer of risks The practices and procedures governing tendering including issuing, receiving and evaluation International best practices in dealing with LOI, MOU and NDAs The expert trainer will use a mix of theory plus lively and interactive training methods, including exercises, case studies, practice sessions and group discussions. This program is designed to help you understand tender management right from the planning stage to closure. Benefits of attending By attending this course you will: Understand the legal and regulatory frameworks of the procurement process Explore the different types of tender and contracting methods Consider the legal documents needed at each stage of the management process Learn how to determine and select the most economical and advantageous tender Expand your knowledge of commercial terms and their potential impact Clarify the clauses that deal with contractual risk and how to minimise and transfer risk Review the post-tendering steps and what happens next Certifications: CPD: 12 hours for your records Certificate of completion Who Should Attend: Contract managers and administrators Bid managers Contract analysts and engineers Commercial managers and engineers Project and procurement managers Business development managers Key Topics Covered: Day 1 Understanding contract law principles with regard to tender contracts Definition of contract Offer or proposal Rejection of an offer or counter offer Acceptance Consideration Purchase order or work order RFP/RFQ/RFI/ITB Performance of contract Discharge of contract Remedies for breach of contract The battle of forms Privity of contract Tender basics Definition of tender The competitive bidding process Two-step sealed bidding Terms and definitions Types of tender E-tendering RFP, RFQ and ITB EOI Tendering law - case study Tender process management Tender planning Types of tender Contents of tender Pitfalls to avoid when drafting SOW Steps involved in tender process Tender documents Evaluation of tender Finding a competent contractor Negotiations Award Understanding the legal position of documents Letter of tender Letter of acceptance Letter of award Letter of intent Understanding the bid from the seller's perspective How to write a powerful proposal Evaluation of proposals Understand proposal management Cost-benefit analysis Tips for preparing proposals that win contracts Best practices in developing proposals Contracting pricing arrangements Fixed price contracts Cost reimbursable contracts Contract incentives Cost plus incentive fee Cost plus award fee Time and materials contracts Selecting the best contract type Day 2 Contracting methods Simplified methods Formal competitive methods Sealed bidding Key steps in source selection Reverse auction E-procurement and e-tendering Commercial terms/clauses in a tender Letter of credit Comfort letter Tender bond/guarantee Retention Guarantee Performance Guarantee Parent company guarantee Advance payment guarantee International best practices in dealing with LOI, MOU and NDA Letter of intent/award Memorandum of understanding Non-disclosure agreements Getting to grips with terms Guarantee Warranty Misrepresentation Implied provisions in contract Condition precedent/ condition subsequent Understanding contractual risk clauses - how to minimise and transfer the risk Indemnity Assignment and delegation Successors and assigns Limitation of liability/total liability cap Third party liability Force majeure Damages, liquidated damages/ penalty Consequential damages Negligence/gross negligence and willful misconduct Payment Confidentiality Exclusive remedy provisions Governing law Insurance Subrogation and waiver of subrogation Post-tender contract administration: what happens next? Developing a contract administration plan Post-award kick-off meeting Performance monitoring/quality assurance Delays in performance Variations/change order Disputes, claims & termination Speakers: Manoj Nair SVM Contract Consultants Manoj Nair is a Partner with SVM Contract Consultants. He has over 25 years of professional experience in consulting and training. He advises clients on how to improve their contracts and take preventative steps to reduce claims. He has advised companies in India and around the world on procurement/contract management processes, tender/bid management, FIDIC conditions of contract, vendor management, supply-chain contractual risk, contract negotiations, contract administration, claims management, contract drafting, bankruptcy laws and US FCPA and UK Bribery Act, anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing, and dispute resolution. He has worked with diverse clientele throughout his career including companies from the construction, energy, power, EPC, telecoms, IT, travel, insurance, manufacturing, media, banking and oil and gas sectors. He has extensive training experience and has to date conducted 350 + corporate training's, on topics including: contract drafting and negotiations, contract/procurement management, tender/bid management, outsourcing contracts, proposal writing, vendor management, negotiations for supply chain managers, FIDIC Conditions of Contract, US FCPA and UK Bribery Act, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, business case writing, claims management and negotiations. He is fluent in English and Hindi. For more information about this training visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. 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Gulf Business
13-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Dubai: SMEs encouraged to participate, as RTA opens 116 tenders
Image: WAM/ RTA Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has invited companies, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the UAE, to participate in 116 tenders and auctions available until the end of 2025, in line with the emirate's Public-Private Partnership Strategy 2024–2026. The tenders span multiple sectors including services, consultancy, infrastructure, insurance, outsourcing, operations and maintenance, information technology, and investment, as part of RTA's broader push to enhance collaboration with the private sector and develop innovative services and solutions. The initiative also supports the objectives of RTA's Strategic Plan 2025–2030, which prioritises improved operational efficiency and the expansion of strategic and investment projects that strengthen Dubai's economy and boost the participation of national companies in the infrastructure and services space. ' How companies can apply for the RTA tenders Interested companies must meet specific qualification criteria accessible through RTA's Electronic Prequalification System, available via the authority's website. The digital process is designed to ensure the attraction of top-tier firms, enable efficient project delivery, support national talent development, and contribute to economic growth.
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai: RTA releases 116 tenders for private sector by end of 2025
DUBAI: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has invited firms and the wider business community, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the UAE, to participate in 116 tenders and auctions available until the end of 2025. This initiative stems from the Dubai Government's Public-Private Partnership Strategy 2024–2026, which aims to drive economic growth in the emirate. The tender opportunities cover a wide range of sectors, including services, consultancy, infrastructure, insurance, outsourcing, operations & maintenance, information technology, and investment. This initiative underscores RTA's commitment to enhancing collaboration with the private sector and national companies, fostering a robust ecosystem for strategic partnerships, and proactively developing innovative products and services. It aligns with the objectives of RTA's Strategic Plan 2025–2030, which focus on improving operational efficiency and supporting a broader portfolio of planning, strategic, and investment projects that contribute to strengthening the local economy and elevating the role of national companies within the infrastructure and services landscape. Abdulla Yousef Al Ali, CEO of the Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector at RTA, said, 'RTA is firmly committed to strengthening partnerships with the private sector and creating commercial opportunities for both local and international companies. We actively support Dubai's business community through a range of incentive-driven initiatives, including recognition programmes that honour major companies demonstrating strong collaboration with small and medium enterprises through high levels of dealing.' He added, 'Specific qualification criteria have been established for companies interested in contracting with RTA, accessible through a streamlined digital process via RTA's Electronic Prequalification System on its official website. This initiative supports the advancement of government projects by attracting top-tier local and international companies, ensuring high-quality and efficient project delivery, and facilitating the exchange of expertise and knowledge. It contributes to the development of national talent, enhances sector-wide skills, and plays a vital role in attracting investment and stimulating the national economy. Companies interested in upcoming opportunities can access full details on tenders and auctions by visiting RTA's website ( and selecting the 'Supplier and Investor Management System'.' RTA offers a free electronic prequalification system through the same platform. Companies can register by creating a username and password, selecting the 'Supplier and Investor Management System' and proceeding to the Electronic Prequalification System to upload the required documents and specify their business activity of interest.
