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PRE-QUALIFICATION REPORT
FOR
LULU TOURISM COMPANY
BUILDING WORKS
NOVEMBER 2006
Prepared by
Davis Langdon
PO Box 640
Manama
Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel: +973 1758 8796
Fax: +973 1758 1288
www.davislangdon.com
CONTENTS
EXCECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.0
Introduction
2.0
Pre-Qualifying Companies
3.0
4.0
5.0
Conclusion
6.0
7.0
Appendices
Appendix A Proposed Building Pre-Qualification List
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
13 Proposed Tenderers were requested to submit Pre Qualification Documents for the Lulu Island Building Works by Davis
Langdon.
All 13 Proposed Tenderers submitted documents of varying degrees of clarity proving varying companies sizes and capabilities.
Of the 13 submittals, Davis Langdon recommend that 7 (seven) Tenderers receive the Building Works Tender Documentation,
namely:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
This report highlights a number of concerns and issues which should be resolved with each of the proposed tenderers during the
tender period. Some of the concerns raised, if not resolved satisfactorily, may preclude some tenders being progressed further.
Additionally, Davis Langdon suggests that a reserve list of 5 (five) Tenderers, albeit companies of limited capacity, is maintained
in the event that there are significant withdrawals from the primary tender list.
It has been noted that should there be withdrawals from the primary list that would necessitate inclusion of companies from the
reserve list and that LTC may have to consider splitting the volume of the proposed works into smaller packages of buildings to
suit the smaller sized reserve list companies.
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1.0
INTRODUCTION
This report has been prepared to review the contents of the pre-qualification documents received for the Lulu Island Development
Building Works and to compile a suitable tender list.
Davis Langdon (DL) has reviewed the commercial and contractual elements of the pre-qualification documents, however, it is also
advised that Lulu Tourism Company, Scott Wilson and Pentago Spowers should review and comment on the documentation.
2.0
PRE-QUALIFYING COMPANIES
Pre-qualification documents were issued to eleven (11) companies initially with a further two (2) sets of documents issued to further
companies subsequent to this (see Appendix A). Pre-qualification documents were received from the following thirteen (13) companies,
listed in alphabetical order:
Ref
Name
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Abbreviation
NASS
AMA
AH
BCEG
CB
CSCE
Cybarco
GPZ
MJC
PT-jv
PC
Strabag
Tabet
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3.0
3.1
AMA
AH
BCEG
CB
CSCE
Turnover Bahrain
(BD millions)
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
30.67
24.73
30.17
25.61
19.62
80
72.03
33.87
25.34
23.92
60
9.5
-
21.9
31.9
48.3
3.63
6.05
Turnover Internl
(BD millions)
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
0.03
0.17
0.05
0.10
5.18
AED584
AED321
AED234
576
524
475
370
281
$11,211
$14,163
Excl.
Excl.
Excl.
Cybarco
GPZ
MJC
PT-jv
PC
Strabag
Tabet
incl below
incl below
incl below
incl below
incl below
27.4
24.7
25.2
24
19.2
10
6
4.1
5
3.5
11.4
11.3
9.6
7.4
7.3
5.6
2.8
0.6
Excl
Excl
204
197
134
96
85
1,996
1,980
2,423
1,843
1,706
49
48
43
35
33
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NASS
AMA
AH
BCEG
CB
CSCE
Cybarco
GPZ
MJC
PT-jv
PC
Strabag
Tabet
42 yrs
12 yrs
-
50 yrs
-
2 yrs
22 yrs
-
13 yrs
-
14 yrs
-
49 yrs
-
13 yrs
61 yrs
-
30 yrs
50 yrs
-
46 yrs
-
4yrs
44 yrs
30 yrs
-
70 yrs
-
3.5 yrs
21 yrs
-
49
98
182
1,701
135
Excl.
27
65
19
225
26
$1,479
$70
Resources
Technical Bahrain
Technical Internl
Admin Bahrain
Admin Internl
4,530
1,000
255
118
100
150
-
18
370
20
40
34
10
-
Excl
Excl
Excl.
185
Excl.
95
100
45
-
510
20
950
30
75
7
24
-
8,644
?
25
70
10
40
Manpower Available
Plant Available
Excl
Excl
Works Sub-Contracted
Fabrication Facilities
N/A
TBA
Excl
TBA
Excl
TBA
Company Experience
Bahrain
Internationally
Joint Venture
Project Experience
Relevant Experience
Current Workload (BD
millions)
25
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4.0
It should be noted that only limited information has been supplied with the submission documentation to enable the team to pre-qualify
the companies for tender purposes.
4.1
Page 6
In summary, NASS submitted a good quality submission and demonstrated good project experience (although not specifically related to
residential works) as well as the capacity and capability to carry out the Lulu Island Building Works.
4.2
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4.3
4.4
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Although they are a large contractor with some international work, they are not established in the Bahrain construction market.
BCEG would need to get a Bahrain Company Registration which they would have to obtain before undertaking any work in Bahrain.
In summary, BCEG have experience at home and abroad in large construction schemes and have demonstrated their ability to
complete schemes abroad, however they would have to demonstrate how they intend to get established in Bahrain for a large scheme
the size of Lulu Island and would have to obtain a Bahrain Company Registration before commencing any works in Bahrain.
4.5
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4.6
4.7
Cybarco
Cybarco returned a compliant pre-qualification document including the majority of information requested. However Cybarco do not have
a Bahrain Company Registration which they would have to obtain before undertaking any work in Bahrain.
Cybarco was founded in Cyprus 61 years ago and have a vast experience of projects including international works. They have been
involved in construction in Bahrain for the past 13 years in conjunction with local partners (mainly Cebarco) and would have to resource
from abroad or sub-contract most of the work out for a project the size of Lulu Island. The largest value project completed in Bahrain is
the Citibank circa BD 11.5 million and their largest project in Cyprus valued at BD 21 million. The majority of their work relates to small
to medium sized projects.
In summary, Cybarco are an experienced international contractor (Cyprus based). They have completed work in Bahrain, but only with
local partners. The resources available to them locally would require further research.
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4.8
4.9
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Over the past 15 years the majority of their work has been relatively small to medium projects. They have a good reputation in Bahrain
and have completed well known buildings like the HSBC building in Seef. In this regard, it is apparent that although a capable
contractor, they do not have a track record of completing a scheme the size of Lulu Buildings.
In summary, MJC issued a compliant submission and are a well established small to medium size contractor; however they may not be
capable of completing this scheme alone relative to the size of these works.
4.10
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Although Ternas documentation is comprehensive and the resources available are considerable, further information is required to
understand how key personnel and plant / equipment are proposed to be utilised for the Lulu Island Building Works.
In summary, PT-jvs submission is compliant, however, they would have to demonstrate further how they intend carrying out the joint
venture.
4.11
4.12
Strabag AG (SB)
SB returned a pre-qualification document that contained the majority of information requested. Although they stated their annual
turnover for the previous five years, financial statements were only provided for 2002 and 2003. Included in their submission were the
resources, in terms of personnel and plant / equipment, available for use on this project.
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SB is an Austrian company with offices in Dubai, Qatar and Oman, but no offices in Bahrain. SB does not have a Bahrain Company
Registration which they would have to obtain before undertaking any work in Bahrain.
Although they have not undertaken any schemes in Bahrain, they have completed a number of projects in Oman, UAE, Iraq and other
countries across the Gulf with values up to 29 million.
SB have, however, demonstrated a considerable international presence where they have completed many major schemes, including
roads, airports, schools, offices, hotels, sewerage / drainage works, marina works, dams and harbours. They currently have a workload
of circa $ 1.5 billion including schemes with values over 400 million.
In summary, SB submitted a reasonable document that demonstrates their capability as an international contractor They have
demonstrated significant experience outside of Bahrain and they have considerable resources to undertake a project of this magnitude.
However SB would have to demonstrate exactly how they intend to undertake the works in Bahrain and would have to obtain a Bahrain
Company Registration before commencing any works in Bahrain. They have demonstrated significant experience outside of Bahrain
and they have considerable resources to undertake a project of this magnitude.
4.13
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In summary, Tabet is a relatively new and small company in Bahrain who have demonstrated limited relevant local experience.
Additionally their local resources are limited and would be stretched to complete these works.
5.0
CONCLUSION
Generally, the pre-qualification documents received from the prospective Tenderers have been well presented, fully detailed and
descriptive, although some more so than others. Where relevant, they particularly highlight their experience within Bahrain, and their
experience of similar works already undertaken, both in Bahrain and in other countries.
The companies who have pre-qualified are generally of differing sizes, with varied numbers of personnel and resources, higher and
lower turnovers etc. Many have proven track records within Bahrain, and in some cases internationally, with many leading Clients and
Consultants. Others are less well known as major building contractors, but have built reputations within the local construction industry,
or have formed partnerships with suitable sub contractors to complete these works.
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6.0
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As a result, in case of contractors withdrawing from the tendering process, we also suggest having a Reserve List of Proposed
Tenderers. Whilst Davis Langdon has raised significant concerns on each reserve tenderer it may be necessary to add them to the list.
Reserve List of Proposed Tenderers
1
Cybarco
Projects Construction
Additionally, as a result of the limited documentation provided the submission of China State Construction Engineering Corp. has been
rejected at this time.
Although the above lists offer a good mix of international and local firms, it is important that due consideration, in addition to the specific
comments raised, should be given to the following key items during the tender stage:
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Key Personnel each firm should clearly identify personnel with the appropriate skills and experience. Their commitments on other
projects should also be made clear.
Capability each firm should demonstrate a good understanding of the project and the construction industry in Bahrain. A good
understanding should also be demonstrated in terms of materials and plant / equipment requirements.
Capacity this criterion is crucial to the successful completion of these works. All companies currently working in Bahrain are busy
(with many at full capacity). LTC should be aware that it is going to be very difficult to gain suitable contractors with spare capacity to
complete the works.
Methodology an implementation plan and programme should be prepared by each firm to show how the works will be phased and
coordinated with other stakeholders.
Joint Ventures - would have to demonstrate further how they intend carrying out the joint venture
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Appendix A
Proposed Infrastructure Pre-Qualification List
Appendix A
Nr.
Contractors Name
Contact Name
Contact Details
Allan Jennings
T: +973 17250521
F: +973 17262323
E: allanj@batelco.com.bh
Cebarco Bahrain
PO Box 28812
Manama, Bahrain
Peter Sellers
T: +973 17722237
F: +973 17722001
E: psellers@kar-group.com
Stathis Natsis /
Christos Poullaides
Nass Contracting
PO Box 669
Manama, Bahrain
David Anthony
T: +973 17725522
F: +973 17728184
E: danthony@aanass.com.bh
Strabag
PO Box 22890
Doha, Qatar
Sanjay Kumar
David Bailey
T: +973 17255360
F: +973 17259839
E: mjcont@batelco.com.bh
Costakis Stavrou
T: +973 17598800
F: +973 17598801
E: mainoffice@gpzachariades.com.bh
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Nr.
Contractors Name
Contact Name
Contact Details
Projects SA
PO Box 801
Manama, Bahrain
Greg Rake
T: +973 17731293
F: +973 17732673
E: construction@projectsbahrain.com
Cybarco
PO Box 15954
Manama, Bahrain
Costas Demou
T: +973 17275787
F: +973 17262744
E: cdemou@batelco.com.bh
10
Xing Yan
T: +8610 63927205
F: +8610 63929055
E: xingyan@bceg.com.cn
11
Su Tao
T: +8621 68750721
F: +8621 68768024
E: sutao2002@sina.com
12
Eric Dixon
T: +973 17213212
F: +973 17213013
E: info.bahrain@al-hamad.com
13
Guy Tabet
T: +973 17211611
F: +973 17212210
E: kcompany@batelco.com.bh
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