The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Johannesburg has asked the National Treasury to investigate the R236 million water tanker tender awarded to Nutinox and Builtpro Construction.
The party’s call for an investigation follows recent revelations of irregularities in the tender process, as exposed by publications, Daily Maverick and Amabungane.
Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku, DA Johannesburg Caucus Leader, said that despite raising serious concerns with the relevant MMCs, Jack Sekwaila and Loyiso Masuku, the DA’s requests for clarity have been met with silence.
“We have also submitted a comprehensive Promotion of Access to Information (PAIA) request, to ensure that all information relating to the awarding of this tender is made public,” said Kayser-Echeozonjoku.
“We believe that there has been a violation of the Municipal Finance Management Act 2003, specifically Section 112(1). We are concerned that there could have been a lapse in due diligence, transparency, and accountability throughout this tender process.”
Nutinox and Builtpro Construction
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