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The Swartland Municipality faces significant water scarcity risks by 2040, driven by high population growth and the water-intensive grape industry. Projections indicate a potential water deficit of approximately 50 million m3 per year by 2040, which could cost the local economy R12.8 billion annually and result in the loss of 68,091 jobs.

GreenCape has issued RFP SIDAFF 01/2025 to appoint a Professional Service Provider for the project preparation of two water infrastructure projects in the Swartland Municipality. Project A involves upgrading the Swartland Water Treatment Works from 29Ml/d to 40Ml/d (est. R305 million), and Project B involves upgrading the bulk pipeline between Malmesbury and Darling (est. R200 million). The preparation must follow ECSA guidelines and IFC/World Bank environmental and social standards, focusing on technical feasibility, financial bankability, and climate resilience. The procurement is phased, with initial stages fixed-fee and later stages based on confirmed project costs.

The document demonstrates that short-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) allow municipalities to integrate renewable energy quickly and cost-effectively without the rigid financial commitments of long-term contracts.