REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE Ministry of Local Government and Public Works Vision 2030: Towards an Empowered Society
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Directorate Services & Technical Capabilities

End-to-end built-environment services supporting Central Government, Devolution Initiatives, and Public Institutions across Harare Metropolitan Province.

1. Architectural Design & Plan Vetting

The Architectural Directorate provides comprehensive spatial design, master planning, and technical vetting for all government-funded building projects in Harare Metropolitan Province. Our architects ensure design solutions satisfy national development priorities, universal disability accessibility standards, energy conservation, and Zimbabwe Model Building By-laws.

Core Deliverables:

  • Architectural working drawings & 3D visualizations
  • Statutory building plan vetting & compliance certificates
  • Universal access & barrier-free audit reviews
  • Preservation of historic government heritage sites

Target Turnaround:

14 working days for standard plan vetting from submission of complete architectural drawings.

Required for Submission:

  1. Official client ministry requisition letter
  2. Approved project brief and site plan
  3. 3 sets of hard-copy architectural blueprints
  4. Digital CAD / DWG / PDF files
Download Form PW-02

2. Civil, Structural, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering

Our engineering divisions translate architectural concepts into structurally sound, functional, and durable infrastructure. We supervise engineering works across health complexes, schools, multi-storey administrative centers, and civil storm-water networks.

Structural & Civil:

  • Reinforced concrete & structural steel design
  • Geotechnical foundation testing & soil profiling
  • Structural integrity audits & crack diagnostics
  • Storm-water drainage & civil reticulation design

Electrical & Mechanical:

  • HV/LV Electrical distribution & substations
  • Solar mini-grids & backup power systems
  • Central air conditioning (HVAC) & ventilation
  • Elevator / lift inspections & fire fighting systems

Structural Health Audit:

If an institutional facility exhibits severe structural cracking, wall movement, or foundation settlement, request an urgent structural audit immediately.

Request Structural Audit

3. Quantity Surveying, Cost Control & Procurement Vetting

The Quantity Surveying Division provides cost engineering and procurement oversight. It ensures public funds allocated to infrastructure are prudently budgeted, accurately costed, and transparently contracted in strict accordance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23].

Services Provided:

  • Preliminary Cost Estimates: High-level feasibility budgeting for Treasury capital funding bids.
  • Bills of Quantities (BOQs): Detailed measurement of works for competitive bidding.
  • Tender Evaluation Reports: Rigorous technical and financial comparison of contractor bids.
  • Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs): Verification of works on-site before contractor disbursement.
  • Final Accounts: Contract closure, variations reconciliation, and claims arbitration.

PRAZ Procurement Support:

We assist client ministries in preparing Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs) fully aligned with PRAZ thresholds and procurement regulations.

View Tender Procedures

4. Direct Labour Operations & Facilities Maintenance

Direct Labour is the operational backbone of Public Works in Harare Metropolitan Province. Operating from central and district depots, our skilled tradespersons deliver hands-on carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, masonry, and disaster mitigation for all state-owned properties.

Routine Maintenance:

  • Plumbing repairs, water leaks, sewer clearings
  • Roof leak sealing & ceiling replacements
  • Lighting fixture & distribution board servicing
  • Window glazing, lock replacements, carpentry

Emergency Disaster Response:

  • Storm damage & blown roof restorations
  • Flooding remediation & pump deployments
  • Electrical hazard isolations
  • Emergency structural propping

Facility Fault Logging

Government facility managers and institutional heads can log maintenance work orders directly online.

Log Maintenance Ticket

5. Valuation & Government Estate Management

This division administers state-owned land, commercial premises, institutional houses, and leased office accommodations across Harare Metropolitan Province. It conducts regular asset valuations, calculates fair rental tariffs for government pool housing, and manages property acquisitions on behalf of the state.

How Client Ministries Request Public Works Services

Step-by-step procedure for initiating capital works or maintenance interventions.

Step 1

Requisition & Brief

Client Ministry Accounting Officer submits official Form PW-01 specifying project requirements, facility location, and allocated budget code.

Step 2

Technical Assessment

Public Works technical team conducts joint site inspection, feasibility analysis, architectural drafting, and preliminary cost appraisals.

Step 3

BOQ & Procurement

Quantity Surveying division prepares BOQs and manages competitive PRAZ procurement or direct labour allocation.

Step 4

Supervision & Execution

On-site resident engineers and clerks of works oversee quality control, safety compliance, and approve interim contractor payment certificates.

Step 5

Handover & Defects Liability

Issuance of Practical Handover Certificate, as-built drawings archive, and defect liability management for a 6 to 12-month period.