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8977 Tonga Power Ltd Tender 16 - 30 Jan 2026

TENDER:
Motor Vehicles for Sale

FOR TONGA POWER LIMITED
TENDER NO. 001-2026

Date: 16th January, 2026

CONDITIONS OF BID

1. Summary of Sale

Tonga Power Limited (TPL) invites bids from the public for the purchase of motor vehicles(s) currently owned by TPL.

Key details:

  • Vehicles are offered on an “As-Is, Where-Is” basis.
  • Bidders are responsible for the inspection, removal, transportation, registration and insurance of the purchased vehicles.
  • TPL reserves the right to inspect all vehicles prior to sale and reject any bids that do not meet the stated requirements.
  • Successful bidders must remove vehicles from TPL premises within the timeframe specified in the contract.

2. Details of Motor Vehicles for Sale

Model

Chassis Number

Plate Number

Branch

Minimum Bidding Price

2016 Nissan Navara

MNTCB4D23A0006831

J8291

Matatoa

2,500

White Nissan Navara D22 DX 2WD Double Cab – Manual – 2.5 Turbo Diesel

MNTCPGD22A0000187

L13936

Matatoa

1,500

2015 Nissan Navara Double Cab UTE 4 x 4WD

MNTCPL D22A 0002085

L17477

Matatoa

1,500

Nissan Navara Double Cab

MNTCPUD22A0021785

L16164

Matatoa

2,000

Nissan Navara

MNTCCD40Z0600354

L15408

Matatoa

2,000

3. Requirements for Valid Bid

To be considered valid, a bid must:

  • Include a duly completed BID DECLARATION FORM and copies of TWO VALID FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION (e.g. Passport, National ID, Driver’s License)
  • Include a duly completed BIDDING SCHEDULE
  • Be submitted in accordance with these CONDITIONS OF BID

Bids failing to comply with any of these conditions will be rejected

4.Lodging of Bids

  • Bids MUST be clearly labelled “Bid for Motor Vehicle” and addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Tonga Power Limited, Nuku’alofa, Tonga.
  • The deadline for submission of bids is 4:00PM on 30th January, 2026. Bids received after this time will not be considered.

5. Costs

  • All costs incurred in preparing and submitting a bid are borne entirely by the bidder.
  • TPL will not be responsible for any costs, expenses, or losses incurred in the preparation of bids

6. Bid Conduct

Bidders must not:

  • Engage in any form of collusive tendering
  • Offer gifts or personal benefits to TPL personnel

7. Withdrawal of Bid

  • A bid cannot be withdrawn within sixty (60) days after the closing date
  • Bid withdrawal is permitted only within this period, with written notice submitted to TPL

8. Evaluation Criteria

Bids will be evaluated based on the following:

  • Price offered – the highest bid will receive preference.
  • Compliance with bid submission requirements
  • Ability to remove and transport the vehicle(s) within the specified timeframe

9. Acceptance of Bid

  • Bids shall remain open for acceptance for a minimum of thirty (30) days from the closing date.
  • TPL reserves the absolute right, at its sole discretion, to accept or reject any bid, including the highest bid. Only the successful bidder will be notified by Tonga Power Limited of the acceptance of their bid.
  • TPL may accept bids for all or a portion of the vehicles offered
  • Acceptance of a bid by TPL constitutes a legally binding agreement
  • Sub -contracting or assignment of bids is prohibited.
  • Successful bidders are responsible for all associated costs, including damages, transport and insurance.

10. Bidder Identification Requirement:

  • All bidders must provide valid identification at the time of bidding. Acceptable forms of identification include a Passport, National ID, or Driver’s License. Bidders are required to present any two (2) of these forms of identification as proof of identity.

11. Authorization for Collection:

  • In the event that the successful bidder wishes to authorize another person to collect the motor vehicle on their behalf, the bidder must provide Tonga Power Limited (TPL) with a written letter of authorization specifying the authorized person. The authorized person must also present a valid form of identification at the time of collection. TPL reserves the right to refuse release of the vehicle if these requirements are not met.

12. Further Information

  • TPL may, at its discretion;Request additional documentation from bidders to verify Financial Capacity of bid legitimacy
  • Conduct meetings or discussions to clarify aspects of the bid or pricing

BID DECLARATION FORM

Bidders Name:
Bidders Address:
Bidder’s Authorised Contact Person:

To: Tonga Power Limited

We, the undersigned, declare that:

  • We are truly authorized to execute this document on behalf of the bidder; and
  • We have read and understand the bidding documents includingthe conditions of the bid and contract agreement; and
  • The bidder agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of the bidding documents, including the Conditions of Bid and contract agreement; and
  • Acknowledge that the motor vehicles which are the subject of this bid;
    • Were used by TPL operations and are offered for sale on an “As-Is, Where-Is“ basis, with no warranty or guarantee
    • Are located in Tongatapu and are available for inspection and collection at Matatoa, Tofoa, Tonga Power Limited Headquarters
  • The contents of this bid, as submitted by the bidder are true, accurate and correct in all respects; and
  • We agree that in the event that the bidding is accepted, the bidder will be deemed to have entered into a legally binding relationship with Tonga Power Limited for the provision of services in accordance with the contract agreement.

Name of the person duly authorised to sign the bid on behalf of the Bidder______________

Signature of the person named above ___________________________________________

Two valid forms of identification are enclosed (e.g. Passport, National ID, Driver’s License)

Date signed ………………………day of …………………………………………………………….

BIDDING SCHEDULE

Schedule of Bids

Item No

Model

Chassis Number

Plate Number

Branch

Bid Amount

1

2016 Nissan Navara

MNTCB4D23A0006831

J8291

Matatoa

 

2

White Nissan Navara D22 DX 2WD Dbl Cab – Manual – 2.5 Turbo Diesel

MNTCPGD22A0000187

L13936

Matatoa

 

3

2015 Nissan Navara Double cab UTE 4 x 4WD

MNTCPL D22A 0002085

L17477

Matatoa

 

4

Nissan Navara Double Cab

MNTCPUD22A0021785

L16164

Matatoa

 

5

Nissan Navara

MNTCCD40Z0600354

L15408

Matatoa

 

Schedule of work method

  1. Describe how the bidder intends to remove and transport purchased vehicles
  2. Provide timeframe for removal of each vehicle
  3. Include any equipment or support resources to be used

Appendices

The following appendices form part of this tender document and are provided for information purposes only.

Bid Item No. 1

  

Bid Item No. 2

  

Bid Item No. 3

  

Bid Item No 4

  

Bid Item no. 5