Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
71 York Street - George - George - 6529
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
21 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-156630
This tender invites building contractors to construct 201 subsidised houses in thembalethu, george municipality. IT is aimed at cidb-registered contractors with a minimum grading of 7gb or higher, and requires compliance with nhbrc registration and specific technical and financial criteria.
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71 York Street - George - George - 6529
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21 May
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
26 Jun
2026
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdf
Tender for the construction of 201 subsidised houses in Thembalethu, George Municipality, Gauteng. The tender invites building contractors to submit bids by 26 June 2026, with a compulsory clarification meeting on 05 June 2026. The project is governed by strict eligibility, technical, and compliance requirements, including CIDB and NHBRC registration, prior experience, and adherence to subsidy quantum amounts and building specifications.
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R 6 131 488
Range
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Important Dates
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfClosing date: 26 June 2026 at 12:00. Tender opening: 26 June 2026 at 12:05 in the Committee Room. Compulsory clarification meeting: 05 June 2026 at 11:00, Banquet Hall, George Municipality Main Building, 71 York Street, George.
Contact Information
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfTender documents: Obtain from Zutari (Pty) Ltd. Arrange at least 2 days in advance. Contact: Phone 044 805-5400, Email [email protected]. Submission address: George Municipality Main Building, 5th Floor, Directorate: Financial Services, Supply Chain Management, 71 York Street, George. Municipal contact: Mr. B Ellman, Acting Municipal Manager, George Municipality, George, 6530.
Submission Guidelines
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfUse ONLY the official tender documentation issued. Seal, address, and deliver as per Tender Data. Submit by placing tender in the tender box at George Municipality Main Building, 5th Floor, Directorate: Financial Services, Supply Chain Management, 71 York Street, George by 12:00 on 26 June 2026. Late, unmarked, or non-physical submissions (e.g., email, fax, telex) will be disqualified. Tenders will be opened at 12:05 on 26 June 2026 in the Committee Room. A non-refundable deposit of R550.00 per document is required, payable at the SCM Unit, 5th Floor, Civic Centre, York Street, George. Banking details: Account Name: George Municipality, Account Type: Public Sector Cheque Account, Account Number: 62869623150, Branch Code: 210554, Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ, Reference: GMT041/25-26 and Company Name. Attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting is mandatory; non-attendance disqualifies the tender.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfEvaluation follows the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (2022) and George Municipality’s SCM Policy. Scoring: 80 points for price, 20 points for B-BBEE status and specific goals. Eligibility criteria (failure to meet any disqualifies the tender): CIDB registration with a grading designation of 7GB or higher; NHBRC registration (proof required); full-time on-site Construction Manager with 10+ years’ verifiable experience as a foreman on building projects, including BNG housing; completion of a similar BNG housing project (100+ units) in the past 7 years, with a reference letter from a contactable reference; tendered amount must align with the 2023 subsidy quantum for 40m² and 45m² houses; submission of building plans for 40m² and 45m² houses, developed by a SACAP-registered person, compliant with WCDI specifications.
Technical Specifications
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfScope: Construct 201 subsidised houses in Thembalethu. Deliverables: Proposed building plans for 40m² and 45m² houses, developed by a SACAP-registered person, compliant with Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (WCDI) minimum specifications. Requirements: Full-time on-site Construction Manager with verifiable 10+ years’ experience as foreman on building projects, including BNG housing. Evidence of a similar project (100+ BNG units) completed in the past 7 years, with a reference letter from a contactable reference. Tendered amount must align with the 2023 subsidy quantum for 40m² and 45m² houses under the National Housing Programme.
Financial Requirements
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfNon-refundable deposit of R550.00 per tender document. Payment must be made to George Municipality’s specified bank account (Account Name: George Municipality, Account Type: Public Sector Cheque Account, Account Number: 62869623150, Branch Code: 210554, Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ, Reference: GMT041/25-26 and Company Name). Pricing must align with the 2023 subsidy quantum for 40m² and 45m² houses. No explicit details on bonds, guarantees, or payment terms provided.
Compliance Requirements
Source: GMT041_25-26 - Advert GH.pdfMandatory: CIDB registration with a grading designation of 7GB or higher; NHBRC registration (proof required); TCS PIN for tax compliance must be submitted with the tender; successful bidder must register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). B-BBEE status and specific goals contribute 20 points to evaluation. Building plans must be developed by a SACAP-registered person.
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71 York Street - George - George - 6529
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
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