What are the major tender opportunities in Durban?

Durban (eThekwini) offers major opportunities in port infrastructure, logistics and warehousing, water and sanitation (Durban Water Projects), transport (bus shelters, road maintenance), and tourism development (beachfront upgrades, Durban ICC).

How do I register as a supplier with eThekwini Municipality?

Register at ethekwinisupplierdb.durban.gov.za. Requirements include CSD registration, valid tax clearance, B-BBEE certification, and company documents. eThekwini has specific development requirements for township businesses.

Are there opportunities in rural KwaZulu-Natal?

Yes, rural districts like Zululand, uMkhanyakude, and Harry Gwala have significant infrastructure backlogs, creating opportunities in road construction, school building, clinic construction, and water/sanitation projects.

Who are the top suppliers in Kwazulu natal?

Based on the last 12 months of procurement data, the top suppliers include CCCC-WSM JV, DOWN TOUCH INVESTMENTS, BUMBELIHLE HOLDINGS. These companies hold a significant share of the total award value.

How competitive is the Kwazulu natal procurement market?

The market concentration (HHI) is highly concentrated at 0.33. There are 20 unique suppliers active in this market.

What is the supplier dependency rate for Kwazulu natal?

The repeat supplier rate is 30%, indicating a relatively open market with regular new entrants.

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KwaZulu-Natal Tenders & eThekwini Municipal RFQs

Find government tender opportunities in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa's second-most populous province. Track procurement from eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality (Durban), uMgungundlovu (Pietermaritzburg), and KZN Provincial Government departments. KwaZulu-Natal's strategic position with Africa's busiest port (Durban) creates unique opportunities in logistics, manufacturing, and maritime services. The province's diverse economy spans tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, and port operations.

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ZNTU 04288 WWater Collection, Treatment and SupplyKwaZulu-Natal

DOH: provision of borehole with booster pump and water treatment system - ndlangubo clinic wims NO. 058501

ZNTU 04280 WWater Collection, Treatment and SupplyKwaZulu-Natal

DOH - mbongolwane hospital: provision of two boreholes with booster pump and water treatment system. Required grading is 3ce or higher

Public Works

DOH - mbongolwane hospital: provision of two boreholes with booster pump and water treatment system. Required grading is 3ce or higher

079-877-7758

Closes:03 Aug 202637 days remaining

KZN/PRASA/2026/06/11/QConstructionKwaZulu-Natal

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at escombe station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at escombe station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

011-013-0411

Closes:24 Jul 202627 days remaining

KZN/PRASA/2026/06/09/QConstructionKwaZulu-Natal

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at malvern station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at malvern station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

011-013-0411

Closes:24 Jul 202627 days remaining

KZN/PRASA/2026/06/10/QConstructionKwaZulu-Natal

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at hillary station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at hillary station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

011-013-0411

Closes:24 Jul 202627 days remaining

DTP/RFP/08/FIN/02/2026Administrative and Support ActivitiesKwaZulu-Natal

Appointment of a service provider to conduct trainings for dtpc supplier & enterprise development for a period of three (3) years

Dube Tradeport

Appointment of a service provider to conduct trainings for dtpc supplier & enterprise development for a period of three (3) years

032-814-0114

Closes:24 Jul 202627 days remaining

ZNQ 26-26-27Services: GeneralKwaZulu-NatalUrgent

Appointment of a suitable and capable service provider to conduct b-bbee verification for the period of three (3) months at KZN department of public works & infrastructure at 191 prince alfred street, pietermaritzburg 3200

Kwazulu Natal - Public Works (Head Office)

Appointment of a suitable and capable service provider to conduct b-bbee verification for the period of three (3) months at KZN department of public works & infrastructure at 191 prince alfred street, pietermaritzburg 3200

036-638-8097

Closes:03 Jul 20266 days remaining

KZN/PRASA/2026/03/04/Q-1Electricity, Gas, Steam and Air ConditioningKwaZulu-Natal

Supply and delivery of master trip relay,specialised padlock,measuring wheel

Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)

Supply and delivery of master trip relay,specialised padlock,measuring wheel

011-013-0411

Closes:08 Jul 202611 days remaining

PS 06/2026Wholesale and Retail Trade and Repair of Motor Vehicles and MotorcyclesKwaZulu-Natal

Ps 06/2026: appointment of a panel of service providers for the supply and delivery of spare parts for all municipal vehicles for a period of three (3) years

Alfred Duma Local Municipality

Ps 06/2026: appointment of a panel of service providers for the supply and delivery of spare parts for all municipal vehicles for a period of three (3) years

+27 36 637 2231

Closes:28 Jul 202631 days remaining

PS 07/2026Wholesale and Retail Trade and Repair of Motor Vehicles and MotorcyclesKwaZulu-Natal

Ps 07/2026: appointment of a panel of service providers for mechanical repairs and maintenance of municipal fleet and equipment for a period of three (3) years

Alfred Duma Local Municipality

Ps 07/2026: appointment of a panel of service providers for mechanical repairs and maintenance of municipal fleet and equipment for a period of three (3) years

+27 36 637 2231

Closes:29 Jul 202632 days remaining

X.004-146-2025/1FConstructionKwaZulu-Natal

Sub-contract for subconsulting services for the emergency routine road maintenance on national route r59 sections 2 to 3, and national route r30 sections 4 to 6 in the lejweleputswa district municipality

South African National Roads Agency Soc Limited (SANRAL)

Sub-contract for subconsulting services for the emergency routine road maintenance on national route r59 sections 2 to 3, and national route r30 sections 4 to 6 in the lejweleputswa district municipality

021-957-4600

Closes:10 Jul 202613 days remaining

READVERTISEMENT: MN14/2025-26Services: BuildingKwaZulu-Natal

Readvertisement: MN14/2025-26: rehabilitation of inkosi khumalo modular library (floor & foundation)

Emadlangeni Local Municipality

Readvertisement: MN14/2025-26: rehabilitation of inkosi khumalo modular library (floor & foundation)

034-331-3041

Closes:09 Jul 202612 days remaining

Business Guide

Doing Business in KwaZulu-Natal

KwaZulu-Natal offers diverse procurement opportunities driven by its strategic ports, strong manufacturing base, and growing tourism sector. The province has ambitious infrastructure development plans.

Key Procurement Entities

Metropolitan Municipality

eThekwini (Durban): Major port city, significant infrastructure investment

District Municipalities

uMgungundlovu (Pietermaritzburg - provincial capital)
uMhlathuze (Richards Bay - industrial hub)
The Msunduzi (Newcastle - manufacturing center)

Hot Sectors in KwaZulu-Natal

Port & Logistics: Durban Port expansion, Richards Bay development
Manufacturing: Automotive industry (Toyota, Mercedes), textiles
Sugar & Agriculture: Cane processing, agri-infrastructure
Tourism: Coastal development, convention centers
Water & Sanitation: Umgeni Water contracts, rural sanitation

Key SOEs in KZN

Transnet Port Terminals: Port of Durban operations
Richards Bay Coal Terminal: Mining logistics
Umgeni Water: Bulk water supply

Winning Tips for KZN Tenders

Radical Economic Transformation: KZN prioritizes transformation
Rural Development: Significant opportunities in rural municipalities
Maritime Skills: Port-related certifications valued
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Frequently Asked Questions

Competitive Landscape

Ranked supplier analysis

CCCC-WSM JV

Win Rate

100.0%

CDS

0.52

Awards

DOWN TOUCH INVESTMENTS

Win Rate

100.0%

CDS

0.34

Awards

BUMBELIHLE HOLDINGS

Win Rate

100.0%

CDS

0.33

Awards

EAST CHINA ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CO LTD (INCORPORATED IN PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA)

Win Rate

100.0%

CDS

0.33

Awards

BSG CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION

Market Structure

Concentration and dependency metrics

Market Concentration (HHI)

Concentrated0.334

Competitive (<0.15)Moderate (0.15–0.25)Concentrated (>0.25)

Top 5 Supplier Share84.0%

Repeat Supplier Rate30.0%

Supplier Dependency Index0.0%

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Bidder Behavior

Participation and dominance patterns

10dominant incumbents

10emerging companies

Dominant Incumbents

CCCC-WSM JV
DOWN TOUCH INVESTMENTS
BUMBELIHLE HOLDINGS
EAST CHINA ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CO LTD (INCORPORATED IN PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA)
BSG CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION
SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION FOR MARINE BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH (RF)
ENDOMED MEDICAL AND SURGICAL SUPPLIES
ACCESS MEDICAL
IMPUMELELO CONSULTING ENGINEERS
STEFANUTTI STOCKS

Emerging Companies

CCCC-WSM JV
DOWN TOUCH INVESTMENTS
BUMBELIHLE HOLDINGS
EAST CHINA ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CO LTD (INCORPORATED IN PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA)
BSG CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION
SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION FOR MARINE BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH (RF)
ENDOMED MEDICAL AND SURGICAL SUPPLIES
ACCESS MEDICAL
IMPUMELELO CONSULTING ENGINEERS
STEFANUTTI STOCKS

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energy2 tenders

telecommunications43 tenders

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Kwa-Zulu Natal - Trade and Investment KwaZulu-Natal0 tenders Airports Company South Africa (ACSA)0 tenders Abaqulusi Local Municipality0 tenders

eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality0 tenders

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174 Active

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Services: General

166 Active

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Other Service Activities

127 Active

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111 Active

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Rental and Leasing Activities

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KwaZulu-Natal Tenders & eThekwini Municipal RFQs

DOH: provision of borehole with booster pump and water treatment system - ndlangubo clinic wims NO. 058501

Leasing office in durban for the technology innovation agency (tia)

DOH - mbongolwane hospital: provision of two boreholes with booster pump and water treatment system. Required grading is 3ce or higher

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at escombe station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at malvern station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

Request for quotation (RFQ) for the appointment of a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at hillary station within old mainline to be done over 12 weeks construction period in kwa zulu natal region.

Appointment of a service provider to conduct trainings for dtpc supplier & enterprise development for a period of three (3) years

Appointment of a suitable and capable service provider to conduct b-bbee verification for the period of three (3) months at KZN department of public works & infrastructure at 191 prince alfred street, pietermaritzburg 3200

Supply and delivery of master trip relay,specialised padlock,measuring wheel

Ps 06/2026: appointment of a panel of service providers for the supply and delivery of spare parts for all municipal vehicles for a period of three (3) years

Ps 07/2026: appointment of a panel of service providers for mechanical repairs and maintenance of municipal fleet and equipment for a period of three (3) years

Sub-contract for subconsulting services for the emergency routine road maintenance on national route r59 sections 2 to 3, and national route r30 sections 4 to 6 in the lejweleputswa district municipality

Readvertisement: MN14/2025-26: rehabilitation of inkosi khumalo modular library (floor & foundation)

Worship site sale for erf 4735 bhekuzulu within abaqulusi municipality

Worship site sale for erf 2341 vryheid within abaqulusi municipality

Worship site sale for erf 2327 vryheid within abaqulusi municipality

Worship site sale for erf 4736 bhekuzulu within abaqulusi municipality

Worship site sale for erf 272 hlobane within abaqulusi municipality

Worship site sale for erf 2984 bhekuzulu within abaqulusi municipality

Worship site sale for erf 294 hlobane within abaqulusi municipality

Doing Business in KwaZulu-Natal

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Key SOEs in KZN

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