Construction of maflethini access road ward 02 – government tender in kwazulu-natal

Compulsory briefing: 27 October 2026 at 11:00, at uMzimkhulu Municipality Makhosini Building Boardroom, 247 Mzimkhulu Mlonyana Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297.

Document purchase start: 20 October 2026, 09:30.

Document purchase cut-off: 27 October 2026, 15 minutes before briefing time (i.e. 10:45).

Closing: 20 November 2026 at 12:00.

Technical enquiries:

• Contact: Mr. M. Mngadi (Consultant)
• Telephone: 084 818 9508
• Email: [email protected]

Technical enquiries:

• Contact: Mr. L. Mgcwaba
• Telephone: 039 259 5006
• Email: [email protected]

SCM compliance enquiries:

• Contact: Mr. S. Ndawonde
• Telephone: 039 259 5089
• Email: [email protected]

Submission address:

uMzimkhulu Local Municipality

169 Main Street

uMzimkhulu, 3297

(reception area tender box)

Submission method: deposit in the tender box at uMzimkhulu Local Municipality, 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 (reception area).

Closing time: 12:00 on 20 November 2026.

Telegraphic, telex, telephone, electronic, facsimile and late tenders will not be accepted.

Tenders may only be submitted on the tender documentation provided by the municipality.

Returnable documents (all must be submitted, valid, and signed):

• CSD registration proof or CSD registration number.
• MBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses any connection between bidder and state employees.
• MBD 5 (Declaration of Bidder's Past SCM Practices): declares past supply chain management practices.
• MBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims preference points under the 80/20 system.
• MBD 8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past SCM Practices): declares past supply chain management practices.
• MBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination): certifies independent pricing, no collusion.
• Certificate of Authority to sign all tender and contract documents, issued by the Board of Directors, on company letterhead, duly signed and dated.

Disqualification risks:

• Invalid or non-submission of any of the above documents.
• Missing the closing time for any reason.

Evaluation stages:

1. Functionality (80 points) — minimum threshold 40 points or 50%.
2. Price (80 points) and Specific Goals (20 points) under the 80/20 preference point system.

Functionality segments (compulsory to score at least 50% per segment; failing any segment renders the bidder non-responsive):

• Experience of the Bidder (max 30 points): 5 or more completed New Gravel Access Roads or Upgrading from Gravel to Blacktop projects: 30 points; 3-4 projects: 15 points; 0-2 projects: 0 points. Verification: appointment letters and completion certificates per project.
• Qualification and Experience of Site Agent (max 20 points): minimum National Diploma in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Project Management in Civil. 10+ years relevant experience with similar projects: 10 points; 5-9 years: 5 points; 0-4 years: 0 points. Verification: certified copies of qualifications (valid from tender closing date) and CVs detailing nature and years of experience.
• Qualification and Experience of General Foreman (max 20 points): minimum NQF Level 4 in Civil Construction. 10+ years relevant experience with similar projects: 10 points; 5-9 years: 5 points; 0-4 years: 0 points. Verification: certified copies of qualifications and CVs.
• Methodology (Construction Programme) (max 10 points): detailed Gantt chart showing sequencing, timelines, critical path, plant and labour demand with cash flows. All aspects covered: 10 points; limited information: 5 points; not covered: 0 points.
• Plant and Equipment (max 20 points): points for owned and hired plant as per table. Owned plant: TLB 3, Motor Grader 3, 2x10 cube Tipper Trucks 4, Water Tanker 2, Smooth Drum Roller 2, Excavator 3, Grid/Pad Foot Roller (15t) 3. Hired plant: half points (TLB 1.5, Motor Grader 1.5, Tipper Trucks 2, Water Tanker 1, Smooth Drum Roller 1, Excavator 1.5, Grid/Pad Foot Roller 1.5). All listed plant is required, either owned or hired. Verification: proof of ownership and license disk, or original commitment letter from a registered plant hire company (certified by Commissioner of Oaths) with hiring terms and conditions.

Specific Goals (max 20 points):

• RDP Goals: 100% South African citizen owned: 10 points; 50% owned: 5 points; less than 50% owned: 2.5 points. Verification: CIPC registration certificate or detailed CSD report verification, or certified copy of RSA ID of directors.
• Promotion of business: located within uMzimkhulu: 10 points; within Harry Gwala District: 5 points; within KZN province: 2.5 points. Verification: preferred address on CSD report and certified copy of utility bill, or original letter from Induna/Chief/Ward Councillor.

Price validity: 90 days.

Construction of Maflethini Access Road, Ward 02, uMzimkhulu Local Municipality.

CIDB grading: 6CE or higher.

Scope: construction of a new gravel access road or upgrading from gravel to blacktop (as per evaluation criteria).

Required plant (owned or hired):

• 1 x Tractor Loader Backhoe (TLB)
• 1 x Motor Grader
• 2 x 10 cube Tipper Trucks
• 1 x Water Tanker
• 1 x Smooth Drum Roller
• 1 x Excavator
• 1 x Grid / Pad Foot Roller (15t)

All committed plant must be available for the duration of the project.

Bidder experience: number of completed New Gravel Access Roads or Upgrading from Gravel to Blacktop projects (5+ projects: 30 points; 3-4: 15; 0-2: 0). Site Agent: minimum National Diploma in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Project Management in Civil; 10+ years experience: 10 points; 5-9: 5; 0-4: 0. General Foreman: minimum NQF Level 4 in Civil Construction; 10+ years: 10 points; 5-9: 5; 0-4: 0. Verification: certified copies of qualifications (valid from tender closing date) and CVs detailing nature and years of experience.

Pricing is evaluated under the 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price). No specific pricing format (e.g. bill of quantities) is stated in the document.

Tender document fee: R600 per document, non-refundable, payable in cash or by bank guaranteed cheque made out to uMzimkhulu Municipality.

No other financial requirements (bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention, payment terms) are stated in the document.

CSD registration: mandatory — attach proof of registration or provide CSD registration number.

MBD forms: MBD 4, 5, 6.1, 8 and 9 must be submitted (see submission guidelines).

Certificate of Authority: Board resolution on company letterhead, signed and dated, authorising the signatory.

CIDB grading: 6CE or higher.

Specific goals (B-BBEE / RDP): points awarded for South African citizen ownership and business location as per evaluation criteria.

Specific Goals (max 20 points):

• RDP Goals: 100% South African citizen owned: 10 points; 50% owned: 5 points; less than 50% owned: 2.5 points.
• Promotion of business: located within uMzimkhulu: 10 points; within Harry Gwala District: 5 points; within KZN province: 2.5 points.

Verification: CIPC registration certificate, CSD report, certified copy of RSA ID of directors, utility bill, or letter from Induna/Chief/Ward Councillor.

No specific contractual terms (duration, termination, penalties) are stated in the document. The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest bidder; the SCM policy applies.

Tenders must be deposited in the tender box at 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 (reception area) by 12:00 on 20 November 2026. Telegraphic, telex, telephone, electronic, facsimile and late tenders will not be accepted. Tenders may only be submitted on the municipality's tender documentation. The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest bidder; SCM policy applies.

Mandatory: CSD registration (attach proof or provide number). Submit MBD 4, 5, 6.1, 8 and 9. Provide Certificate of Authority from the Board of Directors on company letterhead, signed and dated.

80/20 preference point system. Functionality minimum threshold 40 points or 50%. Functionality segments: Experience of Bidder (max 30), Site Agent (max 20), General Foreman (max 20), Methodology (max 10), Plant and Equipment (max 20). Total functionality 80 points. Compulsory to score at least 50% per segment; otherwise non-responsive.