This tender invites bids for the construction of the mhlwazini access bridge phase 2 in ward 02 of umuziwabantu local municipality, kwazulu-natal. IT is targeted at cidb-registered contractors with a minimum classification of 6ce or higher, and requires compliance with strict technical, financial, and legal criteria.
Key Requirements
- CIDB classification of 6ce or higher is mandatory for bidders or joint ventures (lead partner must meet this requirement). - Submit a non-refundable document deposit of r500.00 And obtain tender documents from 15–23 june 2026 or download from specified websites. - Attend the compulsory briefing session on 24 june 2026 at 11:00 and sign the attendance register. - Provide proof of csd registration, valid tax clearance certificate, CIDB registration, and compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, including a detailed health and safety plan. - Functionality evaluation requires a minimum score of 70% (100 points total), with emphasis on experience (60 points), key plant/equipment (20 points), and personnel qualifications (site agent and foreman). - Submit all returnable documents, including mbd forms 1, 4, 8, 9, and municipal rates clearance or lease agreements, by the closing date of 15 july 2026 at 12:00. - Tenders must be valid for 120 days post-closing and comply with the 80/20 preference points system, including locality-based goals.
Tender Description
Construction of mhlwazini access bridge phase 2 in ward 02
Briefing SessionCompulsory
Date & Time
Wednesday, 15 July 2026 - 12:00
Venue
LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Tenders in this industry often require registration with these bodies.
CIDB Registration
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Typical Documents
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Company Registration (CIPC)
Tax Clearance Certificate
B-BBEE Certificate
CSD Registration
Company Profile
CIDB Registration Certificate
NHBRC Registration (if applicable)
Health & Safety Plan
Insurance Certificates
Previous Project Completion Certificates
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217
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TENDER DOCUMENT MHLWAZINI ACCESS BRIDGE PHASE 2 IN WARD 02.pdf
The tender is for the construction of the Mhlwazini Access Bridge Phase 2 in Ward 02, issued by Umuziwabantu Local Municipality. The project requires a CIDB classification of 6CE or higher. The tender closes on 15 July 2026 at 12:00 GMT, with a compulsory briefing session on 24 June 2026. The estimated value is up to R50,000,000, and the 80/20 Preference Points System will be used for evaluation. Functionality criteria include experience, equipment, key personnel, and method statements, with a minimum score of 70% required to pass.
Bid-ready summary. The submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, technical, financial, and compliance sections are refined into professional, easy-to-scan prose. This is the final version you can rely on when preparing your bid or briefing your team.
We refine every tender document through these stages so you can brief your team and prepare your bid with confidence. Anything marked as "in progress" will be upgraded automatically — no action required from you.
Tender closing date and time: 15 July 2026 at 12:00 (noon).
Compulsory clarification/briefing session: 24 June 2026 at 11:00.
Bid documents obtainable from: 15 June to 23 June 2026, between 08:00 and 15:30, at the Finance (SCM) offices, Municipal Buildings, Murchison Street, Harding. Documents must be reserved prior to purchase if collecting on the briefing day. No documents sold on the briefing day.
Bid documents can also be downloaded from: www.umuziwabantu.gov.za; www.cidb.org.za; and etenders.gov.za.
Submit your bid to the bid box at the Finance (SCM) offices, Municipal Buildings, 10 Murchison Street, Harding, 4680, before the closing date and time.
The tender box is located in the foyer at the Municipal Offices.
Telegraphic, telefax, or faxed bids will not be considered. Late bids will not be accepted.
All tenders must be valid for 120 days after tender closing.
Tenders will be considered invalid if: not submitted on the Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1); not completed in non-erasable ink; not signed; or if the signatory's name is not stated or is indecipherable.
The Employer may negotiate final terms with preferred tenderers, provided it does not give an unfair advantage, harm other tenderers, or lead to a higher price.
Umuziwabantu Municipality's Supply Chain Management Policy is available for viewing at the Engineers Office, Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 15:00.
Invalid or non-submission of these documents will cause disqualification: Municipal Rates/Service Charges statements (or lease agreement/affidavit); MBD 1, 4, 8, 9; marriage certificate (if applicable); Joint Venture Agreement; CSD proof; CIDB registration certificate; Tax Clearance Certificate.
For tenders over R10 million: audited financial statements; certificate of no municipal arrears; particulars of past state contracts; statement on foreign sourcing.
Proof of compliance with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.
A letter of good standing regarding UIF payments may be requested.
Functionality scoring (100 points total, minimum 70% to pass):
Experience on similar projects: 60 points.
Availability of key plant and equipment: 20 points.
Site Agent qualifications and experience: 5 points.
Foreman qualifications and experience: 5 points.
Method Statement and Programme: 10 points.
Preference points system (80/20) applies.
Specific goals for locality preference points:
Company located within Umuziwabantu Local Municipality: 20 points.
Company located within Ugu District Municipality: 10 points.
Company located within KwaZulu-Natal: 5 points.
All tenders evaluated on same criteria (Functionality and Specific Goals).
Tenderers must be legally registered, solvent, compliant with all legal requirements, and demonstrate necessary technical, financial, and managerial capacity.
Minimum CIDB classification of 6CE or higher required.
Project: Construction of Mhlwazini Access Bridge Phase 2 in Ward 2.
CIDB classification required: 6CE or higher.
The tenderer must demonstrate necessary professional and technical qualifications, financial resources, equipment, managerial capability, personnel, experience, and reputation.
The tenderer must have management and supervisory staff meeting labour-intensive competency requirements.
Key personnel scoring in functionality: Site Agent and Foreman qualifications and experience are evaluated.
The tenderer is deemed to have inspected the site, understood access conditions, and accounted for any limitations or restrictions imposed by authorities.
The successful tenderer must subcontract to local subcontractors.
Experience points are awarded for completed reinforced concrete bridge or portal culvert projects.
Site Agent requires a National Diploma in Civil Engineering with relevant experience.
Foreman requires a National Certificate in Building/Civil Engineering with relevant experience.
Method Statement must be relevant to bridges and roads projects.
Experience points are awarded for completed reinforced concrete bridge or portal culvert projects: Five or more (50 points), Four (40), Three (30), Two (20), One (10). Certified copies of appointment letters and completion certificates from a municipality or government entity are required.
Site Agent qualifications and experience: National Diploma in Civil Engineering with five+ years experience (5 points), three-four years (3 points), one-two years (1 point). Certified copies of qualifications and CVs required.
Foreman qualifications and experience: National Certificate in Building/Civil Engineering with five+ years experience (5 points), three-four years (3 points), one-two years (1 point).
Method Statement: Relevant to bridges and roads projects (max 10 points).
The tenderer must provide the names of all management and supervisory staff for the labour-intensive works, with evidence they meet eligibility requirements.
The tenderer is responsible for any testing necessary to demonstrate that the offer satisfies requirements.
The Employer may request additional material for a full risk assessment, including notarized joint venture agreements and samples.
The tenderer must check for errors in the Pricing Data and request rectification before submission.
The Employer may request justification for rates or lump sums deemed unbalanced and may ask for adjustments without changing the total price.
Arithmetical errors will be corrected: amounts in words govern over figures; line-item totals govern for unit rate errors; the total of prices governs for summation errors.
A non-refundable document deposit of R500.00 (inclusive of VAT) is payable in cash or by bank-guaranteed cheque.
Pricing must be in Rand. Include all duties, taxes (except VAT), and levies applicable 14 days before tender closing.
Show VAT payable by the employer separately as an addition to the tendered total.
Rates and prices are fixed for the contract duration, subject to adjustment only as per the contract conditions.
The employer may reject tenders with unit rates or lump sums deemed unreasonable or out of proportion. The tenderer may be required to justify or adjust them.
For tenders exceeding R10 million (inclusive of VAT), submit: audited annual financial statements for 3 years (or since establishment); a certificate confirming no undisputed municipal service arrears over 30 days; particulars of past five years' state contracts; a statement on foreign sourcing and payment transfers.
The tenderer is advised to seek qualified advice regarding insurance, as employer-provided insurance may not offer full cover.
The Bill of Quantities is in Part C2.2.
Pricing Instructions are in Part C2.1.
The tenderer must check for errors in the Pricing Data and request rectification before submission.
CIDB Registration: Must be registered with the CIDB in a grading designation of 6CE or higher. Joint ventures require all members to be registered, with the lead partner having the required grading.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Proof of registration is required.
Tax Compliance: A valid original Tax Clearance Certificate from SARS is mandatory.
B-BBEE: Preference points will be awarded for B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution.
Legal Documents: Submit an entity's registration certificate (Companies or Close Corporation).
Municipal Rates: Provide Municipal Rates and Service Charges statements confirming no arrears over 90 days, or a valid lease agreement, or an affidavit if not liable for rates.
Joint Venture: A Joint Venture Agreement specifying the signatory is required if applicable.
Occupational Health & Safety: Proof of compliance with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act is required. Submit a detailed Health and Safety Plan.
Other: Submit MBD forms 1, 4, 8, 9 as applicable. A marriage certificate is required if the municipal account is under a spouse's name.
Eligibility Disqualifiers: Tenderers will be ineligible if under restriction for corrupt practices; lack legal capacity; are insolvent; do not comply with legal requirements; cannot demonstrate resources and standing; or are not in good standing regarding duties and taxes.
Submit the Occupational Health and Safety Agreement (C1.4) and a letter of good standing from the Compensation Commissioner or licensed insurer within 14 days of contract commencement.
Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations 2003 is mandatory. Costs for compliance must be included.
Submit a detailed Health and Safety Plan with the tender, covering: management structure and supervision; induction training; health and safety precautions and procedures; regular monitoring; liaison meetings; site security, welfare, first aid; site rules and emergency procedures.
The Contractor must ensure all subcontractors also comply.
Submit the Occupational Health and Safety Agreement (C1.4) and a letter of good standing from the Compensation Commissioner or licensed insurer within 14 days of contract commencement.
Maintain a Health and Safety File on site and hand it over on final completion.
The Employer may cancel the tender process or reject any tender offer at any time before contract formation, without liability.
The contract will be awarded to the tenderer scoring the highest number of tender evaluation points.
For alternative tender offers, the modified Pricing Data must include an additional 10% of the tendered amount to cover the Employer's design confirmation costs.
The tenderer accepts full responsibility and liability that any accepted alternative offer complies with the Employer's standards.
Where the tendered amount exceeds R10 million (inclusive of VAT), additional financial and contract history documents are required.
The tenderer must submit all required securities, bonds, guarantees, policies, and certificates of insurance before contract formation if requested.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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