166 K E Masinga Road (Formerly Old Fort Road) - Durban - KZN - 4001
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
17 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-162759
Summary
This tender, issued by ethekwini metropolitan municipality, invites bids for a 36-month rates-based panel contract to perform maintenance repairs on roads and stormwater infrastructure on an as-needed basis. IT is targeted at contractors with CIDB grades 4ce, 5ce, or 6ce (or higher) and requires compliance with b-bbee, tax, and municipal regulations.
Key Requirements
CIDB grading of 4CE, 5CE, or 6CE (or higher) is mandatory for eligibility. - Mandatory attendance at the Compulsory Clarification Meeting on 27 July 2026 at 10:00 in Durban. - Submit both a hard copy (to the Tender Box, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban) and an electronic copy via the eThekwini JDE System by 21 August 2026 at 11:00. - Valid B-BBEE certificate, Tax Compliance Status PIN, and registration on the National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Supplier Portal are required. - Tenders must remain valid for 12 months post-original validity period unless notified otherwise. - Evaluation will use the 80/20 or 90/10 Price Preference Point System, with non-responsive tenders rejected. - Compliance with all returnable forms (e.g., MBD 5, Declaration of Municipal Fees) and joint venture agreements (if applicable) is mandatory.
Rates-based panel contract for the
maintenance repairs to roads and
stormwater infrastructure to be used
as-and-when-required for a period of
36 months
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Rates-based panel contract for the maintenance repairs to roads and stormwater infrastructure to be used as-and-when-required for a period of 36 months
Briefing SessionCompulsory
Date & Time
Friday, 21 August 2026 - 11:00
Venue
Engineering Training Centre, No. 8 Electron Road, Springfield, Durban.
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Requirements & Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
-A compulsory clarification meeting will be held at 10:00, on 2026-07-27, at the engineering training centre, NO. 8 electron road, springfield, durban. -All questions and answers will be consolidated and posted on etenders/municipal website by 2026-08-13 - 4ce, 5ce and 6ce -thabane khubone (t) 031-311 7271 general: xola mjaja (t) 031-311 7001
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This tender is for a rates-based panel contract for the maintenance and repairs of roads and stormwater infrastructure in the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal. The contract will be used as-and-when-required over a period of 36 months. The scope includes a wide range of works such as site clearance, drainage, earthworks, layerworks, ancillary road works, and services relocation. The contract is divided into various chapters and items with estimated quantities and rates provided in a Bill of Quantities (BoQ). The tender is open to contractors with CIDB Grades 4, 5, and 6.
The eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality is inviting tenders for a rates-based panel contract for the maintenance and repairs of roads and stormwater infrastructure. The contract will be as-and-when-required over a 36-month period. The tender is open to contractors with CIDB grades 4CE, 5CE, or 6CE (or higher). A compulsory clarification meeting is scheduled for 27 July 2026, and the tender closes on 21 August 2026 at 11:00 AM. Submissions must include both hard copy and electronic formats via the JDE System.
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Compulsory Clarification Meeting: 27 July 2026 at 10:00, Engineering Training Centre, No.8 Electron Road, Springfield, Durban 4091.
Consolidated Q&A from the clarification meeting will be uploaded: 13 August 2026.
Tender Closing Date/Time: 21 August 2026 at 11:00.
Tender Validity Period: Tenders must remain valid for 12 months after the original validity period expires, unless otherwise notified in writing.
Submit a hard copy of the tender offer to: The Tender Box in the foyer of the Municipal Building, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban.
Submit an electronic copy via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module). Both submissions are mandatory; the hard copy is the ruling version.
Tender offers submitted via any other means (e.g., fax, email) will be deemed invalid.
Ensure the outer package is sealed and marked with the employer's address and identification details.
Do not make alterations or additions to the tender documents except to correct errors by the employer or comply with their instructions.
Return all returnable documents (e.g., forms, schedules, certificates) fully completed, either electronically or in legible, non-erasable ink.
Sign the original and all copies of the tender offer where required. For joint ventures, indicate the lead partner.
If a two-envelope system is required, separate documents into "technical proposal" and "financial proposal" envelopes, each marked accordingly.
Tender offers must be received by the closing date/time: 21 August 2026 at 11:00. Proof of posting is not accepted as proof of delivery.
Withdraw or substitute a tender only by giving written notice to the employer’s agent before the closing time. Substitute tenders must be marked as "SUBSTITUTE".
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 36458-1M Tender Document .pdf (TENDER)
Cidb Grading
4CE
5CE
6CE (or higher)
Registration
Must be registered on eThekwini Municipality Supplier Portal.
Must be registered on National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Financial
Audited financial statements required if tender value exceeds R10 million (incl. VAT).
No undisputed municipal rates and taxes arrears.
Legal
Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN.
Valid CIDB Registration and Status.
Valid B-BBEE Certificates (if applicable).
No restrictions on doing business with the employer.
Joint Ventures
Each party in a JV must submit separate Tax Compliance Status PINs.
JV agreements must be formalized or include intent to formalize if awarded.
Technical Specifications
Source: 36458-1M Tender Document .pdf (TENDER)
Scope: Rates-based panel contract for maintenance repairs to roads and stormwater infrastructure, to be used as-and-when-required for 36 months.
CIDB Grading Requirement: Contractors must have a CIDB grading of 4CE, 5CE, or 6CE (or higher).
Contract Type: Infrastructure (GCC 2015).
Work includes repairs and maintenance as specified in the Bill of Quantities and project specifications (refer to Contract Data and Scope of Work sections).
Standard and particular specifications, as well as contract drawings, are provided in the tender documentation (Parts C3.3, C3.4, and C3.5).
Financial Requirements
Source: 36458-1M Tender Document .pdf (TENDER)
Pricing must include all duties, taxes (excluding VAT), and levies applicable 14 days before the closing date. VAT must be shown separately.
Rates and prices must be fixed for the contract duration and stated in Rand, unless otherwise specified.
Submit pricing in the required format (e.g., Bill of Quantities, pricing schedules).
Payment terms: Payment Certificates or Invoices (with Quantities summary) for interim and final payments, as well as Completion Certificates.
Audited Financial Statements are required if the tender value exceeds R10 million (incl. VAT).
Provide a list of contracts awarded in the past 5 years, including details of any non-compliance or disputes (Returnable Form: MBD 5).
Compliance Requirements
Source: 36458-1M Tender Document .pdf (TENDER)
CIDB Registration: Must have a valid CIDB grading of 4CE, 5CE, or 6CE (or higher) at the time of tender closing and before final award.
B-BBEE: Valid B-BBEE certificate required; status will be verified via the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Tax Compliance: Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN required for all tenderers (and each JV member). Verified via CSD.
Municipal Rates and Taxes: Must certify no undisputed municipal service arrears (Returnable Form: Declaration of Municipal Fees). If in arrears, a formal repayment agreement must be in place by tender closing.
CSD Registration: Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (https://secure.csd.gov.za).
eThekwini Supplier Portal: Must be registered on the eThekwini Municipality Supplier Portal (https://www.durban.gov.za > Business > SCM > Accredited Supplier & Contractor Database).
Joint Ventures (JV): Each JV member must submit separate Tax Compliance PINs and meet all individual compliance requirements. Formal JV agreements must be submitted (Returnable Form: Joint Venture Agreements).
Tender Validity: Tenders must remain valid for 12 months after the original validity period, unless otherwise notified.
Returnable Forms: Include Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire, MBD 5 (financials and past contracts), and Declaration of Municipal Fees.
Contract Type: Rates-based panel contract for as-and-when-required maintenance repairs to roads and stormwater infrastructure.
Duration: 36 months.
Eligibility: CIDB Grades 4, 5, or 6 contractors.
Scope: Covers preliminary/general items, site clearance, services, drainage, earthworks, layerworks, ancillary road works, and finishing road/road reserve.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 1M-36458 BOQ RATE BASED.xlsx (unknown)
Cidb Grade
4
5
6
Legal
Must be a legally registered entity in South Africa.
Must comply with all relevant labor laws and regulations.
Must have valid tax clearance and other statutory compliance certificates.
Financial
Must demonstrate financial capability to handle Work Package Orders of varying sizes (up to R20 million).
Must provide proof of financial stability (e.g., bank guarantees, insurance).
Technical
Must have prior experience in similar road and stormwater infrastructure maintenance projects.
Must possess the necessary equipment, plant, and human resources to execute the works.
Technical Specifications
Source: 1M-36458 BOQ RATE BASED.xlsx (unknown)
Scope: Rates-based panel contract for maintenance repairs to roads and stormwater infrastructure, to be used as-and-when-required over a 36-month period.
Eligibility: Open to contractors with CIDB Grades 4, 5, or 6.
Work Types: Includes preliminary/general items, site clearance, services, drainage, earthworks, layerworks, ancillary road works, and finishing road/road reserve.
Specific Tasks: Accommodation of traffic, clearing/grubbing, culverts, concrete kerbing/channeling, asphalt layers, road restraint systems, fencing, road signs, road markings/studs, landscaping, and mechanically stabilized fill/gabions.
Standards: Compliance with SANS (e.g., SANS 1350 for guardrails, SANS 1442 for road studs) and engineering drawings (e.g., Drawing 38571 for manholes, 38577 for kerbing).
Environmental: Monitoring of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) compliance per Work Package Order; dedicated environmental officer required for orders >R1m.
Safety: Health and Safety Plan implementation per Work Package Order; penalties for non-compliance (e.g., R2000/day fixed penalty, R1000/hour time-related penalty).
Traffic Management: Accommodation of pedestrian/vehicle traffic; provision of traffic safety officers, delineators, barriers, and illuminated signs.
Routine Maintenance: Grass cutting, drain cleaning, culvert cleaning, road patching, watering of gravel deviations, and other ordered maintenance.
Dayworks: Rates provided for labor (unskilled to foreman), equipment (e.g., motor grader, vibratory roller), vehicles, and materials procurement.
Programming: Submission of Scheme 1 (for orders <R6m) or Scheme 2 (for orders >R6m) programs; monthly updates required for larger orders.
Stakeholder Liaison: Community Liaison Officer (CLO) appointment and stakeholder management per Work Package Order.
Security: On-site security required to prevent work disruptions.
166 K E Masinga Road (Formerly Old Fort Road) - Durban - KZN - 4001
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