Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
CORNER OF HIGH AND MARK STREET - VRYHEID - VRYHEID - 3100
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
29 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157647
Abaqulusi local municipality invites bids for the labour-intensive repair and refurbishment of mbilane gravel road in ward 5, requiring CIDB grading 3ce or higher. The project prioritizes job creation, with a 5% minimum labour content and targets for women and youth, and mandates epwp-trained supervisory staff.
Submit a sealed, bound bid document marked with "REPAIR AND REFURBISHMENT OF MBILANI GRAVEL ROAD IN WARD 5" and "Bid No: 8/2/1/597" to the Bid Box at the Foyer of Abaqulusi Local Municipality, Cnr High & Mark Street, Vryheid, 3100 by 15 June 2026 at 12:00. Late, emailed, faxed, or telephonic submissions will not be accepted. Include all returnable documents: Company Registration Document, SARS Tax PIN, certified copies of Directors' ID (not older than 3 months), Municipal Rates Statement (or rural residence proof/lease agreement), CSD registration, CIDB Grading 3CE or higher with CRS number and Letter of Good Standing. Incomplete submissions may be disqualified. Bids remain valid for 90 days post-closing. Queries: Mr. P Zwane ([email protected], Tel: 034 982 2133) and cc Mzolo Consulting Engineers ([email protected]).
Contractors must have Grade 3CE or higher CIDB registration; demonstrate labour-intensive work experience and supervisory capacity (NQF Level 5 training for supervisors); have adequate financial resources and plant equipment; score minimum 70 points on eligibility assessment covering project manager experience, site foreman experience, specific road project experience, reference checks, plant ownership, and bank rating; and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements including tax and municipal payments.
Scope: Repair and refurbishment of Mbilane Gravel Road in Ward 5. Labour-intensive contract requiring: (a) EPWP or similar NQF Level 5 trained supervisory staff, (b) liquid assets/credit for 2 months’ expenditures, (c) timely access to essential plant/equipment, (d) labour-based work methods. Minimum labour content: 5% of project value (wage spend/total value). Job creation targets: 5 work opportunities (60 person-days), 3 women (30 person-days), 2 youth (30 person-days). Supervisor-to-worker ratio: 1:20. Maximum completion time: 32 weeks. Alternative tenders permitted for individual items or designs (must include 5% Employer’s cost for design checks).
Only contractors with stage 3 ce or higher
Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
CORNER OF HIGH AND MARK STREET - VRYHEID - VRYHEID - 3100
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REPAIRS AND REFURBISHMENT OF MBILANI GRAVEL ROAD 8-2-1-597.pdf
The Abaqulusi Local Municipality invites tenders for the repairs and refurbishment of the Mbilane Gravel Road in Ward 5. The tender requires a Grade 3CE or higher CIDB contractor, emphasizes labour-intensive methods, and will be evaluated using an 80/20 preference point system. The closing date is 15 June 2026.
Date & Time
Monday, 15 June 2026 - 12:00
Venue
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29 May
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
15 Jun
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Median Estimate
R 519 712
Range
Based on 12 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.
Pricing: Fixed rates for contract duration (Rand). VAT must be shown separately. Include all duties/taxes (except VAT) applicable 14 days before closing. Alternative tenders must provide priced Bill of Quantities and supporting documents (drawings, calculations). Payment terms and bonds/guarantees as per Contract Data. Tender validity: 90 days post-closing (may be extended in writing). Withdrawal or failure to sign/furnish security may incur liability for Employer’s costs.
Mandatory: CIDB Grading 3CE or higher with CRS number and Letter of Good Standing. CSD registration (National Treasury Central Supplier Database) with MAAA supplier reference number. Tax Clearance Certificate (SARS), VAT Registration (if applicable), Workman’s Compensation Certificate (or proof of contributions), Municipal Services Payment Proof (or rural residence affidavit), Certified Company/CC/Trust/Partnership Registration, Certified ID copies of Directors (not older than 3 months), Contractor’s Health & Safety Declaration. Fully completed Municipal Bidding Documents (MBD1, MBD4, MBD5, MBD6.1, MBD8, MBD9). Joint Ventures require Agreement and Power of Attorney. B-BBEE: Minimum Level 5 (4 points allocated).
Closing date: 15 June 2026 at 12:00. Site visit/clarification meeting: Date and time to be confirmed via tender advertisement (venue: Cnr High & Mark Street, Vryheid, 3100). Enquiries: Confirm attendance at least one working day in advance with Mzolo Consulting Engineers (Tel: 031 001 8932, Email: [email protected]).
Abaqulusi Local Municipality: Mr. P Zwane (SCM), Email: [email protected], Tel: 034 982 2133, Address: Cnr High & Mark Street, Vryheid, 3100. Employer’s Agent: Mzolo Consulting Engineers, Address: 07 Fairhaven, 04 Coronation Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, Tel: 031 001 8932, Fax: 086 425 6243, Email: [email protected]. Submission Address: Bid Box at the Foyer of Abaqulusi Local Municipality, Cnr High & Mark Street, Vryheid, 3100. Postal Address: PO Box 57, Vryheid, 3100.
Tenders in this industry often require registration with these bodies.
Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) registration is mandatory for almost all public sector construction tenders. Ensure your grading matches the tender value.
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Act 53 of 2003
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Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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Act 5 of 2000
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Act 28 of 2024
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Act 2 of 2000
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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Act 38 of 2000
Important for public-sector construction and infrastructure tenders that require contractor grading or construction procurement standards.
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Organization
Abaqulusi Local MunicipalityContact Person
Philani Zwane
Phone
034-982-2133
[email protected]
Address
CORNER OF HIGH AND MARK STREET - VRYHEID - VRYHEID - 3100
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
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Last checked
29 May 2026
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Abaqulusi Local Municipality governs Vryheid and surrounds in the Zululand District of KwaZulu-Natal.
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