Supply and delivery of galvanised bushings and cornex ferrules – tender in kwazulu-natal

Closing date: 19 November 2026 at 12:00.

Tender documents available for self-download from the e-Tender Portal (www.e-tenders.gov.za) from 15 October 2026.

Bid validity period: 90 days from the closing date.

Bidding procedure enquiries:

• Contact: Mr N. Zulu
• Department: Finance (SCM)
• Telephone: 034 9822 133 x 2277
• Fax: 034 9821 939
• Email: [email protected]

Technical enquiries:

• Contact: Mdu Ntombela
• Department: Corporate Services
• Telephone: 034 9822 133
• Fax: 034 9821 939
• Email: [email protected]

General SCM enquiries:

• Email: [email protected]

Submission address:

Tender box, ground floor

Abaqulusi Local Municipality

Corner of High Street and Mark Street

Vryheid, 3100

Postal address:

The Municipal Manager

Abaqulusi Municipality

PO Box 57

Vryheid, 3100

Submission method: sealed envelope deposited in the tender box at the ground floor, Abaqulusi Local Municipality, corner of High Street and Mark Street, Vryheid 3100.

Envelope must be clearly marked "SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF GALVANISED BUSHINGS & CONEX FERRULES STOCK ITEMS AS PER SIZES, over 36 months. Tender NO: 8/2/1/654".

Closing time: 19 November 2026 at 12:00. Late bids are not accepted.

Bids must be submitted on the original documentation provided by Abaqulusi Municipality; re-typed or incomplete documents are disqualified.

All Municipal Bidding Documents (MBDs) must be completed in full; failure to do so disqualifies the bid.

Returnable forms and documents:

• MBD 2 (Tax Clearance Certificate Requirements): original valid tax clearance certificate or SARS PIN/CSD number must be submitted; certified copies are not acceptable.
• MBD 3.1 (Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices): firm prices only; non-firm prices are not considered.
• MBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses any connection to persons in the service of the state.
• MBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims specific goals points; failure to submit proof means no points claimed.
• MBD 7.1 (Form of Offer and Acceptance): contract form to be signed by successful bidder.
• MBD 8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past SCM Practices): declares any past improper conduct or restrictions.
• MBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination): certifies no collusive bidding.
• Proof of payment of the bid fee.
• Detailed Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report (required to claim specific goals).
• Valid company registration document.
• SARS PIN or tax clearance certificate.
• Certified B-BBEE certificate or original sworn affidavit from a Commissioner of Oaths.
• Certified current municipal account (water/electricity or rates and taxes) not older than three months, or lease agreement.
• Certified copies of identity documents of directors and owners.
• SABS Approval Certificate (the certificate itself, not the plan).
• Proof of bank rating (A, B, or C).
• Reference letters or purchase orders as proof of supply and delivery experience.

Disqualification risks:

• Any returnable form omitted or unsigned.
• Incomplete tender document.
• Late submission.
• Bidder not registered on the CSD.
• Bidder or any director/manager/principal shareholder/stakeholder in the service of the state.
• Bidder is an advisor or consultant contracted with the municipality.
• Non-compliance with tax obligations.

Evaluation sequence: completeness, responsiveness, functionality, then price and specific goals.

Preference point system: 80/20 (80 points price, 20 points specific goals).

Specific goals (20 points):

• Previously disadvantaged individuals: 10 points.
• Empowerment of local based service providers: 10 points.

Functionality scoring (out of 60 points):

• Company experience (appointment letters or orders of any supply and delivery of goods): 0-1 letters = 5 points; 2-3 letters = 10 points; 4-5 letters = 20 points.
• SABS Approved Certificate: 20 points (certificate must be submitted, not the plan).
• Financial capability (bank rating): A = 20 points, B = 15 points, C = 10 points.

The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any bid, and may accept any bid or part thereof, or withdraw/re-advertise the invitation.

Supply and delivery of galvanised bushings and Conex ferrules stock items as per sizes, for a period of 36 months.

Items required (with part numbers):

• Bushes reducing PVC (40mm x 20mm) – W001193
• Bushes reducing 2" x 3/4 – W003313
• Bushes reducing 2" x 1" – W000384
• Bushes reducing 4" x 2" – W002285
• Bushes reducing galv 3-inch x 2 inches – W001010
• Bushes reducing galv 150x100mm – W004349
• Bushes reducing galv 3" x 1.5" – W002246
• Bushes reducing 4" x 3" – W001234
• Bushes reducing galv 32x25mm – W003464
• Bushes reducing galv 1" x 3/4 – W000369
• Bushes reducing galv 20mm x 15mm – W000352
• Red bushes: 3/4" x 1/2" plastic reducing bushes M/F – W004684
• Reducing bushes PVC (40mm x 15mm) – W003739
• PVC reducing bushes 40mm – W005134
• 50mm PVC reducing bushes – W004130
• Files flat 350mm 2nd cut – W000722
• Ferrules conex 15mm – W003873
• Ferrules conex 22mm – W003881
• Ferrules conex 28mm – W003898

Delivery location: Abaqulusi Local Municipality, Vryheid.

All delivery costs must be included in the bid price.

Company experience is evaluated based on appointment letters or purchase orders of any supply and delivery of goods. Scoring: 0-1 letters = 5 points; 2-3 letters = 10 points; 4-5 letters = 20 points. Reference letters or purchase orders must be submitted as proof of experience. Certified copies of identity documents of directors and owners are required.

Goods must comply with the specifications and standards as per GCC clause 4. The municipality may inspect and test the goods as per GCC clause 8. The SABS Approval Certificate is required, indicating compliance with relevant standards.

Pricing must be submitted on MBD 3.1 (Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices). Only firm prices are accepted. The schedule lists items with part numbers and descriptions; bidders must provide unit prices, quantities, and totals. Escalation percentages for Year 2 and Year 3 must be stated. Prices must include all applicable taxes and delivery costs. The offer must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date.

Pricing format: firm prices only (MBD 3.1). Non-firm prices, including those subject to exchange rate variations, will not be considered.

Bid fee: non-refundable R 2,000.00 payable in favour of Abaqulusi Municipality. For electronic copies (bidder prints document themselves), administration cost of R 1,500.00 is payable. Proof of payment required during collection and submission.

Escalation percentage for Year 2 and Year 3 must be provided.

Prices must include all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills development levies).

Offer valid for 90 days from the closing date.

No bid security, performance bond, or retention mentioned.

CSD registration: mandatory. No award will be made to a person not registered on the Central Supplier Database. A detailed CSD registration report is required to claim specific goals.

Tax compliance: SARS tax compliance status PIN or CSD number must be provided, or a printed tax clearance certificate submitted. The original valid Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted with the bid; certified copies are not acceptable. Tax matters must be compliant.

B-BBEE: certified B-BBEE certificate from a registered accountant, or original sworn affidavit from a Commissioner of Oaths, is required.

Company registration: valid copy of company registration document required.

Municipal account: certified current account for water/electricity or rates and taxes, not older than three months, or a lease agreement.

Identity documents: certified copies of ID documents of directors and owners.

SABS Approval Certificate: required (certificate itself, not the plan).

Bank rating: proof of bank rating (A, B, or C) required.

Municipal database: service providers should be on the municipal database; forms available at SCM office or municipal website (www.abaqulusi.gov.za) and must be submitted with the bid.

No awards to persons in the service of the state, or to entities whose directors/managers/principal shareholders/stakeholders are in the service of the state, or to advisors/consultants contracted with the municipality.

The contract is governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any special conditions. The successful bidder must sign a written contract form (MBD 7.1). The contract is for a period of 36 months. The municipality may terminate for default, insolvency, or force majeure as per GCC clauses. Penalties may apply for delays in performance. The bidder must not assign or subcontract without consent. Payment terms are as per GCC clause 16. The bidder must provide any required bonds, guarantees, or proof of insurance within two weeks of receiving the signed contract.

Tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender description and number, deposited in the tender box at the ground floor of Abaqulusi Local Municipality, corner of High and Mark Street, Vryheid 3100, by 19 November 2026 at 12:00. The tender is valid for 90 days after closing. The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any bid, and reserves the right to accept any bid or part thereof, or to withdraw/re-advertise the invitation.

Mandatory conditions:

• Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• No awards to persons in the service of the state, or to entities with directors/managers/principal shareholders/stakeholders in the service of the state.
• No awards to advisors or consultants contracted with the municipality.
• All Municipal Bidding Documents (MBDs) must be completed in full; incomplete documents are disqualified.
• Service providers should be on the Municipal Data Base; forms available at SCM office or municipal website.
• Late bids will not be accepted.
• Tender must be submitted on the original documentation provided by Abaqulusi Municipality.
• Failure to comply results in immediate disqualification.

Minimum required documents: proof of payment, detailed CSD registration report, valid company registration document, SARS PIN or tax clearance certificate, certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, certified current municipal account (not older than three months) or lease agreement, certified copies of ID documents of directors/owners, SABS Approval Certificate, proof of bank rating (A, B, C), and reference letters or purchase orders as proof of experience.

Evaluation is based on completeness, responsiveness, functionality, then price and specific goals. The 80/20 preference point system applies: 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals. Functionality scoring: company experience (0-1 letters = 5 points, 2-3 letters = 10 points, 4-5 letters = 20 points), SABS Approved Certificate = 20 points, financial capability (bank rating A=20, B=15, C=10).