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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 - Umzimkhulu - Umzimkhulu - 3297
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
10 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-169878
Umzimkhulu local municipality invites reputable and experienced service providers to bid for the maintenance and refurbishment of the town and ibisi library. The tender reference is ulm-infr, and the CIDB grading is provided in the tender document. The briefing date is provided in the tender document. The 80/20 preference point system applies, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Functionality will be evaluated with a minimum threshold of 50% or 30 points. Bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (csd) and submit proof of registration or the csd number. The required standard forms are mbd 4, 6.1, 8, and 9. A certificate of authority must be submitted for the person signing the tender. Tender documents are available at a cost of r 250 per document, payable by bank guaranteed cheque made out to umzimkhulu municipality. The bid validity period is 90 days. Tenders must be submitted in the tender box at the reception area of umzimkhulu local municipality, 169 main street, umzimkhulu, 3297, not later than 12h00 on 02 october 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. The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest bidder. The umzimkhulu municipality supply chain management policy will apply. Technical enquiries should be directed to mr. L. S. Ndawonde at (039) 259 5089.
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Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and attach proof of registration or provide the CSD registration number.
Bidders must submit the required standard forms: MBD 4, MBD 6.1, MBD 8, and MBD 9.
Bidders must provide a Certificate of Authority for the person authorised to sign all tender and contract documents.
Bidders must submit a bid validity period of 90 days.
Tender documents cost R 250 per document, payable by bank guaranteed cheque made out to uMzimkhulu Municipality.
Functionality will be evaluated with a minimum threshold of 50% or 30 points.
For functionality, bidders must provide evidence of experience in construction or maintenance of buildings: 4 or more projects = 20 points, 2-3 projects = 10 points, 0-1 projects = 0 points. Attach letters of appointment and completion certificates.
Bidders must provide the Curriculum Vitae of the Foreman with traceable references, showing experience in construction or maintenance of buildings: 4 years or more = 20 points, 2-3 years = 10 points.
Bidders must submit a detailed construction or maintenance programme in Gantt chart or other preferred format, indicating clear sequencing of project activities as per the BOQ, including timelines, critical path, plant and labour demand, and a process plan for working within the constraints of a live site and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. All aspects covered = 20 points.
Specific goals (20 points) include: RDP goals - companies 100% owned by South African citizens = 10 points (CIPC certificate), 50% owned = 5 points (CSD verification or certified RSA ID), less than 50% owned = 2.5 points (CSD verification).
Promotion of business (10 points): located within KZN province = 5 points, located within Harry Gwala Region = 10 points. Proof: preferred address on CSD report and certified copy of utility bill or original letter.
Tenders must be submitted in the tender box at the reception area of uMzimkhulu Local Municipality, 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297, not later than 12h00 on 02 October 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.
The 80/20 preference point system will be used, and functionality will be considered.
The uMzimkhulu Municipality Supply Chain Management policy will apply.
The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest bidder.
Date & Time
Friday, 02 October 2026 - 12:00
Venue
uMzimkhulu Municipality Makhosini Building Boardroom,247 Mzimkhulu Mlonyana Street, uMzimkhulu 3297.
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Tender documents will be available on the municipal website (www.umzimkhululm.gov.za) And will also be available from the cashier at 169 main street, umzimkhulu, 3297 upon the non-refundable payment of r 250 per document or a bank guaranteed cheque made out to umzimkhulu municipality during working hours between 09:30am and 16:00pm from the 15th of september 2026; cut-off time for buying documents is the 17th of september 2026, 15 minutes before the briefing time. Compulsory briefing meeting is scheduled to take place at umzimkhulu municipality makhosini building boardroom,247 mzimkhulu mlonyana street, umzimkhulu 3297.
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169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 - Umzimkhulu - Umzimkhulu - 3297
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10 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
02 Oct
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf
Maintenance and refurbishment of the Town and Ibisi libraries for uMzimkhulu Local Municipality, requiring CIDB grading 3GB or higher, with a compulsory briefing session and an 80/20 preference point system.
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MAINTENANCE AND REFURBISHMENT OF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY (Project ULM-INFR 006/27, CIDB grading 3GB or Higher).
Important Dates
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER){"closingTime":"12h","briefingSession":"{"date":null,"time":"10:00","venue":null,"is_compulsory":true}"}
Briefing Session
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)Compulsory briefing meeting scheduled for 17/09/2026 @10:00 at uMzimkhulu Municipality Makhosini Building Boardroom, 247 Mzimkhulu Mlonyana Street, uMzimkhulu 3297.
Contact Information
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER){"name":"Mr. L. Mayekiso","email":"[email protected]","phone":null,"department":"Supply Chain Management","address":"Points document of the director(s)"}
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation will follow the 80/20 preference point system: 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals include RDP goals (ownership by South African citizens) and location-based points (within KZN or Harry Gwala Region).
Technical Specifications
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)MAINTENANCE AND ULM-INFR 006/27 3GB or Higher 17/09/2026 @10:00
Refublishmentof town
And ibisi library
Tender documents will be available on the municipal website (www.umzimkhululm.gov.za)
and will also be available from the cashier at 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 upon the
non-refundable payment of R 250 per document or a bank guaranteed cheque made out
to uMzimkhulu Municipality during work
Experience & Qualifications
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdfuMzimkhulu Municipality hereby invites reputable and experienced Service providers to
respond on the projects below:
Experience of the Bidder Number of projects completed in 20 Points Attach letter of
4 and above - 20 points
2-3 Projects: 10 points
0-1 Projects : 0 points
Experience of Foreman Experience in Construction or 20 Points attached Curriculum
Pricing Schedule
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)90 days Price Validity.
Financial Requirements
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)Tender documents are available at a cost of R 250 per document, payable by bank guaranteed cheque made out to uMzimkhulu Municipality. Bidders must submit a bid validity period of 90 days.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)CSD registration number
CSD report verification50% Points Allocation = 5 Points
CSD report
completion certificate
Points Allocation: 10 points
B-BBEE Details: Specific Goals ___________________________________
The specific goals allocated points in terms of this tender
Specific goals 2: RDP Goals
Companies that are 100% owned by south African citizen. CIPC registration Certificate
100% Points allocation =10 points (Companies and Intellectual
Max. Property Commission)
Companies that are 50% owned by South African citizen. Points Or
10 Detailed CSD report verification50% Points Allocation = 5 Points
on CSD portal by the
Companies that are less than 50% owned by South African Municipality)
citizen. Or
Certified Copy RSA Identity
25% Points Allocation = 2.5 Points document of the director(s)
(verification on CSD portal by
the Municipality)
Promotion of business: -
10 Points Preferred address on CSD report
Located within KZN province- 5 Points and certified copy of utility bill
on property rates and servicesLocated within Harry Gwala Region - 10 Points
for the Enterprise / Company.
Or
Preferred address on CSD report
and original letter for the
Enterprise or Company from
Induna / Chief/ ward Councillor.
(verification on CSD portal by
the Municipality)
Total / maximum proints 20
of 4
Email sinfo^Jurn/itnkhuluhn.gox.za
169 Main Street Tel: (039) 259 5000/5300
Private Bag 53 Fax: (039) 259 0427
Umzimkiiulu
3297
Office of the municipal manager
Province of kwazulu-natal
KZN 435
90 days Price Validity
ContactDetails
All Technical enquiries shall be directed to:
Attention : Mr. L. Mayekiso
Telephone : (039) 259 5234
Email Address : [email protected]
SCM Compliance enquiries shall be directed to:
Attention : Mr. S. Ndawonde
Telephone : (039) 259 5089
Email Address : [email protected]
Closing date
Tender documents must be deposited in the tender box of uMzimkhulu Local Munic
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)Specific goals: RDP Goals - Companies 100% owned by South African citizens: 10 points; 50% owned: 5 points; less than 50% owned: 2.5 points. Promotion of business: located within KZN province: 5 points; located within Harry Gwala Region: 10 points. Verification via CIPC registration certificate, CSD report, certified RSA ID documents, utility bill, or letter from Induna/Chief/Ward Councillor.
Contractual Terms
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdfTender documents will be available on the municipal website (www.umzimkhululm.gov.za)
and will also be available from the cashier at 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 upon the
non-refundable payment of R 250 per document or a bank guaranteed cheque made out
to uMzimkhulu Municipality during working hours between 09:30am and 16:00pm from
the 15th of September 2026; cut-off time for buying documents is the 17th of September
2026, 15 minutes before the briefing time.
Special Conditions
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)Tender documents must be deposited in the tender box at 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297 reception area, not later than 12h00 on 02nd October 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. The uMzimkhulu Municipality Council does not bind itself to accept the lowest bidder. uMzimkhulu Municipality Supply Chain Management policy will apply.
Requirements
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdf (TENDER)Tenderer must be registered on Central Suppliers Database (CSD) and attach proof of registration or provide CSD registration number. A Certificate of Authority to sign all documents, duly signed and dated, must be provided by the Board of Directors on company letterhead.
Section
Source: 10-09-2026 - TENDER ADVERT - MAINTENANCE AND REFUBLISHMENTOF TOWN AND IBISI LIBRARY.pdfEvaluation minimum threshold is 50% or 30 points
Key aspect of criterion Basis for points allocation Max. Verification Method
Points
Experience of the Bidder Number of projects completed in 20 Points Attach letter of
Construction or Maintenance of appointment and
Buildings. completion certificate.
4 and above - 20 points
2-3 Projects: 10 points
0-1 Projects : 0 points
Experience of Foreman Experience in Construction or 20 Points attached Curriculum
Maintenance of Buildings. Vitae with traceable
4 years or more = 20 points references.
2 -3 years = 10 points
0-1 years = 0 points
Construction Method Methodology shall be presented in a form 20 Points Attach methodology
Statement of a detailed Construction or maintenance Statement
program in Gantt chart or other preferred
format indicating a clear sequencing of
project activities as per the BOQ;
Plant and Labour demand,
Process plan indicating how work will
be carried out within the constraints of
a live site within the parameters of
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
All aspects covered = 20 points All aspects covered with limited
information = 10 points
If all aspects not covered =0 points
Total Points 60
of 4
NB: It is compulsory for a bidder to score not less than 50% per segment in the above
table. Even if the bidder has scored the 50 % or 30 points of threshold but scores less than
50% on one or more of the segments above the bidder will be non-responsive
The 80/20 scoring will apply.
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