Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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.
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
DABALU STREET SOPHIA - MOUNT FRERE - MOUNT FRERE - 5090
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
08 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-158449
Umzimvubu local municipality invites bids for the maintenance of access roads, including mhlanganisweni, and the installation of 50 solar streetlights in emaxesibeni. This tender is open to contractors with CIDB grading 3ce or higher (3ep for solar streetlights) and prioritizes b-bbee compliance, local suppliers, and value for money.
Description
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdfScope includes maintenance of various access roads (e.g., Mhlanganisweni, Mgungudlovu, Mpungutyana to Bhaletyeni) and installation of 50 Solar Streetlights in Emaxesibeni. Projects are categorized under INFRA/CAP or INFRA/MIG with specific CIDB grading requirements (3CE or higher for road maintenance; 3EP or higher for Solar Streetlights).
Important Dates
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Compulsory briefing sessions and site visits per project (see table for dates/times). Briefing certificates will be issued. Closing dates vary by project (e.g., 17 June 2026, 18 June 2026, 19 June 2026, 23 June 2026, 24 June 2026, 25 June 2026, 29 June 2026, 30 June 2026, 01 July 2026, 02 July 2026). All tenders close at 12:00 noon on the specified date.
Contact Information
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Technical enquiries: Senior Manager Infrastructure, Phone: 039 255 8506. SCM enquiries: Mr. X. Blaweni, Phone: 039 255 8555. General enquiries: Municipal Manager, Mr. G.P.T. Nota.
Submission Guidelines
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Submit tenders in the tender box at New Umzimvubu Local Municipality Offices, Dabula Street, Sophia, KwaBhaca, Eastern Cape, 4735 (Coordinates: 300.54β30.91βS, 28058β52.44βE). For Solar Streetlights, submit to 67 Church Street, Emaxesibeni by 12:00 noon. Tenders must be clearly marked with the project name. No couriered, faxed, emailed, or late tenders accepted. Bid documents available for free download on the E-Tender Portal from 05 June 2026. Mandatory documents: SARS confirmation with verification pin, CIPC registration/founding statement, certified ID copies of directors/owners, MBD forms 1, 4, 6.1, 8, and 9, and a Billing Clearance Certificate or equivalent (e.g., Statement of Municipal Accounts, affidavit, lease agreement, or residential confirmation) with a declaration that the company and directors owe no municipal services for over 90 days. Certification of documents must be within 90 days. The municipality will not award tenders to state employees.
Returnable Documents
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Mandatory documents: SARS confirmation (with verification pin), CIPC registration/founding statement, certified ID copies of directors/owners, MBD forms 1, 4, 6.1, 8, and 9, and proof of municipal clearance (Billing Clearance Certificate or equivalent). Documents must be certified within 90 days.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)General
Solar Streetlights
Pre Qualification
true
Minimum Score
70
Criteria
Company Experience
40
Key Personnel
40
Methodology
20
Technical Specifications
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Scope: Maintenance of access roads (e.g., Mhlanganisweni, Mgungudlovu, Mpungutyana to Bhaletyeni, Niyona, Baphathe, Ehlane, Badibanise, Bhakaleni to Sekileni, Dangwana/Zingcuka, Matyamhlophe, Shayamoya to Hlehle, Komkhulu Ezixhobo to Siqhingeni) and installation of 50 Solar Streetlights in Emaxesibeni. CIDB grading requirements: 3CE or higher for most projects; 3EP or higher for Solar Streetlights. Site inspections are compulsory.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdfCompany Experience (40 points) and Key Personnel (40 points) are critical for pre-qualification. Methodology (20 points) also evaluated. Technical and SCM contacts provided for enquiries.
Pricing Schedule
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Prices must be firm and inclusive of VAT for VAT vendors. No additional pricing details provided.
Financial Requirements
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Prices must be firm and inclusive of VAT for VAT vendors. Payment terms and bonds/guarantees not specified in the document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Mandatory: CSD registration with confirmation. B-BBEE: 80/20 preference points (4 points each for youth ownership β₯50%, female ownership β₯50%, 100% Black ownership, people with disabilities, Umzimvubu Local Municipality-based suppliers). Documents must be certified within 90 days. No municipal debt over 90 days for the company or directors.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)20 preference points allocated as follows: 4 points each for companies with β₯50% youth ownership, β₯50% female ownership, 100% Black ownership, people with disabilities, and Umzimvubu Local Municipality-based suppliers.
Special Conditions
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)The municipality reserves the right not to appoint. Value for money is the key determinant. No awards will be made to state employees.
Requirements
Source: ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf (unknown)Bidders must be registered on CSD and provide confirmation. Certification of documents must be within 90 days. No municipal debt over 90 days for the company or directors.
Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
DABALU STREET SOPHIA - MOUNT FRERE - MOUNT FRERE - 5090
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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)
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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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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Act 107 of 1998
Relevant where environmental authorisations, EIAs or environmental compliance may apply.
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Act 85 of 1993
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Act 103 of 1977
Relevant where building standards, renovations, maintenance or construction compliance may apply.
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ADVERT FOR MHLANGANISWENI ACCESS ROAD MAINTENANCE.pdf
The Umzimvubu Local Municipality invites bids for the maintenance and construction of various access roads and the installation of solar streetlights in Emaxesibeni. The tender includes multiple projects with specific site inspection dates, CIDB grading requirements, and mandatory submission deadlines. Bids must comply with SCM policies, include mandatory documents, and meet pre-qualification criteria for certain projects.
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 01 July 2026 - 12:00
Venue
KwaBhaca new offices
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
08 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
01 Jul
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Organization
Umzimvubu Local MunicipalityContact Person
Phiwe Gamedala
Phone
039-255-8500
[email protected]
Address
DABALU STREET SOPHIA - MOUNT FRERE - MOUNT FRERE - 5090
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
08 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
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Umzimvubu Local Municipality governs Mount Frere and Kokstad surrounds in the Alfred Nzo District.
Key Personnel
Median Estimate
RΒ 516Β 000
Range
Based on 15 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.
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