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Before applying, ensure your business is registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and that your tax affairs are in order. For construction tenders, verify yourCIDB gradingmeets the specific requirements of the tender.
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Submit bids in sealed envelopes to Indwe Building, Bhisho by 22 May 2026 at 11:00. No late, electronic, faxed, or telegraphic bids accepted. Use official forms provided; do not re-type. Complete all forms in black ink, with corrections initialed. Attach: Relevant ICT certification, CSD report (ICT commodities), 3 reference letters, project documentation (subscription renewal/support plan), quotation, mini proposal with implementation plan, completed ECBD1, pricing schedule, signed ECBD4, and joint venture agreement (if applicable). Bids missing compulsory documents will be disqualified. Ensure no unauthorized alterations or erasures. Sign bids with proof of authority (e.g., company resolution). Joint ventures must submit authenticated formation documents.
Returnable documents are required but not specified in the provided text. Verify the tender document for exact forms or certificates to submit.
Returnable Documents: (list of required forms and certificates as specified in the tender). Submit the completed bid package to the address indicated in the tender notice before the closing date. Ensure all required signatures are present; incomplete or unsigned submissions may be disqualified.
Returnable documents are required but not specified in the provided text. Verify the tender document for exact details.
Submit sealed tender in an envelope endorsed with tender number and description to: Municipal Manager, uMlalazi Municipality, Tender Box at SCM Offices, KV Challenor Street (Industrial Area), Eshowe by 12:00 on 12 June 2026. Late, emailed, or altered tenders will be rejected. Compulsory: Proof of tender document purchase (if applicable), proof of compulsory briefing attendance, completed pricing schedule (full, clear, unconditional), all returnable documents (A-U as listed), signed pages where required. Joint ventures must include a Joint Venture Agreement. Canvassing or gifts to Municipality will disqualify. Tender validity period: 90 days.
Hire of suitable office accommodation for the department of community safety and liason: amajuba district office in an extent of 215m2 (plus 20% -25%) 43m2 non-assignable space, totaling to 258m2 , plus 02 lock up parking bays, 08 undercover bays, 06 open bays and 02 disabled parking bays for a period of 05 years, should the lease be extended , the rental rates will revert to the rate per square meter of year of the initial lease
The request for proposal and subsequent award of a contract for a turn-key project for the design, supply and installation of solar photovoltaic (pv), inverter and battery energy storage system (bess) and post installation maintenance for a period of 24 months for st josephβs solar system house project in KZN operating unit.
β’ Submit a hardβcopy Tender Offer to the Tender Box in the foyer of the Municipal Building, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban. β’ Also upload the same documents electronically via the eThekwini JDE (ESP) system β both hard copy and electronic submission are required for the tender to be valid. β’ All returnable documents listed in Partβ―T2 (e.g., Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire, CIDB registration, BβBBEE preference points claim, municipal fees declaration, health & safety declaration, etc.) must be completed, signed and sealed as instructed. β’ Use a twoβenvelope system if required: outer envelope marked βtechnical proposalβ, inner envelope marked βfinancial proposalβ. β’ Seal each envelope and label with the employerβs address and the tendererβs name/contact details. β’ Deadline: both hardβcopy delivery and electronic upload must be received on or before Fridayβ―12β―Juneβ―2026, 11:00β―hrs. β’ Tender offers submitted by any other means will be deemed invalid and rejected. β’ Disqualification risks include incomplete/unsigned returnable forms, failure to register on CSD/eThekwini supplier portal, missing CIDB or BβBBEE certificates, nonβcompliance with municipal rates/tax status, or submission after the closing time.
Construction of 36m reinforced Concrete pedestrian bridge over Mhlathuzana river in nazareth, ward 16
Provide all returnable documents as listed in the tender documents. Ensure forms are completed, signed and submitted by the closing date. Missing or incomplete returnables may lead to disqualification.
Returnable Documents: Not specified in the provided text. Verify the tender document for exact requirements.
Appointment of a service provider to conduct occupational health and safety (OHS) compliance trainings for the department of water and sanitation: eastern operations as and when required for a period of 24 months
Construction of 36m reinforced Concrete pedestrian bridge in the Zambia area, amaoti, ward 57
Returnable Documents: (as indicated in the tender notice). Ensure all listed returnable documents are completed and submitted by the closing date.
The document states that the following documents must be submitted: Company registration form / Corporate document (CIPCO), BBBEE certification, Latest municipal account/Lease Agreement, A copy of the original tax clearance or printed certificate with pin, and CSD registration number. Bidders should prepare and submit these documents as part of their bid.
Submit bids by 11:00 on 28 May 2026. Bids must be sealed in an envelope endorsed with 'ORIGINAL BID FOR BID: WTE-0519 CS: HIRE, DELIVERY AND MAINTENANCE OF PORTABLE CHEMICAL FLUSHING TOILETS FOR THEEWATERSKLOOF DAM: CONSTRUCTION SOUTH β WESTERN CAPE FOR DWS CONSTRUCTION SOUTH' and your company name. Submit to: The Supply Chain Management Office or deposit in the bid box at 4-6 Alkmaar Street, Daljosaphat, Paarl. Bids must be on official forms (not re-typed). Late bids will not be accepted. Required forms: SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1. Proof of authority to sign (e.g., company resolution) must be submitted. Joint ventures must include a notarially certified copy of the joint venture agreement and authorization certificates. Failure to comply with submission rules may disqualify your bid.
Submit a sealed envelope with the quotation number (RFQ 78/2026) and title clearly marked on the outside. Deposit in the tender box at Prince Albert Municipal Finance Building (Thusong Centre, Adderley Street, Prince Albert, 6930) before 28 May 2026 at 12h00. Tender box hours: Monday-Thursday 07h30-16h00, Fridays 07h30-15h30. Late, faxed, emailed, or unmarked bids will be disqualified. Bids must remain valid for 90 days after closing. All original bid documents must be fully completed in black ink, handwritten, and signed by an authorised signatory. Missing pages or unauthorised alterations will disqualify the bid. No bids accepted from persons in the service of the state. Attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting on 19 May 2026 at 11h00 (Leeu-Gamka Community Hall) is mandatory; late arrivals (after 11h15) will be excluded.
Submit all tender information in English. Use the provided electronic MS Excel spreadsheets for Technical Schedules A&B. All supporting documents, including drawings, must be submitted in electronic (e.g., acrobat) format. Ensure all references to supporting documents are clearly stated in the relevant columns of the Technical Schedules.
Return all required bidding documents as specified in the tender. Ensure confidentiality of all contract-related documents and information unless prior written consent is obtained from the purchaser. All copies of purchaser-provided documents must be returned upon contract completion if requested.
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Government tenders represent a significant opportunity for South African businesses to secure stable, long-term contracts and contribute to national development. The South African government, through its various departments, municipalities, and state-owned entities (SOEs), procures billions of Rands worth of goods and services annually. From infrastructure projectsand IT solutionsto consulting servicesand general supplies, there are opportunities for businesses of all sizes. Tenders SA aggregates these opportunities into a single, easy-to-use platform, helping you discover relevant contracts without navigating hundreds of different government websites.
Success in tendering starts with identifying the right opportunities. Instead of applying for every available contract, focus on tenders that align with your core competencies, experience, and capacity. Use our category filtersto browse by industry sector, or search by location using ourprovince listingsto find opportunities in your regionβwhether that's the economic hub ofGauteng, the coastal economy of the Western Cape, or emerging markets in Limpopo. Pay close attention to the tender description, closing date, and briefing session details to ensure you have enough time to prepare a compliant and competitive bid.
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