CIDB Grade 1 GB building and minor civil works
CIDB Grade 1 building (GB1) contractors qualify for construction contracts up to R200,000. This includes painting, minor renovations, repairs to government buildings, school maintenance and RDP housing snag repairs.
No. All construction-related government tenders above R200,000 require valid CIDB registration. You must register at cidb.org.za in the relevant work class and grade before submitting any bid.
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The uMzimkhulu Municipality invites bids for the construction of Hopewell Access Road in Ward 17. This is an open tender requiring contractors with construction and civil engineering capabilities. A compulsory briefing session will be held at the specified municipal venue.
KwaDukuza Municipality invites tenders for the construction of 206 RDP houses and municipal civil infrastructure in Groutville Priority 2 (Etsheni & Njekane, Ward 11). The project is open to CIDB-registered contractors with a minimum grading of 7GB or higher, and prioritizes local economic development and B-BBEE compliance.
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health invites tenders for the construction of additional covered parking at the eThekwini Infrastructure Management Hub. This is a 6-month construction project requiring CIDB grading of 3CE or higher, with evaluation based on functionality, price, and preference points. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing on 7 July 2026 and submit complete priced Bills of Quantities.
Msunduzi Local Municipality invites tenders from contractors with a CIDB grading of 7GB or higher for the construction of a multipurpose sport facility in Kwapata, Ward 16, Edendale, Pietermaritzburg. The tender involves a two-stage evaluation process and has specific requirements for key personnel and plant equipment. This project is aimed at qualified building contractors capable of delivering a significant community infrastructure project.
The Luthuli Museum seeks a qualified roof repair specialist to perform waterproofing and repair work on three buildings (Administration Building, Nokukhanya Luthuli Resource Centre, and Security Guardhouse) to address leakages and structural damage. The project requires adherence to strict technical, safety, and compliance standards, with a focus on durability and quality.
This tender is for the establishment of a three-year panel of civil engineering contractors to provide infrastructure services for uMlalazi Municipality. It is open only to contractors registered with the CIDB in grading 1CE, 1GB, 1SB, or 1SQ. The panel will cover road repairs, building maintenance, and related civil works across all municipal wards.
The tender requires the compilation of a GRAP-compliant fixed assets register, unbundling of infrastructure assets, and valuation of assets. Suitable for professional services and consulting firms with expertise in asset management. Compulsory briefing session on the specified date and location.
The uMlalazi Municipality invites civil engineering contractors to apply for a three-year panel to provide infrastructure works, including road repairs, building maintenance, and related services. This tender is open only to contractors registered and in good standing with the CIDB within grading 2-3 for CE, GB, SB, and SQ categories. Successful bidders will be appointed to a panel from which specific projects will be awarded over the contract period.
The Independent Development Trust (IDT) invites tenders for emergency repairs to Phumalanga Primary School in Uthukela District, KwaZulu-Natal, following storm damage. Bidders must hold a CIDB Grade 6GB or higher, attend a compulsory site briefing, and meet a 70% functionality threshold before price and specific-goal evaluation under an 80/20 system.
This is an emergency tender for the repair of a storm-damaged primary school in the Uthukela District of KwaZulu-Natal. It is issued by the Independent Development Trust and targets construction contractors with a CIDB grading of 6GB or higher. The project is classified as an emergency, requiring timely delivery.
This is an emergency construction tender for repairs to a storm-damaged primary school in Uthukela District, KwaZulu-Natal, issued by the Independent Development Trust. It is targeted at experienced building contractors with a minimum CIDB grading of 6GB. The project is governed by strict compliance and evaluation criteria, including a compulsory site briefing.
This is an emergency tender for building repairs to a storm-damaged primary school in the Uthukela District of KwaZulu-Natal. It is issued by the Independent Development Trust and targets contractors with a CIDB grading of 6GB or higher. The project is classified as an emergency, requiring strict adherence to timelines and a two-stage evaluation process.
Emergency repairs to storm-damaged infrastructure at Matiwaneskop Primary School in the Uthukela District, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an open tender (Request for Bid) for construction contractors, with a compulsory briefing session on the 4th Floor of the IDT Boardroom in Durban. The closing date for bids is 31 July 2026.
This is an emergency construction tender for repairs to Chothwane Primary School in Uthukela District, KwaZulu-Natal, following storm damage. It is issued by the Independent Development Trust and targets contractors with a CIDB grading of 6GB or higher.
The Independent Development Trust (KZN) invites bids for emergency repairs to storm-damaged buildings at Mvubu State Aided Primary School in Uthukela District, KwaZulu-Natal. The contract requires a CIDB Grade 5GB or higher and will be evaluated in two stages: functionality (minimum 70 points) followed by an 80/20 price and specific goals assessment. Tenders close on 31 July 2026, with a compulsory site briefing on 16 July 2026.
This is a Request for Proposal from the Newcastle Local Municipality for the supply, delivery, and maintenance of an on-site Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for a 60-month period. It is aimed at qualified service providers who can implement and support a comprehensive on-premise ERP solution.
This RFQ seeks a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at Escombe Station in KwaZulu-Natal, with a 12-week construction period. Compulsory briefing at Escombe Station is required. Closing date is 24 July 2026.
The KwaZulu-Natal government seeks a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at Hillary Station within the Old Mainline, with a 12-week construction period. Applicants must attend a compulsory briefing at Hillary Station. Closing date is 24 July 2026.
This RFQ seeks a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment at Malvern Station in KwaZulu-Natal, with a 12-week construction period. Compulsory briefing at Malvern Station is required. Closing date is 24 July 2026.
PRASA is seeking a qualified contractor for minor refurbishment work at Bellair Station in KwaZulu-Natal, with a 12-week construction period. This RFQ targets suppliers with CIDB Grading 3GB or higher, and requires compliance with tax, CSD registration, and technical evaluation criteria.
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