Removal of Alien Invasive Plants at Nsezi Lake and Mhlathuze River.
Bongisani Myeni
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
12 August 2026 at 11:00 · Nsezi Water Treatment Plant, uMngeni-uThukela Water Richards Bay Region
In plain English
The tender is for the removal and disposal of alien invasive aquatic plants at Nsezi Lake and Mhlathuze River. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Suppliers Database and have a Professional Scientist registered with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions.
Always check the official documentDescription
This tender is for the removal and disposal of aquatic alien invasive plants at Nsezi Lake and the Mhlathuze River weir. Issued by uMngeni-uThukela Water, the project requires the contractor to clear vegetation within a 1km radius of the abstraction point. Key deliverables include a method statement, a service report with high-resolution photos, a locality map, and a formal disposal certificate. The project must be completed within a three-month timeframe, with work expected to commence in September 2026. All activities must strictly follow Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) protocols.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Professional Scientist registration with SACNASP
- Must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax clearance verification PIN
- Project Leader must hold relevant Natural Sciences or Biological degree
- Proven company experience in alien invasive plant removal
- Project Leader CV with verifiable references
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Bongisani Myeni
Email: Bongisani.Myeni@uuw.co.za
Phone: 035-902-1016
How to apply: Quotations must be emailed to scmquotes@uuw.co.za. You must use the quote number Q27/060/BM as the email subject line. Do not copy buyers on the email. Submissions must be received before 15h00 on 20 August 2026.
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