Disposal of Municipal Land for Housing Development
MG ZONDO
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
13 November 2026 at 10:00 · Legal Services Boardroom, Lister Clarence Building, 221 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
In plain English
The municipality is disposing of land for high-density accommodation development. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Alfred Duma Local Municipality invites bids for the disposal of municipal land at Erf 1, Ladysmith, for the development of high-density accommodation. The successful developer will manage the entire project lifecycle, including site assessment, architectural design, securing funding, and construction of all necessary infrastructure. Key deliverables include a fully functional housing development and regular progress reporting. The project requires the developer to handle all statutory approvals, such as rezoning and environmental assessments. Construction must be completed within the agreed timeframe, with commercial components expected within 12 to 24 months. Bidders must demonstrate technical expertise and financial capacity to execute this large-scale development.
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.
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of financial capacity
- Proof of municipal rates and service charges payment
Contact & how to apply
Name: MG ZONDO
Email: mgzondo@alfredduma.gov.za
Phone: 036-637-2231
How to apply: Submit sealed bids in the designated bid box at the Ground Floor, Lister Clarence Building, 221 Murchison Street, Ladysmith. Emailed or faxed submissions are not accepted. Documents must be obtained from the National Treasury E-Tender Portal.
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