Upgrade of the Kimberley Vintage Tram and Infrastructure
Sol Plaatje Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
30 September 2026 at 10:00 · Kimberley City Hall, Market Square, Old De Beers Road, Kimberley
In plain English
Upgrade of the Kimberley Vintage Tram and infrastructure is being bought. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 4CE or higher.
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The Sol Plaatje Local Municipality invites bids for the upgrade of the Kimberley Vintage Tram and its associated infrastructure. This project is located in Kimberley and is expected to be completed within a six-month period. The work involves technical improvements to the tram system and surrounding facilities. The tender closes on 19 October 2026 at 10:00. Bids will be evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system, which considers both price and specific ownership goals.
What you need to qualify
- CIDB grading (Grade 4 Civil Engineering (4CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
Full requirements
- Must hold a CIDB grading of 4CE or higher
- Must comply with mandatory local content requirements
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sobuza Mathebula
Email: smathebula@solplaatje.org.za
Phone: 053-830-6474
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in hard copy to the Supply Chain Management Unit, Municipal Stores Complex, Abattoir Road, Ashburnham, Kimberley, 8301. Electronic or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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