Panel for Media and Advertising Services.
Ms K Ngcobo
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
18 August 2026 at 10:00 · Council Chambers, uMgungundlovu District Municipality, 242 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg
In plain English
The uMgungundlovu District Municipality is forming a panel for media and advertising services, including print, radio, television, digital, outdoor advertising, media buying, and content production. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide proof of relevant professional body membership.
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The uMgungundlovu District Municipality invites service providers to join a panel for Media and Advertising services. The work involves print, radio, television, digital media, outdoor advertising, media buying, and content production. Key tasks include advertising notices, digital marketing, graphic design, and content development. The project will take place in Pietermaritzburg. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session on 18 August 2026. Successful applicants will provide operational support to the Communications Unit, including layout, editing, and airtime booking. All final work requires municipal approval before publication. The panel will be used for future assignments requested via quotations.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance status
- Proof of good standing with municipal accounts or valid lease agreement
- Three public sector project reference letters from the last five years
- Valid professional industry body membership
- Valid ICASA license for Radio and Television categories
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms K Ngcobo
Email: tenderenquiry@umdm.gov.za
Phone: 033-897-6892
How to apply: Submit physical bids in a sealed, marked envelope to the tender box at 242 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg, by 12H00 on 11 September 2026. Late, emailed, or faxed submissions will not be accepted.
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