Architectural Services for Somerset East Office Renovation
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
In plain English
The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is procuring professional architectural services for rehabilitation, renovation, and refurbishment of the Somerset East Service Office. Eligible bidders must have suitable experience, qualified personnel, and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites tenders for professional architectural services for the rehabilitation and renovation of the Somerset East Service Office. Located in the Sarah Baartman District, the project involves repairing an existing facility, constructing new office spaces, and completing external works like parking and fencing. The contract duration is 22 months, including a 16-month construction phase. The appointed architect will manage architectural duties and coordinate with other engineering professionals. Service providers must adhere to the Architectural Profession Act and support skills development training throughout the project. This project aims to upgrade the service office infrastructure to improve operational capacity in the Blue Crane Route Local Municipality.
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 with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Three contactable references for similar architectural projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. K. Manjiya
Email: Khaka.manjiya@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 069-019-6100
How to apply: Submit bids in sealed envelopes marked with the tender number and description to the bid box at the Ground Floor, Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Old Ford House Building, Cnr Albany & Westbourne Roads, Gqeberha, 6001, by 11:00 am on 27 October 2026.
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