Upgrade of S44 Road and Auxiliary Works.
Ms M Coangae
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
23 October 2026 at 11:00 · Regional Roads Office in Heilbron
In plain English
The Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport is seeking bids for the upgrading of the S44 road between Deneysville Intersection and Heilbron (Phase II). Bidders must have a CIDB Contractor grading designation of 7CE or higher and comply with B-BBEE preferential procurement policies.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport in the Free State is inviting bids for the Phase II upgrade of the S44 road between the Deneysville intersection and Heilbron. This project involves converting 1.7km of gravel road to tar and completing 36km of auxiliary road works. Key tasks include roadbed construction, drainage improvements, installing guardrails, and applying asphalt surfacing. The project is expected to be completed within seven months. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting in Heilbron to qualify for the tender. The work aims to improve road infrastructure and safety in the region.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- CIDB grading (Grade 7 Civil Engineering (7CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 7CE or higher
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Proof of ownership or lease for required construction equipment
- Relevant project experience with completion certificates for similar road projects
- Certified qualifications and CVs for key personnel
- CIPC registration and certified ID copies of company owners
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms M Coangae
Email: CoangaeM@freetrans.gov.za
Phone: 051-409-8703
How to apply: Submit your bid in the tender box located on the Ground Floor of the Perm Building, 45 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, by 11:00 on 02 November 2026. Only original submissions will be accepted.
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