Engineering Services for Shongweni Landfill Site
eThekwini Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
19 October 2026 at 10:00 · 22 Electron Road, Springfield.
In plain English
The eThekwini Municipality is procuring professional engineering services for the DSW Shongweni Landfill Site. Bidders must be registered on the eThekwini Municipality Supplier Portal and the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database.
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The eThekwini Municipality is seeking professional engineering services for the DSW Shongweni Landfill Site. The project involves managing the landfill, including updating master plans, performing engineering designs, and providing construction monitoring. The service provider will also handle environmental compliance, stakeholder engagement, and technical advisory services. The contract will last for 36 months, starting in March 2027. Bidders must have extensive experience in solid waste management and landfill development. Key personnel, including the Lead and Resident Engineers, must be registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). A minimum functionality score of 70 points is required to qualify.
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 CSD and eThekwini Municipality Supplier Portal
- Must attend the compulsory clarification meeting
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of no arrears on municipal rates and taxes
- Professional Indemnity insurance of R25,000,000.00
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
- Key engineering personnel must have ECSA professional registration
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mnqobi Mkhize
Email: Mnqobi.mkhize@durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-322-9531
How to apply: Bidders must submit a hard copy to the Tender Box at 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban. Additionally, documents must be uploaded via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module). The hard copy is the official version for evaluation.
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