Construction of 28 Residential Units in Durban
eThekwini Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
2 November 2026 at 11:00 · 8 Donnelly Road, Bluff, Durban
In plain English
Construction of 28 community residential units at Donnelly Road, Bluff, Durban. Bidders must have a CIDB contractor grading of 6 GB or higher.
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The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for the construction of 28 community residential units at 8 Donnelly Road, Bluff, Durban. The project involves demolishing existing structures and building a 4-storey residential block consisting of 20 one-bedroom and 8 two-bedroom units. Key construction activities include earthworks, piling, concrete structural work, roofing, and the installation of electrical and plumbing systems. The project is expected to be completed within 90 working days, with work commencing in January 2027 and finishing by February 2028. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting on 02 November 2026. The tender requires a minimum of 30% subcontracting to businesses owned by Black individuals.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 6 General Building (6GB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 6 GB or higher
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Municipality Supplier Portal
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of no municipal arrears
- Subcontractors must be registered on relevant municipal databases
Contact & how to apply
Name: Musa Mthembu
Email: Musa.Mthembu@Durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-311-3229
How to apply: Download documents from the National Treasury eTenders or eThekwini Municipality websites. Submit hard copies to the Tender Box at 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban, and upload electronic copies via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module) by 27 November 2026 at 11:00.
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