Panel of Town and Regional Planning Consultants.
Mr L Ndawonde
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
2 September 2026 at 10:00
In plain English
Umuziwabantu Local Municipality is seeking qualified Town and Regional Planning Consultants for a 36-month panel. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and have a valid B-BBEE certificate.
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The Umuziwabantu Local Municipality is establishing a panel of professional Town and Regional Planning consultants for a 36-month period. The work involves preparing municipal spatial plans, conducting feasibility studies, managing township establishment, and providing land development advisory services. Consultants will also assist with land audits, enforcement of land use, and infrastructure coordination. Deliverables include spatial plans, GIS mapping, financial models, and council-ready reports. The project will take place within the Umuziwabantu municipal area. Work must commence within 14 days of the contract award, with detailed project programs submitted within 30 days. Bidders must demonstrate relevant municipal planning experience and meet a 70% functionality threshold.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Must provide valid CIPC company registration documents
- Must provide proof of municipal rates or valid lease agreement
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Key personnel must hold relevant professional registrations (SACPLAN, ECSA, SAGC, SACPVP, EAPASA)
- Must provide proof of relevant company experience via reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr L Ndawonde
Email: lndawonde@umuziwabantu.gov.za
Phone: 039-433-3565
How to apply: Bids must be placed in the bid box at the Finance (SCM) offices, 10 Murchison Street, Harding, 4680, by 12:00 on 23 September 2026. Electronic or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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