Review of Ehlanzeni District Spatial Development Framework
SP Khumalo
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
16 July 2026 at 11:00 · Ehlanzeni District Municipality Complex, DMC, 8 Van Niekerk Street, Sonheuwel Central, Mbombela 1201
In plain English
The Ehlanzeni District Municipality is seeking a service provider to review its Spatial Development Framework. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and meet other specified eligibility criteria.
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The Ehlanzeni District Municipality invites service providers to tender for the review of its Spatial Development Framework. The project will take place in the Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga. The successful bidder will conduct a status quo analysis, develop a spatial vision, create a capital expenditure framework, and ensure compliance with SPLUMA regulations. The project requires a multi-disciplinary team, including professional planners, economists, GIS practitioners, civil engineers, environmental managers, and graphic designers. The contract duration is ten months, divided into six specific phases. Key deliverables include a comprehensive spatial document, mapping, GIS data, and a public participation report. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 16 July 2026 at the municipal complex in Mbombela. The final submission deadline is 29 July 2026.
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 the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Professional registration for team members (SACPLAN, SAGC, or ECSA)
- Bank rating letter of Code C or higher
- Documented experience in similar projects via reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: SP Khumalo
Email: pkhumalo@ehlanzeni.gov.za
Phone: 013-759-8500
How to apply: Applications must be submitted in PDF format via the Ehlanzeni District Municipality's NEPTUNE portal at http://edmservices.ehlanzeni.gov.za. Submissions via telegram, fax, or post will not be accepted.
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