Construction of 300 housing units in Umlazi.
eThekwini Municipality
In plain English
A rates-based panel contract for roadway related construction works is being procured for a period of 3 years. Eligible bidders must have CIDB Grades 5 and 6.
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The eThekwini Municipality is seeking professional services for the implementation of 300 top-structure housing units in Umlazi S1, 2, and 3 (Ward 88). The project involves a multi-disciplinary team, including a Project Manager, Structural Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Land Surveyor, and Social Facilitator. Key deliverables include site investigations, NHBRC-compliant housing designs, stakeholder engagement, beneficiary registration, and construction monitoring. The project duration is 36 months. The scope covers 42 semi-detached double-storey units, 251 row-housing double-storey units, and 7 single-storey units for the elderly or disabled. Bidders must demonstrate experience in similar human settlement projects and provide a professional team with relevant registrations. The tender uses a rates-based pricing structure, and the work will be managed through progress-based milestones.
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
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Supplier Portal
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- No municipal arrears exceeding three months
- Professional Indemnity insurance of at least R10,000,000
- Registered with relevant professional statutory bodies (e.g., ECSA, SAGC)
- Audited financial statements for tenders exceeding R10 million
- Proof of 51% Black-owned subcontracting participation
Contact & how to apply
Name: Buhlebenkosi Nokwe
Email: Buhlebenkosi.Nokwe@durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-322-2289
How to apply: Submit a hard copy to the Tender Box at the Municipal Building, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban, AND upload the electronic files via the eThekwini JDE System (ESP Module) before 11:00 on 13 November 2026.
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