Upgrade of DN700 Steel Pipeline in Richards Bay.
Nosipho Mkhize
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
27 October 2026 at 11:00 · uMngeni-uThukela Water, Richards Bay Regional Office, Cnr, South Central Arterial & Battery Bank Richards Bay 3900
In plain English
The tender is for upgrading a 325m DN700 steel pipeline from Weir to Tronox-Hillendale. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB grading of 5 CE or higher and meet specific Contract Participation Goals.
Always check the official documentDescription
uMngeni-uThukela Water is inviting bids for the upgrade of the Weir to Tronox-Hillendale DN700 steel pipeline in the Madlankala area, Richards Bay. The project involves laying 350 meters of steel pipeline, constructing valve chambers, and installing an electromagnetic flow meter and telemetry system. Additional work includes site clearance, earthworks, and installing fencing. The project is expected to be completed within 210 days. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting on 27 October 2026 at the Richards Bay Regional Office. The tender closes on 12 November 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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 5 Civil Engineering (5CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Active CIDB grading of 5 CE or higher
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) with PIN
- Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Compensation Commissioner
- Certified qualifications for Contract Manager, Construction Manager, and Foreman
- ISO 9001/14001 or equivalent quality and environmental management certification
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nosipho Mkhize
Email: nosipho.mkhize@uuw.co.za
Phone: 033-341-1062
How to apply: Tenders must be deposited into the tender box at uMngeni-uThukela Water, 310 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg. Submissions must include one original document and one electronic copy on a USB stick.
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