Panel of Contractors for General Building Works.
Department of Education
In plain English
The Free State Department of Education is establishing a panel of contractors for 3GB, 4GB, 5GB, and 6GB general building works for infrastructure projects. Eligible bidders must be suitably qualified contractors registered with CIDB.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Free State Department of Education is seeking qualified contractors to join a panel for general building works. This project involves construction, renovations, and refurbishments of infrastructure on an as-and-when-needed basis. The work will take place across the Free State province. The contract will last for three years. Contractors will be selected for categories 3GB, 4GB, 5GB, and 6GB. No pricing is required at this stage; successful panel members will be invited to bid on specific projects later. The closing date for applications is 04 December 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 3 General Building (3GB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB grading of 3GB, 4GB, 5GB, or 6GB
- Active CSD registration
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
Contact & how to apply
Name: KO Rampai
Email: k.rampai@fseducation.gov.za
Phone: 051-404-1873
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and deposited into the bid box located outside Entrance 3 at the Department of Education Acquisition Management Sub-Directorate, N8 Gateway Office Park, Plot 22, C/O Rudolf Greyling & AW Louw Avenue, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9301.
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