Construction of New Library - KwaDlangezwa Library
Marlene Gumede
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
31 July 2026 at 11:00 · Vulindlela Community Hall, uMhlathuze Local Municipality
In plain English
The tender is for the construction of the Kwadlangezwa Library. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB registration of Grade 7GB or higher and meet various administrative and mandatory requirements.
Always check the official documentDescription
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture invites bids for the completion of the KwaDlangezwa Library. The project involves general building works, including earthworks, concrete, brickwork, steel roofing, and electrical installations. Specialized work includes HVAC, lift installation, fire protection, and library management systems. External site works such as road construction, paving, and landscaping are also required. The project is expected to take 18 months to complete. A compulsory site briefing will be held on 31 July 2026 at the Vulindlela Community Hall. Bids must be submitted by 27 August 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 7 General Building (7GB)) — 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.
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB registration of 7GB or higher
- Proof of CSD registration
- Valid Tax Compliance Pin
- Valid COIDA certificate
- Valid Public Liability Insurance of at least R10 million
Contact & how to apply
Name: Marlene Gumede
Email: Marlene.Gumede@kzndsac.gov.za
Phone: 078-708-5953
How to apply: Bids must be delivered to the tender box at the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Heritage House, 222 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Electronic or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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