Research and Develop 'Inclusive Cities' Chapter for SOCR.
SHEENA SETIKGE-SEBISI
In plain English
The South African Cities Network is seeking a service provider to conduct research and develop the 'Inclusive Cities' chapter for the State of the Cities Report. Bidders must submit completed SBD forms, a TCC, CIPS, a copy of ID, and the latest full CSD report.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development invites bids to research and write the 'Inclusive Cities' chapter for the State of the Cities Report. The project involves a 25-year longitudinal study of eight South African metropolitan municipalities, focusing on urban growth, housing, transport, and economic inclusion. The service provider must deliver a comprehensive 60-page report, a 20-page summary, and all supporting spatial datasets and GIS files. The project duration is four months, with a final submission deadline of 31 August 2026. The work requires expert analysis of urban planning policies and socio-economic data to identify systemic constraints in city development.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Project Leader and Town Planner must hold SACPLAN registration
- GIS Professional must hold SAGC or PLATO registration
- Must provide valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide CIPC company registration documents
Contact & how to apply
Name: SHEENA SETIKGE-SEBISI
Email: Sheena.setikge@dlrrd.gov.za
Phone: 012-312-8403
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via email to Quotations.nat@dlrrd.gov.za by the closing date of 31 August 2026 at 11:00 AM.
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