Provision of Banking Services for Msunduzi Municipality
Msunduzi Municipality
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The Msunduzi Municipality is seeking proposals for the provision of banking services for a period of 5 years. Bidders must be suitably qualified and experienced service providers registered on the CSD.
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The Msunduzi Municipality invites proposals for the provision of comprehensive banking and financial services for a five-year period. The scope includes transactional banking, electronic payment systems, investment management, and the supply of automated cash deposit machines and point-of-sale terminals. Key deliverables involve a secure host-to-host system compatible with SAP, daily reconciliation reporting, and staff training. The work will be performed in Pietermaritzburg. Bidders must demonstrate significant experience in municipal banking and provide qualified portfolio management staff to meet the required evaluation threshold.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered with SARB, FSCA, and National Credit Regulator
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Proof of Professional Indemnity and Fidelity insurance cover
- Relevant ISO certifications (27001, 20000, 38500, 9001, 22301)
- Proof of POPIA compliance and data protection controls
- Technical documentation for AES-256 encryption and Multi-Factor Authentication
- Proof of up-to-date municipal accounts or payment arrangements
Contact & how to apply
Name: Wellington Mtusva
Email: wellington.mtusva@msunduzi.gov.za
Phone: 033-392-2242
How to apply: Submit hard copies and a digital version (CD/USB) in a sealed envelope marked with the contract number to the Tender Box at Msunduzi Municipality’s Central Stores, 2 Abattoir Road, Pietermaritzburg, by 12h00 on 18 September 2026.
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