Panel of contractors for water infrastructure projects.
eThekwini Municipality
In plain English
The tender is for framework contracts to appoint a panel of contractors for new and upgraded water infrastructure projects for eThekwini Municipality. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB grading of 5 CE or higher and be registered on the eThekwini Municipality’s Supplier Portal.
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The eThekwini Municipality is seeking to appoint a panel of up to 30 contractors for a 36-month framework contract. The project involves the implementation and upgrading of water infrastructure, including pipeline installation, trenching, and road reinstatement. Work will take place within the eThekwini municipal area. Key deliverables include rates-based construction services, management of local labor, and detailed photographic record-keeping of all site activities. Bidders must hold a CIDB grading of 5 CE or higher. The tender is open to various categories of contractors based on their CIDB grading, ranging from 5 to 9 CE.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 5 Civil Engineering (5CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Active CIDB registration of Grade 5 CE or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Supplier Portal
- No municipal arrears exceeding three months
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
- Compliance with local content thresholds for pipe materials
- Commitment to 30% subcontracting to Black-owned companies
- Key staff must hold relevant professional registrations
- Proof of ownership or lease for required construction equipment
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tulani Silwane
Email: Tulani.Silwane@Durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-311-8994
How to apply: Bidders must submit a hard copy to the Tender Box at 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban, and upload a scanned PDF version via the eThekwini JDE System (ESP Module) by 11:00 on 30 October 2026.
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