Re-thatching and maintenance at uShaka Marine World.
eThekwini Municipality
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 · uShaka Marine World’s Outside Guest Information centre. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
Re-thatching and maintenance of all thatch roofs at uShaka Marine World for 36 months. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 3 GB or higher and be registered on the eThekwini Municipality’s Supplier Portal.
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The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for the re-thatching and maintenance of all thatch roofs at uShaka Marine World. This contract will run for a period of 36 months. The work involves stripping old thatch, installing new grass at a density of 90 to 120 bundles per square meter, applying fire-retardant coatings, and installing bird-proofing netting. Contractors must also replace timber with CCA-treated wood and use stainless steel fasteners. Most work is scheduled for night shifts. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting on 5 October 2026 at the uShaka Marine World Outside Guest Information centre. The project requires a CIDB grading of 3 GB or higher. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in thatch roof projects exceeding 500 square meters completed within the last 10 years. The tender will be evaluated using an 80/20 price preference point system.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Supplier Portal
- Active CIDB grading of 3 GB or higher
- Valid COIDA registration with the Compensation Commissioner
- Proof of no municipal service arrears
- Capacity to provide site-specific Health and Safety and Fall Protection plans
- Relevant industry experience with signed client reference letters
- Valid medical certificates of fitness for all employees
Contact & how to apply
Name: Busi Mkhize
Email: bmkhize@ushakamarineworld.co.za
Phone: 031-328-8000
How to apply: Submit a hard copy to the Tender Box at the Municipal Building, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban, and upload an electronic version via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module). The hard copy is the governing version.
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