Supply and construction of ABT/IBT houses in Stellenbosch.
Stellenbosch Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
3 September 2026 at 10:00 · Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, delivery, transport, and construction of ABT/IBT houses in Stellenbosch for emergency housing over 3 years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have a CIDB grading of 3GB or higher.
Always check the official documentDescription
Stellenbosch Municipality invites bids for the supply, delivery, and construction of Alternative Building Technology (ABT/IBT) houses. The project involves building 18m², 27m², and 40m² units to serve as emergency housing within the Stellenbosch jurisdiction. Key tasks include site preparation, foundation work, and connecting units to municipal water, sewer, and electrical services. The contract spans three years, ending in June 2029, with an estimated volume of 50 units. All structures must meet specific fire-rating and durability standards, and contractors are required to use 100% local unskilled labour for all construction activities.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Minimum CIDB grading of 3GB
- Valid NHBRC registration
- Active Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Municipal rates and taxes not in arrears over three months
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- SANAS or Agrément South Africa accreditation for building technology
- Evidence of one completed ABT/IBT project with at least 30 units
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lester van Stavel
Email: Lester.vanstavel@stellenbosch.gov.za
Phone: 021-808-8462
How to apply: Submit physical, sealed tenders in the tender box located at the Stellenbosch Municipality, Town House Complex, Plein Street, Stellenbosch. Electronic, telephonic, or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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