Hire of Sewer Maintenance Equipment
Msunduzi Municipality
In plain English
The Msunduzi Municipality is procuring the hire of various machines including high-pressure jetting machines, vactor machines, bucket and winch machines, root cutters, and CCTV cameras for sewer pipe surveying. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and meet specific equipment age and pressure requirements.
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The Msunduzi Municipality invites tenders for the hire of specialized sewer maintenance equipment, including high-pressure jetting units, vactor machines, bucket and winch systems, root cutters, and CCTV inspection cameras. This is a 36-month rates-based contract to address sewer blockages and infrastructure maintenance within the municipality. Key deliverables include providing equipment within 48 hours of a purchase order, performing daily job reporting, and conducting pipe surveys with GPS-enabled CCTV technology. All equipment must be under 10 years old. Bidders must demonstrate operational experience and provide proof of company project history to meet functionality thresholds.
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
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (Pin)
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Proof of ownership or lease for required machinery
- Valid liability, Contractor’s all-risk, and Workman’s Compensation insurance
- Current municipal utility account or valid payment arrangement
- Relevant professional registrations
Contact & how to apply
Name: Fathima Mota
Email: fathima.mota@msunduzi.gov.za
Phone: 081 450 2060
How to apply: Submit hard copies and a digital version (CD/USB) in a sealed envelope marked with the contract number and description. Deliver to the Tender Box at Msunduzi Municipality Central Stores, 2 Abattoir Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, by 12h00 on 14 December 2026.
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