Advertising receptacles contract in eThekwini.
eThekwini Municipality
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, installation, maintenance, and operation of receptacles for commercial and event poster advertisements in eThekwini Municipality for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The eThekwini Municipality is seeking a service provider for an income-generating contract involving the supply, installation, maintenance, and operation of advertising receptacles on streetlight poles. The project covers the Durban area for a 36-month period. The successful bidder must manage at least 5,000 units, ensuring all advertising complies with municipal standards. Key tasks include installing durable, fade-resistant poster displays, managing electricity connections for illuminated signs, and removing unauthorized advertisements. The provider must maintain a local office within eThekwini for the duration of the contract. Deliverables include a health and safety plan, regular turnover reports, and a revenue-sharing model. The contract requires a minimum monthly payment to the municipality of R650,000.00 or 20% of gross revenue, whichever is higher.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN or Tax Clearance Certificate
- Valid Department of Labour Letter of Good Standing
- Public Liability insurance of at least R10,000,000 and Motor Vehicle Insurance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lindiwe Kubheka
Email: Lindiwe.kubheka@durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-311-7803
How to apply: Submit hard copies in a sealed envelope to the Tender Box at the ground floor foyer, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban. Additionally, submit electronic versions via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module).
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