Construction of Water Infrastructure in Coega SEZ.
Ms Zine Mtanda
In plain English
Construction of return effluent distribution water infrastructure to Zones 3, 5, 6, 7, and 9 of the Coega SEZ. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 8CE or higher and meet other specified requirements.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) invites tenders for the construction of return effluent distribution water infrastructure within the Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Gqeberha. The project involves installing various bulk pipelines, including steel, concrete, HDPE, and PVC-U pipes, along with associated chambers, valves, and zonal meters. Key tasks include site clearance, trench excavation, horizontal directional drilling, and pipe jacking under roads and railways. The contractor is responsible for site establishment, environmental management, and landscaping rehabilitation. The project duration is 12 months from the commencement date. Bidders must attend a mandatory briefing meeting on 20 July 2026 to qualify. The work requires strict adherence to SANS standards, including specific color-coding for reclaimed water infrastructure and the submission of detailed as-built surveys. The project also mandates a 35% SMME subcontracting target for the successful bidder.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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 8 Civil Engineering (8CE)) — 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
- Active CIDB grading of 8CE or higher
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC company registration documents
- Key personnel must hold relevant professional registrations
- Must appoint a SACPCMP-registered Construction Health and Safety Officer
- Must provide proof of office establishment
- Valid registration with the Compensation Fund or licensed insurer
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms Zine Mtanda
Email: tenderscdc32326@coega.co.za
Phone: 000-000-0000
How to apply: Submit one original document in a sealed, tamper-proof envelope to the Document Control Office, Coega Business Centre, Corner Alcyon and Zibuko Street, Zone 1, Coega SEZ, Gqeberha. No email, fax, or electronic submissions are accepted.
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