City of Cape Town tenders
There are 35 open City of Cape Town tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 31 August 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
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Supply and Delivery of Uniforms for Safety and Security.
The City of Cape Town requires a service provider for the supply and delivery of step-out uniforms and equipment for the Safety and Security Directorate. This includes shirts, trousers, jackets, belts, and official insignia for Metro Police, Law Enforcement, and Disaster Risk Management departments. The contract is for a 36-month period on an as-and-when-required basis. A compulsory meeting is scheduled for 5 August 2026 at the Disaster Risk Management Centre in Goodwood. Bidders must meet a functionality score of 60 out of 100.
Supply and delivery of refuse containers.
The City of Cape Town requires a service provider for the supply, delivery, and offloading of 80-litre and 770-litre refuse containers over a 36-month contract. Responsibilities include providing spare parts, repairing 80-litre bins, and recycling damaged containers. Deliveries to the Hanover Park Cleansing Depot must occur within 14 days of an order, and all containers must adhere to specific material and branding standards. The bidder must have the technical capacity and equipment for large-scale waste container logistics.
Supply and Delivery of Water Treatment Chemicals.
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for the supply, delivery, and offloading of water treatment chemicals at the Strandfontein West Water Treatment Works. The contract includes liquid flocculants and granular activated carbon, removal and disposal of spent carbon, and annual technical audits over a 36-month period in Phillipi South, Cape Town. Bidders must ensure all chemicals meet drinking water safety standards and provide necessary safety data sheets. A compulsory site meeting is required for submission.
Supply of Electricity Generators and Maintenance Services
The City of Cape Town seeks service providers for the supply of electricity generators, maintenance services, and parts within the municipal area. The tender includes equipment provision and technical support to ensure reliable power generation. A virtual clarification meeting is scheduled for 24 July 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
Supply and Delivery of Combat Uniforms and Equipment.
The City of Cape Town Safety and Security Directorate invites tenders for the supply and delivery of combat uniforms and equipment over 36 months. Items must meet specific standards and include branding for departments like Metro Police. Bidders must provide samples for evaluation. A compulsory clarification meeting is part of the process.
Supply and delivery of marine vessels and equipment.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for supplying and delivering various marine vessels and rescue equipment over thirty-six months. The scope includes jet ribs, jet skis, inflatable boats, landing craft, and specialized rescue gear. All items must meet SAMSA and Occupational Health and Safety standards. Suppliers must provide product training and have maintenance facilities within Cape Town. Deliveries will support operations along the coastline and inland waterways.
Building Construction and Alterations at Philippi Switching Station
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for building construction and alterations at the Philippi Switching Station, involving civil, electrical, mechanical, and fire installation works. The project is managed by the Energy: Electricity Generation & Distribution department. Closing date is 03 September 2026, with a non-compulsory clarification meeting on 12 August 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
Elsies River Infill Housing Project Construction.
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for the Elsies River Infill Housing Project in Goodwood, involving the construction of 376 top structures, electrical infrastructure including streetlights, landscaping, and sidewalks. The project is located at Erven 36706, 37031, and 34159. Successful bidders will provide operation and maintenance manuals and training. A compulsory site visit is on 13 August 2026, with submissions due by 04 September 2026.
Swop Shop services for recyclables in Cape Town.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for managing Swop Shop services to collect recyclables in low-income areas. The project includes operating trailers, community engagement, stock management, and selling recyclables to accredited markets. The contract lasts until June 2030, requiring weekly services to at least 20 communities per region, staff management, and accurate data records. Bidders must provide vehicles for towing trailers, with work across various suburbs in the North and South regions of Cape Town.
Sanitary bin services for City of Cape Town facilities.
The City of Cape Town requires a service provider for the supply, servicing, and disposal of sanitary bins across its facilities for 36 months. The service includes providing hands-free bins, regular sanitizing, and environmentally responsible waste disposal. A dedicated team with a supervisor and two waste handlers per area is needed. Services cover various buildings, depots, and complexes, including water treatment schemes. Key deliverables include monthly or bi-weekly servicing, 24-hour ad-hoc response, and provision of waste manifests and disposal certificates. Bins must meet size and branding requirements, and chemicals used must be SABS-tested.
Smart Transportation Technologies in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town seeks a service provider for designing, supplying, and maintaining smart transportation technologies, including CCTV, sensors, digital network equipment, and software for data analytics. The 36-month contract requires a dedicated account manager, a local office, system integration, technical support, and security and environmental control systems implementation.
Construction of Community Trading Market in Thembokwezi.
The City of Cape Town invites bids for constructing a new community trading market facility in Thembokwezi, including trading spaces, structural works, and supporting infrastructure. An online clarification meeting is scheduled for 20 August 2026, with submissions due by 10 September 2026 at 10h00. The project aims to enhance local trading infrastructure.
Supply and Maintenance of Sampling Data Loggers.
The City of Cape Town requires a service provider for the supply, delivery, and maintenance of sampling data loggers for 36 months. Responsibilities include providing hardware, configuring software, maintenance, and staff training. Equipment must be waterproof, portable, and support wireless data transmission to the City's LIMS system.
Framework Tender for Dune Rehabilitation and Maintenance.
The City of Cape Town seeks a contractor for a 36-month framework tender focused on dune rehabilitation, vegetation management, and general maintenance across various locations. The project is divided into three categories based on project value, ranging from R500,000 to R6,000,000, aiming to preserve and maintain coastal dune environments. A hybrid clarification meeting is scheduled for 27 August 2026, and the tender closes on 14 September 2026.
Supply and Delivery of Copper Overhead Cables.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for the manufacture, testing, supply, delivery, and offloading of copper overhead cables and anti-theft earthing conductors over a 36-month period. Products must meet SANS and NRS standards, and deliveries should be on wooden drums. A facility for returning empty drums within the municipal area is required.
Unified Channel Management Solution for Contact Centres.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for the supply, implementation, and maintenance of a Unified Channel Management solution for its emergency and non-emergency contact centres. The project involves integrating voice, social media, and messaging channels with existing CRM and emergency systems over a 60-month period, including a 6-month hyper-care support phase. Bidders must have experience with large-scale contact centres and provide OEM accreditation. The closing date is 16 September 2026.
Framework for Underground Services Detection and Surveying
The City of Cape Town seeks a framework contract for ad-hoc detection and location of underground services and surveying using ground-penetrating radar, electromagnetic locators, and manual excavation. The contract, lasting 36 months, involves obtaining permits, site surveying, and reinstating excavation areas. Three service providers will be appointed to deliver accurate site mapping, service detection reports, and ensure site safety management, requiring professional surveying expertise and adherence to health and safety standards.
Supply and installation of firearm safes.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, and off-loading of firearm safes, including rifle, wall-mounted, and vehicle-specific safes, over 36 months. Safes must be corrosion-resistant and meet SANS and ISO standards. Bidders must manage logistics and provide proof of experience with long-weapon vehicle safes. Evaluation uses an 80/20 preference point system.
Supply and delivery of lifeguard equipment and uniforms.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for a 36-month term contract to supply and deliver lifeguard equipment and uniforms for beaches and swimming pools. The tender covers ten categories, including rescue craft, medical equipment, marine radios, and apparel. Deliverables are expected within 4 to 6 weeks of a purchase order. A compulsory site meeting will be held at Athlone Stadium on 08 September 2026. The contract uses an 80/20 preference point system.
Valve supply and maintenance for water systems.
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for the supply, installation, servicing, and repair of valves and pipework for water and sanitation systems over 36 months. The project requires expertise in maintaining valves ranging from 100NB to 1200NB, with work occurring across various municipal sites. Bidders must provide a team with at least one qualified artisan and one assistant.
Supply and Delivery of Electricity Meters.
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for the supply and delivery of electricity meters over a 24-month period. The tender is open to suppliers meeting the technical specifications, with an 80/20 preference point system applied. Two primary tenderers and an alternative will be appointed for each item. A non-compulsory online clarification meeting is scheduled for 04 September 2026, and submissions are due by 28 September 2026 at 10:00 am.
Supply and Service of Mobile Dual Cabin Toilets.
The City of Cape Town seeks tenders for supplying, delivering, and servicing at least 15 mobile dual cabin toilets for the Waste Services Cleansing Branch over 36 months. Services include cleaning, sanitizing, waste disposal, and refilling water tanks. Units must be serviced weekly, delivered within 24 hours, and defective units replaced promptly. Deliverables include monthly invoices, service reports, and travel logs with fixed pricing for the contract duration.
Supply and Delivery of Cement Bases for Litter Bins.
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for a 36-month term contract for the supply and delivery of approximately 3,000 single cement bases for litter bins, with a minimum order quantity of 500 units. Deliveries must be completed within 28 days of receiving a purchase order, and a physical product sample must be submitted for testing within 14 days of the closing date. The tender closes on 29 September 2026.
Panel for Trailer Manufacture and Conversion.
The City of Cape Town seeks service providers for manufacturing, supplying, and delivering new trailers, and converting existing ones. This 36-month contract involves light to heavy-duty trailers. Tasks will be allocated through a secondary process. Compliance with National Road Traffic Act standards is required. Closing date: 30 September 2026. Clarification meeting: 11 September 2026.
Supply and Maintenance of Policing and Control Systems
The City of Cape Town seeks a company to supply, install, and maintain an Emergency Policing & Incident Control System, an Investigative Case Management System, and a Contraventions System for a 15-year contract. A compulsory hybrid site visit/clarification meeting is scheduled for 23 April 2026. Submissions close on 01 June 2026.
Energy Efficiency Schools Programme 2027-2029
The City of Cape Town seeks a service provider for the Energy Efficiency Schools Programme from 2027 to 2029. The project includes educational theatre performances and workshops in high schools to promote energy awareness. Responsibilities include managing play rehearsals, coordinating educational sessions, organizing a poster competition, and managing catering for events. Deliverables include progress reports and the handover of project assets. The work will occur in schools within the City of Cape Town and Western Cape Education Department districts. Bidders must demonstrate experience in youth-focused educational programs and have the capacity to manage the project over the contract period.
Rehabilitation of Swartklip Road in Cape Town.
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for road and bridge construction works, requiring infrastructure improvements per COTO Standard Specifications. One primary and one standby contractor will be appointed. The employer may cancel the tender if market-related pricing is not agreed upon.
Provision of Fine Contravention Services in Cape Town.
The City of Cape Town seeks a service provider for fine contravention services, including the supply, installation, and maintenance of traffic enforcement equipment. The contractor will manage back-office operations such as fine processing and court support over a 96-month period. Key tasks include system integration with payment platforms and establishing a dedicated service centre.
Manufacture and Supply of LV Wiring Cables and Cords
The City of Cape Town invites tenders for the manufacture, testing, supply, and delivery of low voltage wiring cables and flexible cords for up to 36 months. Deliverables include various cable types meeting SANS 1507 and SANS 1574 standards. Products must be marked with the tender number and manufacturer details. Work is within Cape Town, requiring technical datasheets and strict quality assurance.
Manufacture and Supply of High Voltage Fuse-Links.
This tender involves the manufacture, testing, supply, and delivery of 12kV current limiting fuse-links for the City of Cape Town. The contract duration is up to thirty-six months, with a preferred delivery time of twelve weeks from purchase order. Equipment must meet national safety and quality standards, and the tender uses an 80/20 preference point system for evaluation.
Provision of Leadership and Organisational Development Services
The City of Cape Town seeks professional service providers for leadership development, organisational design, and innovation management. The contract spans thirty-six months and involves areas such as change management, talent assessment, and organisational effectiveness. Bidders must have experience with large organisations and provide expert resources like Industrial Psychologists. A minimum functionality score of 70% is required for selection.
Supply and Services for High Voltage Switchgear.
The City of Cape Town invites bids for the maintenance, repair, upgrade, and refurbishment of High Voltage Air Insulated Switchgear (AIS) under a term tender. Work will be conducted as needed in Cape Town. An online clarification meeting is set for 04 September 2026. Note the updated preference schedules and Skills Development criteria. The tender closes on 20 October 2026. Ensure compliance with all technical specifications and pricing schedules.
Sale and Development of Erf 36554, Milnerton.
The City of Cape Town seeks proposals for the sale and development of a 71.8-hectare site at 13 Oyster Street, Milnerton. The project involves creating an integrated, mixed-use, and mixed-income neighborhood with affordable housing, transport infrastructure, and public facilities. Developers must ensure connectivity with surrounding areas and preserve environmental features. The project has a 36-month timeline for land transfer and development, requiring a conceptual development framework and a 20-year financial feasibility model.
Appointment of Main Banker and Financial Services for Cape Town.
The City of Cape Town seeks a service provider for main banking and financial services over 60 months, starting no earlier than April 2028. The scope includes transactional banking, electronic payment validation, debt arrangement, and securities custody. Responsibilities include managing municipal accounts, cash centre services, and municipal bond advisory. Bidders can apply for one or multiple sections, requiring high-level financial expertise and regulatory compliance.
Construction of Rietvlei Sewage Pump Station.
The City of Cape Town seeks contractors for constructing a sewage pump station, rising main, and tie-in works at Bellville Wastewater Treatment Works, managed by the Water and Sanitation Directorate. Includes civil engineering, procurement, and construction. A site meeting will be held at Sarepta Community Hall, Kuils River.
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