Department of Public Works tenders
There are 48 open Department of Public Works tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 15 October 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
Most active sectors: General Purpose, Construction & Engineering.
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Catering for Construction Contract Law Training.
The National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Bloemfontein Regional Office, seeks a service provider to supply catering services for Construction Contract Law training for 10 officials. The successful bidder will manage all catering logistics for the training duration. The tender, identified as 100G0 04553, must be submitted by 14 October 2026 at 11:00. No site inspection is required.
Generator maintenance and repair in Area 1B.
The Department of Public Works seeks a service provider for the maintenance, service, and repair of generators in Area 1B for 5 months. The tender uses an 80/20 preference point system with a functionality assessment. Submissions close on 14 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
Repairs and Renovations to Clinics in Alfred Nzo District
This tender involves repairs and renovations of Imizizi Clinic, Amadiba Clinic, St Patricks Gateway Clinic, and the OARTH psychiatric unit in Alfred Nzo District. Issued by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, the work includes building repairs, electrical upgrades, painting, fencing, and high-impact glass installation over an eight-month period. A compulsory site briefing is on 22 September 2026, and a minimum functionality score of 70 points is required.
Service and maintenance of platform lifts for magistrate courts.
The Department of Public Works requires a service provider for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of Cibes A5000 and Flexstep platform lifts at Ngqamakwe, Centane, and Idutywa Magistrate Courts for 36 months. A compulsory site briefing is on 6 October 2026, with bid submissions due by 14 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
Maintenance and Repair of Generators in Area 1D.
The Department of Public Works invites bids for the maintenance, servicing, and repair of generators in Area 1D over 5 months. The project ensures reliable operation of power backup systems. Service providers must perform technical maintenance tasks. Evaluation will use the 80/20 preference point system, focusing on cost-effectiveness and preference goals.
Maintenance and repair of generators in Area 1C.
The Department of Public Works seeks a service provider for the maintenance, service, and repair of generators in Area 1C over a 5-month period to ensure reliable operation of power backup systems. Tender closes on 14 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
Service and maintenance of Cibes A5000 lift.
The Department of Public Works requires a service provider for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a Cibes A5000 platform lift at the Sterkspruit Magistrate Court for 36 months. A compulsory briefing session will be held on 7 October 2026 at the site. The tender closes on 14 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
Generator maintenance and repair in Area 1E.
The Department of Public Works requires a service provider for the maintenance, service, and repair of generators in Area 1E for 5 months. All work must meet technical standards. Tender closes on 14 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
Procurement of stamps for eThekwini Regional Office.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in KwaZulu-Natal seeks a supplier for 45 self-inking stamps, including date, certifying, received, and paid stamps. Managed by the KZN Regional Office in Mayville, all goods must meet specified quality standards. The project is valid until 31 July 2026.
Grounds and Garden Services at Uthukela District Office
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks a service provider for grounds and garden maintenance at the Uthukela District Office for 24 months. Tasks include lawn maintenance, weeding, sweeping, and debris removal. The provider must supply equipment and ensure staff wear branded protective clothing. Work is scheduled Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:00. Closing date: 16 October 2026.
Lease of building for medium clinic in Bethlehem.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks proposals for leasing a 1050m² building in Bethlehem CBD for a medium clinic. The project includes 12 covered parking bays, tenant fit-out, ICT infrastructure, and backup systems. The building must meet Grade C standards and upgrade to Grade B before occupation. Proof of property ownership or a sales agreement and zoning for office use are required. The contract involves monthly rental payments and infrastructure installation costs. Submission deadline is 16 October 2026.
Cleaning and Hygiene Services for Durban High Court.
The National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for cleaning and hygiene services at the Durban High Court for 36 months. A compulsory site briefing is on 6 October 2025, and submissions close on 19 October 2026 at 11:00 AM. The contract ensures high standards of cleanliness and hygiene for the Department of Justice.
Service and Repair of Air Conditioners at DOJ-Xhariep.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for the service and repair of air conditioning units at various DOJ-Xhariep District 2 buildings in Bloemfontein. The project covers five specific building locations identified by unique asset IDs. The work involves routine maintenance and necessary repairs to ensure the systems function correctly. The tender closing date is 19 October 2026 at 11:00. No site inspection is required for this project.
Provision of Cleaning and Hygiene Services for 36 Months.
The National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has issued tender DBN26/09/02 for general services in Durban. The project requires professional service delivery at the Kingsmead Office Park location. Interested parties must ensure all project deliverables align with the standards set by the Department. The tender process is open for submissions, with a closing time of 11:00 a.m. on the specified date.
Panel of Town Planning Professionals for DPWI.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks bids for a panel of town planning professionals and multi-disciplinary teams to support infrastructure development across South Africa for three years. Responsibilities include site identification, audits, land procurement, and formalization processes like rezoning and environmental authorizations. A compulsory briefing session is required, and the contract includes monthly and bi-annual reporting.
Panel of Town Planning Professionals for Public Works.
The National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks to appoint a panel of qualified town planning professionals with a multi-disciplinary team for three years. Services will be provided across various provinces in South Africa. Attendance at a compulsory briefing session is required for submission. The tender aims to secure expert planning support for departmental projects nationwide.
Purchase of Residential Accommodation for Sada Area Commissioner.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for purchasing residential property for the Sada Area Commissioner in Queenstown. The property should be in specified suburbs and must include three bedrooms, a lounge, a dining area, two bathrooms, and a double garage or carport. It should have a boundary wall, a remote-controlled gate, and separate staff quarters, with all structures connected to municipal services and supported by approved building plans. A compulsory briefing is on 30 September 2026, and submissions close on 20 October 2026.
Office Accommodation for DOH in Mtubatuba.
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks office accommodation for the Department of Health in Mtubatuba for a 5-year lease. The required space is 231.25m² with 15 parking bays and a specialized wash bay, located in the Mtubatuba CBD near public transport. The building must meet B-Grade office standards and be reconfigured within 4 months of layout approval. Submissions close on 21 October 2026.
Cleaning and Hygiene Services for Chatsworth Magistrate Court.
The National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites tenders for cleaning and hygiene services at the Chatsworth Magistrate Court in Durban for 36 months. Interested parties should refer to the official tender documentation on the e-Tender Portal or the Department's website for details on scope, deliverables, and timelines. Documents must be physically submitted in Durban by 11:00 a.m. on the closing date.
Mogwase Prison Electrical Engineering Consultancy Services.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks professional electrical engineering services for repairs and upgrades at Mogwase Correctional Centre. The project includes contract administration, inspection, and project close-out over two years (2026-2028). The service provider will oversee electrical works, ensuring compliance with labour-intensive infrastructure guidelines. Estimated construction value is R22.4 million. A compulsory site meeting is scheduled for 30 September 2026 at the prison entrance.
Mogwase Prison: Mechanical Engineering Services Upgrade
The National Department of Public Works & Infrastructure invites bids for mechanical engineering services at Mogwase Prison in the North West Province. The project involves the repair and upgrading of the entire facility, requiring management of all project stages from inception to close-out, including construction monitoring and quality assurance. Key deliverables include design reports, construction documentation, progress reports, and final accounts. Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and reporting on Expanded Public Works Programme indicators are mandatory. A compulsory site meeting is scheduled for 30 September 2026.
Service and maintenance of HVAC systems at Durban Court.
Tender for the service, maintenance, and repair of all HVAC systems at the Durban Magistrate's Court for a period of three months.
Servicing of electrical infrastructure at DCS-Groenpunt.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for the servicing of electrical infrastructure at the DCS-Groenpunt Raw Water Substation in Bloemfontein. The project includes maintenance of transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and isolators to ensure operational efficiency. The tender closes on 21 October 2026 at 11:00. No site inspection is required.
Repair of Generator at SAPS-Oranjeville.
This tender is for the repair of a generator at the SAPS-Oranjeville facility. The project involves fixing the automatic start function, restoring power supply to the building, and repairing the 220-volt battery charger. The work is issued by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. All work must be completed at the SAPS-Oranjeville site. The closing date for this tender is 21 October 2026 at 11:00.
Howick Magistrate Court: Solar System Installation.
This tender involves the supply, delivery, and installation of a 12kVA solar system at Howick Magistrate Court. It includes managing construction projects during the COVID-19 period, focusing on site safety, health monitoring, and financial continuity. Contractors must manage sub-contractor training, perform risk assessments, and monitor site activities. Key deliverables include health incident reporting, submission of reports, and updating risk procedures. Coordination with the client for budget and timeline adjustments due to site access delays is required. Contractors must ensure timely payment certificate submissions and support employees with UIF claims.
Repair of Water Pump at Vulamehlo/Dududu Court
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works seeks a service provider to repair a faulty water pump at the Vulamehlo/Dududu Magistrate facility. The project involves technical maintenance to restore water supply systems. Managed by the Department of Public Works Supply Chain Management, submissions close on 22 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Lease of Office Accommodation for Education Dept.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for leasing office accommodation for the Department of Education in uThukela District, Ladysmith. The lease term is nine years and eleven months, requiring a single building of 7,156.25 square meters with 193 parking bays. The location must be within 3 kilometers of the main taxi rank. Deliverables include space planning, a business continuity plan for water and electricity, and a building maintenance plan. A compulsory briefing session is on 06 October 2026, with the tender closing on 23 October 2026.
Provision of Office Accommodation for Education Department in Limpopo.
This tender involves providing 882 m² of office space for the Department of Education in Northam Circuit, Limpopo. It includes constructing or supplying a building with boardrooms, kitchens, server rooms, storage, and sanitary facilities. Key infrastructure requirements are a guard house, water tanks, and a paved parade area. The facility must offer 27 parking bays for staff, visitors, and government vehicles, ensuring a functional workspace that meets spatial and security standards.
Provision of Office Accommodation for Education Dept, Limpopo.
This tender involves the construction or provision of office and facility space for the Department of Education in Mookgoong Circuit, Limpopo Province, for nearly 10 years. It includes building administrative areas, a boardroom, kitchens, storage rooms, a server room, and a guard house. The project requires installing water tanks and creating a paved parade area. The facility must accommodate 13 officials and provide 27 parking bays, with allocations for visitors, government vehicles, and paraplegic access. The server room needs specialized cooling and power backup, while the kitchen requires ventilation systems.
Multi-disciplinary Team for Mamelodi Magistrate Court Project
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks bids for a multi-disciplinary professional team for the Mamelodi Magistrate Court. Required professionals include an Architect, a Principal Agent, and a Construction Health and Safety Agent. The project is located at the Mamelodi Magistrate Court on Tsamaya Road. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 13 October 2026, and submissions are due by 23 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Ladybrand Magistrate Office Roof Replacement Project.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks a Professional Construction Health and Safety Agent for the Ladybrand Magistrate Office roof replacement in the Free State. Responsibilities include monitoring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, conducting risk assessments, approving safety plans, performing site audits, and managing the safety close-out report. The project runs from September 2027 to July 2029. Bidders must have a registered Professional Construction Health and Safety Agent (Pr. CHSA) with SACPCMP. Submissions close on 23 October 2026 at 11:00.
Service and Repair of Air-Conditioning Units at Magistrate Court.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks contractors to manage health, safety, and project administration for servicing and repairing 52 non-functional air-conditioning units. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, maintaining site records, managing sub-contractor training, and reporting health incidents within 24 hours. Contractors must update safety procedures within 36 hours, manage labor welfare, assist with UIF claims, and renegotiate timelines and budgets due to site access or supply chain delays. Accurate documentation is required for payment processing.
Nkandla Disaster Management Centre and Fire Station Construction
The project involves constructing a new disaster management and fire services facility in Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal, issued by the Nkandla Local Municipality and the KZN Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. It includes civil, structural, architectural, electrical, and mechanical works, such as bulk earthworks, multiple building blocks, a guard house, a generator room, and a fire station bay. Structural works involve reinforced concrete raft foundations, retaining walls, and steel roof structures. Electrical and mechanical deliverables include solar PV systems, HVAC, fire detection, and PA systems. The project adheres to J2 occupancy standards and SANS and ECSA regulations. The contract period is 18 months, with a compulsory briefing session on 14 October 2026.
Office Accommodation Procurement for Higher Education Dept.
Procurement of office accommodation in Cape Town for five years, requiring landlords to submit a building upgrade plan for structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing improvements. The plan is mandatory for leases of 9 years and 11 months or shorter leases with complaints, to be completed within 12 months of lease start.
Langlaagte Police Station Upgrade and Safety Consultancy
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks a Health and Safety Consultant for upgrading the Langlaagte Police Station and cellblock, including fencing at the Dog Unit in Johannesburg. The consultant will provide professional health and safety services throughout the construction period. The tender was advertised on 02 October 2026, with a site briefing on 09 October 2026. Proposals are due by 28 October 2026.
Lease of office space and parking in Cape Town.
The Department of Higher Education seeks to lease office accommodation in Cape Town for five years, requiring 969.28 m2 of space and 33 secure parking bays. Issued by the Department of Public Works, bidders must meet an 80% functionality threshold. Closing date: 28 October 2026 at 11:00.
Panel of service providers for project management units.
The National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure seeks bids for appointing five professional service providers to establish Project Management Units nationwide over a five-year period to enhance project management capacity. Submissions close on 29 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Office Accommodation for Economic Development in Limpopo.
The Department of Economic Development, Environment & Tourism seeks office accommodation in Modimolle, Limpopo, for 77 staff members over 1161 square meters. The facility must include office areas, a training room, a boardroom, a server room, a gym, storage facilities, and 83 parking bays. Additional requirements include water tanks, paraplegic-accessible toilets, and security features like a strong room.
Office Accommodation for Economic Development in Tzaneen.
The Department of Economic Development, Environment & Tourism seeks 297 square meters of office space in Tzaneen, Limpopo, for 13 staff members. The space must include individual offices, a boardroom, a kitchen, a canteen, a store room, and a strong room. It should provide 20 parking bays, including spots for government vehicles and visitors, support the installation of two water tanks, and offer storage for cleaning and gardening equipment.
Office Accommodation for Economic Development in Limpopo.
The Department of Economic Development, Environment & Tourism seeks office accommodation in Phalaborwa, Limpopo, for 9 years and 11 months. The facility should be approximately 179 square meters for 8 staff members, including office space, a boardroom, a kitchen, a storeroom, and a strong room. It must provide 11 parking bays, including visitor and government vehicle spaces, and include a water tank.
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