eThekwini Municipality tenders
There are 20 open eThekwini Municipality tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 4 September 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
Most active sectors: Cleaning & Maintenance, General Purpose.
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Supply and installation of public transport shelters.
The eThekwini Municipality invites bids for the supply and installation of public transport shelters in the Western Region, including areas like Embo and Tshelimnyama. The project involves excavation, concrete work, and the assembly of 'Y' frame shelters with IBR roofing. The contract duration is 12 months, with a 4-month defects liability period. Bidders must have relevant experience in similar infrastructure projects and provide key staff with at least 3 years of experience. The work must be completed within 3 days of receiving an instruction. The tender closes on 04 September 2026.
Supply and installation of public transport shelters.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks bids for supplying and installing public transport shelters in the Southern Region. The project includes constructing concrete bases and installing galvanized 'Y' frame shelters with IBR roof sheeting across various wards. The contract lasts 12 months, with a 4-month defects liability period. Bidders need experience in similar infrastructure projects, and key personnel must have at least 3 years of relevant experience. Each site must be completed within 3 working days. The tender closes on 04 September 2026.
Hygiene Services for Public Transport Facilities in eThekwini.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks tenders for daily hygiene and cleaning services at public transport facility ablutions in the Southern Region. The contract is for 24 months, requiring the supply of cleaning materials, equipment, and staff. Facilities must be cleaned daily, including weekends and public holidays. Tasks include disinfecting sanitary fixtures, managing refuse, and maintaining records. Bidders must have a local office within eThekwini and at least 12 months of experience in cleaning public ablutions.
Provision of Hygiene Services for eThekwini Transport Facilities
The eThekwini Municipality seeks bids for daily hygiene and cleaning services at 18 public transport facility ablutions in the Western Region for 24 months. Responsibilities include daily cleaning of floors, walls, and sanitary fixtures, supplying cleaning materials and equipment, and providing staff with uniforms and safety gear. Services are required seven days a week, including public holidays. Tasks include refuse management, storeroom maintenance, and reporting facility defects. Cleaning supplies must meet SANS standards, and the provider must maintain a local presence within eThekwini.
Upgrading of Roads in Ntuzuma, Ward 38
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for upgrading Zezwe, Mvoti, Ntaka, and Landa roads in Ntuzuma, Ward 38. The project includes converting gravel roads to asphalt, constructing pavement layers, installing stormwater drainage, building retaining structures, and implementing road signage. The contractor must protect and relocate underground services. Completion is expected within 24 weeks. A compulsory meeting is on 24 August 2026, and the tender closes on 04 September 2026.
Hygiene services for public transport facilities in eThekwini.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for hygiene services at public transport facility ablutions in the Northern Region for 24 months. Responsibilities include daily cleaning and disinfecting of toilets, showers, and washbasins, ensuring availability of cleaning supplies, and maintaining cleaning records. The provider must supply cleaning materials, uniforms, and safety equipment, and have a local presence in eThekwini.
Hygiene Services for Public Transport Facilities in eThekwini.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for daily cleaning and hygiene maintenance of public transport facility ablutions in the Central Region for 24 months. The work includes cleaning toilets, urinals, and showers, managing refuse, and maintaining storerooms across 27 locations. The provider must supply cleaning materials, equipment, and staff uniforms, and maintain daily cleaning logs for municipal verification. A local presence within eThekwini is required for the contract duration.
Diagnostic Testing of Insulating Oil Services.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for diagnostic testing of insulating oil and emergency oil-spill response services over a 36-month period. The contract includes condition monitoring of high-voltage power transformers, oil analysis, and soil remediation at various substations in Durban. Key deliverables are 24/7 service availability, provision of sampling kits, transformer oil training, and detailed data reporting. The service provider must have a local office within eThekwini and possess specialized laboratory testing capabilities, adhering to safety and environmental regulations.
Supply of electrical cleaners and alcohol wipes.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks tenders for the supply, delivery, and off-loading of SANS 1365 electrical cleaners and isopropyl alcohol wipes in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, over a 36-month period. Deliverables include 7,000 units of 5-litre electrical cleaners and 10,000 wipes annually, meeting safety and quality standards. Deliveries are to the Energy Management Directorate’s Main Stores in Springfield, Durban, with initial orders due in four weeks and subsequent orders in two weeks.
Panel Beating Services for Municipal Vehicles.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks service providers for panel beating and vehicle restoration services for municipal light, commercial, and plant vehicles over 36 months. Responsibilities include body repairs, rust treatment, spray painting, and logistics. Repairs must meet OEM standards, and providers must be locally based and provide daily progress reports.
Maintenance of Roads and Stormwater in eThekwini.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for a 36-month rates-based contract for maintenance and repair of roads and stormwater infrastructure in the North-Central Region. The project involves pothole patching, sidewalk repairs, stormwater pipe cleaning, and vegetation control. Contractors must supply labour, plant, and traffic accommodation for various works as required. Full superintendence, security, and a Community Liaison Officer are also required.
Installation of AMI components in eThekwini Municipality.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for the installation of Electricity Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) components over 36 months. The project includes installing, exchanging, commissioning, and testing residential and commercial meters. Responsibilities include verifying smart meter communications, managing customer handovers, capturing installation data, and conducting tamper inspections. The contractor must manage municipal stock securely and maintain quality control. A qualified team, including an ECSA-registered project manager and trade-tested electricians, is required. Work is conducted on a rate-based, re-measurement basis.
Servicing and maintenance of heavy plant equipment.
The eThekwini Municipality requires a service provider for the servicing and maintenance of heavy plant and equipment over a 36-month period. This includes maintenance, repairs, and the supply of genuine OEM parts for machinery brands like Caterpillar, Volvo, and Komatsu. The contractor must offer off-site repair services, equipment collection and delivery at no extra cost, and detailed failure analysis reports. Training apprentices from previously disadvantaged backgrounds is essential. The contract mandates quick response times, such as addressing breakdowns within two hours and completing assessments within one working day. The work will be conducted in Durban, with performance monitored by the municipality.
Stormwater Upgrade for Shabally Road Canal Wall, Durban South
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for upgrading the Shabally Road Canal Wall in Durban South, Ward 32. The project includes demolishing a collapsed concrete wall and constructing a new 30-meter long, 4.5-meter high reinforced concrete structure. Tasks involve site clearance, dewatering, excavation, installing 600mm HDPE piping, and building a brick manhole. The contract duration is 28 weeks. A compulsory meeting is on 24 August 2026 at 10h00 at 238 Solomon Mahlangu Drive, Durban South. The tender closes on 04 September 2026 at 11h00. Bidders must have experience in reinforced concrete structures and stormwater channels. Evaluation will use the 80/20 preference point system.
Management and Disposal of Health Care Waste Contract.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for managing, removing, treating, and disposing of Health Care Risk Waste across municipal health facilities for 36 months. The contract includes supplying SABS-approved waste containers, on-site weighing and scanning of waste, and legal transportation and disposal of hazardous materials. The provider must have a local presence in Durban and maintain at least one month of stock for immediate delivery. Services include scheduled collections and emergency response for epidemic-related waste, with strict adherence to environmental and safety regulations.
Burial and Cremation Services for Indigent Persons.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for interment, cremation, exhumation, and assisted burial services for indigent persons within its municipal area for 36 months. Responsibilities include managing the process from place of death, providing compliant coffins, handling documentation, and operating within six zones. A mortuary facility with a capacity for 35-40 corpses, refrigeration, and a backup generator is required. Compliance with the National Health Act of 2003 is mandatory. The tender closes on 18 September 2026.
Supply and Installation of Substation Equipment.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning of protection and control equipment for electrical substations over 36 months. The project includes protection panels, SCADA gateways, communication networks, and secondary cabling, with work at various substations in the eThekwini area. A compulsory meeting is on 11 August 2026, and submissions are due by 11:00 on 18 September 2026. Technical expertise in substation automation and protection systems is required, along with a detailed safety plan.
Professional services for catalytic project framework development.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks professional services to develop a framework and business processes for catalytic land development projects over 36 months. The project includes inception, situational analysis, and strategic framework creation, with deliverables like a project charter and comprehensive framework report. The work, based in Durban, requires a multidisciplinary team with extensive experience in catalytic precinct development, public-private partnerships, and integrated spatial planning.
Landscaping Maintenance Services at uShaka Marine World.
The eThekwini Municipality invites bids for landscaping maintenance services at uShaka Marine World for 36 months. The scope includes lawn maintenance, tree and shrub pruning, pest management, irrigation upkeep, and garden refuse removal. Horticultural advisory services are required. Key deliverables include site housekeeping, safety briefings, and adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The contractor must ensure staff wear protective equipment and display safety signage. A site-specific safety file must be developed for municipal approval. This is a re-measurement contract with pricing based on monthly rates.
Supply and delivery of SF6 gas for eThekwini Municipality.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for the supply and delivery of Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6) gas to the Electricity and Energy Directorate on an as-needed basis over a 36-month period. The service includes supplying new gas in 20 kg cylinders, collecting and refilling municipal-owned cylinders, and conducting necessary inspections and testing. Deliveries are to be made to the HV Substations Branch in Springfield, Durban. The contractor must ensure gas quality meets international standards and provide traceability documentation, including quality certificates and safety data sheets. The contract runs from November 2026 to November 2029, and bidders must maintain a local office within the eThekwini municipal boundary and ensure personnel are trained in safe handling and transportation of hazardous goods.
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