eThekwini Municipality tenders
There are 29 open eThekwini Municipality tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 21 August 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
Most active sectors: Construction & Engineering, General Purpose.
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Supply and delivery of wristbands for uShaka Marine World.
uShaka Marine World invites tenders for the supply and delivery of branded, water-resistant wristbands over 36 months. Approximately 2.47 million units are required, delivered to 1 King Shaka Avenue, Durban. Wristbands must be tear-resistant, tamper-proof, and compatible with thermal printing machines, with deliveries within 10 days of purchase order. The contract is issued by eThekwini Municipality and uShaka Marine World, requiring specific material and printing standards.
Tyre Retreading Services for eThekwini Municipality.
The eThekwini Municipality requires a service provider for tyre retreading over 36 months. Tasks include collecting, inspecting, and reconditioning tyres for municipal workshops, ensuring a four-day turnaround per batch. Deliverables include weekly and quarterly reports, with a 12-month warranty. Compliance with SANS standards is mandatory, and the provider must operate within KwaZulu-Natal to maintain fleet safety and efficiency.
Panel Contract for Road and Stormwater Maintenance
The eThekwini Municipality seeks contractors for a 36-month panel contract to maintain and repair roads and stormwater infrastructure across the city on an as-and-when-required basis. Tasks include upgrading gravel roads, improving intersections, installing pedestrian facilities, and managing stormwater systems. The project also covers emergency repairs, earthworks, and road signage. This is a rates-based contract with payments per work package order, subject to the Medium Term Revenue Expenditure Framework.
Upgrade of Maniza Road in KwaXimba, Ward 1
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for upgrading Maniza Road (TRK 93249) in KwaXimba, Ward 1. The project involves converting 750 meters of gravel road into a reinforced concrete roadway, including bulk earthworks, layerworks, construction of concrete v-drains, driveways, a double-barrel in-situ culvert, and stormwater drainage systems. Protection works such as gabion boxes and retaining walls are required. Completion is expected within 36 weeks. A compulsory clarification meeting is on 27 July 2026 at the Roads Provision Department in Hillcrest. Tender closing date is 21 August 2026 at 11:00.
Service Provider for Youth and Homeless Employment Programme
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for an Outcomes-Based Youth and Homeless Employment and Transition Programme within the eThekwini area. The project involves recruiting and rehabilitating 300 homeless individuals through psycho-social support, work readiness training, and employment placement. Key deliverables include achieving 300 verified employment outcomes over 36 months, providing temporary accommodation, and maintaining a real-time data management system. Bidders must demonstrate financial capacity to pre-finance the project, as payment is linked to verified outcomes. A local presence within eThekwini is required for the project's duration. The tender closes on 21 August 2026 at 11:00 am.
Maintenance of Rail Sidings in Isipingo for 36 Months
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for the maintenance of rail sidings in the Isipingo area over 36 months. The work includes routine maintenance such as track inspections, weeding, ballast trimming, gauge adjustments, and lubricating turnouts. Responsibilities also include emergency repairs, drainage maintenance, and clearing overhanging branches, following the Transnet Permanent Way Instruction Manual. Issued by the Engineering Services Directorate, with a compulsory meeting on 27 July 2026 and closing date on 21 August 2026.
Supply and repair services for MAN buses.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks tenders for supplying original parts and repair services for MAN buses over 36 months. Services include maintenance, breakdown support, and repairs at municipal depots. Key tasks involve maintaining parts inventory, providing diagnostic software, training apprentices, and supplying breakdown vehicles. A local presence and adherence to OEM standards are required.
Supply and delivery of office stationery for 36 months.
The eThekwini Municipality requires a service provider to supply and deliver 109 types of general office stationery, including paper, pens, files, and calculators, over a period of thirty-six months in Durban. The supplier must ensure delivery as needed, with fixed prices covering all delivery costs for the contract duration. Performance will be monitored by the municipality.
Construction of 54 Housing Units at Ntuzuma D.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for constructing 54 top-structure units at the Ntuzuma D Phase 2 & 3 Extension Housing Project in Ward 43. The project includes site clearing, earthworks, and building double-storey units with reinforced concrete raft foundations, blockwork, first-floor slabs, staircases, tiled roofs, and electrical and plumbing services. The contract duration is 156 weeks, and all work must comply with NHBRC standards and SANS 10400 regulations. The project is subject to funding availability.
Electronic Payment Processing Services for Municipality
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a service provider for electronic payment processing of municipal services for 36 months. Responsibilities include accepting various payment methods, transferring funds within 24-48 hours, providing daily payment files, and monthly transaction reports. The provider must maintain a secure portal for transaction visibility, validate payments against active accounts, implement a refund process, and ensure disaster recovery systems for service continuity.
Professional Team for Lower Thornwood Phase 2 Planning.
The eThekwini Municipality seeks a professional team for detailed planning and statutory approvals for the Lower Thornwood Phase 2 Integrated Human Settlement in Ward 14. This includes township establishment for 711 sites, town planning, environmental assessments, water use licenses, geotechnical investigations, land surveying, and civil engineering. The team will also manage project management, social facilitation, and stakeholder engagement. The contract is for 36 months, starting 14 days post-award. Bidders must have experience in projects with at least 250 sites completed in the last 10 years.
Supply and delivery of plumbing materials for 36 months.
The eThekwini Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of plumbing materials, including valves, pipes, and electrical components, for 36 months. Deliveries to Corporate Stores in Durban must occur within 5 days of purchase order receipt. All goods must meet SABS and SANS standards. Fixed pricing is required, and bidders need 3 years of experience and a local presence in eThekwini.
Supply of Polymer Concrete and Moulded Products.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for the manufacture, supply, and delivery of polymer concrete and compression moulded products for 36 months. The scope includes infrastructure components like manhole covers and gully gratings, meeting SANS standards. Deliveries are required within 14 working days to various locations in eThekwini Municipality. Bidders must provide product drawings and samples for approval. Tender closes on 21 August 2026 at 11:00 am.
Supply and delivery of bulletproof vests for eThekwini Metro Police.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for supplying and delivering bullet-resistant vests for Metro Police Services over 36 months. The scope includes male and female vests in various sizes with Level 3 ballistic plates, meeting international NIJ standards. The successful bidder will manufacture official police insignias and deliver to eThekwini Metro Headquarters in Durban within 30 working days of an order. Bidders must have at least five years of experience supplying similar gear to law enforcement agencies.
Integrated Infrastructure Maintenance and Construction Contract.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for a 36-month framework contract for the maintenance and construction of municipal buildings, facilities, and engineering systems. The scope includes general building works, electrical and mechanical systems, new construction, upgrades, and emergency repairs at various sites within the eThekwini area. Bidders must attend a compulsory meeting on 27 July 2026 at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Compliance with health and safety regulations is required.
Supply and delivery of traffic signal poles.
The eThekwini Municipality invites bids for the manufacture and supply of traffic signal poles and metallic items over 36 months. Deliveries will be made to the Corporate Procurement Stores in Durban. Key requirements include compliance with SANS standards, hot-dip galvanizing, and specialized priming. The municipality reserves the right to inspect and radiograph all welds. The closing date is 21 August 2026, and delivery must occur within 4 weeks of receiving an official purchase order.
Upgrading of Gravel Roads to Asphalt in Ward 14.
The eThekwini Municipality invites tenders for upgrading gravel roads to asphalt surfaces in Thornwood, Dassenhoek-Pinetown South (Ward 14). The project includes bulk earthworks, pavement layer construction, asphalt surfacing, stormwater infrastructure, concrete V-drains, retaining walls, and managing underground services. The contract duration is 36 weeks. A compulsory clarification meeting is on 11 August 2026 at 10:00 am at the ETA Building, Durban. The tender closes on 21 August 2026 at 11:00 am. Bidders must show experience in similar projects and provide a Health and Safety Plan.
Upgrade of Gas Suppression System at eThekwini Data Centre
The eThekwini Municipality seeks tenders for upgrading the gas suppression system at the eThekwini Transport Authority Data Centre in Durban. The project involves supplying, installing, testing, and commissioning fire protection, detection, and alarm systems. Compliance with SANS/ISO 14520, SANS 10139, and NFPA 2001 standards is required. Deliverables include EN54 certified equipment, a SAQCC Gas Certificate of Conformity, an Electrical Certificate of Compliance, and as-built drawings. Completion is expected within 80 working days.
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.
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.
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.
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