Tender Summary: CQ 4393/11 – Patch Potholes in Ward 10

Objectives

The primary objective is to restore road safety and infrastructure functionality by executing timely, high-quality pothole repairs within Ward 10 of the Kwadukuza Local Municipality.

Scope of Work

The contract encompasses the identification, preparation, and permanent patching of potholes across designated public roads in Ward 10. While precise quantities, locations, and timelines are detailed in the official tender package, the scope is limited to localized road maintenance activities requiring standard excavation, base stabilization, and asphalt/concrete surfacing techniques.

Technical Requirements

• CIDB Contractor Grading: Bidders must hold a minimum Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 1CE or higher.
• Submission Format: Tenders must be completed using official municipality-issued documentation. Electronic submissions and late entries will be automatically rejected.
• Tender Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of R34.00 is required, payable exclusively in cash upon document collection.
• Procedural Compliance: All aspects of tender sealing, addressing, physical delivery, opening, and assessment must strictly adhere to the protocols outlined in the tender data.

Skills Requirements

No explicit professional certifications or personnel qualifications are stipulated in the notice. However, the mandatory 1CE CIDB grading inherently requires the contractor to demonstrate adequate operational capacity, including competent site supervision, trained labour, and access to appropriate plant and equipment for minor civil works and road surface rehabilitation.

Preference & Evaluation Criteria

• Ownership Preference: 10 preference points are allocated to enterprises classified as 51% Black-owned Enterprise/Micro Enterprise (EME) or Qualifying Small Enterprise (QSE).
• Jurisdiction Preference: An additional 10 preference points are awarded to contractors operating within the Kwadukuza Municipal jurisdiction.

Clarification of Key Terms

• CIDB 1CE Grading: A foundational contractor classification for small-scale construction projects, typically covering works below a specific financial threshold. It requires basic project management, quality control, and technical execution capabilities suitable for minor infrastructure repairs.
• EME/QSE Black Ownership Preference: A Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) procurement incentive. Enterprises meeting specific turnover and ownership thresholds receive scoring advantages during bid evaluation to promote historical redress and economic inclusion.
• Municipal Jurisdiction Preference: A local economic development mechanism that grants evaluation points to registered contractors operating within the municipality's geographic boundaries, aiming to stimulate regional employment and support local business ecosystems.

Closing Date: 12h00 on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.