The Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under reference number IYM01/02/2026Q for the supply and delivery of interior and exterior paints to support municipal infrastructure maintenance and development projects. This procurement opportunity is open to all compliant service providers and forms part of the municipality’s ongoing efforts to maintain public buildings, facilities, and civic spaces across its jurisdiction in the Eastern Cape.
Overview of the Inxuba Yethemba Paint Supply RFQ
Published on 25 February 2026, this RFQ invites qualified suppliers to provide high-quality, durable paints for both interior and exterior applications. The contract covers a fixed quantity of paint products to be delivered to the municipality’s offices in Cradock, with no requirement for ongoing supply beyond the listed items. The tender aligns with the municipality’s commitment to transparency, value-for-money procurement, and local economic empowerment through the application of the 80/20 Preferential Procurement Policy Framework.
Scope of Work: Paint Types and Quantities Required
The scope includes the following paint products:
- Roof paint – Red oxide, 20L packaging (12 units)
- Gloss enamel paint – White, 20L packaging (15 units)
- Exterior textured wall paint – Wild Bamboo colour, 20L packaging (10 units)
- Walls and ceiling water-based paint – White, 20L packaging (5 units)
All products must be new, SABS-compliant, and suitable for municipal use in varied climatic conditions. Suppliers are responsible for full delivery to the designated municipal address, with all associated logistics included in the quoted price.
Key Submission Deadlines and Contact Information
Interested bidders must submit their quotations by 12:00 PM on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Submissions must be hand-delivered in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the RFQ number and description and placed in the bid box at the Registry Office, No. 1 Calata Street, Cradock, 5880.
There is no compulsory briefing session for this RFQ. For inquiries, bidders may contact:
- Ms. T. Petelo, Supply Chain Management Unit
- Tel: 048 801 5059
- Email: tpetelo@iym.gov.za
Mandatory Documentation and Compliance Requirements
To be considered responsive, bids must include:
- A valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN or proof of CSD registration
- Certified company registration documents (CK or equivalent)
- Municipal utility bill or lease agreement for both the company and all directors (not older than 3 months)
- B-BBEE Sworn Affidavit or Certificate (EME/QSE acceptable)
- Completed Municipal Bidding Documents (MBD 4 and MBD 9)
- Declaration of Interest and full pricing schedule
Late, incomplete, unsigned, or emailed/faxed submissions will be disqualified.
Evaluation Criteria and Preference Point Allocation
This RFQ will be evaluated under the 80/20 Preferential Procurement System:
- 80 points for competitively priced, compliant offers
- 20 points for specific empowerment goals, allocated as follows:
- 10 points: 100% Black-owned firms
- 5 points: 100% Women-owned firms
- 3 points: Youth-owned enterprises
- 2 points: Businesses owned by persons with disabilities
Preference claims must be supported by certified ID copies, B-BBEE affidavits, and municipal account statements. Failure to provide verifiable proof will result in zero allocation for that category.
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How to Access and Submit the Tender Documents
The complete RFQ documentation is available for download from the National Treasury’s eTenders portal:
Tender Document Download Link
Bidders are strongly encouraged to review all specifications, ensure full compliance, and retain proof of hand delivery. The outcome of the RFQ will be published on the eTenders portal, the Inxuba Yethemba Municipality website, and relevant provincial bulletins.
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