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KZN Public Works 3-Year Cleaning Tender in Eshowe

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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works and Infrastructure – King Cetshwayo District Office has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under reference number KCD25/26700 for the appointment of a service provider to render comprehensive cleaning services at its district office located at 03 Nogqayi Street, Eshowe, 3815. The contract will span 36 months (3 years) and is essential to maintaining a clean, safe, and professional working environment for staff and visitors.

Overview of the KZN Public Works Cleaning Services Tender

Published on 27 February 2026, this tender invites qualified and compliant service providers registered on the Provincial Suppliers Database to deliver daily hygiene and cleaning services across all operational areas of the King Cetshwayo District Office. As a key administrative hub for public infrastructure projects in the region, the facility requires consistent, high-standard cleaning to uphold health, safety, and public service excellence.

Scope of Work and Service Duration

The appointed service provider will be responsible for:

  • Daily cleaning of offices, corridors, restrooms, kitchens, and common areas
  • Sanitisation of high-touch surfaces using SABS-approved disinfectants
  • Waste removal and bin management
  • Floor maintenance (sweeping, mopping, polishing)
  • Restocking of hygiene consumables (soap, toilet paper, paper towels)
  • Compliance with all relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and municipal health regulations

All cleaning materials, equipment, and trained personnel must be supplied by the contractor. The service period is fixed at three years, with performance monitored through monthly service-level reviews.

Key Dates, Briefing Session, and Submission Guidelines

A compulsory briefing session will be held in Board Room 2 at the Department of Public Works, Eshowe. While the exact date and time are not specified in the notice, attendance is mandatory—bidders who fail to attend will be disqualified.

Completed quotations must be submitted by 11:00 AM on Friday, 6 March 2026. Submissions must be hand-delivered in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the tender number and description, and deposited at the KZN Department of Public Works, No. 3 Fort Nongqayi Street, Eshowe, during business hours (08:00–15:00).

For inquiries:

  • Mrs. E.G. Sangweni – 035 474 2066 | Gugu.Sangweni@kznworks.gov.za
  • Mr. T.V. Khumalo (Technical) – Thabiso.Khumalo@kznworks.gov.za
  • Ms. N.P. Shange – Nobuhle.Shange@kznworks.gov.za

Mandatory Documentation and Compliance Requirements

To be considered responsive, bidders must:

  • Be registered on the Provincial Suppliers Database
  • Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate or EME affidavit issued by a SANAS-accredited verification agency or registered auditor
  • Provide a certified copy of the bidder’s ID
  • Be registered with the Border-Kei Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCCI)
  • Ensure all cleaning materials are SABS-approved
  • Include fully completed Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs) as required

Incomplete or non-compliant 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, including:
    • Black ownership
    • Women ownership
    • Youth ownership
    • Disability ownership
    • Local enterprise status (Eshowe or King Cetshwayo-based)

Preference claims must be supported by certified documentation. Unverified claims will receive zero points.

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How to Access and Submit the Tender Documents

The complete tender documentation is available for download from the National Treasury’s eTenders portal:
Tender Document Download Link

Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the compulsory briefing, review all specifications, and ensure full compliance with submission requirements.

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