Msunduzi Local Municipality invites qualified manufacturers and suppliers to submit bids for the manufacture, supply, and delivery of road traffic signs within its area of jurisdiction. This Request for Bid (SS 10 OF 2026 – SECTION 1) targets established road safety equipment providers capable of delivering SANS-compliant signage to support municipal traffic management and road safety initiatives in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
Product Specifications and Standards
All road traffic signs must comply with South African National Standards (SANS) 1186 and relevant Department of Transport specifications. Bidders must demonstrate capability to produce:
- Regulatory signs (speed limits, no entry, stop signs)
- Warning signs (curve warnings, pedestrian crossings)
- Informational and directional signage
- Reflective sheeting meeting SANS 1186 Class 1 or Class 2 requirements
- Durable substrates suitable for outdoor installation in varied weather conditions
Eligibility and Compliance Requirements
Prospective bidders must submit:
- Valid registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Proof of tax compliance status via SARS-issued PIN or certificate
- B-BBEE verification certificate or sworn affidavit for preference point allocation
- Company registration documents and director identification copies
- Evidence of previous experience in road signage manufacturing or supply
Submission Guidelines and Deadlines
Completed bid documents must be deposited in the designated tender box at Msunduzi Local Municipality offices by 12:00 on Wednesday, 06 May 2026. Submissions must be clearly marked with the tender reference number SS 10 OF 2026 – SECTION 1. Late, incomplete, or non-compliant bids will not be considered under any circumstances.
Evaluation and Preference Points
Proposals will be evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system under the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. Functionality assessment requires a minimum threshold before price evaluation. Specific goals allocation includes points for local enterprise participation, black ownership, women ownership, youth involvement, and disability inclusion within the Msunduzi municipal area.
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Document Access and Contact Information
Tender Documents Links
For technical enquiries, contact Nevan Naidu at nevan.naidu@msunduzi.gov.za or 069-323-3555. No compulsory briefing session is scheduled. Msunduzi Local Municipality reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and is not bound to appoint the lowest-priced bidder. Successful appointment is subject to verification of all submitted documentation and compliance with municipal supply chain management policies.
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