Elundini Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape has issued Request for Bid ELM-3/035/2025-2026 for the supply and delivery of building materials, tools, and equipment. Published on 5 May 2026, this open tender seeks qualified suppliers to support municipal infrastructure development projects across the region.
Scope of Work & Deliverables
The Infrastructure Planning and Development department requires building materials, tools, and equipment for operations and maintenance of building and civil works.
- Contract duration: 3 years (no guarantee of work quantum)
- Purchase orders issued on a rotational basis based on performance
- SABS approved products required where applicable
- Pricing: Year 1 firm; years 2 & 3 subject to inflation adjustment
- Delivery points: Nqanqarhu (5km radius), Ugie (2km radius), Tlkooeng (5km radius) – separate delivery costs to be quoted
Mandatory Requirements (Eliminatory)
Bidders must submit on the original purchased document (not re-typed) with:
- Completed & signed MBD 1, MBD 3.2, MBD 4, MBD 6.1, MBD 7.1, MBD 8, MBD 9
- Signed Authority of Signatory + company resolution
- Valid Tax Clearance / SARS PIN / CSD registration number
- Original or certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Central Supplier Database (CSD) report
- Municipal account (or lease agreement/affidavit) for the entity and its directors – no arrears >3 months
- Initial every page at bottom right corner
Evaluation Process
The municipality applies a structured two-stage evaluation methodology. Stage one assesses eligibility and objective criteria compliance. Stage two evaluates functionality scoring: company experience carries 60 points, financial capacity 30 points, and ownership structure 10 points. Bidders must achieve a minimum 70% threshold to advance to price evaluation.
Specific Goals Preferences
Preference points advance transformation objectives. Exempted Micro Enterprises or Qualifying Small Enterprises at least 51% black-owned by women qualify for 3 points. Youth-owned enterprises receive 2 points. Local businesses operating within Elundini jurisdiction earn 10 points. Documentary proof of ownership must accompany all submissions to claim preference points.
Submission Guidelines
Submit sealed bids to No. 1 Sellers Street, Nqanqarhu, 5480 by 12:00 on Monday, 08 June 2026. Late submissions will not be considered under any circumstances. Download the complete tender document from the National Treasury eTender Portal for full specifications and returnable schedules.
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Contact Information
For technical enquiries, contact Mr Z. Mabandla at mabandlag@elundini.gov.za or telephone 045-932-8130. Fax enquiries: 045-932-1094. Visit www.elundini.gov.za for municipal updates and tender announcements.
Download tender document: Supply and Delivery Building Materials
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