The Eastern Cape Department of Transport invites qualified built environment professionals to submit bids for the establishment of a pre-approved panel of consultants under tender reference SCMU10-2026/27-0006. This strategic 36-month framework agreement supports infrastructure development across the province, enabling efficient procurement of professional services for roadworks, structural projects, and transport planning initiatives.
Tender Overview and Strategic Purpose
This open-tender procurement establishes a pre-qualified panel of Professional Service Providers (PSPs) to deliver engineering, planning, and quantity surveying services on an “as-and-when-required” basis. The initiative streamlines project delivery while promoting local economic participation and transformation within the built environment sector.
Eligible Disciplines and Service Categories
Bidders may apply under the following categories:
- Major Services: Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers
- Specialized Services: Transport Planning, Traffic Engineering, Quantity Surveyors, Geotechnical Engineers
- Entities with multi-disciplinary capabilities must submit individual bids per discipline
Mandatory Requirements and Evaluation Criteria
Proposals undergo three-phase evaluation with a 70% functionality threshold. Mandatory submissions include:
- Valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration and ECSA professional registration
- Minimum five completed projects (past 10 years) with client reference letters and completion certificates
- Certified CVs for key personnel with quantifiable experience
- B-BBEE certification for preference point claims under the 80/20 system
Compulsory Briefing Session Details
Attendance at the mandatory clarification meeting is essential for bid consideration. The session takes place at ERF 5000 basement, Department of Transport, Bisho. Failure to attend will result in immediate disqualification. Bidders should bring certified copies of registration documents and company profiles.
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Key Dates and Submission Guidelines
- Published: Monday, 01 June 2026
- Closing: Friday, 26 June 2026 at 11:00
- Submission Method: Exclusively via National Treasury e-Tender Portal (eSubmission)
- Briefing: Compulsory, venue as above
- Contract Duration: 36 months from appointment
Document Access and Enquiries
Download the complete tender specification: SCMU10-2627-0006 Built Environment Professionals
Submit your proposal exclusively via: e-Tender Submission Portal
For technical enquiries, contact B Madikana at bantu.madikana@ectransport.gov.za or 072-423-2760. Submit compliant, competitive bids before the 26 June deadline to support transformative infrastructure development in the Eastern Cape.
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