The City of Cape Town has published Tender 26G/2026/27 for the supply and delivery of step-out uniforms and equipment for its Safety and Security Directorate. This open tender presents an opportunity for manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors of uniforms, protective clothing and security equipment to secure a government contract with one of South Africa’s largest metropolitan municipalities.

The successful bidder will be responsible for supplying high-quality step-out uniforms and related equipment that meet the City’s operational and quality standards. The contract is suited to businesses with proven experience in supplying uniforms and equipment to government departments, law enforcement agencies or large organisations.

Interested suppliers should carefully review the tender documentation to ensure compliance with all technical specifications and mandatory submission requirements before lodging their bids.

Tender Details

  • Tender Number: 26G/2026/27
  • Organ of State: City of Cape Town
  • Tender Type: Request for Bid (Open Tender)
  • Province: Western Cape
  • Published: 24 July 2026
  • Closing Date: 31 August 2026
  • Closing Time: 10:00
  • Submission Address: Tender Distribution Office, 2nd Floor, Civic Centre, 12 Hertzog Boulevard, Cape Town, 8001

Scope of Supply

The appointed supplier will be responsible for:

  • Supplying step-out uniforms for the Safety and Security Directorate.
  • Delivering uniforms and related equipment in accordance with the City’s specifications.
  • Ensuring products meet the required quality and performance standards.
  • Complying with all contractual, technical and delivery requirements outlined in the tender documentation.

The complete specifications, quantities and contractual obligations are contained in the official tender document.

Documents Required

Prospective bidders should ensure that their submissions include all mandatory documentation, including:

  • Completed and signed bid document.
  • Company registration documents.
  • Valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration.
  • Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (Tax PIN).
  • B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, where applicable.
  • Pricing schedule.
  • Product specifications and supporting technical information, where required.
  • Proof of authority for the authorised signatory.
  • Any additional returnable schedules and declarations specified in the tender document.

Failure to submit mandatory documents may result in disqualification.

Compulsory Briefing Session

Attendance at the briefing session is compulsory.

  • Date: 5 August 2026
  • Time: 09:30
  • Venue: Disaster Risk Management Centre Auditorium, Goodwood Traffic Department, Hugo Street, Richwood, Cape Town

Prospective bidders are encouraged to attend and use the opportunity to seek clarification on the tender requirements before preparing their submissions.

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Enquiries and Tender Documents

Enquiries

Tender Document

Bid Document: 26G_2026_27 Final version.pdf


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