The eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality has issued Open Tender 36343-1J for the establishment of a panel of service providers to deliver panel beating services for light motor and commercial vehicles over a 36-month period. The opportunity is aimed at experienced automotive repair businesses with the technical expertise, equipment and operational capacity to maintain municipal fleet vehicles to high industry standards.
This long-term contract presents an excellent opportunity for panel beaters, vehicle repair workshops and automotive service providers seeking to expand their presence in the public sector. Businesses that meet the municipality’s technical and compliance requirements are encouraged to submit competitive bids before the closing date.
Tender Overview
- Tender Number: 36343-1J
- Organ of State: eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality
- Tender Type: Request for Bid (Open Tender)
- Province: KwaZulu-Natal
- Published: Friday, 31 July 2026
- Closing Date: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 11:00
- Contract Period: 36 months
- Submission Address: 166 K E Masinga Road (Formerly Old Fort Road), Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
Scope of the Opportunity
The municipality intends to appoint a panel of qualified service providers to undertake panel beating and body repair services for its fleet of light motor and commercial vehicles. Successful bidders should be capable of delivering high-quality vehicle repairs, restoring accident-damaged vehicles and ensuring all work complies with recognised automotive industry standards.
Prospective bidders should carefully review the tender specifications, pricing schedules and contractual requirements before preparing their submissions.
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Mandatory Submission Documents
Bidders must submit the following documents to avoid disqualification:
Statutory Requirements:
- Authority of Signatory with company resolution or power of attorney
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN (TCS PIN)
- Declaration of Municipal Fees (municipal accounts must be in order)
- Declaration with respect to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993)
- MBD 4: Declaration of Interest
- MBD 5: Declaration for Procurement Above R10 Million
- MBD 6.1: Preference Points Claim (B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution)
- MBD 8: Declaration of Bidder’s Past Supply Chain Management Practices
- MBD 9: Certificate of Independent Bid Determination
- Official Tender Form (completed and signed)
Additional Requirements:
- CSD Registration Report (MAAA number required)
- Certified CIPC/CIPRO company registration documents
- Certified identity copies of company directors
- Two years’ latest Annual Financial Statements
- Reference of previous work completed (minimum 50 vehicles per annum over 2 years)
- Joint Venture Agreement (if applicable)
- Valid OEM accreditation or approval documentation (for OEM Approved Repairer category)
Important Bid Information
There will not be a clarification meeting for this tender.
Important dates include:
- Bid-related enquiries must be emailed by 20 August 2026.
- Consolidated questions and official responses will be published on the eTenders Portal and the eThekwini Municipality website by 27 August 2026.
- Late bids will not be considered.
Enquiries
For tender-related enquiries, contact:
- Contact Person: Nondumiso Khumalo
- Email: Nondumiso.Khumalo@Durban.gov.za
- Telephone: 031 322 5093
Tender Documents
Tender Documents:
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