The Mossel Bay Municipality in the Western Cape has issued an open tender (TDR47/2026/2027) for building maintenance and repairs at various facilities. This strategic three-year contract, running until 30 June 2029, aims to ensure the structural integrity, safety, and operational efficiency of municipal buildings across multiple directorates, including Planning and Economic Development, Technical Services, and Community Safety.

Scope of Works

The appointed contractor will be responsible for comprehensive maintenance and repair services across a diverse portfolio of municipal sites. Key deliverables include:

  • Maintenance of administrative buildings, including the Municipal Main Office, Montagu Street Building, and regional offices in Groot Brak, Hartenbos, Herbertsdale, and Friemersheim.
  • Upkeep of technical infrastructure sites such as sewer and water pump stations, electrical substations, and water and wastewater treatment works.
  • Maintenance of community safety facilities, including beach ablutions and fire and rescue service buildings.
  • Strict adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) specifications, including the submission of a site-specific Health and Safety Plan prior to commencing work.

Compulsory Information Meeting

Attendance at the compulsory information meeting is a strict prerequisite for bid responsiveness. Bidders who fail to attend and submit a bid will be automatically disqualified. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, 28 October 2026, at 11:00. It will be held at the Old Power Station, Munro Street, Santos Beach (HR offices), Mossel Bay.

Mandatory Compliance Requirements

Bidders must ensure the following documentation accompanies their submission:

  • Tax Compliance Status Pin from SARS (each Joint Venture member separately)
  • Valid CIDB registration number and proof of grading
  • Proof of registration with the Compensation Fund or licensed insurer
  • Municipal accounts for the bidder and directors/members (or lease agreements/affidavits where applicable)
  • Authorised signatory resolution by the Board of Directors or members
  • B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Proof of locality (municipal account, lease agreement, or owner’s affidavit)
  • Valid Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Commissioner
  • Completed MBD1, MBD4, MBD5, MBD6.1, MBD8, and MBD9 forms
  • Joint Venture agreement (if applicable)
  • Completed functionality experience table and three reference questionnaires
  • Fully completed and originally signed Bill of Quantities

Evaluation and Preference Criteria

Proposals will undergo a rigorous evaluation process. The municipality utilizes a preferential procurement point system (80/20 or 90/10, depending on the tender value), which heavily incentivizes local economic development. Maximum preference points are awarded to enterprises located within the Mossel Bay municipal area, followed by those in the Garden Route District, and then the broader Western Cape or other provinces. Bids must remain valid for 120 days after the closing date.

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Submission Guidelines and Documents

Completed bid documents must be placed in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the tender number (TDR47/2026/2027) and the description “Building Maintenance and Repairs”. Envelopes must be deposited in the official tender box at the Entrance of the Mossel Bay Town Hall, 101 Marsh Street, Mossel Bay, 6500. Alternatively, bids may be posted to reach the Tender Box, PO Box 25, Mossel Bay, 6500. The strict closing time is 12:00 on Friday, 20 November 2026. Telegraphic, faxed, emailed, or late submissions will not be accepted. For technical enquiries, contact Ms. Nandi Soji at 044-606-5000 or nsoji@mosselbay.gov.za.

Prospective bidders can access the complete tender documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:


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