# A PROPOSAL CALL FOR A SUITABLE SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF TOTAL MANAGEMENT OF THE MUNICIPAL FOREST FOR A 10 YEAR PERIOD

> This tender closed on 2026-10-08.

- **Reference:** SCM 13 OF 26/27
- **Issuer:** [Msunduzi Local Municipality](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/msunduzi-local-municipality.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-09-04
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-08 14:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-23 12:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Crop and animal production](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/A01.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of a 10-year, turn-key total management service for the Pietermaritzburg Municipal Forest.** The scope covers 2130 hectares of forestry operations (silviculture, harvesting, protection) with exclusive timber marketing rights, under a two-stage evaluation and an 80/20 price split model. Suitable for professional forestry service providers with proven timber markets, FSC/SFM capability, and strong local impact credentials. Mandatory briefing and long-term contractual commitment are required.

#### Requirements
- Forester capability: minimum NQF6 forestry qualification and demonstrated knowledge of forestry operations and legislation.
- Market proof: existing/potential off-take market for timber (e.g., LOI or formal off-take agreement).
- Compliance: CSD registration and a valid SARS Tax Compliance Pin; VAT considerations; data sheets (MBD-series) completed.
- Insurance: Public liability insurance (R10,000,000 per claim) and Fire Protection Association membership.
- Sustainability: compliance with National Forests Act, FSC standards, and sustainable forest management requirements; annual FSC readiness milestones.
- Local/MI preference: 51% Black Ownership and locality within Msunduzi Municipality to earn preference points.
- Additional: adherence to two-stage evaluation (Functionality then 80/20), 30% local/subcontracting to SMMEs, and contract-specific risk/indemnity provisions.

(Documented in: SCM 13 Of 26/27 Total Management of the Municipal Forest.pdf; Pricing and Data Sheets indicate the qualification, insurance, and evaluation framework.)

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 08 October 2026 at 12:00; tender box at Msunduzi Central Stores, 2 Abattoir Road, Pietermaritzburg. (public opening)
- Submission method: hard copy in sealed envelope plus CD/USB; mark “Contract SCM 13 of 26/27.”
- Documents to submit: Tender Form, Pricing Schedule, Data Sheets (incl. MBD 4/8/9 etc.), Annexures A–F; Tax Clearance PIN; CSD Supplier Number; proof of CSD/CIDB where applicable.
- Registrations: CSD registration and Tax Clearance (PIN) required; VAT status discussed in pricing.
- Briefing: Mandatory Tender Briefing on 23 September 2026 at 10:00, Auditorium 1, Bessie Head Library (Msunduzi). (see attached document)
- Where to obtain documents: on etenders.gov.za; printed copies available at the SCM Unit, 5th Floor, A S Chetty Centre, Pietermaritzburg (deposit non-refundable; see doc for amount).

Notes: the two-stage evaluation, 80/20 preference framework, and local SMME subcontracting requirements are defined in the tender documentation. (SCM 13 Of 26/27 Total Management of the Municipal Forest.pdf)

## Description

A PROPOSAL CALL FOR A SUITABLE SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF TOTAL MANAGEMENT OF THE MUNICIPAL FOREST FOR A 10 YEAR PERIOD

A PROPOSAL CALL FOR A SUITABLE SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF TOTAL MANAGEMENT OF THE MUNICIPAL FOREST FOR A 10 YEAR PERIOD

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: Auditorium 1, 1st Floor, Bessie Head Library, 260 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg,

## Documents

- SCM 13 Of 26-27 Total Management of the Municipal Forest.pdf..pdf

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## Published on

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