Construction of Sheep Shearing Shed and Handling Facilities NEW

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has invited bids for the appointment of a service provider to construct the Kopanang Sheep Shearing Shed, including handling facilities, at the Greater Kokstad Local Office under the Harry Gwala District Municipality. The project supports livestock production in the district by providing dedicated infrastructure for sheep shearing and the safe, efficient handling of animals. Based on the project title, the scope is expected to cover civil and building construction works, such as the shearing shed structure and associated handling pens or races, though the exact design requirements, quantities, and finishes must be confirmed in the tender document.

The tender is reference DARD28/2026, was published on 9 November 2026 with a closing date of 1 December 2026, and is currently listed as a draft. The supporting document (DARD 28.2026_final.doc) is listed as downloadable but its content could not be extracted for this summary. Prospective bidders should download and review the full document for the technical specifications, bill of quantities or pricing schedule, project duration, site inspection requirements, compliance and registration requirements (including CIDB grading and tax clearance), evaluation criteria, and any preferential procurement or local content conditions.

The project benefits local farmers and the agricultural community in Greater Kokstad by improving access to shearing and animal handling infrastructure, which can raise animal welfare standards and productivity. For contractors, the tender offers an opportunity to deliver a publicly funded rural construction project and build a track record with a provincial government department. Interested bidders should verify all details against the official eTenders listing and the tender document before submitting a bid.