This tender has closed on 20 August 2026.
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The City of Cape Town seeks to hire various buses with licensed drivers for a period of 36 months. This tender includes wet hire rates covering all operational costs, ensuring reliable transportation services for municipal needs.
This tender invites qualified service providers to submit proposals for the hire of various buses, including 17-85 seaters, to the City of Cape Town. The contract will span 36 months, during which successful bidders will provide buses with licensed drivers, ensuring compliance with all relevant transport regulations. The buses must be in excellent condition and meet the maximum age requirements set by the City. The successful tenderers will be responsible for all operational aspects, including fuel, insurance, and maintenance, under a wet hire agreement. This arrangement aims to enhance the efficiency of municipal transport services while ensuring safety and reliability for all passengers.
Bidders are required to demonstrate their capacity to provide the specified vehicles and must submit valid operating licenses and registration documents for each bus offered. The City of Cape Town emphasizes the importance of timely service delivery and expects bidders to have contingency plans for emergencies, including breakdowns. The tender also includes provisions for performance monitoring and penalties for non-compliance, ensuring that the City receives high-quality service throughout the contract duration.
This tender is suitable for transport companies, bus operators, and fleet management service providers capable of supplying a range of buses and ensuring compliance with municipal transport regulations.