| Comment on the proposed lease of various City-owned properties for shelter purposes | Comment on the proposed lease of various City-owned properties for shelter purposes | | <img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | <div class="ExternalClassCF9D457B70554B9CA11F0A8D71549E31"><p>We are considering granting Haven Night Shelter (an NPO) the right to manage various City-owned properties, and we want to hear from you.</p></div> | <span>
<h2 class="sectHeading">About</h2></span>
<p>In accordance with the
<a href="http://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Bylaws%20and%20policies/Management%20of%20Certain%20of%20the%20City%20of%20Cape%20Towns%20Immovable%20Property%20Policy%20-%20approved%20on%2026%20August%202010.pdf" target="_blank">Management of certain of the City of Cape Town’s Immovable Property Policy </a>(adopted by Council on 26 August 2010 C54/08/10), we are considering renewing and extending the Facility Management Agreement for the following City-owned property:</p>
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<table style="width:565px;"><thead><tr><th style="width:95px;">Erf/Farm number</th><th colspan="1" style="width:130px;">Extent (±m²)</th><th colspan="1" style="width:182px;">Street and suburb</th><th colspan="1" style="width:74px;">Current zoning</th><th colspan="1">Map</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width:95px;">Erf 192</td><td colspan="1" style="width:130px;">± 1837 m²</td><td colspan="1" style="width:182px;">14 Walter Sisulu St,
<br>Cape Town</td><td colspan="1" style="width:74px;">TR2</td><td colspan="1"><a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Maps%20and%20statistics/CulemborgSafeSpace1-LocalityMap.pdf" target="_blank">Access</a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" style="width:95px;">Erf 192</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:130px;">± 6000 m²</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:182px;">Old Marine Dr,
<br>Foreshore
<br>Cape Town</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:74px;">TR2</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1"><a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Maps%20and%20statistics/CulemborgSafeSpace2-LocalityMap.pdf" target="_blank">Access</a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" style="width:95px;">Erf 2189</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:130px;">± 1880 m²</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:182px;">54 Somerset Rd,
<br>Green Point</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:74px;">TR2</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1"><a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Maps%20and%20statistics/EbenezerSafeSpace-LocalityMap.pdf" target="_blank">Access</a></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="1" style="width:95px;">Erf 26364</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:130px;">± 1910 m²</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:182px;">12 Robert Sobukwe Rd, Bellville</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1" style="width:74px;">GB5</td><td rowspan="1" colspan="1"><a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Maps%20and%20statistics/PaintCity-LocalityMap.pdf" target="_blank">Access</a></td></tr></tbody></table></span>
<p>We are considering leasing the above-mentioned property to the
<strong>Haven Night Shelter (an NPO)</strong> for the provision of shelter and developmental programmes aimed at supporting the successful reintegration of individuals who previously slept rough on the streets into society. </p><p>A formal agreement between the City and the Haven Night Shelter will allow the use of the property for these purposes. </p><p>In terms of section 17 of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, Act 32 of 2000, you can submit comments to the municipality in respect of the proposed lease.</p><h4>Call for alternatives </h4><p>In order to comply with the competitive requirement of the MATR, the advert will include a call for alternatives, including the following:</p><ul><li> The call for alternatives will not be limited to a single pre-identified bidder. It will enable multiple bidders to submit a proposal. </li><li>Alternative proposals should meet the following criteria:
<br>Operate a shelter for rough sleepers that provides accommodation, meals and social care services.
<br>Develop a personal developmental plan (PDP) for each of the residents within 72 hours of admission to the shelter.<br> Provide developmental programmes to rough sleepers accommodated at the shelter.
<br>Develop and implement an exit strategy for residents at the shelter.
<br>Assist with reintegration and relocation of former rough sleepers </li></ul><p>Any alternative proposals must include the following supporting documents:</p><div class="content-accordion"><div class="content-trigger contentTrigger"><h4>Supporting documents<i class="icon button-down-arrow"></i></h4><div class="content-toggle contentToggle" style="display:none;"><p>
<strong>Business plan</strong></p><ul><li>Executive summary/introduction of the NPO
<br></li><li>Name of the NPO identified
<br></li><li>Background information about the NPO
<br></li><li>Vision of the NPO
<br></li><li>Mission statement of the NPO
<br></li><li>Objectives of the NPO
<br></li><li>Strengths and key competencies of the NPO
<br></li><li>Overall goal of the NPO
<br></li><li>NPO SWOT analysis </li></ul><p>
<strong>Management plan</strong></p><ul><li>NPO database of networks and partnerships </li><li>NPO operational plan </li><li>Previous experience in running a shelter/safe space </li><li>Previous experience in delivery of developmental services to people who are sleeping rough on the streets</li></ul><p>
<strong>Copy of the constitution</strong></p><ul><li>Body corporate </li><li>Executive committee meetings </li><li>Membership and annual general meetings (AGM) </li><li>Management</li><li>Alteration of the constitution </li><li>Dissolution </li><li>Adoption of the constitution </li></ul><p>
<strong>NPO management structure</strong></p><ul><li>Executive committee/board identified </li><li>Different committees or staff members identified </li><li>Reporting lines identified </li><li>Functions of various staff members are stipulated </li><li>Organisation’s organogram included </li><li>Relevant NPO policies </li></ul><p>
<strong>NPO sustainability plan</strong></p><ul><li> NPO budget breakdown </li><li>NPO marketing strategy </li><li>NPO audited financial statements/reports</li></ul><p>
<strong>NPO staff profiles with copies of certified educational qualifications</strong></p><ul><li> Highest post matric qualification </li><li>Certified copies of ID documents for all staff members and volunteers </li><li>CVs for staff members and volunteers </li><li>Minimum 3 years’ NPO working experience in social development or with people living on the street </li><li>Certificates in community development or relevant</li></ul><p>
<strong>Updated tax clearance certificate</strong></p><ul><li>NPO SARS proof of tax exemption</li></ul><p>
<strong>Letter/s of recommendation</strong></p><ul><li> Letter of recommendation from residents, community forums and community leaders </li></ul></div></div></div><p><a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Forms%2c%20notices%2c%20tariffs%20and%20lists/Property-Lease-Information-Statement.pdf" target="_blank">Access the information statement</a>.</p>
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<h2 class="sectHeading">Comment period</h2></span>
<p>Submit your comments from
<strong>2 February - 2 March 2026</strong>.</p><h2 class="sectHeading">Submit your comment</h2><p>Submit your comments via the following channels: </p><p>
<strong>Online </strong>
<br><a href="https://web1.capetown.gov.za/web1/websitefeedback/?id=373b4409-c2a8-45d4-b3be-6bf15e1f4d5f" target="_blank">Submit your comments online</a>. </p><p><strong>Email</strong><br>
Email your comments and/or alternative proposals to <a href="mailto:chantal.krull@capetown.gov.za">chantal.krull@capetown.gov.za</a>.</p><p><strong>Delivery</strong><br>
Deliver your written comments by hand to the address below during office hours (weekdays, 08:30-15:00):</p><p><em><strong>For attention: Chantal Krüll
</strong><br>Tender Office
<br>Second Floor, Tower Block
<br>Cape Town Civic Centre
<br>12 Hertzog Boulevard
<br>Cape Town</em></p>
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<i class="info note"></i> </div><div class="desc"><h4>Please note</h4><p>Our Public Participation Unit will assist you if you would like to submit comments but have a disability or are unable to read or write. See contact details below.</p></div></div></span>
<h4>Nathan Fisher</h4><p>
<em>Telephone:<br><a>021 444 5772</a><br><br>Email:<br><a href="mailto:nathan.fisher@capetown.gov.za">nathan.fisher@capetown.gov.za</a> </em></p><h2 class="sectHeading">Contact us</h2><p>For more information and general enquiries, contact: </p><h4>Chantal Krüll </h4><p>
<em>Telephone (Weekdays, 08:30 – 15:00):<br><a>021 400 3705</a><br><br>Email:<br><a href="mailto:chantal.krull@capetown.gov.za">chantal.krull@capetown.gov.za</a> </em></p> | | GP0|#a5736391-e79d-4eaf-afe0-24756300063b;L0|#0a5736391-e79d-4eaf-afe0-24756300063b|Immovable property notices;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c93 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2 February - 2 March 2026 | 0 |
