Engine Repair and Installation for Tractor Loader Backhoe
Mr. J Van Rensburg
In plain English
Repairs, purchase, and installation of an engine for a tractor loader backhoe. Bidders must be registered on the municipal supplier database and Central Suppliers' Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Senqu Local Municipality invites tenders for the repair, purchase, and installation of a new engine for a Tractor Loader Backhoe (TLB). The specific equipment is a BULL HD-96 model located in Bloemfontein. The successful bidder must collect the unit, install a Kirloskar or equivalent engine, ensure the machine is in perfect working order, and handle the NATIS registration for the new engine. The project requires the return of the old engine to the municipality and includes a mandatory one-year warranty on all work and parts. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience in heavy earthmoving equipment and provide proof of qualified diesel mechanics. The work must be completed according to a fixed-price schedule covering labor, parts, and logistics. The tender follows an 80/20 preference point system and is valid for 120 days from the closing date of 13 October 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on CSD and municipal supplier database
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Municipal accounts not in arrears for over three months
- Trade Test certification for diesel or heavy equipment mechanics
- Valid Public Liability, Motor Vehicle Liability, and COIDA insurance
- Minimum three years experience in heavy earthmoving and hydraulic systems
- Joint Venture agreement and Certificate of Authority if applicable
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. J Van Rensburg
Email: vanrensburgt@senqu.gov.za
Phone: 051-003-2684
How to apply: Tender documents are available at http://senqu.gov.za. Submit the original document in a single sealed envelope marked with the tenderer’s details, tender number, and title. Deposit the envelope into the tender box at Senqu Municipality, 19 Murray Street, Lady Grey. Faxed or e-mailed submissions are not accepted.
Related tenders
Service and repair of municipal vehicles.
The Senqu Local Municipality invites tenders for servicing and repairing five municipal vehicles, including mechanical services, clutch and wheel bearing replacements, diagnostic testing, and towing. The vehicles include a Toyota Fortuner, two Nissan NP300s, a Nissan 300, and a Toyota Hilux. The successful bidder must complete repairs within two weeks, procure necessary parts, and adhere to technical specifications. Located in Lady Grey, Eastern Cape, the tender closes on 13 October 2026 at 12h00.
Repairs and servicing of Nissan UD80 truck.
The Senqu Local Municipality invites tenders for mechanical and electrical repairs of a Nissan UD80 truck, including wiring system repairs, alternator and starter testing or replacement, and a major service. The vehicle, stationary for two years, must be towed from the Lady Grey Fleet Yard and returned roadworthy with a valid certificate. All replaced parts must be returned to the municipality. Completion is required within two weeks of collection. Bidders need three years of experience with heavy-duty trucks over 3.5 tons and certified trade test qualifications for diesel mechanics and auto-electrical repairs. Tender closes on 13 October 2026.
Supply and delivery of a combine harvester.
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture seeks bids for supplying and delivering a new combine harvester to Nqanqarhu. The equipment must meet technical standards for engine performance, grain handling, and precision farming. The bidder must provide a 12-month warranty, operator training, and spare parts for five years. Delivery is required within fourteen days of the order. The evaluation is on an 80/20-point system with a minimum technical score of 70%. The tender closes on 16 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
Supply and Delivery of Sewage Extraction Vacuum Truck
The Sarah Baartman District Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of a new 10,000L sewage extraction vacuum truck for the Sundays River Valley Local Municipality in Kirkwood. The truck must be a heavy-duty 4x2 rigid vehicle with a diesel engine, automatic transmission, and high-capacity vacuum pump. Deliverables include a fully registered and branded vehicle, a full tank of fuel, essential tools, and operator training within two weeks of delivery. The vehicle must meet specific safety and technical standards. The tender follows an 80/20 preference point system, with bids valid for 90 days from the closing date of 20 October 2026.
Quarterly Maintenance of Standby Diesel Generator.
Postbank SOC Limited seeks bids for preventive maintenance of a 450 kVA standby diesel generator at the Freepen building in Bloemfontein over a 24-month period. The contract includes eight service visits, engine and alternator inspections, oil and filter changes, annual load bank testing, fuel system maintenance, functional testing of the Auto-Transfer Switch, and 24/7 emergency support. Bidders must have five years of experience in diesel generator maintenance.
Hiring of TLB for Abaqulusi Areas.
Abaqulusi Local Municipality seeks bids for hiring a Tractor Loader Backhoe (TLB) for 90 days, operating 8 hours daily. Bidders must provide unit rates. Managed by the Fleet Department under bid number 8/2/1/646. Closing date: 19 October 2026 at 12:00 PM.