Maintenance of 11kV Switchgear at Fidel Castro Building
Department of Public Works
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
29 July 2026 at 12:30 · Mokhali Boardroom, 23rd Floor, Fidel Castro Building, Bloemfontein
In plain English
Maintenance of 11kV indoor switchgears at Fidel Castro Building in Bloemfontein for three years. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 4EP or higher and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for the maintenance of 11kV indoor switchgears at the Fidel Castro Building in Bloemfontein. This project requires a contractor to perform preventative maintenance, relay testing, and emergency repairs over a three-year period. Key tasks include mechanical and electrical inspections, cleaning of panels, and ensuring a two-hour response time for breakdowns. The work will take place on-site in Bloemfontein. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting to be eligible for consideration.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- CIDB grading (Grade 4 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (4EP)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN
- Valid CSD registration report
- CIDB grading of 4EP or higher
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- ORHVS certification for operators and supervisors
- CIPC company registration documents
- Audited annual financial statements
- Attendance at compulsory clarification meeting
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Mosiuoa Kolobe
Email: kolobem@fsworks.gov.za
Phone: 051-492-1750
How to apply: Bids must be physically delivered to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Ground Floor, OR Tambo House, Cnr. St Andrews and Markgraaff Street, Bloemfontein. Emailed or faxed submissions will not be accepted.
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