Fire equipment servicing and installation in Chris Hani District.
Department of Public Works
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
2 November 2026 at 11:00 · Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Chris Hani district offices, No.1 Creamery Road, Old CPA Building, Kings Park, Komani
In plain English
The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is procuring services for servicing, repairs, and new installation of fire equipment in Chris Hani District for 12 months. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 2SF or higher and be registered with SAQCC for Fire.
Always check the official documentDescription
This tender is for a 12-month term contract to provide servicing, repairs, and new installations of fire equipment. The work will take place at various government buildings across the Chris Hani District, including areas like Emalahleni and Enoch Mgijima. The project is issued by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. Key deliverables include maintaining fire detection and suppression systems, fire hydrants, and extinguishers in line with SANS and OHS Act standards. The contractor must provide maintenance plans, perform root cause analysis, and conduct end-user training. The contract follows the NEC4 Term Service Contract framework. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 2 November 2026, and the tender closes on 10 November 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.
- CIDB grading — 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 CIDB grading of 2SF or higher
- Valid SAQCC registration for fire detection installers
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Compensation Fund or insurer
- Attendance at compulsory briefing session
- Proven track record with contactable project references
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mveleli Nkebethwana
Email: mveleli.nkebethwana@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 078-802-9861
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the bid number and description. The envelope must be deposited into the bid box at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Ground Floor, No. 1 Creamery Road, Old CPA Building, Kings Park, Komani, 5320.
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