Panel for Mechanical & Electrical Works and Borehole Equipping.
OR Tambo District Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
18 August 2026 at 10:00 · Ground Floor Open Foyer, O.R Tambo Offices, Myezo Park, Mthatha
In plain English
The O.R. Tambo District Municipality is seeking a panel of service providers for mechanical and electrical works and borehole equipping for 36 months. Bidders must have a CIDB Grade 8ME or above and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The O.R. Tambo District Municipality invites service providers to join a panel for mechanical and electrical works, including borehole equipping, for a period of 36 months. The work involves the construction, refurbishment, and maintenance of water and sanitation infrastructure, such as pump stations and reservoirs. This project will take place within the O.R. Tambo District. Key deliverables include preventative maintenance, condition monitoring, and general civil works related to water services. The contract will operate on a rotational basis, and all rates must remain fixed for the three-year duration of the agreement.
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 (Grade 8 Mechanical Engineering (8ME)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- CIDB registration of Grade 8ME or higher
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS pin
- Professional registration and relevant trade qualifications for key personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. L. Mashiya (Technical) and Mr. S. Hopa (Supply Chain Management)
Email: mashiyal@ortambodm.gov.za (Technical), sakhiwoh@ortambodm.org.za (SCM)
Phone: 047 501 6492 (Technical), 047 501 6449 (SCM)
How to apply: Submit your bid in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number and description. The document must be deposited into the Tender Box located at the Ground Floor, O. R. Tambo District Municipality Building, Nelson Mandela Drive, Myezo Park, Mthatha, by 12:00 PM on 15 September 2026.
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