Electrical maintenance contract for government buildings.
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
In plain English
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a service provider for electrical maintenance and repairs at various government buildings in OR Tambo District for two years. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 2 EB or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for a two-year electrical maintenance and repair contract. The work covers various government buildings and depots in the OR Tambo District, including Mthatha, Qumbu, Libode, Port St Johns, and Lusikisiki. Key tasks involve removing damaged electrical items, disposing of them safely, and installing new equipment according to SANS building codes. The contract requires daily availability between 07:00 and 17:00, including weekends. The project will be evaluated based on price and specific goals using the 80/20 system. The tender closes on 24 August 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 (Grade 2 Electrical Engineering (Building) (2EB)) — 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 2 EB or higher
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Valid Wireman's license
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Tax compliance status verified via CSD
- Three written contactable references for past projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms L. Mbaleni
Email: Lindiwe.mbaleni@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 047 505 2754 / 081 028 5559
How to apply: Submit sealed envelopes marked with the tender number and project title to the bid box at the Ground Floor, KD Matanzima Building, Corner Owen & Victoria Street, Mthatha, 5099. Electronic, faxed, or emailed submissions are not accepted.
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