Upgrade and Replacement of Standby Generator at Ladysmith Hospital
Department of Public Works
In plain English
The Department of Health is seeking an electrical engineer for upgrading and replacing the standby generator set at Ladysmith Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal. Bidders must be registered with the Central Supplier Database and have a valid ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer.
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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works invites professional electrical engineers to provide services for the upgrade and replacement of a standby generator at Ladysmith Hospital. The project involves dismantling the existing generator, installing a new 350 kVA generator set with a bulk tank, constructing foundations, and installing an Automatic Transfer System. The engineer will manage the project through seven stages, including integrating the system with the hospital's emergency network for the NICU and wards. The successful bidder must provide a three-year maintenance plan. Work will take place at Ladysmith Hospital in the uThukela District. The closing date for submissions is 27 October 2026 at 11:00.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- 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 National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid ECSA registration as Professional Electrical Engineer (Pr. Eng.)
- Valid CIPC registration document not older than one month
- Professional indemnity insurance of at least R1 million
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance status
- Proof of business address in the Midlands Region
- Sworn affidavit for Black ownership signed by Commissioner of Oaths
- Valid Letter of Good Standing with relevant council
Contact & how to apply
Name: S. ZULU
Email: Samkelo.Zulu@kznworks.gov.za
Phone: 036-638-8097
How to apply: Bids must be delivered as a complete original document to the bid box at the Department of Public Works: Midlands Region, 40 Shepstone Road, Hyde Park, Ladysmith, 3370. Electronic, faxed, or telephonic submissions are not accepted.
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