Panel of Contractors for Electrical Services (2025-2028)
S HADEBE
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 21 July 2026 at 10:00 · Ladysmith Town Hall, 47 Queen Street, Ladysmith. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
The Alfred Duma Local Municipality is seeking contractors for electrification, public lighting, and capital projects for three years. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB grade between 3EP and 9EP and be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The Alfred Duma Local Municipality invites electrical contractors to join a panel for construction services over a three-year period. The work involves upgrading, maintaining, and installing medium and low voltage electrical infrastructure, including street lighting and high mast lighting. Projects will be assigned on an as-needed basis for areas such as low-cost housing and informal settlements. Key tasks include installing cables, mini-substations, and switchgear. The work will take place within the jurisdiction of the Alfred Duma Local Municipality. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 21 July 2026 at the Ladysmith Town Hall, and the final submission deadline is 14 August 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 3 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (3EP)) — 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
- CIDB registration grade 3EP to 9EP
- Key personnel must hold ECSA professional registration
- Valid trade test certifications and ORHVS qualifications
- Department of Labour electrical contractor registration
- Valid COIDA certificate
- Proof of ownership or lease for required plant and equipment
- Three years of audited financial statements
- Proof of current municipal rates and service payments
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Active CSD registration report
- Evidence of five successfully completed similar projects
- Attendance at the compulsory briefing session
Contact & how to apply
Name: S HADEBE
Email: shadebe@alfredduma.gov.za
Phone: 036-637-2231
How to apply: Bids must be placed in the bid box located at the Public Entrance, Ground Floor, Lister Clarence Building, 221 Murchison Street, Ladysmith. Submissions must be clearly marked with the contract number and description. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
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