Mechanical and Electrical Contractor for Water Works Upgrade
Ms. Lumka Batyi
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
17 July 2026 at 12:00 · 28 Connor Street, Port Shepstone, 4240
In plain English
The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent is procuring a mechanical and electrical contractor for the repair, refurbishment, and upgrade of the Umthamvuna Water Treatment Works and Pump Station in Ugu District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal. Bidders must have a CIDB contractor grading of 3ME or higher.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) invites tenders for the mechanical and electrical refurbishment of the Umthamvuna Water Treatment Works and Pump Station in the Ugu District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal. The project involves overhauling high-lift and low-lift pumps, replacing motor control centres, upgrading switchgear, and refurbishing large electric motors and transformers. The scope includes installing sensors, cabling, and commissioning systems to ensure operational reliability. The project duration is nine months. A compulsory site visit is scheduled for 17 July 2026, and the tender closes on 29 July 2026. Bidders must provide as-built drawings and staff training upon completion.
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 Mechanical Engineering (3ME)) — 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 3ME or higher
- Compulsory site briefing attendance
- ECSA professional registration for key personnel
- Valid CSD registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- SAQA verification for foreign qualifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms. Lumka Batyi
Email: tenders@misa.gov.za
Phone: 012-848-5300
How to apply: Submit the original tender document, one copy, and a scanned version on a memory stick to the MISA Offices, 1303 Heuwel Avenue, Riverside Office Park, Letaba House, 1st Floor, Centurion, Pretoria 0046. Electronic or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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