Hire of 80-ton mobile crane for canal project.
Department of Water and Sanitation
In plain English
The Department of Water and Sanitation is procuring the hire of an 80-ton mobile crane with a spreader beam and operator for the LSGWS Canal Realignment Project in the Eastern Cape. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have a valid B-BBEE certificate.
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The Department of Water and Sanitation requires the hire of an 80-ton mobile crane, including a spreader beam and a qualified operator. The equipment will be used to lift and position precast beams at the LSGWS Canal Realignment Project site in the Eastern Cape. The service provider must handle all mobilization, de-mobilization, and mechanical support. The crane must meet specific technical requirements, including a boom length of 40m to 58m. Work will occur over a 45-hour work week. Delivery of the equipment must commence within 10 working days of the first order.
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
- Valid crane operator competency certificate and medical clearance
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Active CIPC company registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Valid load test certificate for crane and lifting equipment
Contact & how to apply
Name: R.B. Radzilani
Email: radzilanir@dws.gov.za
Phone: 021-872-0591
How to apply: Submit the original bid and supporting documents in a sealed envelope marked with the bid number and description. Deposit the envelope into the tender box at the Department of Water and Sanitation, Lion Roars Office Park, 50 Heugh Road, Walmer, Gqeberha, by 11:00 on 23 July 2026.
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