Two-year contract for fire equipment services.
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
This tender closed on 15 October 2026
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In plain English
The tender is for a two-year contract for the supply, servicing, repairs, and maintenance of fire equipment for Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 3SF or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for a two-year contract to supply, service, and maintain fire equipment. The work covers various Department of Social Development offices across the Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro. Key deliverables include regular inspections, repairs of fire extinguishers and hose reels, and maintenance of fire detection systems. The contractor must adhere to specific response times, including 24 hours for call-outs and 48 hours for minor repairs. The contract duration is 24 months, with services required at multiple locations such as Bisho, Mdantsane, and Peddie.
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 3 Specialist Works (3SW)) — 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 3SF or higher
- Valid SANS 1475 permit
- Technicians must be registered with SAQCC
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Proof of registration with Compensation Fund or licensed insurer
- Three contactable references for similar projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Siphokazi Macingwane
Email: siphokazi.macingwane@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 064-050-9093
How to apply: Submit sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and description to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Block B Building, Reception Area, Cnr of Scholl Rd & Amalinda Main Road, Amalinda, East London.
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