Maintenance and Repairs of Boilers at St Albans Prison.
Department of Public Works
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Maintenance and repairs of boilers at St Albans Prison for 36 months. Bidders need a CIDB grading of 5 ME or higher.
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The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites tenders for the maintenance and repair of boilers at St Albans Prison for a 36-month period. The work involves servicing steam-generating installations, coal and ash handling systems, water treatment plants, and steam distribution networks. Key deliverables include regular statutory inspections, hydraulic testing, and the implementation of a comprehensive maintenance logging system. The project requires the provision of all necessary tools, spares, and the commissioning of plant equipment. The work will take place in Gqeberha. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing on 12 November 2026. The contract is based on re-measurement, with monthly payments linked to service performance. The project aims to ensure the continuous and safe operation of the prison's heating and steam infrastructure through professional technical support and quality assurance.
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 5 Mechanical Engineering (5ME)) — 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
- CIDB grading of 5 ME or higher
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Millwright/Fitter trade test, Boiler Operator training, and Wireman license
- Three references for boiler projects over R900,000 completed within five years
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: N Nkangana
Email: nwabisa.nkangana@dpw.gov.za
Phone: 041-408-2055
How to apply: Tenders must be physically deposited into the bid box located at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Eben Donges Building, Corner Robert & Hancock Street, Gqeberha, 6001, before 11:00 on 24 November 2026.
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