Supply and Delivery of Electricity Prepayment Meters.
City of Cape Town
In plain English
The City of Cape Town is purchasing electricity prepayment meters. Any eligible supplier can bid; no specific registrations or eligibility criteria are stated.
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The City of Cape Town invites tenders for the supply and delivery of Standard Transfer Specification (STS) electricity prepayment meters. This is a supplementary tender for a contract period of up to 24 months. The work involves providing meters on an as-needed basis, including software, interface units, and instruction manuals in three languages. Deliveries must be completed within 8 weeks of an order. The project requires meters to meet specific technical standards, including SANS 1524-1 and NRS 009, with a 15-year design life. The City intends to appoint two service providers per item to ensure supply continuity.
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.
- 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
- Registered on CCT Supplier Database and National Treasury CSD
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- OEM authorization letter for guarantee and support
- Proof of Public Liability and Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Commissioner
- PSiRA registration for security personnel
- Audited financial statements for the past 3 years if exceeding R10 million
Contact & how to apply
Name: CCT Rep
Email: SCM.Tenders12@capetown.gov.za
Phone: 021-400-0000
How to apply: Submit the completed tender document in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number and description. Deliver it to Tender Box 190, 2nd Floor, Civic Centre, 12 Hertzog Boulevard, Cape Town, by 10:00 am on 03 August 2026. Electronic or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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