Design and Construction Monitoring of Electrical Substations
City of Cape Town
In plain English
The City of Cape Town is procuring professional services for the design and construction monitoring of substations and related projects. No specific eligibility criteria such as CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB, or PSIRA are stated.
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The City of Cape Town is seeking professional services for the design and construction monitoring of electrical substations and switching stations. The project includes building renovations, additions, and the management of various infrastructure works. Additionally, the successful bidder will conduct feasibility studies for replacing and installing electrical equipment. The work will take place in Cape Town. This tender is issued by the City of Cape Town, Energy: Electricity Generation and Distribution department. The project must be completed by the closing date of 16 July 2026.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Attendance at the mandatory site visit at the Bloemhof Complex is required.
Contact & how to apply
Name: CCT Representative
Email: SCM.Tenders23@capetown.gov.za
Phone: 021-000-0000
How to apply: Tender documents must be collected in person, as a non-refundable fee of R250 is payable upon collection. Completed tenders must be physically deposited into Tender Box Number 237 at the City of Cape Town offices by the closing date of 16 July 2026.
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