Upgrading of Underground Medium Voltage Cables: Phase 7
Mr T Bere
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
1 September 2026 at 11:00 · Adam Kok III Building, 75 Hope Street, Kokstad
In plain English
The Greater Kokstad Municipality is seeking an electrical contractor for upgrading underground MV cables. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB grading of 6EP or higher and be registered on the CSD.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Greater Kokstad Municipality invites bids for the upgrading of underground Medium Voltage cables, designated as Phase 7. The work involves the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of over 5,000 meters of cable between various substations in Kokstad. Key deliverables include trenching, backfilling, reinstatement, and the submission of as-built drawings in both hard copy and CAD formats. All materials must meet SANS 1339 standards and carry a minimum one-year warranty. The project must be completed within 12 months of the appointment. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 01 September 2026, and the tender closes on 21 September 2026.
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 6 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (6EP)) — 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 6EP or higher
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- No municipal rates or taxes outstanding for over 90 days
- Certified ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Lead Engineer and Project Manager must have ECSA registration
- Attendance at the compulsory briefing meeting is mandatory
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr T Bere
Email: Tandai.bere@kokstad.gov.za
Phone: 039-797-6676
How to apply: Download tender documents from www.kokstad.gov.za. Submit sealed bids in the tender box at the Reception Area, Adam Kok III Building, 75 Hope Street, Kokstad, by the closing date. Late, emailed, or faxed submissions are not accepted.
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