Maintenance of high voltage outdoor equipment.
eThekwini Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
16 November 2026 at 10:00 · 17 Supply Road, Training Centre, Springfield
In plain English
Maintenance and repairs of high voltage 33 - 275 kV outdoor equipment for a 36-month period. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The eThekwini Municipality is inviting tenders for the maintenance and repair of high voltage outdoor equipment ranging from 33 kV to 275 kV. This work will be conducted on an as-required basis across various municipal substations within the eThekwini area. The contract duration is set for thirty-six months. Key deliverables include preventative and corrective maintenance, emergency repairs, and equipment replacement for items such as circuit breakers, transformers, and surge arresters. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labour, specialized tools, testing equipment, and transport. The service provider must maintain a local office within the eThekwini municipal boundary throughout the contract period. The project requires a team with specific technical qualifications, including electrical engineers, trade-tested electricians, and certified welders. All work must adhere to strict safety standards, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant SANS and IEC regulations. Detailed maintenance reports and test results are required upon completion of tasks.
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 National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN or Tax Clearance Certificate
- Proof of valid COIDA registration
- Minimum 30% subcontracting to 51% Black-owned enterprises
- Local office presence within eThekwini municipal boundary
- Minimum functionality score of 70 points
- Relevant industry certifications and trade qualifications for key personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nyaniso Mlilo
Email: Nyaniso.Mlilo@durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-311-9422
How to apply: Submit a hard copy in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number to the Tender Box at the ground floor foyer, Municipal Buildings, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban. Additionally, submit the application electronically via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module).
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