Decommission and replace walk-in freezer at SABS.
SABS
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
13 October 2026 at 10:00 · SABS Head-Office, 1 Dr Lategan Rd, Groenkloof, Pretoria, 0001
In plain English
The South African Bureau of Standards is procuring the decommissioning and removal of an existing walk-in freezer and the supply, installation, and commissioning of a new walk-in freezer system. Bidders must be registered on the CSD, have a valid BBBEE certificate, a Wireman's License, and a CIDB grading of 2ME or higher.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) invites tenders for the decommissioning and removal of an existing walk-in freezer at their Pretoria head office. The project includes the supply, installation, and commissioning of a new, fully operational walk-in freezer system capable of reaching temperatures of -18 degrees or lower. Key deliverables include electrical and refrigeration certification, staff training, comprehensive maintenance manuals, and a one-year preventative maintenance plan. The work must be completed in accordance with strict environmental and electrical safety standards. The closing date for this tender is 20 October 2026.
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 2 Mechanical Engineering (2ME)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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 B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid HVAC technician and Wireman’s License
- Accredited by SARACCA
- Valid Department of Labour Letter of Good Standing
- CIDB grading of 2ME or higher
- Proven experience with contactable references for similar work
- Minimum functionality score of 70%
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tshehofatso Maba
Email: mabaT@sabs.co.za
Phone: 011-238-2303
How to apply: Responses must be submitted via email to MabaT@sabs.co.za. Submissions sent via external file-sharing links such as WeTransfer will not be accepted.
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