Supply and Installation of 11kV Switch Gears at Pinetown Substation.
PRASA
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
17 November 2026 at 10:00 · PRASA KZN, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station, Roof Level Entrance
In plain English
PRASA is procuring the supply, delivery, and installation of 11kV switch gears and 11kV, XLPE armoured, 3 core underground 95mm2 copper cable for the Pinetown substation in KZN. Bidders must have a valid CIDB grading of 3EP or higher and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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PRASA is seeking a service provider to supply, deliver, and install 11kV switch gears and electrical infrastructure at the Pinetown Substation in KwaZulu-Natal. The project includes removing old equipment, installing new cables, batteries, and chargers, and performing final testing and commissioning. The contractor must also manage site cleanup and safety documentation. The project duration is six months. A compulsory site briefing is scheduled for 17 November 2026, and the tender closes on 24 November 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 3 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (3EP)) — 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 3EP or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin
- Valid COID Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of CSD registration
- Qualified Electrician or Electrical Engineer/Technician
- Valid Category C Green Certificate
Contact & how to apply
Name: Rani Thevar
Email: rani.padayachee@prasa.com
Phone: 031-813-0138
How to apply: Bids must be placed in a sealed envelope and deposited into Tender Box No. 04 at the PRASA Offices, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station, 4001.
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