Replacement of Circuit Breakers at Durban Station.
PRASA
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
27 October 2027 at 10:00 · Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station, Shosholoza Meyl Waiting Area
In plain English
PRASA is seeking a contractor for the replacement of Masterpact electric air circuit breakers at low voltage substations at Durban Station. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 4EB or higher and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites tenders for the replacement of obsolete Masterpact Electric Air Circuit Breakers at the Durban Station Low Voltage substations. The project involves decommissioning, supplying, installing, and commissioning new equipment, including mechanical key interlocking systems. Work must be performed during weekend night shifts to minimize operational disruption. Key deliverables include technical datasheets, protection settings reports, updated electrical diagrams, operation manuals, a 12-month warranty, and staff training. The project is subject to final budget allocation by PRASA.
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 4 Electrical Engineering (Building) (4EB)) — 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
- Active CIDB grading of 4EB or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Lead engineer must hold ECSA professional registration
- Installation electrician must have Department of Labour registration
- Three reference letters for similar LV substation projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Siphesihle Miya
Email: siphesihle.miya@prasa.com
Phone: 031-813-0089
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the PRASA Offices located at 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, 4001, Durban Station, before the closing date and time.
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