Electrical and Water Meter Reading Services for 36 Months
eThekwini Municipality
This tender closed on 7 August 2026
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In plain English
Provision of electrical and water meter reading services for a period of 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The eThekwini Municipality is seeking a service provider for the reading of electrical and water meters across its supply regions, including townships and rural areas. This contract will run for a period of 36 months. The scope involves reading approximately 310,000 electricity meters and 510,000 water meters using handheld terminals. Successful bidders must ensure staff are available during standard business hours, with potential work on weekends. Key deliverables include daily data uploads, reporting of meter tampering, and the submission of weekly progress reports. The contractor is responsible for providing uniforms, protective clothing, and staff identification. The work requires significant logistical capacity to cover the specified regions effectively.
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.
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of paid municipal fees or active debt agreement
- Proof of vehicle ownership or lease for staff transport
- Insurance coverage for municipal handheld devices
- Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and COIDA
- Reference letters from Local Government confirming project experience
- Staff CVs and qualifications as per tender specifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thembinkosi Dlamini
Email: Thembinkosi.Dlamini@Durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-322-5091
How to apply: Submit a sealed hard copy to the Tender Box at the ground floor foyer, Municipal Buildings, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban. Additionally, submit the bid electronically via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module). The hard copy is the official ruling version.
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