Maintenance of Transformers for SABC Auckland Park.
Portia Khuzwayo
This tender closed on 7 October 2026
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Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 28 September 2026 at 10:00 · https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/397927602700110?p=yIKQNLCF3qiNJwdWQC. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
The SABC is seeking a service provider for the maintenance of transformers at Auckland Park offices for three years. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 5EP or higher and a valid SACPCMP registration.
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The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) invites bids for the maintenance of 32 transformers at its Auckland Park offices. The work covers both the Radio Park and TV side facilities. Key tasks include regular inspections, electrical testing, oil condition monitoring, protection system testing, and general repairs such as fixing leaks and replacing components. The contract will run for a period of three years. Bidders must have at least five years of experience in transformer maintenance and provide a qualified team, including an artisan electrician with a Three Phase Wireman’s License and medium voltage network experience. All work must be performed according to strict safety and technical standards.
What you need to qualify
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 5 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (5EP)) — 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.
- UIF registration — Registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Minimum CIDB grading of 5EP
- Health and Safety Officer must have SACPCMP registration
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COID and UIF Letters of Good Standing
- Valid company and director TV licenses
- Three years of audited financial statements or management accounts
- Valid calibration certificates for all test equipment
- Five references for similar transformer maintenance projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Portia Khuzwayo
Email: Tenderqueries@sabc.co.za
Phone: 011-714-2107
How to apply: Submit your bid in PDF format via email to rfpsubmissions@sabc.co.za. Ensure the email subject line includes the bidder's name, the tender number, and the tender title.
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