Contractor for Borehole Drilling in Wakkerstroom Ward 5.
Melody Ralinotsi
In plain English
The project involves the appointment of a contractor for drilling boreholes in Wakkerstroom Ward 5. Eligible bidders are local SMMEs, emerging contractors, and cooperatives with a CIDB contractor grading of 3CE.
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The Dr. Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality invites bids for the drilling and equipping of boreholes in Wakkerstroom, Ward 5. The project covers five settlements, including Paardeplaas and Vaalbank. Key deliverables include borehole sitting, drilling, and the installation of solar-powered pumps, windmills, or hand pumps. The contractor must also construct pump houses, elevated tank stands, and fencing, as well as perform water quality testing and install reticulation systems. The work is located in the Mpumalanga province. The closing date for submissions is 23 September 2026 at 12:00. Bidders must demonstrate technical capacity, including specific plant and equipment, and provide a comprehensive project execution plan.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 3 Civil Engineering (3CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
Full requirements
- Minimum CIDB grading of 3CE
- Valid CSD registration and tax clearance
- Valid B-BBEE certificate
- Bank rating of C or better
- Proof of ownership or lease for required equipment
- Key personnel with relevant qualifications and CVs
Contact & how to apply
Name: Melody Ralinotsi
Email: Melodyr@pixleykaseme.gov.za
Phone: 017-734-6163
How to apply: Submit completed, sealed tenders in the tender box at the Dr. Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality offices, located at the corner of Adelaide Tambo Street and Dr. Nelson Mandela Drive, Volksrust, by the closing date and time.
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