Installation of AMI components in eThekwini Municipality.
eThekwini Municipality
In plain English
The tender is for the field installation of electricity advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) components within the eThekwini Municipality area for a thirty-six months period. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB contractor grading designation of 5 EP/EB or higher and be registered on the eThekwini Municipality’s Supplier Portal.
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The eThekwini Municipality is seeking a service provider for the field installation of Electricity Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) components. This project covers the installation, exchange, commissioning, and testing of various residential and commercial meters within the eThekwini area. The contract will run for a period of 36 months. Key deliverables include verifying smart meter communications, managing customer handovers, capturing installation data, and handling tamper inspections. The contractor is responsible for the secure management of municipal stock and must maintain strict quality control standards. The project requires a team of qualified personnel, including an ECSA-registered project manager, trade-tested electricians, and quality auditors. Work is performed on a rate-based, re-measurement basis.
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 5 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (5EP)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Municipality Supplier Portal
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Active CIDB registration of Grade 5 EP/EB or higher
- No outstanding municipal service arrears
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
- Commitment to 30% subcontracting to 51% black-owned entities
- Ownership or access to four roadworthy vehicles with lockable canopies
- Professional registrations and trade test certifications for key personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nyaniso Mlilo
Email: Nyaniso.Mlilo@durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-311-9422
How to apply: Bidders must submit a hard copy to the Tender Box at the Municipal Building, 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban, and upload the electronic version via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module). Both submissions are required for the bid to be valid.
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