Two-year contract for electrical services in Eastern Cape.
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
This tender closed on 9 October 2026
Bidding is no longer open. Browse open electrical & plumbing tenders or see the related tenders below.
In plain English
The contract is for the supply, servicing, repairs, and maintenance of electrical equipment for Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 3EB or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure invites bids for a two-year term contract to provide electrical maintenance and repair services. The work covers facilities in the Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro, including youth care centres and residential facilities. Key tasks involve servicing distribution boards, lighting systems, electric fencing, and fire safety equipment. The contractor must perform annual maintenance and respond to ad-hoc repair requests. All work must follow national safety standards and building regulations. The contract duration is 24 months, and the successful bidder must provide service reports and test certificates for all completed work. Local content requirements apply to specific materials used during the contract period.
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 3 Electrical Engineering (Building) (3EB)) — 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 3EB or higher
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Valid Wireman license or electrician trade test certificate
- Proof of registration with the Compensation Fund (COID)
- Three written contactable references
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Y. Ngxazisa
Email: scmamatole@ecdpw.gov.za, yandisa.ngxazisa@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 0825599050
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes, clearly marked with the tender name and number, and deposited into the tender box at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Block B Building, Corner of Scholl & Amalinda Main Rd, East London, 5247.
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