Supply and Install Christmas Lights in Mthatha Area
Mr Kwampa
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
17 November 2026 at 10:00 · Mthatha town hall
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, delivery, installation, refurbishment, and removal of Christmas lights in Mthatha, Mqanduli, and Coffee Bay. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have a CIDB grading of 2EP/EB or higher.
Always check the official documentDescription
The King Sabata Dalindyebo Municipality invites tenders for the supply, installation, refurbishment, and removal of festive Christmas lighting. The project covers Mthatha, Mqanduli, and Coffee Bay, including street pole lighting, themed park features, and fireworks displays. The contract duration is three months. Key deliverables include the installation of RGB rope lights, 'Seasons Greetings' signage, and the maintenance of existing equipment. All materials must meet South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) quality requirements. Upon completion, all equipment must be returned to the municipal workshop in Mthatha. Bidders must provide a detailed work plan, site-specific risk assessments, and proof of ownership or lease agreements for essential machinery, including a cherry picker and a 4-ton crane truck. A compulsory briefing session will be held at the Mthatha Town Hall to discuss project specifications and safety requirements for pyrotechnics.
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 2 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (2EP)) — 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 2EP/EB or higher
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- SAQCC competency certificate for Project Manager
- SAPS Explosive Permit for Project Manager
- Public liability insurance covering pyrotechnics
- Proof of ownership or lease for required plant and equipment
- Audited financial statements for past three years for offers over R10 million
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Kwampa
Email: kwampas@ksd.gov.za
Phone: 047-495-1127
How to apply: Bids must be sealed, clearly marked with the Bid Number and Project Name, and deposited in the bid box at the KSD Local Municipality, Munitata Building, Corner Owen & General Sabelo Victor Gqwetha Street, Mthatha 5099. Documents must be completed in black ink. No emailed or faxed bids are accepted.
Related tenders
Maintenance of Aeronautical Lighting at Mthatha Airport.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks a service provider for maintaining Aeronautical Ground Lighting systems at Mthatha Airport over 36 months. Responsibilities include inspections and repairs of runway lights, generators, and control systems. The contractor must provide skilled electricians, tools, and ensure safety standards. Deliverables include service reports and job cards. Personnel must pass security screening for airside access.
Electrical Contractors for High-Mast Lighting Supply and Installation
The City of Ekurhuleni seeks electrical contractors for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of 25m counter-balance high-mast lighting structures on an as-and-when required basis until 30 June 2029. The contract covers the North, South, and East regions and will be awarded to up to three bidders. Key tasks include design, construction, installation, and training municipal staff on operation and maintenance. Contractors must provide a data dossier for each mast, including drawings and test results, and adhere to local content thresholds for components.
Supply and Delivery of Lighting Globes
The Mandela Bay Theatre Complex requests quotations for the supply and delivery of various lighting globes, including LED globes, fluorescent tubes, and specialized stage lighting bulbs. Delivery is to 68 Cape Road, Mill Park, Gqeberha, and prices must include delivery costs and VAT. Quotations must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date of 12 November 2026.
Supply and delivery of LED high mast lights.
The Dawid Kruiper Municipality invites bids for supplying and delivering LED high mast lights, including 68 units of 390W and 96 units of 195W LED luminaires, to the Electrical Department in Upington, Northern Cape. The lights must meet IP66 standards and have a minimum 5-year warranty. The tender closes on 13 November 2026.
36-month maintenance of electrical and lighting systems.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for a 36-month preventative maintenance contract involving the repair of electrical installations, specifically security street lights and high mast lighting clusters. The project covers multiple locations, including Bojanala, Mogwase, Temba, and Madikwe, with a submission deadline of 11 November 2026.
Supply and delivery of electrical materials.
AbaQulusi Local Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of electrical globes and material stock items over 36 months. The contract includes providing lamps such as LED and fluorescent lights, ballasts, capacitors, electrical fittings, and tools like cordless drills. Work will occur within the AbaQulusi Local Municipality. Bidders must provide firm pricing, including delivery costs. The tender will be evaluated on an 80/20 preference point system, considering price and specific goals. Closing date is 20 November 2026.