Mogwase Prison: Mechanical Engineering Services Upgrade
Department of Public Works
In plain English
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure is procuring professional mechanical engineering services for the repair and upgrading of Mogwase Prison. Eligible bidders must be mechanical engineering businesses under the supervision of registered professional mechanical engineers or technologists.
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The National Department of Public Works & Infrastructure invites bids for mechanical engineering services at Mogwase Prison in the North West Province. The project involves the repair and upgrading of the entire facility. The successful service provider must manage all project stages from inception to close-out, including construction monitoring and quality assurance. Key deliverables include design reports, construction documentation, progress reports, and final accounts. The project requires adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and reporting on Expanded Public Works Programme indicators. Bidders must attend a compulsory site meeting on 30 September 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Key personnel must hold valid ECSA professional registration
- Must attend the compulsory site clarification meeting
- Must provide proof of valid Professional Indemnity Insurance
- Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid B-BBEE status verification certificate or Sworn Affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: NKAGISANG KADI
Email: nkagisang.kadi@dpw.gov.za
Phone: 082-849-8620
How to apply: Submit sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender and WCS numbers to the National Department of Public Works & Infrastructure office at Stand 810, Albert Lithuli Drive, Mmabatho. Late, electronic, or telephonic submissions will not be accepted.
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