Supply and install 11kV cables in Gauteng.
PRASA
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
26 October 2026 at 10:00 · Between New Canada and Lawley Station
In plain English
PRASA is procuring the supply, delivery, and installation of an 11kV aerial bundle cable between New Canada and Lawley Station. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 4EP or higher and be registered on the CSD.
Always check the official documentDescription
This tender is issued by PRASA for the supply, delivery, and installation of 11kV Aerial Bundle cables and electrical infrastructure between New Canada and Lawley Station in the Gauteng region. The project includes installing transformers, lightning arrestors, and various electrical components, as well as vegetation management and the removal of scrap materials. The work must be completed within two months from the date of the award. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 26 October 2026 at Umjantshi House, and the final deadline for submissions is 02 November 2026.
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 4 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (4EP)) — 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
- CIDB grading of 4EP or higher
- Three flagmen with valid certificates and CVs
- Safety Officer with SHERQ qualification and SACPCMP registration
- Electrician: N3, Trade Test, 5 years experience, and Working at Height certificate
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ali Maupa
Email: ali.maupa@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-0169
How to apply: Applications must be hand-delivered to Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmaraans Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, by 12:00 (noon) on 02 November 2026.
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