Gas systems repair and maintenance for SABS sites.
SABS
In plain English
The South African Bureau of Standards is procuring gas systems repairs and maintenance services for all SABS sites for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and provide a valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) invites bids for the repair, maintenance, and installation of gas systems across its national sites, including Groenkloof, Netfa, Secunda, Cape Town, East London, Richards Bay, and Durban. This contract covers a 36-month period. Key deliverables include preventive maintenance, emergency breakdown services, asset management, and the issuance of test certificates and compliance reports. The service provider must ensure all work adheres to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant SANS/ISO standards. The project requires a skilled team capable of handling pressure testing, leak detection, and system upgrades. The tender closes on 03 October 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.
- 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
- Valid COIDA registration
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Technicians must hold SAQCC Gas registration
- Proven experience via contactable references for similar projects
- Minimum technical functionality score of 70%
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ntobeko Mweli
Email: Ntobeko.Mweli@sabs.co.za
Phone: 012-428-6691
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted via email to Ntobeko.Mweli@sabs.co.za. Submissions via external links like WeTransfer are not permitted. Late applications will be rejected.
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