Panel for Disconnection of Illegal Electrical Connections.
Mr. Bheki Mazibuko
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
2 July 2026 at 10:00 · 11 KV Challenor Street, Eshowe
In plain English
The uMlalazi Municipality is seeking a panel for a three-year contract to disconnect illegal electrical connections and meter bypasses. Contractors with a minimum CIDB grading of 2 EP are eligible to bid.
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uMlalazi Municipality is seeking a service provider for a three-year contract to disconnect illegal electrical connections and meter bypasses. The work will take place in Eshowe Town, the industrial area, and surrounding wards. Key deliverables include verifying meter integrity, removing illegal power sources, confiscating materials, and providing armed security for staff. The contractor must also provide qualified electricians and perform skills transfer to municipal officials. The project involves an estimated volume of 1,000 disconnections. The contract duration is 36 months, and the tender closes on 13 July 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 2 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (2EP)) — 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
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must possess a valid Tax Clearance Certificate
- Must provide proof of municipal rates or valid lease agreement
- Must hold a valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Must have a CIDB grading of 2 EP or higher
- Personnel must hold certified Electrical Trade Test certificates
- Must be a PSIRA-registered security firm with valid firearm licenses
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. Bheki Mazibuko
Email: BhekiM@umlalazi.gov.za
Phone: 035-473-3300
How to apply: Purchase the tender document at the Municipal offices in Eshowe after paying a R1000.00 fee. Submit the completed, sealed tender document by hand-delivery to the Tender Box at the Municipal Buildings, KV Challenor Street, Eshowe, by 12:00 on 13 July 2026.
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