Rehabilitation of Makhathini Pump Stations.
Nompumelelo
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
7 October 2026 at 11:00 · Makhathini Pump Station, Jozini
In plain English
The tender is for the rehabilitation of Makhathini Pump Stations within Jozini Local Municipality. Suitable and capable service providers registered on the Central Suppliers Database can bid.
Always check the official documentDescription
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development invites bids for the rehabilitation of the Makhathini Pump Stations in the Jozini Local Municipality. The project involves site clearing, installing new pump sets and electric motors, replacing valves, and upgrading electrical control panels and automation systems. The contractor will also perform building repairs and stormwater management improvements. The project is expected to be completed within an 18-month contract period, with an 11-month construction phase. Work must commence within three weeks of site handover. The project is located at the Makhathini Irrigation Scheme, approximately 15km from Jozini town.
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 6 Mechanical Engineering (6ME)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB grading of 6ME/6SH or higher
- Registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Minimum experience: irrigation pump installation projects valued at R1 million or more
- Evidence of a credit facility of at least R5 million
- Attendance at the compulsory briefing session
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nompumelelo
Email: nompumelelo.madlala@kzndard.gov.za
Phone: 033-355-9369
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the bid number and closing date. The documents must be deposited into the designated Bid Box at the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, 1 Cedara Road, Cedara 3200.
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