Equipment Repairs at SABS NETFA Laboratory.
SABS
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SABS is procuring services for equipment repairs at SABS NETFA. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and have a valid BBBEE certificate.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) invites bids for the repair and maintenance of high-power equipment at the NETFA Laboratory in Olifantsfontein. The project involves overhauling and maintaining 85 MVA generators, induction motors, and flywheel systems. The successful service provider must perform planned, corrective, and emergency maintenance to ensure plant reliability. The work includes technical assessments and reassembly of large-scale rotating equipment. The tender closes on 06 October 2026 at 11:00 am, with a mandatory briefing session scheduled for 02 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.
Full requirements
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Access to a workshop capable of repairing 85 MVA generators
- Proven experience repairing generators rated at 85 MVA or higher
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lekgolo Lebepe
Email: elvis.lebepe@sabs.co.za
Phone: 012-428-6157
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via email to elvis.lebepe@sabs.co.za. Bidders are responsible for ensuring their quotations are received by the SABS before the closing date and time.
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