Panel for Water and Electricity Meter Management.
Melken TJ
In plain English
The Tswaing Local Municipality is procuring services for the audit, supply, installation, replacement, maintenance, and management of water and electricity meters, including smart metering and AMR/AMI systems, for 12 months. Bidders must comply with the Preferential Procurement Regulation 2022 and provide a B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit.
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Tswaing Local Municipality invites bids for a panel of three service providers to manage water and electricity metering. The project includes auditing, supplying, installing, and maintaining smart meters, AMR/AMI systems, and revenue enhancement services. Work will take place in the Tswaing municipal area over a 12-month period. Key deliverables include replacing faulty meters, identifying illegal connections, integrating data into billing systems, and providing monthly reports. The project requires technical expertise in electrical and water infrastructure, including the use of specific communication technologies and compliance with SANS and ISO standards.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Minimum 70% functionality threshold for experience, personnel, and equipment
- Key personnel must hold relevant professional registrations
- Proof of access to required plant and equipment
Contact & how to apply
Name: Melken TJ
Email: scm@tswaing.gov.za
Phone: 053-948-1943
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the tender number and description. These must be deposited into the tender box at the foyer of the Main Municipal Building in Delareyville by the closing date.
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