Two-Year Contract for Mechanical Equipment Maintenance.
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
This tender closed on 7 October 2026
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In plain English
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is procuring a two-year term contract for servicing, repairs, and maintenance of mechanical equipment in the Alfred Nzo District. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 3ME or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for a two-year contract to provide maintenance, repairs, and servicing of mechanical equipment. The work will take place in the Alfred Nzo District for the Department of Social Development. Key deliverables include the routine maintenance of air conditioning units, generators, and a Schindler passenger lift located in Matatiele. The contractor must also perform emergency repairs and ad-hoc maintenance as required. The contract follows the NEC3 Term Service standards and requires strict adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The project is scheduled to run for 24 months.
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 3 Mechanical Engineering (3ME)) — 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 3ME or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Letter of Good Standing from Compensation Fund or licensed insurer
- Trade test certificates for Diesel Mechanic and Refrigeration/Air Conditioning personnel
- Proof of three contactable project references
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms. N. Mpiti
Email: Namhla.mpiti@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 082 304 0403
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number and description. The documents must be physically deposited into the bid box located at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Corner of Nkosi Senyukele & Ngqubusini Street, Mount Ayliff 4735.
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