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Replacement of Current Transformers at Substations

Eskom

In plain English

Eskom is implementing an eTendering system for electronic submission of tender documents. Suppliers must register and have a CSD number to access the system.

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Closing date
14 August 2026
Location
Various substations in KZN-Shakaskraal, Empangeni, Bergville and Pietermaritzburg-Shakaskraal, Empangeni, Bergville and Pietermaritzburg-
Estimated value
R 15 000 000
Published
16 July 2026
Tender no.
E3248NTCSAMWP

Description

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has issued a tender for the high-risk replacement of ASEA IMBA/E current transformers (CTs) at Avon, Impala, Mersey, and Tugela substations. The project involves decommissioning existing CTs, installing new units, and performing associated cabling and stringing works. The tender (E3248NTCSAMWP) requires bidders to meet specific technical thresholds for control cabling and substation equipment installation. The project is scheduled to commence in 2026, with a validity period of 12 weeks. Bidders must adhere to strict local content requirements for substation hardware and steel. A non-compulsory clarification meeting is scheduled via Microsoft Teams. All submissions must be made electronically via the NTCSA E-tendering portal.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Registered companyAn active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
  • Tax clearanceA valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
  • B-BBEE certificateA B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
  • CIDB grading (Grade 4 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (4EP))A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
  • Letter of Good StandingCOID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.

Full requirements

  • Valid CIDB grading of 4EP or higher
  • Valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
  • Valid SARS tax compliance status PIN
  • Audited financial statements for the previous 18 months
  • Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
  • Compliance with Quality Category 3 requirements
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit, or CIPC certificate
  • Proof of compliance with the Employment Equity Act

Contact & how to apply

Name: Tsakani

Email: mabundpe@ntcsa.co.za

Phone: 011-800-2311

How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the NTCSA E-tendering portal (TenderBulletin). All documents must be in PDF format, with price lists provided in both PDF and Excel. Individual files are limited to 50MB, with a total submission limit of 900MB.

Download tender documents