Two-year contract for electrical equipment services.
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
This tender closed on 9 October 2026
Bidding is no longer open. Browse open electrical & plumbing tenders or see the related tenders below.
In plain English
The tender is for a two-year contract for the supply, servicing, repairs, and maintenance of electrical equipment for Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 3EB or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure invites bids for a two-year term contract to supply, service, repair, and maintain electrical equipment. The work will take place in the Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality, covering areas such as Seymour, Bedford, Fort Beaufort, and Alice. Key deliverables include the maintenance of distribution boards, lighting systems, electric fencing, and fire equipment. The contractor must also compile a fire equipment asset register. This contract is set for a 24-month duration, with the project concluding in October 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- CIDB grading (Grade 3 Electrical Engineering (Building) (3EB)) — 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 3EB or higher
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Wireman’s license or trade-tested electrician certificate
- Three contactable project references with completion certificates
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Compensation Fund or licensed insurer
- Compliance with local content requirements for steel and related components
Contact & how to apply
Name: Yandisa Ngxazisa
Email: yandisa.ngxazisa@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 082-559-9050
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and description. These must be deposited into the tender box at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Corner of Scholl and Amalinda Main Road, Amalinda Block B Building, East London, 5247.
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