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 Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is procuring a two-year term contract for the supply, servicing, repairs, and maintenance of electrical equipment for Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro Cluster Two. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of 3EB or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
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The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure invites bids for a two-year contract to supply, service, and repair electrical equipment. The work covers the Amathole District and Buffalo City Metro, specifically in Middledrift, Peddie, Zwelitsha, and Enoch Sontonga. Key tasks include maintaining distribution boards, lighting systems, security fencing, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The project requires systematic annual servicing and ad-hoc repairs. The contract is valid for two years, with a closing date of 09 October 2026. Bidders must provide qualified personnel and demonstrate experience through successful past projects.
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 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
- CIDB grading of 3EB or higher
- Valid wireman license or recognized electrician trade-tested certificate
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Proof of registration and good standing with Compensation Fund (COID)
- Minimum of three contactable references for similar projects
- Must meet 100% local content threshold for specified materials
Contact & how to apply
Name: Yandisa Ngxazisa
Email: yandisa.ngxazisa@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 082-559-9050
How to apply: Submit sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender name and number into the tender box at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Block B Building, Corner of Scholl & Amalinda Main Rd, East London, 5247.
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