Ammonia Refrigeration Plant Maintenance Contract.
eThekwini Municipality
In plain English
The tender is for the maintenance of an ammonia refrigeration plant for eThekwini Municipality. Eligible bidders must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and have a Health and Safety Plan.
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The eThekwini Municipality is inviting bids for a 36-month contract to provide maintenance, servicing, and repairs for the Ammonia Refrigeration Plant at the Bulk Sale Market in Durban. The scope of work includes routine maintenance and emergency repairs for critical infrastructure, such as screw compressors, cold rooms, air handling units, and electrical control panels. The contractor must ensure all work complies with SANS 10147 and SANS 347 standards. Key deliverables include daily, weekly, and monthly service reports, pressure testing certification, and the provision of a fully equipped, qualified technical team available 24/7. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 7 ME or higher and demonstrate experience in ammonia refrigeration systems. A compulsory clarification meeting is scheduled for 21 September 2026, and the tender closes on 16 October 2026.
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 7 Mechanical Engineering (7ME)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Active CIDB grading of 7 ME or higher
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and eThekwini Supplier Portal
- No municipal rates and taxes in arrears
- Valid SAQCC Gas licenses for all technical personnel
- Audited financial statements for projects exceeding R10 million
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thandokuhle Nkonyeni
Email: Thandokuhle.Nkonyeni@Durban.gov.za
Phone: 031-311-7327
How to apply: Submit a hard copy to the Tender Box at 166 KE Masinga Road, Durban, and upload the electronic version via the eThekwini Municipality JDE System (ESP Module) before the closing date.
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