Kirkwood Prison: Boiler Maintenance and Repairs
Department of Public Works
In plain English
Maintenance and repairs of boilers at Kirkwood Prison for 36 months. Bidders need a CIDB grading of 5 ME or higher.
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This tender is for the maintenance and repair of coal-fired boilers and related equipment at Kirkwood Prison. The project is issued by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure and will take place in Kirkwood. The contract covers a period of 36 months and includes tasks such as statutory inspections, boiler efficiency control, coal and ash management, and water treatment. Key deliverables involve maintaining boiler systems, fans, pumps, and electrical control panels. The closing date for this tender is 24 November 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- CIDB grading (Grade 5 Mechanical Engineering (5ME)) — 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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Minimum CIDB grading of 5 ME
- Proven experience in boiler maintenance projects
- Valid trade certificates for Millwright, Fitter, Boiler Operator, and Electrician
- Valid bank rating letter (Code A-D)
Contact & how to apply
Name: N Nkangana
Email: nwabisa.nkangana@dpw.gov.za
Phone: 041-408-2055
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the bid number and description, to the Bid Box at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Eben Donges Building, Corner Robert & Hancock Street, Gqeberha, 6001.
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