Supply of mechanical and electrical materials.
OR Tambo District Municipality
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 18 August 2026 at 11:00 · Ground Floor open foyer, O.R Tambo Offices, Myezo Park, Mthatha. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
The O.R. Tambo District Municipality is seeking a panel of suppliers to supply and deliver mechanical and electrical materials and equipment for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and have tax compliance status.
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The O. R. Tambo District Municipality is seeking a panel of suppliers to provide mechanical and electrical equipment for water and wastewater infrastructure. This includes items like compressors, transformers, motors, and generators. The work will take place across several local municipalities, including King Sabatha Dalindyebo, Mhlontlo, Nyandeni, Port St John, and Ingquza Hill. The contract will run for a period of 36 months. Successful bidders must maintain a strategic stock level equivalent to one month of supply at their own premises. The project aims to support the repair and maintenance of water services, such as pump stations and boreholes. The tender is issued by the O. R. Tambo District Municipality, and all interested parties must attend a compulsory briefing session to qualify for the project.
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.
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Proof of relevant company experience and contactable references
- Project Manager must hold NQF-6 Project Management certification
- Proof of ownership or lease for crane truck, LDV, and low bed
Contact & how to apply
Name: TECHNICAL: Mr. L. Mashiya, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: Mr. S. Hopa
Email: TECHNICAL: mashiyal@ortambodm.gov.za, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: sakhiwoh@ortambodm.org.za
Phone: TECHNICAL: 047 501 6492, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: 047 501 6449
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number and description. These must be deposited into the Tender Box located at the Ground Floor, O. R. Tambo District Municipality Building, Nelson Mandela Drive, Myezo Park, Mthatha, by the closing date.
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