Repair of Single-Core Cables at Pinedene, Gauteng.
PRASA
In plain English
Repair of single core cables at Pinedene for Metrorail Gauteng. Bidders must have a CIDB grading level 4EP or higher and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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This tender is issued by PRASA (Metrorail) for the repair of single-core cables at Pinedene. The project involves the supply and installation of 300 meters of 44kV aluminium cable, cable joining and termination kits, and the installation of surge arrestors. The scope includes 200 meters of excavation, earthing design, and pressure testing of cables. The work must be completed within a three-week period, followed by a 52-week guarantee period. The contractor is responsible for providing site security and delivering unused materials to the Capital Park Electrical depot. All work must adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and specific electrical specifications. Bidders must provide a project schedule and ensure all personnel hold relevant qualifications. The project is located at Pinedene, and a mandatory briefing session is scheduled for 22 October 2026 at the Irene Train Station.
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 4 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (4EP)) — 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.
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 4EP or higher
- Proven experience in 44kV cable projects within the last 10 years
- Team Leader and Site Supervisor must hold relevant electrical qualifications
- Construction Health and Safety Officer must hold safety management qualification
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Pin
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: GLORIA MOKGOBI
Email: gmokgobi@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-0343
How to apply: Bids must be hand-delivered to the Ground Floor, Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Corner of Leyds and Simmonds Street, Braamfontein. Email and fax submissions are not accepted.
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