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Plumbing and Drainage Maintenance in Nelson Mandela Metro.

Eastern Cape Department of Public Works

In plain English

The tender is for the maintenance of plumbing and drainage services in Nelson Mandela Metro and Sarah Baartman Districts for two years. Eligible bidders must have a CIDB Grading of Grade 2SO PE/3SO or higher and be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.

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Closing date
18 August 2026
Location
55 ALBANY ROAD-CENTRAL-GQEBERHA-6001
Estimated value
R 2 500 000
Published
17 July 2026
Tender no.
SCMU5-26-27-0005SB

Description

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for the maintenance of plumbing and drainage services. This project covers the Nelson Mandela Metro and Sarah Baartman Districts for a two-year period. The work includes emergency repairs, pipe unblocking, sanitary fitting replacements, and general plumbing maintenance. Contractors must complete urgent tasks within 48 hours and standard tasks within seven days. The contract follows a re-measurement model based on the GCC 2015 standards. All work must be completed according to the specified scope, which includes earthworks, masonry, and plumbing installations.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • CIDB grading (Grade 3 Specialist Works (3SW))A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
  • Letter of Good StandingCOID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
  • Other registrationAn industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

  • Active CIDB grading of 2SO PE, 3SO or higher
  • Valid registration with the Institute of Plumbing South Africa (IOPSA)
  • Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Proof of registration with the Compensation Fund or licensed insurer
  • Three written contactable references for past projects

Contact & how to apply

Name: Ms. N. Mvandaba

Email: nosicelo.mvandaba@ecdpw.gov.za

Phone: 063-692-1567

How to apply: Submit sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and description into the bid box at the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, 55 Albany Road, Central, Gqeberha, 6000.

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