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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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 registration — Registration 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 Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An 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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