Contractor for ICT Electrical and Solar Backup System.
DBSA
In plain English
The project involves the upgrade and repair at the Government Printing Works Administrative Headquarters. Eligible bidders must comply with relevant standard codes of practice, specifications, and regulations.
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The Government Printing Works (GPW) has issued a tender (RFP077/2026) for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of ICT electrical infrastructure and a solar-powered backup system at their Administrative Headquarters in Pretoria. The project involves upgrading electrical reticulation, installing UPS systems, standby generators, and a 100kW hybrid solar PV system with battery storage. The work includes minor building modifications, data centre HVAC, and fire suppression systems. The project is governed by the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option B). The successful contractor must provide 24 months of maintenance and training. The project is located at 389 Sophie de Bruyn Street, Pretoria. The contract duration is three months for completion, with a 52-week defects liability period. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session and adhere to strict technical standards for electrical and solar installations.
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 7 Electrical Engineering (Building) (7EB)) — 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.
- UIF registration — Registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB grading of 7 EB or higher
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of COIDA and UIF registration
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
- Letters of intent for Public Liability, Professional Indemnity, and Works insurance
- Proof of attendance at the compulsory briefing session
- Key personnel: Electrical Site Agent and SACPCMP-registered Health and Safety Officer
Contact & how to apply
Name: Katlego Leshokgoto
Email: KatlegoSCM@dbsa.org
Phone: 011-313-3438
How to apply: Bidders must request a unique submission link by emailing Katlego Leshokgoto at KatlegoSCM@dbsa.org by 1 September 2026. Submissions must be uploaded as a compressed folder via the provided Microsoft OneDrive link before the closing date of 9 September 2026 at 23:55.
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