ADVERT SCMU 26-2026 REPLACEMENT OF 60MVA 132-66-33kV TRANSFORMER NO.2 AT TARENTAALRAND SUBSTATIONClosed

Overview

Replacement of the 60MVA 132/66/33kV Transformer No.2 at Tarentaalrand Substation. Open tender by Greater Tzaneen Municipality for electrical contracting firms with CIDB 7EP+ to execute a 36-month transformer replacement project, with compulsory briefing and strict pre-qualification requirements (financial capacity, registrations, and technical capabilities) as per bid documents.

Requirements

Stage-1 mandatory requirements

• Proof of tender document purchase or downloaded receipt
• Bidder experience letters, completion certificates, and stamped reference letters
• Key personnel and qualifications
• Proof of Plant and Equipment
• CIDB Grading 7EP or Higher
• Registration as an Electrical Contractor with the Department of Labour
• Audited 3-year annual financial statements
• Original Tender Guarantee from a SA bank for R3,000,000
• Fully completed Schedule A&B for Transformer and for NECRT
• Compulsory briefing session

Stage-2 administrative requirements

• Copy of company registration (CIPC)
• Certified IDs for all directors
• Latest CSD registration summary
• Tax clearance status
• Municipal rates and taxes proof; address documentation or affidavit
• JV agreement (if applicable)

How to Apply

• Bid documents obtainable at www.greatertzaneen.gov.za or via Etenders/Supply Chain Offices; non-refundable fee of R2000 or bank deposit (Absa, Acc no 4051444332) with reference: company name + bid number. (see ADVERT SCMU 26-2026 REPLACEMENT OF 60MVA.pdf..pdf)
• Completed bid documents, with attachments, to be deposited in the Greater Tzaneen Bid Box, Civic Centre, Agatha Street, marked SCMU 26/2026.
• Documents to submit include Schedule A&B, proof of mandatory requirements, and administrative documents (Stage 2) as listed above (see attached document for specifics).
• Compulsory briefing: 18 August 2026 at 10:00, Old Fire Hall.
• Closing date: 10 September 2026 at 12:00; public bid opening to follow.
• Evaluation: Stage 1 functionality (experience 30, key personnel 55, plant/equipment 15); only ≥70 points proceed to 80/20 price-based scoring.
• Ensure compliance with SCM Policy, 2022 preferential regulations, CIDB 7EP+ requirement, and Central Supplier Database registration.
• Technical inquiries: Mr B.M Sengwayo; Administrative: Mrs Z Ramothwala or Mr Misunwa (see document for contact details).