Supply and delivery of electrical materials for a period of 36 months as and when required

Overview

Procurement of supply and delivery of electrical materials for 36 months on an as-needed basis. Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality invites reputable suppliers of electrical materials to bid for a broad range of items (e.g., circuit breakers, cables, meters, transformers, MCCBs, relays, lugs, etc.) with delivery to municipal sites as required. The contract uses an 80/20 preferential points system (price vs municipal objectives) for bids estimated to be under R1 million.

Requirements

• Original or certified copies of B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificates
• Original Tax Clearance Certificate (SARS pin)
• Copy of company registration documents
• Municipal rates and taxes account not in arrears for more than 90 days
• CSD Registration
• Company Profile
• Proof of purchase of tender documents
• Audited Annual Financial Statements for 3 years
• Must comply with VAT Act
• Two-stage evaluation: 1) Compliance prequalification; 2) Functionality threshold of at least 70% to progress
• Evaluation criteria include financial strength (bank rating) and evidence of similar work
• Municipal objectives points (women-owned, disabled-owned, youth-owned, locality) up to 20 points total
• Delivery terms, price with VAT, and delivery costs to be included in bid prices
• Payment terms: invoices paid within 30 days after delivery and acceptance

How to Apply

• Obtain tender documents from e-tender or the municipality from 15 October 2026; non-refundable printing fee of R1,012.15 (documents can also be downloaded free) (Tender Advert ALMT03/2026).
• Submit sealed bids to The Municipal Manager, Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality, P.O. Box 24, Carolina 1185, or deposit in the Tender Box at 28 Kerk Street, Carolina, by 12:00 on 10 November 2026 (no late submissions).
• Do not email or fax bids; use official tender forms. Attach returnable documents listed above and the Pricing Schedule (see Bid Document ALMT03-2026 ELECTRICAL MATERIALS.pdf).
• The briefing session is not required (None).
• Questions or clarifications via the Supply Chain Manager, Mr. J Nkosi (017 843 4025).
• Pricing schedule is firm prices and valid for 90 days from closing; delivery costs should be included if applicable.
• If awarded, contract duration is 36 months; escalation of 10% per year may apply; delivery to requested area and emergency delivery capability expected.
• For document specifics and forms reference, see the attached Bid Document ALMT03-2026 ELECTRICAL MATERIALS.pdf (Pricing Schedule included).