# UPGRADING OF UNDERGROUND MV CABLES: PHASE 7

> This tender closed on 2026-09-21.

- **Reference:** GKM 10-26/27
- **Issuer:** [Greater Kokstad Municipality](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/greater-kokstad-municipality.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-21 12:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Civil engineering](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F42.md), [Specialised construction](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F43.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Appointment of an Electrical Contractor for the Upgrading of Underground MV Cables: Phase 7.** This construction tender by Greater Kokstad Municipality seeks a CIDB 6EP-or-higher contractor to upgrade MV cables across three runs (approximately 4012m, 2140m and 700m). Target bidders are electrical contractors with MV cable installation experience and the ability to meet CIDB, ISO 9001, and SARS/CSD requirements. Compulsory briefing and site visits are part of the process.

#### Requirements
- CIDB grade 6EP or higher; proof of CIDB registration.
- Demonstrable company experience in MV cable projects; key personnel with ECSA-registered credentials; suitable plant/competencies.
- ISO 9001 certification; VAT registration; Workman’s Compensation registration.
- Tax compliance: SARS PIN/TCS status; CIDB/Joint Venture disclosures as applicable; CSD printout if TCS not attached.
- Mandatory returnable documents (MBD forms): MBD1, MBD4 (Declaration of Interest), MBD6.1 (Preference Points), MBD8, MBD9; proof of municipal rates clearance for company and directors.
- Proof of not owing municipal rates/taxes; lease or affidavit if rural areas; director-specific proofs.
- BBBEE status and detailed CSD for preference points; ownership goals (5 points for black ownership and 5 for black woman ownership) and RDP location goal (10 points).
- Site briefing/inspection attendance mandatory.

(Details drawn from BID document: BID Document Upgrade Of 11KV MV Cable 2026-2027 Combined Revised.pdf; T1-6, T1-28, T1-29)

#### How to Apply
- Obtain bid documents from the Greater Kokstad website at no cost (The tender document must be downloaded from www.kokstad.gov.za). Compulsory briefing 01 September 2026 at 11:00, Adam Kok III Building, 75 Hope Street, Kokstad; attendance register will be signed. Submission box is at the Adam Kok III Building reception; bids close 21 September 2026 at 12:00. (Documents: T1-3, T1-4)
- Submit a complete bid in a sealed envelope/box with the bid number and closing date clearly marked. No late bids will be opened. (T1-4)
- Submit the following with the bid: original SARS Tax Clearance, CIDB certificate, ISO 9001 certificate, VAT certificate, CoC for WCA, CSD details, MBD forms (4, 6.1, 8, 9), and proof of municipal rates clearance for company and each director. (T1-6, T1-7)
- Questions may be submitted up to 5 calendar days before closing to the contact listed (Andiswa Mahlaka); clarifications issued to all bidders. Bid validity is in line with the Bid Data (typically 90 days). (T1-21, T1-25)

## Description

UPGRADING OF UNDERGROUND MV CABLES: PHASE 7

UPGRADING OF UNDERGROUND MV CABLES: PHASE 7

Documents available from: 21 August 2026 Site Meeting: Yes Municipality: Harry Gwala District Municipality

## Documents

- BID Document Upgrade Of 11KV MV Cable 2026-2027 Combined Revised.pdf..pdf

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