Refurbishment and Restoration of T3 Switch

9/2/369

See details below or the tender documentation

2026-11-11 12:00

Bela Bela Local Municipality

1 EP

Electrical Engineering, Electrical Services

Bela-Bela, Limpopo

Bela-Bela Local Municipality

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Tender Notice and Invitation to Tender
REFURBISHMENT AND RESTORATION OF T3 SWITCH
Employer Tender Number: 9/2/369
cidb Reference Number: 100123389
BELA BELA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY INVITES TENDERS FOR REFURBISHMENT AND RESTORATION OF T3 SWITCH
It is estimated that tenderers should have a cidb contractor grading of 1EP or higher.
Preferences are offered to tenderers who 1EP OF HIGHER CIDB GRADING
Only tenderers who 1EP OF HIGHER CIDB GRADING are eligible to submit tenders.
Responses should be submitted at Bela Bela Municipal records office
Queries relating to the issues of these documents may be addressed to:
Mr T Kotsokoane
Tel No. 0147368000
E-mail. [email protected]
The closing time for receipt of Tenders is 12h00 on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Emailed and Late Tenders will not be accepted.
Tenders may only be submitted on the tender documentation that is issued.
Requirements for sealing, addressing, delivering, opening and assessment of Tenders are stated in the Tender Data.



Additional Information:
Employer Name: Bela Bela Local Municipality
Province: Limpopo
Municipality: Waterberg District Municipality
Closing Date: 2026-11-11 12:00
Site Meeting: No
Briefing Date:
CIDB Class: 1 EP
Subcategory:
Documents Available from: 28 October 2026

Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective is to refurbish and restore the T3 Switch facility to ensure operational reliability, safety, and full compliance with municipal infrastructure and electrical standards.

Scope

The project involves the comprehensive upgrade, repair, and restoration of electrical infrastructure associated with the T3 Switch. While detailed specifications are contained within the official tender documentation, the scope typically encompasses structural and electrical inspections, replacement of degraded or obsolete components, system testing, commissioning, and final handover. All works must align with municipal engineering guidelines and relevant national electrical codes.

Technical Requirements

  • Contractors must possess a minimum Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 1EP or higher.
  • Tenders must be prepared exclusively using the municipality-issued tender documentation.
  • Strict submission protocols apply: proper sealing, correct addressing, physical delivery to the designated municipal records office, and strict adherence to the published closing date and time.
  • Electronic submissions and late deliveries will be automatically disqualified.
  • Evaluation and assessment will follow the municipality’s prescribed criteria detailed in the tender data.

Skills Requirements

Due to the stringent CIDB grading requirement, bidders must demonstrate advanced technical and managerial capabilities. Essential competencies include qualified electrical engineers, certified high-voltage technicians, experienced project managers, and dedicated health and safety officers. Successful contractors must show proven experience in municipal electrical infrastructure rehabilitation, proficiency in modern diagnostic and testing equipment, and strict adherence to occupational safety and quality assurance standards.

Key Terminology

CIDB Grading 1EP: A South African contractor classification denoting eligibility for complex, high-value electrical projects. The “E” indicates electrical specialization, while “P” confirms advanced project management capability.

T3 Switch: Refers to a medium- to high-voltage electrical switching station integral to municipal power distribution networks. Refurbishment entails upgrading protection relays, circuit breakers, control systems, and auxiliary infrastructure to restore optimal grid performance.

This summary is AI generated. Download the tender documents for all the information.

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