Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified contractor to deliver a one-off repair and maintenance service for standby and backup generators across designated municipal facilities, ensuring uninterrupted emergency power supply.

Scope

The project covers diagnostic assessments, fault rectification, and preventive maintenance of backup power generation units at four specific locations:

• Traffic Centre
• Technical Department Offices
• Civic Centre
• Cultural Centre

This is a single, non-recurring engagement focused on restoring generator reliability and operational efficiency.

Technical Requirements

• Contractors must hold a minimum Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 3EB or higher.
• All submissions must comply with strict formatting, sealing, addressing, and physical delivery protocols outlined in the official tender documentation.
• Late submissions and electronically emailed tenders will be automatically disqualified.

Skills Requirements

While the tender notice does not provide an exhaustive skills matrix, the mandatory CIDB grading implies the following core competencies:

• Practical expertise in electrical and mechanical engineering systems specific to backup power generation.
• Proficiency in generator troubleshooting, component replacement, fuel system maintenance, and load testing.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety standards governing high-voltage electrical works and industrial machinery.
• Ability to document maintenance activities, compile technical compliance reports, and adhere to municipal procurement and audit requirements.

Key Terminology Explanation

CIDB 3EB Grading: This refers to the South African Construction Industry Development Board contractor classification system. The "EB" designation stands for Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Works. Grade 3 indicates that a contractor is accredited to execute medium-scale projects involving electrical installations, mechanical systems, and generator maintenance, typically within a predefined financial threshold. This grading ensures the contractor possesses the necessary technical expertise, financial capacity, and operational track record to safely and effectively manage the required repairs and maintenance.