Request for the Servicing and Repairs to Mv and Lv Transformers, Switch Gear Systems and Configuration of Abb Ref615 Controllers at Saao Sutherland Site.

NRF/SAAO/RFQ/115584

2026-02-04 08:00

Tender Closed on: 2026-02-13 12:00

South African Astronomical Observatory

2 EP

Electrical Engineering, Electrical Services, Plant Automation, PLC, SCADA, Building Management Systems, Transformer Supplies, Installation and Maintenance

Northern Cape, Sutherland

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Tender Notice and Invitation to Tender
Request for the Servicing and Repairs to MV and LV Transformers, Switch Gear
Systems and Configuration of ABB Ref615 Controllers at SAAO Sutherland Site.
Employer Tender Number: NRF/SAAO/RFQ/115584
cidb Reference Number: 100112933
SOUTH AFRICAN ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY INVITES TENDERS FOR REQUEST FOR THE SERVICING AND REPAIRS
TO MV AND LV TRANSFORMERS, SWITCH GEAR SYSTEMS AND CONFIGURATION OF ABB REF615 CONTROLLERS AT SAAO
SUTHERLAND SITE.
It is estimated that tenderers should have a cidb contractor grading of 2EP or higher.
Preferences are offered to tenderers who are 2EP or Higher
Only tenderers who are 2EP or Higher are eligible to submit tenders.
No collection. Strictly download RFQ Document from eTender:
NRF/SAAO/RFQ/115584 - Request for the Servicing and Repairs to MV and LV Transformers, Switch Gear Systems and Configuration
of ABB Ref615 Controllers at SAAO Sutherland Site.
Queries relating to the issues of these documents may be addressed to:
SCM
Tel No. 0214470025
E-mail. [email protected]
A compulsory clarification meeting with representitives of the Employer will take place at SAAO Sutherland, Old Fraserberg Road,
Sutherland, 6920 on 04 February 2026 starting at 08h00.
The closing time for receipt of Tenders is 12h00 on Friday, February 13, 2026.
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: South African Astronomical Observatory
Province: Northern Cape
Municipality: Namakwa District Municipality
Closing Date: 2026-02-13 12:00
Site Meeting: Yes
Briefing Date: 2026-02-04 08:00
CIDB Class: 2 EP
Subcategory:
Documents Available from: 22 January 2026

Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure services for the servicing and repairs of Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) transformers, switch gear systems, and the configuration of ABB Ref615 controllers at the SAAO Sutherland Site.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

  • Servicing and repairing MV and LV transformers
  • Maintaining and repairing switch gear systems
  • Configuring ABB Ref615 controllers at the specified site

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements specify that tenderers must:

  • Possess a cidb contractor grading of 2EP or higher
  • Download and submit tenders strictly using the provided RFQ documentation
  • Attend a compulsory clarification meeting scheduled at the SAAO Sutherland site on 04 February 2026 at 08h00
  • Ensure all work complies with the technical standards and specifications outlined in the tender documentation

Skills Requirements

Eligible tenderers should demonstrate:

  • Experience and competency in servicing and repairing MV and LV electrical equipment
  • Capability to configure ABB Ref615 controllers
  • Relevant technical expertise aligned with the scope of work
  • Ability to meet the required cidb contractor grading of 2EP or higher
This summary is AI generated. Download the tender documents for all the information.

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