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Tender No: DBNQ26/10/02

Briefing Meeting: See details below or the tender documentation

Tender Closing Date: 2026-10-20 11:00

Required At: National Department of Public Works Durban

Required CIDB Rating: 1 EB

Tender Category: Solar, Wind, Gas (LPG, Hydrogen) and Other Renewable Energy

Tender Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Umlazi

Tender Department/Company: Department of Public Works

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Tender Notice and Invitation to Tender
SAPS: UMlazi
Employer Tender Number: DBNQ26/10/02
cidb Reference Number: 100122681
NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DURBAN INVITES TENDERS FOR SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF
12KVA SOLAR SYSTEM
It is estimated that tenderers should have a cidb contractor grading of 1EB or higher.
Preferences are offered to tenderers who 1 EB or Higher
Only tenderers who 1. Only those tenderers who satisfy the eligibility criteria stated in the tender data may submit tenders
2. Tender offer must be properly received on the tender closing date and time specified on the invitation, completed either electronically
(if issued in electronical format) or by writing
eligibly in non-erasable ink ( all as per standard conditions of tender)
3.Use of correction fluid in prohibited
4. Submission of SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule must be fully Completed
5.Bidding Companies must provide proof that their employed Technician or Artisans are qualified and experienced in solar system
maintenance/repairs, installation,commissioning,testing related services. The submission of a valid trade test (Electrical artisan or
heavy current Electrical technician
6.The Department Reserves the Right not to appoint if Bidder has been awarded 2 or more Contract of similar nature within the NDPWI
in the last six month, for equity & fair distribution of work amongst service providers.
7.Bidders are requested to submit references from previous, including contact details and a brief overview of the service provided. proof
of past experience and successful completion of similar project must be included in the form of a letter of award and a completion
certificate for evaluation, this experience must include single phase and 3 Phase solar system installation project.
8. Bidders to Submit A valid PV GREEN CARD(regulated by South African Photovoltaic Industry Association ( SAPVIA) for a
technician/ artisan (installation of solar system related work) employed by the bidding company.
9. A valid wireman's licence letter by Dept. of Labour for the owner of the company or for the employee who will be performing the work
and also verifiable proof that he/she is employed by the company that has been awarded to do work of solar system are eligible to
submit tenders.

Bid document are available for free download on www.publicworks.gov.za
Queries relating to the issues of these documents may be addressed to:
Sibuko Mpungose
Tel No. 0827819578
E-mail. [email protected]
or
Mbongeni Putuzo
Tel No. 0662622718
E-mail. [email protected]
or
Njabulo Manqele
Tel No. 0827819578
E-mail. [email protected]
The closing time for receipt of Tenders is 11h00 on Tuesday, October 20, 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.

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Additional Information:
Employer Name: National Department of Public Works Durban
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Municipality: eThekwini Municipality Metropolitan
Closing Date: 2026-10-20 11:00
Site Meeting: No
Briefing Date:
CIDB Class: 1 EB
Subcategory:
Documents Available from: 05 October 2026

Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a qualified contractor to supply, deliver, and install a 12KVA solar power system at the SAPS Umlazi facility. The procurement also aims to promote equitable distribution of government contracts by restricting bidders who have recently secured multiple similar agreements within the National Department of Public Works Infrastructure.

Scope

The successful bidder will be responsible for the complete lifecycle delivery of the solar energy solution. This encompasses sourcing and delivering all required hardware, physical installation, system commissioning, performance testing, and providing ongoing maintenance and repair services. The project explicitly requires hands-on experience with both single-phase and three-phase solar installations.

Technical Requirements

Contractors must hold a minimum Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 1EB or higher.
Bidders must submit documented proof of past successful projects, specifically a letter of award and a completion certificate.
Previous experience must demonstrably include the installation of both single-phase and three-phase solar systems.
The department reserves the right to decline appointment if the bidder has been awarded two or more similar contracts within the NDPWI in the preceding six months, ensuring fair market distribution.
Tenders must be submitted using the official documentation; emailed or late submissions will be rejected.

Skills and Certification Requirements

All technicians or artisans performing installation work must hold a valid PV GREEN CARD.
The company owner or the designated employee executing the work must possess a valid wireman's licence letter issued by the Department of Labour.
Verifiable proof of employment must be provided to confirm that the licensed individual is formally employed by the bidding company.

Explanation of Specialized Terms

CIDB Grading 1EB: A South African construction industry classification where 'E' denotes electrical specialization and 'B' indicates medium-scale capacity. A 1EB rating certifies a contractor's financial and technical ability to execute electrical projects up to a specified monetary threshold.
PV GREEN CARD: A nationally recognized competency card regulated by the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA). It verifies that the holder has completed accredited training and possesses the practical skills required to safely and compliantly install solar photovoltaic systems.
Wireman's Licence Letter: Official authorization from the Department of Labour permitting an individual to carry out electrical wiring and connection work. This is legally mandatory for interfacing solar inverters, panels, and battery systems with building infrastructure.
Contract Limit Policy: A procurement safeguard designed to prevent monopolization of government work. By capping similar concurrent awards at two per provider within a six-month window, the department ensures broader economic participation and balanced workload distribution among approved service providers.

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