Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to restore critical electrical infrastructure at the Ndumo Police Station. The project aims to eliminate existing faults in underground cabling and perimeter lighting systems to ensure continuous site security, operational safety, and compliance with national policing facility standards.

Scope

The scope covers the complete diagnosis, repair, and replacement of faulty underground electrical cables and perimeter lighting fixtures at the SAPS Ndumo Police Station. Responsibilities include all necessary labour, materials, testing, and commissioning required to return the electrical systems to full operational functionality.

Technical Requirements

• Contractor Grading: Bidders must meet a minimum CIDB contractor grading of 1EB or higher. Preference is exclusively reserved for tenderers achieving this threshold.
• Pricing Documentation: A fully completed SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule (Firm Prices for Purchases) is mandatory for evaluation.
• Mandatory Site Inspection: All bidders must physically inspect the site, complete the designated Site Form, and obtain a signature from a facility representative. Failure to submit a signed inspection form results in automatic disqualification.
• Submission Compliance: Tenders must utilise official documentation, adhere to strict sealing and delivery protocols, and be submitted before the closing time. Late or electronically transmitted bids will be rejected.
• Certification: All regulatory documents, licences, and qualifications must be accompanied by a certified copy verified by a Commissioner of Oath.

Skills Requirements

• Company Registration: The contracting entity must hold a valid registration as an Electrical Contractor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).
• Licenced Personnel: The company owner or a designated on-site employee must possess a valid Wireman’s Licence issued by the Department of Labour.
• Technical Qualifications: Individuals executing the work must hold either an Artisan Electrical Trade Test Certificate or a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering. These credentials must be verified and certified prior to submission.

Explanation of Key Terms

• CIDB Grading 1EB: A South African Construction Industry Development Board classification that assesses a contractor’s financial capacity, historical turnover, and technical expertise, indicating suitability for medium-scale electrical and civil projects.
• SBD 3.1: A standard South African government procurement form used to declare fixed prices for purchased goods and materials, ensuring transparent and comparable cost evaluations across bids.
• OHS Act 85 of 1993: South Africa’s primary workplace safety legislation. In this context, it mandates formal registration for entities performing electrical installation and maintenance work to guarantee adherence to national safety standards.
• Wireman’s Licence & Trade Test/Diploma: Legally required South African credentials that certify an individual’s competency to safely design, install, and repair electrical systems. The Wireman’s Licence authorises practical field work, while the Trade Test or Diploma validates theoretical and technical engineering knowledge.