Electrical Materials Advert

NKA/Q009/09/2026

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2026-09-28 12:00

Nkandla Local Municipality

Cable Trunking, Ducting and Conduits, Electrical Cable Supplies, Installation and Maintenance, Electrical Equipment and Supplies, LED Lights, Luminaires, Security Lights and other Lighting Supplies

KwaZulu-Natal, Nkandla

Nkandla Local Municipality

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Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a compliant and capable service provider to supply and deliver a comprehensive range of electrical materials to the Technical Services Department of Nkandla Municipality. The municipality aims to secure reliable vendors who can ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of quality electrical components to support routine maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and operational needs.

Scope

The scope covers the end-to-end supply, packaging, and delivery of various electrical goods and tools to the municipality’s designated site. This includes high-voltage components, lighting systems, circuit protection devices, cable joints, distribution equipment, power tools, and installation accessories. The successful bidder will be required to execute a written contract (MBD7) and adhere to municipal delivery timelines. No installation or labor services are included; the contract is strictly for material supply and delivery.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must provide exact quantities as specified, ensuring all products meet recognized industry safety and performance standards. Key technical categories include:

  • High-Voltage Components: HV dropout fuse tubes and 20A fuse links.
  • Lighting Solutions: Festoon light kits, fluorescent LED tubes (22W and 18W), LED waterproof T8 fittings, 50W/100W floodlights, 7W classic bulbs, tripod work lights, and rechargeable night searchers.
  • Connectors & Protection Gear: IPC connectors (70-95mm²), LV cable joints (16mm), ELCB polarity testers, twist-lock photocells, day/night switches, PG clamps, Airdec strain clamps, and ABC insulated neutral clamps.
  • Distribution Equipment: DMB-A3 meter boxes, four-way LV split meter pole boxes, 12-way surface distribution boxes, and circuit breakers (80A, 100A, 200A, 250A).
  • Cables & Accessories: Insulated Micspan joints (35mm² and 70mm² sets), PVC trunking (16x16mm), and 500m ABC cable drums.
  • Tools & Safety Equipment: Fibreglass extension ladders (medium and heavy duty), telescopic hot sticks (12m), HellermannTyton clamp meters, cable knives with blades, chain blocks, bolt cutters, and steel extension reels (30m).

All items must be brand new, free from defects, and accompanied by manufacturer specifications or compliance certificates where applicable.

Skills Requirements

No formal trade licenses or electrical contractor registrations are explicitly required, as the tender is strictly for material supply. However, bidders must demonstrate proven operational capacity in sourcing, warehousing, and logistics management for specialized electrical goods. Suppliers should possess financial stability, reliable transport arrangements, and experience handling sensitive or hazardous electrical components. Familiarity with municipal supply chain protocols and the ability to meet strict delivery deadlines are essential for successful contract execution.

Key Terms & Compliance Framework

80/20 Preferential Points System: Evaluation awards 80 points for competitive pricing and 20 points for socio-economic development goals. Points for specific goals are allocated based on whether the business operates within Nkandla Municipality, King Cetshwayo District, or KwaZulu-Natal Province.

MBD Declarations: Mandatory municipal bidding forms that cover tax compliance (MBD1), conflict of interest and state employee disclosures (MBD4), preference point claims (MBD6.1), past supply chain misconduct (MBD8), and independent bid determination to prevent collusive practices (MBD9).

CSD Registration: Suppliers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database, a national government repository used to verify vendor legitimacy, tax status, and compliance history.

State Employee Restriction: In accordance with Municipal Supply Chain Regulations, bids will be automatically disqualified if submitted by current state employees or companies where directors, managers, principal shareholders, or stakeholders hold such positions.

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

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