Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to solicit quotations for the supply of Medium Voltage (MV) breakdown services, including cable joints, terminations, cable installation, and pole replacement, to be executed during emergency outages or breakdowns within specified areas. The aim is to ensure prompt and effective repair and maintenance of MV infrastructure to minimize service disruptions.

Scope

The scope of work encompasses:

• Exposing and repairing faulty cables, which may be more than 3 meters deep in water, sandy, or hard soil conditions.
• Terminating cables on RMU, Minisub, or 11kV boards.
• Inserting new cable segments as required.
• Pressure testing cables before and after making joints.
• Refilling excavated areas and ensuring quality of work through insulation and pressure tests.
• Ensuring area tidiness post-completion.
• Guaranteeing cable joints and terminations for a minimum period of 6 months.
• Executing pole replacements, including transfer of existing services and collection from SCM.

The services are to be provided within the Retic South Section, covering Esikhaleni, Meerensee, and Vulindlela, on an as-needed basis during emergency outages.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for the service providers include:

• Experience in similar MV cable jointing, termination, and pole replacement projects, with at least three completed projects demonstrating capability.
• Provision of signed commitment within 6 hours of call-out request; responses beyond 6 hours will be considered unsatisfactory.
• Compliance with relevant standards and regulations, including:
• CIDB – EP1 or above registration
• High Voltage Regulations Certificate
• Letter of Good Standing for electrical works
• Registration with the Department of Labour as an Electrical Contractor
• Submission of all necessary documentation, including CSD registration, tax compliance certificates, and proof of good standing.
• Adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards, including proper excavation, cable handling, and testing procedures.
• Guarantee of work quality with a minimum of 6 months warranty on cable joints and terminations.
• Pricing to be fixed and inclusive of all costs, with no price increases accepted after submission unless explicitly agreed upon.