Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure services for the replacement of cubicles around the Richards Bay North section. The service provider is expected to carry out the complete replacement process, ensuring safety, compliance, and proper functioning of electrical cubicles in the specified area.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Taking pre-work photographs of the cubicles to be replaced.
• Switching off power and testing cables to confirm they are dead.
• Removing existing cubicles and verifying meter markings and cables.
• Connecting cables to new cubicles, ensuring no loose connections.
• Ensuring cables are of adequate length; making joints if necessary.
• Measuring earth resistance post-connection in accordance with regulations.
• Cleaning the work area after completion.
• Checking circuit breakers and replacing faulty ones.
• Ensuring all neutrals are tightly connected.
• Taking voltage readings between live and neutral, phase-to-phase.
• Providing a spreadsheet with all readings and resistance tests after completion.
• Returning scrap cubicles to the workshop.

The service provider must also ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including registration with relevant authorities and providing necessary documentation such as a Letter of Good Standing and registration with the Central Suppliers Database (CSD).

Technical Requirements

• Replacement of 30 cubicles in the North section of Richards Bay.
• All work must be performed by a registered electrical contractor with CIDB grade 1EP or above.
• Work must adhere to HV regulations and safety standards.
• All alterations must be signed off by the bidder, confirming that changes were made by the bidder.
• Proper testing and verification of earth resistance, voltage, and circuit integrity are mandatory.
• All scrap materials must be taken to the workshop.

Skills Requirements

• Qualified electrical contractors registered with the Department of Labour.
• Experience in electrical cubicle replacement and maintenance.
• Ability to perform earth resistance testing and voltage measurements.
• Competence in handling high voltage electrical systems in compliance with safety standards.
• Capability to document and report test results accurately.
• Proficiency in adhering to statutory and safety regulations related to electrical work.