Supply and Installation of Solar Systems for Mokala National Park

34389/MONP/2026-27

See details below or the tender documentation

2026-09-08 14:00

South African National Parks

Electrical Equipment and Supplies, Electrical Services, Solar, Wind, Gas (LPG, Hydrogen) and Other Renewable Energy

Eastern Cape, Northern Cape

South African National Parks

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Mokala National Park

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Enquiries

Bidding Enquiries

  • Contact: Anthea Mouton
  • Email: See Document
  • Telephone: 0543380600

Technical Enquiries

  • Contact: Andries Plaatjies
  • Email: See Document
  • Telephone: 0824949801

How To Apply

Bid Submission

BID DOCUMENT DELIVERY ADDRESS:

See Document (Submissions sent to any other email address will not be considered).

Closing Date

08 September 2026 at 14:00 PM


Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified service provider to supply and install complete solar power systems at Mokala National Park. The initiative aims to establish reliable, sustainable renewable energy infrastructure across designated park facilities while adhering to South African public procurement regulations, environmental conservation mandates, and electrical safety standards.

Scope of Work

The contract encompasses the end-to-end delivery and installation of solar systems for two buildings within Mokala National Park. Key responsibilities include:

  • Procurement and supply of all specified solar hardware, cabling, protection devices, and mounting accessories.
  • Transportation of materials to the remote park location.
  • Physical installation, wiring, commissioning, and testing of the complete system.
  • Provision of logistical support, including accommodation and meals for two technicians over a three-day onsite period.
  • Submission of a mandatory Certificate of Compliance (COC) confirming safe and compliant system operation upon completion.

Technical Requirements

  • Solar Generation: 24 units of 630W Longi Bifacial Solar Panels, configured at eight panels per hybrid inverter across two buildings.
  • Inversion & Storage Management: Hybrid inverters with a minimum 10-year warranty, capable of managing solar input, battery charging/discharging, and AC output.
  • Protection & Distribution: 12-way plastic surface distribution board, Type 2 AC surge protection, DC surge protection (600V/500V), circuit breakers, fuse disconnectors, blade fuses, modular fuse bases, cylindrical fuse links, and green/red status indicators.
  • Cabling & Accessories: 300-meter rolls each of 6mm black and red PV cables, 60-meter rolls each of 35mm red and black battery cables, insulated earth wire, earth spikes, MC4 connector sets, 100x40mm trunking (3m lengths), trunking end caps, and copper lugs.
  • Compliance & Administration: Registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD), valid SARS tax clearance PIN, B-BBEE verification documentation, and submission of all prescribed Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs). Bidders must comply with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and SANParks supply chain management policies.

Skills and Competency Requirements

  • Proven trade qualifications and hands-on experience in designing, supplying, and installing hybrid/off-grid solar photovoltaic systems.
  • Competency in handling high-voltage DC components, bifacial panel mounting techniques, and hybrid inverter programming/configuration.
  • Ability to legally issue and validate a Certificate of Compliance (COC) for solar electrical installations under South African regulations.
  • Project management skills to coordinate remote-site logistics, ensure health and safety compliance, and complete installation within the stipulated three-day window.
  • Familiarity with South African public sector procurement processes, including B-BBEE scoring, tax compliance verification, and preferential procurement frameworks.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

  • SUM Systems: Refers to SANParks' terminology for specialized standalone or micro-grid solar power configurations. These systems operate independently of the municipal grid and require strict adherence to national electrical safety codes, necessitating a formal COC upon completion.
  • Longi Bifacial Solar Panels: Advanced photovoltaic modules engineered to capture sunlight on both their front and rear surfaces. This design significantly increases energy yield, particularly in open, reflective environments like national parks.
  • Hybrid Inverter: A sophisticated power conversion device that integrates solar array input, battery storage management, and AC power output. It enables seamless switching between solar, battery, and grid/mains power while optimizing energy storage and backup resilience.
  • Certificate of Compliance (COC): A statutory document required by South African law, certifying that an electrical installation has been inspected, tested, and deemed safe for operation. Issuance is mandatory before the system can be officially commissioned.
  • Preference Point System (80/20 or 90/10): A procurement scoring model where 80% or 90% of evaluation points are awarded based on price competitiveness, while the remaining 10% or 20% are allocated to specific transformation goals, primarily B-BBEE status and local supplier proximity (within 400km of the park).
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