Electrification Projects, Maintenance, 36 Months
Tender Details
- Project Title: Panel of Minimum Three (3) to Maximum Six (6) Electrical Contractors for Electrification Projects, Maintenance, Repairs & Electrical Infrastructure Services (36 Months)
- Tender Number: TS003/2026
- Issuing Municipality: Dihlabeng Local Municipality
- Location: Bethlehem, Free State, South Africa
- Closing Date: 05 May 2026 at 12:00
- Tender Type: Open Tender (Panel Appointment)
Duration: 36 Months (3 Years) - CIDB Requirement: Minimum: 3 EP (Electrical Engineering Works)
Project Objective
To appoint a panel of electrical contractors (3–6 companies) to:
- Deliver electrification projects
- Maintain and repair electrical infrastructure
- Provide services on an as-and-when basis for 3 years
Scope of Work
Electrification Projects
- Installation of:
- Streetlights
- Transformers
- Substations
- Overhead & underground systems
- Household connections
Maintenance & Repairs
- Repair of electrical infrastructure
- Fault finding and restoration
- Upkeep of municipal electrical systems
Supply & Logistics
- Supply and offloading of electrical materials
- Equipment handling and site setup
Project Execution
- Site establishment
- Project management
- Quality control and delivery
Technical Requirements
Contractors must:
- Comply with:
- Occupational Health & Safety Act
- SANS standards
- Municipal regulations
- Provide:
- Health & Safety plan
- Environmental management plan
- Use approved materials and certified equipment
- Ensure proper project execution and timelines
Skills & Experience Required
Technical Capacity
- CIDB 3 EP or higher registration
- Electrical contractor registration (Department of Labour)
- Experience in:
- Street lighting
- Substations
- Electrical distribution systems
Personnel Requirements
- Qualified electricians
- Project managers
- Supervisors
- Safety officers (e.g., SAMTRAC certified)
Operational Skills
- Project planning & scheduling
- Procurement & logistics
- Site management
- Compliance reporting
Compliance Requirements
- OHS Act compliance
- Safety documentation
- Environmental management
- Certified equipment & materials
- Safety data sheets where applicable
Ideal Contractor Profile
A company that:
- Is CIDB 3 EP or higher
- Has strong electrical infrastructure experience
- Can handle municipal electrification projects
- Has proper safety systems and qualified staff
- Can work on a long-term panel contract (3 years)
Important Notes
- This is a panel tender (not single award)
- Multiple contractors will be appointed (3–6)
- Work will be allocated as needed over 36 months
- Strong focus on:
- Safety
- Compliance
- Technical capability


