Tender Opportunity: Panel of Contractors for the Maintenance of Water Treatment Works, Wastewater Works and Pump Stations (As and When Required)
- Tender Number: 3/2/001/2026-27
- Department: Moqhaka Local Municipality
- Tender Type: Open Request for Bid (Open Tender)
- Location: Kroonstad, Free State
- Contract Duration: 3 Years (Panel Appointment)
- CIDB Requirement: Grade 6 ME (Mechanical Engineering Works)
- Closing Date: 7 September 2026 at 12:00
Tender Objective
Moqhaka Local Municipality intends to appoint a panel of up to five contractors to provide maintenance services for water treatment works, wastewater treatment works, and pump stations on an as-and-when-required basis over a three-year period. The aim is to ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of critical municipal water and sanitation infrastructure.
Scope of Work
The appointed contractors will be responsible for:
- Maintenance of water treatment works.
- Maintenance of wastewater treatment works.
- Maintenance of pump stations.
- Mechanical and electrical repairs.
- Supply and installation of replacement parts and equipment.
- Preventive maintenance.
- Fault finding and diagnostics.
- Equipment inspections.
- Emergency maintenance when required.
- Compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and quality management requirements.
Technical Requirements
The contractor must be capable of providing:
Mechanical Services
- Maintenance and repair of water and sewer pumps.
- Mechanical fault diagnosis.
- Pump overhauls.
- Supply and installation of mechanical spares.
Electrical Services
- Electrical fault finding and repairs.
- Rewinding and overhauling electric motors of various sizes.
- Installation of electrical equipment.
- Supply of electrical replacement parts.
Equipment Requirements
Contractors should own or have access to equipment such as:
- Crane trucks
- Maintenance vehicles
- Mechanical repair tools
- Electrical testing equipment
Personnel Requirements
The successful bidder must provide qualified personnel, including:
Contract Manager
- Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr. Tech.).
Fitter and Turner
- Valid Trade Test Certificate.
- Relevant maintenance experience.
Electrician
- Valid Trade Test Certificate.
- Experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
Quality and Compliance Requirements
Contractors must demonstrate:
- An ISO 9001-certified Quality Management System.
- Compliance with occupational health and safety legislation.
- Compliance with environmental regulations.
- Performance monitoring in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Experience Requirements
Bidders should demonstrate:
- Proven experience maintaining water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Experience with similar municipal or industrial projects.
- Mechanical and electrical maintenance expertise.
- Ability to provide technical supervision and project management.
- Sufficient resources and equipment to execute maintenance work.
Panel Appointment
- A maximum of five contractors will be appointed.
- Work will be allocated through a rotational quotation process among panel members.
- The municipality may source quotations outside the panel where necessary, in accordance with its procurement policies.
Compulsory Briefing Session
Attendance is mandatory. Failure to attend will result in automatic disqualification.
- Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2026
- Time: 11:00
- Venue: Allen Rautenbach Hall, Moqhaka Local Municipality, Hill Street, Kroonstad
Evaluation Considerations
Preference will be given to bidders who:
- Are based within the Moqhaka Local Municipality area.
- Have a valid B-BBEE Status Level Certificate or Sworn Affidavit.
- Comply with the municipality’s Preferential Procurement Policy.
Enquiries
Contact Person: Mr. Benjamin Xaba
Telephone: 056 216 9231
Email: benjaminx@moqhaka.gov.za
Delivery Address
Moqhaka Local Municipality
66 Hill Street
Central
Kroonstad
9499