Wednesday, April 15

    Removal of Illegal Electricity Connections (3 Years – As & When Required)

    • Tender No: NLM: TEC 04 [02/2026]

    • Issued By: Ngwathe Local Municipality

    • Location: Parys, Free State

    • Tender Type: Open Tender (Request for Bid)

    • Contract Period: 3 Years (As and When Required)

    • Closing Date: 24 March 2026 at 12:00

     Compulsory Briefing Session

    • Date: 27 February 2026

    • Time: 10:00

    • Venue: Ngwathe Local Municipality

    • Attendance: Mandatory

     Objective

    To appoint a qualified service provider to identify, disconnect, and remove illegal electricity connections, ensuring public safety, infrastructure protection, regulatory compliance, and revenue protection.

     Scope of Work

    The appointed service provider will:

     Inspection & Investigation

    • Conduct routine inspections across municipal areas

    • Investigate reported illegal connections

    • Use electrical testing equipment to confirm unauthorized supply

    • Gather photographic/video evidence

     Disconnection & Removal

    • Safely disconnect and remove illegal wiring

    • Insulate exposed wires where access is restricted

    • Remove wiring up to boundary of illegal area

    • Restore or replace damaged metering/infrastructure

    • Prevent recurrence through monitoring

     Enforcement & Security Coordination

    • Work with SAPS for arrests (as instructed)

    • Provide on-site security personnel

    • Conduct risk assessments before operations

    • Manage high-risk situations professionally

     Reporting & Compliance

    • Maintain detailed logs of each operation

    • Submit progress and incident reports

    • Provide evidence documentation

    • Ensure environmental compliance in waste disposal

    • Respond to emergency call-outs

     Technical Requirements

    Bidders must provide:

    • Qualified electricians (Trade Test / Red Seal)

    • Electrical testing tools and safety equipment

    • Off-road capable vehicles

    • Public and operational risk management protocols

    • Compliance with:

      • Electricity Regulation Act

      • Occupational Health and Safety Act

    • PSIRA-registered security personnel

    • Firearm licenses (where applicable)

    • Proper insurance coverage

    Personnel & Skills Requirements

     Electrical Team

    • 1 Electrical Supervisor

      • Red Seal Trade Test

      • Minimum 3 years’ experience

      • CV required

    • Minimum 3 Artisan Assistants

      • At least 3 years’ electrical experience

      • CVs required

     Security Team

    • 1 Security Supervisor

      • PSIRA Grade A

      • 3 years’ supervisory experience

    • Security Guards

      • PSIRA Grades E, D, C

      • 3 years’ experience

    • Experience in:

      • Evidence gathering

      • Investigation

      • Court testimony (if required)

     Key personnel must be replaced with equally qualified staff if changed during contract.

     Enquiries

    Tender documents are also available on the official South African eTenders portal.

     Critical Compliance Checklist

    •  Attend compulsory briefing
    •  Attach CVs of all key personnel
    •  Provide PSIRA registration certificates
    •  Provide Trade Test / Red Seal certificates
    •  Submit proof of vehicles and equipment
    •  Provide risk & safety plan
    •  Include insurance documentation
    •  Demonstrate municipal reference experience

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