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
Contact Person: Me Patricia Morokolo
Telephone: 056-816-2700
Email: morokolom@ngwathe.co.za
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