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


