Supply and Installation of Lockout Unit for 11kVA
Job Details
- Job Title: Supply and Installation of Lockout Unit for 11kVA at ARC Bethlehem Branch
- Tender Number: SGI012511RFQ00000009-2
- Client / Employer: Agricultural Research Council (ARC)
- Tender Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Province: Free State
- Project Location: ARC Small Grain Institute
R76 Lindley Road, Blydskapweg, Bethlehem (9700) - Closing Date & Time: Friday, 30 January 2026 – 12:00
- Required CIDB Rating: CIDB Grade 1 EP
Job Purpose
The purpose of this job is to supply and install lockout units for 11kVA incoming power supplies at the ARC Bethlehem Branch. The installation aims to ensure safe, compliant electrical isolation for the campus and glasshouse complex power sources.
Scope of Work
The successful service provider will be responsible for:
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Supplying two (2) lockout units suitable for 11kVA incoming power
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Installing lockout units at:
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The Eskom supply point
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The glasshouse complex
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Executing the work as a turnkey (key-turn) project
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Performing any required structural modifications, including work on wooden poles
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Conducting preliminary site visits before execution
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Managing the project from installation through to completion
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Ensuring strict compliance with health, safety, and site regulations
Technical Requirements
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Lockout units must be:
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Rated for 11kVA
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Suitable for the existing electrical infrastructure
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Electrical work must:
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Be carried out by accredited electricians
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Include proof of Eskom accreditation
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Installation must comply with:
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National electrical standards
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National Treasury General Conditions of Contract
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ARC SCM Code of Conduct
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A minimum 1-year guarantee must be provided on goods and workmanship
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Proper PPE, safety controls, and site supervision are mandatory
Skills & Experience Requirements
The bidder must demonstrate:
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Qualified electrical engineers or technicians accredited to work on 11kVA systems
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Proven experience with:
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Lockout / tagout installations
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Electrical infrastructure projects
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Ability to perform structural and electrical modifications safely
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Strong project management capability
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Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, including:
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Risk assessments
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PPE provision
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Site safety compliance
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Briefing Session (Compulsory)
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Date: Tuesday, 20 January 2026
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Time: 10:00
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Venue:
Agricultural Research Council – Small Grain Institute
R76 Lindley Road, Blydskapweg, Bethlehem
Attendance is compulsory — failure to attend will result in disqualification.
Contract Nature
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Short-term, once-off supply and installation contract
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No employment relationship implied
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Award subject to ARC procurement approval processes