George municipality is inviting tenders from qualified electrical contractors for the execution of capital projects on an as-and-when-required basis from appointment until 30 june 2029. The tender is open to cidb-registered bidders with a grading of 2EP/3EP/4EP or higher who meet strict eligibility criteria, including a qualified site supervisor with orhvs certification. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 27 july 2026, and tenders close on 20 august 2026.
Key Requirements
Compulsory briefing session on 27 July 2026 at 11:30 in the Banquet Hall, York Street, George; non-attendance disqualifies your tender.
Submit tenders in a sealed envelope marked 'Tender No.: GMT014/24-25' to the tender box at George Municipality, Fifth Floor, Civic Centre, 71 York Street, George, by 12:00 on 20 August 2026. Late or unmarked tenders will not be considered.
Must be registered with CIDB with a contractor grading designation of 2EP/3EP/4EP or higher, and tender within your threshold.
Site Supervisor must be a Qualified Electrician/Linesman with valid ORHVS certification and minimum 5 years relevant experience; submit ID, qualification, CV, and ORHVS certificate.
Must be registered with the Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) as an Electrical Contractor, with valid registration throughout the contract; submit proof.
Submit a TCS PIN for tax compliance with the tender document; successful bidder must register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Tender for the appointment of contractors for the execution of capital projects, as and when required from date of appointment until 30 june 2029.
Briefing SessionCompulsory
Date & Time
Thursday, 20 August 2026 - 11:00
Venue
Banquet Hall ,George Municipality, George ,6529
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Requirements & Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
Bidders must be registered with the CIDB and IT is estimated that bidders should have a CIDB contractor grading designation of 2EP/3EP/4EP or higher. Tenders to note to tender within their threshold.
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Important Dates
16 Jul
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
20 Aug
2026
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Closing Date
Tender closing date
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The George Municipality is appointing contractors for capital projects on an as-needed basis until June 2029. The tender requires CIDB registration, attendance at a compulsory briefing, and strict submission procedures. Evaluation occurs in three phases: eligibility, functionality (minimum 90/120 points), and price/B-BBEE scoring.
The George Municipality is appointing a panel of contractors for electrical reticulation works in informal settlements on an 'as-and-when-required' basis from appointment until June 30, 2029. The tender seeks to establish a panel of up to 5 contractors who will be ranked and may be invited to quote for work packages. The evaluation is a three-phase process focusing on eligibility, functionality, and price/B-BBEE status.
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Important Dates
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
Compulsory Briefing/Site Visit: Monday, 27 July 2026 at 11:30. Venue: Banquet Hall, Civic Centre, York Street, George. Non-attendance disqualifies the tender.
Tender Closing: Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 12:00.
Tender Opening: Same day at 12:05 in the Committee Room, Fifth Floor.
Request for Clarification Deadline: At least 5 working days before closing time.
Contact Information
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
For general enquiries: Mr R. Esterhuysen / Mr D Greeff at (044) 801 9222 / (044) 874 3917 or email [email protected] / [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
Submit completed tender in a sealed envelope clearly marked with Tender No. GMT014/24-25.
Place in the tender box at George Municipality, Fifth Floor, Supply Chain Management Unit, Civic Centre, 71 York Street, George.
Deadline: Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 12:00. Tenders will not be accepted after 12:00.
No fax or email submissions allowed. Only hard-copy documents accepted.
The complete tender document (all parts) must be returned as an original, with no copies required.
Ensure all returnable schedules listed in Part T2.1 are fully completed and submitted. This includes forms for general information, authority to sign, schedules of work, key personnel, infrastructure, methodology, subcontractors, and municipal bidding documents (MBD 1, 4, 5, 6.1, 8, 9, 15).
Include a TCS PIN for tax compliance.
Late, unmarked, or incomplete submissions will be disqualified.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
Phase 1 – Eligibility: Must meet all mandatory criteria: CIDB registration in EP class (2EP/3EP/4EP or higher), Site Supervisor who is a Qualified Electrician/Linesman with valid ORHVS certification and minimum 5 years relevant experience, and registration with Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) as an Electrical Contractor. Failure to meet any of these results in non-responsiveness.
Phase 2 – Functionality: Minimum score of 90 out of 120 points required to proceed. Scoring breakdown: Experience and completion of similar projects (60 points), Plant & Equipment allocated/reserved (40 points), Key Staff & Personnel allocated/reserved (20 points).
Phase 3 – Price and preferences: 80 points for price, 20 points for B-BBEE status and specific goals, per PPPFA Regulations 2022 and George Municipality's Preferential Procurement Policy.
Additional acceptance criteria: Must not be listed on Register of Tender Defaulters, must be tax compliant, must be registered on Central Supplier Database, must not be in arrears with municipal rates/taxes for more than 30 days, must submit certified ID copies of directors/owners/shareholders, and must have no conflicts of interest.
Technical Specifications
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
Scope: Appointment to a panel of contractors for execution of electrical reticulation works within informal settlement areas in George Municipality, on an 'as-and-when required' basis until 30 June 2029.
A maximum of five contractors may be appointed to the panel. Work allocated via work packages; no guarantee of work.
Key Personnel Requirement: Must provide a Site Supervisor who is a Qualified Electrician/Linesman with valid ORHVS certification and 5 years experience. This person can be contracted as needed, but details must be submitted with the tender.
Plant, Equipment, and Staff: Must allocate resources as per functionality scoring.
Standards: Works to be executed per CIDB Standard for Uniformity in Engineering and Construction Works Contracts (August 2019).
Work will be allocated through RFQs from the panel; the Employer reserves the right to not invite a contractor to quote if performance is unsatisfactory.
Financial Requirements
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
Pricing: Rates and prices must be fixed for the contract duration, subject to adjustments per contract conditions.
Include all duties and taxes (except VAT) in rates. Show VAT separately.
Prices in Rand.
No performance guarantees or bonds are applicable.
Tender offer validity period is 84 days.
Tender documents available at non-refundable deposit of R309.35 each from SCM Unit, or free from website www.george.gov.za.
Compliance Requirements
Source: GMT014_24_25 Full Bid Document.pdf (TENDER)
Mandatory Registrations: CIDB registration (2EP/3EP/4EP or higher). Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) registration as an Electrical Contractor.
Tax Compliance: Submit a TCS PIN (tax compliance status pin) from SARS.
B-BBEE: Submit a valid original B-BBEE certificate or valid certified copy. Points claimed for B-BBEE status and locality.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Successful bidder must register on CSD.
Other: Must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters; must be in good standing with Compensation Fund; must not be in arrears for municipal rates/taxes over 30 days; submit certified copies of directors/owners ID documents.
Joint Ventures: Must include a Joint Venture Agreement or letter of intent to form a JV, and all members must be CIDB registered.
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Description
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf
Appointment of contractors for execution of capital projects.
Services required as and when needed from appointment until 30 June 2029.
Important Dates
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
Closing date and time: Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 12:00.
Compulsory briefing session: Monday, 27 July 2026 at 11:30, Banquet Hall, York Street, George. Non-attendance disqualifies the tender.
Contact Information
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
Contact persons: Mr R. Esterhuysen and Mr D Greeff.
Submission address: George Municipality, Supply Chain Management Unit, Fifth Floor, Civic Centre, 71 York Street, George.
Submission Guidelines
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
Submit completed tender in a sealed envelope clearly marked with Tender No.: GMT014/24-25.
Place in the tender box at George Municipality, Fifth Floor, Supply Chain Management Unit, Civic Centre, 71 York Street, George.
Deadline: Thursday, 20 August 2026 by 12:00. Tenders placed after 12:00 will not be accepted.
Tenders will be opened on the same day at 12:05 in the Committee Room, Fifth Floor.
Late or unmarked tenders will not be considered.
No submissions via fax or email are accepted.
Required returnables: TCS PIN for tax compliance information must be submitted with the tender document.
Tender documents are available for a non-refundable deposit of R309.35 from the Supply Chain Management Unit, or free on the George Municipality website: www.george.gov.za.
Municipality reserves right to withdraw, readvertise, reject any tender, or accept part of it.
Not bound to accept lowest or any tender.
An alternative tenderer may be appointed.
Returnable Documents
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
Tender submission: Completed tender in sealed envelope marked with Tender No. GMT014/24-25, placed in tender box by 12:00 on 20 August 2026.
Late or unmarked tenders not considered.
TCS PIN for tax compliance must be submitted with tender document.
Tender documents available for deposit of R309.35 from Supply Chain Management Unit or free from www.george.gov.za.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
Phase 1 – Eligibility Criteria:
Site Supervisor must be a Qualified Electrician/Linesman with valid ORHVS certification and minimum 5 years relevant experience. Submit ID, qualification, CV, and valid ORHVS certificate. Failure to meet this disqualifies the tender.
Bidder must be registered with the Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) as an Electrical Contractor. Registration must remain valid throughout the contract. Submit valid proof.
Phase 2 – Functionality:
Minimum score of 90 out of 120 points required to proceed to Phase 3.
Phase 3 – Price, B-BBEE Status and Specific Goals:
80 points for price, 20 points for B-BBEE status and specific goals.
Evaluated per Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act Regulations 2022 and George Municipality's Supply Chain Management and Preferential Procurement Policies.
Technical Specifications
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
Scope: Appointment of contractors for execution of capital projects, as and when required, from date of appointment until 30 June 2029.
Key personnel requirement: Site Supervisor must be a Qualified Electrician/Linesman with valid ORHVS certification and minimum 5 years relevant experience. Submit ID, qualification, CV, and valid ORHVS certificate.
Registration: Bidder must be registered with the Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) as an Electrical Contractor, with valid registration throughout contract duration. Submit proof.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf
Site Supervisor: Must be a Qualified Electrician/Linesman with valid ORHVS certification and minimum 5 years relevant experience. Submit ID, qualification, CV, and valid ORHVS certificate. Absence disqualifies tender.
Bidder registration: Must be registered with Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) as an Electrical Contractor. Submit valid proof; registration must remain valid for contract duration.
Compliance Requirements
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
CIDB registration required. Estimated CIDB contractor grading designation of 2EP/3EP/4EP or higher. Tender within your threshold.
Tax compliance: Submit a TCS PIN with the tender document.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Successful bidder must register on CSD.
B-BBEE: Evaluation includes B-BBEE status and specific goals (20 points in Phase 3).
Department of Employment and Labour registration as an Electrical Contractor is mandatory.
Requirements
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf (TENDER)
CIDB contractor grading designation of 2EP/3EP/4EP or higher required. Tender within your threshold.
Section
Source: GMT014 24 25 Advert.pdf
Phase 2: Functionality – Minimum score of 90 out of 120 points required to proceed.
Phase 3: Price, B-BBEE Status and Specific Goals – 80 points for price, 20 points for B-BBEE status and specific goals, per Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act Regulations 2022 and municipal policies.
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Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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