Umlalazi municipality invites bids for a 36-month panel contract to disconnect illegal electrical connections and meter bypasses across its jurisdiction, including eshowe and surrounding wards. The tender targets qualified service providers with CIDB 2ep grading to ensure safe, compliant, and documented disconnections while maintaining legal power supply integrity.
Key Requirements
Minimum CIDB grading of 2EP is mandatory for eligibility. - Attend compulsory briefing session on 2 July 2026 at 10:00 in Eshowe; late submissions or non-attendance disqualify bids. - Submit all returnable documents, including Tax Clearance Certificate, CSD registration, company registration, ID copies of directors, Rates Clearance Certificate, Workmen’s Compensation proof, and Electrical Trade Test certificate. - Provide armed security services via a PSIRA-registered subcontractor with licensed firearms during all operations. - Employ qualified electricians with valid trade test certificates and maintain 24/7 availability for emergencies (12-hour response time). - Tender price must be unconditional; no upward amendments allowed post-submission. - Performance security of 10% of contract value required within 30 days of award.
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Important Dates
19 Jun
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
13 Jul
2026
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Closing Date
Tender closing date
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APPOINTING OF PANEL DISCONNECTION OF ELECTRICAL ILLEGAL CONNECTIONS FOR THE PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS 18 JUNE 2026 (15).pdf
uMlalazi Municipality invites tenders for a three-year contract to appoint a panel for the disconnection of illegal electrical connections and meter bypasses. The contract involves addressing approximately 1,000 cases, with work to be carried out in specified wards and areas. The tender closes on 13 July 2026, and a compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 02 July 2026. The evaluation will be based on functionality (60 points) and price (40 points), with specific criteria for experience, key personnel, and methodology.
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This tender is for the appointment of a panel to disconnect illegal electrical connections and meter bypasses across uMlalazi Municipality.
The contract duration is three years (36 months).
The scope involves disconnecting approximately 1,000 illegal connections, ensuring legal supply is unaffected, and providing security during operations.
Important Dates
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Tender closing: 13 July 2026 at 12:00.
Compulsory briefing session: 2 July 2026 at 10:00 at KV Challenor Street, Eshowe.
Tender document purchase period: 12 June 2026 to 1 July 2026, Monday–Friday, 08:30–14:30 at Municipal offices, Financial Services Revenue Section, Hutchinson Street, Eshowe.
Last day for EFT payment for document purchase: 1 July 2026 by 16:00.
Mandatory objection period: 14 days after award decision for appeals.
Briefing Session
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Compulsory briefing session on 2 July 2026 at 10:00 at KV Challenor Street, Eshowe.
Only 15 minutes leniency allowed; late arrivals may be prohibited from further participation.
Contact Information
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Preferential procurement: An 80/20-point system applies per MBD 6.1 during project appointment stage. Submit the Preference Points Claim Form and supporting documents.
Compliance: Tenders evaluated based on returnable documents and functionality.
Disqualification risks: Late submissions, non-attendance at compulsory briefing, incomplete documentation, canvassing, or outstanding municipal rates/service charges (arrears > 3 months).
Technical Specifications
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Scope: Disconnection of illegal electrical connections and meter bypass for approximately 1,000 sites across uMlalazi Municipality.
Key tasks: Disconnect illegal connections without affecting legal supply; check meter functionality and seals; remove all power sources; confiscate materials to municipal storage; provide electricians; maintain daily records.
Security requirement: Provide armed security services during operations via a PSIRA-registered subcontractor. Submit a methodology paper for security subcontracting.
Project sites include KDS Ward 12, Eshowe Town and Industrial area (Wards 11, 28 & 07), and Eshowe Farms.
Response times: Attend to disconnection requests within 12 hours; weekend tasks within 3 hours as arranged.
Personnel: Employ qualified electricians with trade test certificates and armed guards with PSIRA registration and licensed firearms.
Contract duration: 36 months.
Monitoring: Submit progress reports as supporting documents for invoices; attend contract administration meetings at your cost.
Experience & Qualifications
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Minimum CIDB grading 2EP required.
Key personnel must have relevant expertise and competencies; they must remain unchanged for the contract duration.
Employ qualified electricians with trade test certificates and experienced personnel.
Unqualified personnel may only assist qualified personnel.
Skills transfer to municipal officials may be required during project execution.
Quality Management
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Submit a methodology paper for security subcontracting as part of quality requirements.
Maintain all quality standards presented in your bid throughout the contract.
The municipality may inspect service provider premises and conduct quality control tests.
Submit progress reports and performance reports as required.
All formal approvals and plans must be submitted in hardcopy format.
Pricing Schedule
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Complete the pricing schedule fully with clear, transparent pricing inclusive of all costs.
Failure to complete may result in non-responsive quotation.
Prices are unconditional; the municipality may negotiate with the lowest acceptable bid.
Non-VAT vendors will be treated accordingly.
The contract is re-measurement based; actual work will be measured for payment.
Purchase orders will be issued as needed; no work without an official purchase order.
Financial Requirements
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Pricing: Submit a fully completed pricing schedule with all costs included. Incomplete schedules may render your quotation non-responsive.
Prices must be unconditional. The municipality reserves the right to negotiate with the lowest acceptable bid.
VAT: Non-VAT registered vendors will be treated accordingly.
Payment terms: Submit valid tax invoices by the last day of each month. Payment is made within 30 days after invoice date, subject to submission of supporting documents (monthly reports, job cards, timesheets).
No payment for work outside the contract or without approved variation orders.
Performance security: Provide a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract value within 30 days of award.
Penalties may be applied for delays, and contract termination may occur for gross breach of timeframes.
Compliance Requirements
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CIDB grading: Minimum 2EP required.
Tax compliance: Submit a valid original Tax Clearance Certificate valid at tender closing.
Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration is compulsory. Provide proof.
Company registration: Submit certificates for company/CC/partnership/JV and certified ID copies of all directors/members.
B-BBEE: Preferential procurement points apply as per MBD 6.1. Submit the Preference Points Claim Form and supporting documents.
Other compulsory documents: Rates Clearance Certificate, Proof of Workmen’s Compensation registration, Electrical Trade Test certificate (red seal or QCTO approved).
Joint ventures must include a Joint Venture Agreement and Power of Attorney.
Declaration of Interest, past SCM practices, and Independent Bid Determination certificates are required.
For tenders above R10 million: Audited Annual Financial Statements and MBD5 Declaration.
Health and safety: Adhere to OHSA; submit Agreement in terms of Section 37(2) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
B-BBEE Requirements
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Preferential procurement points apply as per uMlalazi SCM policy (MBD 6.1).
An 80/20 scoring system will be used during project appointment stage.
Submit the Preference Points Claim Form and supporting documents for specific goals.
Health & Safety
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Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requirements.
Submit the Agreement in terms of Section 37(2) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act as a returnable document.
Provide a safe working environment for employees during disconnection operations.
Contractual Terms
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Contract duration: 36 months.
The municipality may sign a Service Level Agreement with the successful bidder.
Key personnel must remain unchanged unless written approval is obtained.
Performance security: 10% of contract value required within 30 days of award.
Insurance: Full insurance for goods/services as per project specification.
Confidentiality: Do not disclose contract details without prior written consent.
Termination: The municipality may reject bids if municipal rates are in arrears for over 3 months, or if there was unsatisfactory performance on a previous contract within the last 5 years.
Force majeure provisions apply.
Special Conditions
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Late, emailed, or altered tenders not accepted.
Canvassing leads to disqualification.
The municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest bid.
No upward price amendments after submission.
The municipality is not liable for bid preparation costs.
A 14-day objection period applies after award decision.
Requirements
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Minimum CIDB grading 2EP required.
Tenders must be hand-delivered to the Tender Box at KV Challenor Street, Eshowe, by 12:00 on 13 July 2026.
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