How will bids be evaluated?

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What are the technical specifications?

Supply and delivery of electrical distribution and installation materials as per the Bill of Quantities. Key categories include: - Tapes: PVC (No. 33 in black, blue, red, white; No. 22 black), rubber tape (6.6KV/mm dielectric), Empire Cloth, Denso Tape. - Solder: 50% tin (Gr.S6), 34-36% tin (Gr.S7), aluminium solder, aluminium flux. - Insulators: Long rod (shackle type), disc, pin, shackle, porcelain, galvanised pins. - Conductors: 7-strand and 3-strand galvanised steel (4mm), ACSR (Gopher, Mink, Dog). - Fuses: LV HRC (2A–400A), DIN blade (160A–400A), flying fuses (5A–15A, 50A–80A), 11kV expulsion fuses, statter fuses (11kV–12kV). - Hardware: Cross arms, braces, top brackets, pole-mounted transformer accessories, aerial bundle conductor fittings, pre-insulated joints/lugs, insulation piercing connectors, split bolt connectors, bi-metal parallel groove connectors, dead ends, clevis fittings, overhead line steelwork, formed wire products, guy grips, pole top make-offs, eyebolt assemblies, coach screws, automatic line splices. - Cable accessories: Galvanised cable trays, steel securing straps/buckles, cable glands (metal/PVC for LV PVC cables), standard end connectors, LV PVC end caps, indented crimping ferrules, crimping lugs (bi-metallic), torque shear ferrules/lugs. - Heat shrink products: Joint kits (3-core/single-core for 11kV/33kV PILC/XLPE), termination kits (indoor/outdoor for 11kV/33kV), LV break-out boots, LV heat shrink tubing (20mm–25mm diameters in red, white, blue, black). - Medium voltage accessories: Heat shrink joint/termination kits for 11kV/33kV, flexible/straight bushing insulation boots, torque shearing ferrules/lugs (bi-metallic). - Miscellaneous: Earth rods/accessories, hacksaw blades, PVC trench covers, conductive cement, orange barricading netting, Eskom fall arrest kits, work positioning belts, electrician’s insulated safety gloves (sizes 6–11), cable ties, eye nuts, hex bolts/nuts, screws, washers, wall plugs, polysaddles, galvanised saddles, flexible HDPE cable conduit, sheath voltage limiters (11kV/33kV), transformer grade cork gaskets (1.5mm–3.0mm thickness). All items must meet the specified dimensions, quantities, and annual requirements as listed in the Bill of Quantities.

What are the important dates and deadlines for this tender?

Closing time: 23h00 on the closing date.

Msunduzi Municipality Electrical Materials Tender KwaZulu-Natal

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Description

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Scope: Supply and delivery of electrical distribution and installation materials.
Technical contact: Poovan Naidoo (Electricity Supply Services), Email: [email protected], Tel: 076 481 8418.
All items must be SABS approved or equivalent.
Detailed specifications cover:
Insulation and waterproofing materials (tapes, empire cloth).
Solders (types S6, S7, aluminium) with specific standards.
11000V and 1000V insulators and accessories.
Low voltage fuses, carriers, and accessories (e.g., Bussmann).
11000V fuses, links, surge arrestors.
Galvanized cross arms, braces, top brackets for poles.
LV aerial bundle conductor fittings.

Important Dates

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Closing date: 28 July 2026.
Closing time: 12h00.
Tender documents available from 14h00 on Thursday, 25 June 2026.
Tender validity period: Four (4) months from closing date.
No compulsory briefing or site inspection mentioned; check tender submission checklist for optional attendance.

Contact Information

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Technical enquiries: Poovan Naidoo (Electricity Department), Tel: 076 481 8418, Email: [email protected].
Procurement enquiries: Vuyani Msimang (Supply Chain Management Sub-Unit), Tel: 033–392 2807, Email: [email protected].
Submission address: Tender Box at Msunduzi Municipality’s Central Stores, 2 Abattoir Road (off Kershaw Street), Pietermaritzburg, 3201.
Document collection: Supply Chain Management Unit Offices, 5th Floor, A S Chetty Centre, 333 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg.

Submission Guidelines

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Submit both hard copy and soft copy on a USB flash drive.
Place sealed envelope in the Tender Box at Msunduzi Municipality’s Central Stores, 2 Abattoir Road (off Kershaw Street), Pietermaritzburg, 3201 (coordinates -29.6126297; 30.3610014).
Mark envelope with “Contract No. E” and contract description.
Deadline: 12h00 on Tuesday, 28 July 2026. Only tenders placed in the Tender Box accepted.
Tender documents must be completed by hand or typed, originally signed with pen, and submitted in full.
Failure to comply with submission format may result in disqualification.
Use courier at your own risk; municipality not liable for late or misdirected deliveries.
Returnable documents include completed Tender Form, all required declarations, Tax Compliance Status Verification Pin, CSD Supplier Number and Unique Registration Reference Number.

Evaluation Criteria

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Mandatory

Registered on **Central Supplier Database (CSD)** (since 01 April 2016).
**Tax-compliant** (valid SARS Pin).
No **municipal fee arrears** (or payment arrangements in place).
Not a **state employee, director/shareholder of a state employee, or Council advisor/consultant**.
Compliance with **BEE requirements** (for preference points).

Preferential

≥51% **Black Ownership/Management** (10 points).
≥51% **Women Ownership/Management** (5 points).
Enterprise **located in Msunduzi Municipality** (5 points).

Technical Specifications

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Scope: Supply and delivery of electrical distribution and installation materials.
All items must be SABS approved or conform to equivalent standards.
Detailed specifications provided for:
Insulation and waterproofing tapes, empire cloth.
Solders (high quality, plumbers, aluminium) with required tin content.
11000V and 1000V insulators and accessories with specific SABS/BS standards.
Low voltage fuses, carriers, and accessories (e.g., Bussmann or equivalent).
11000V fuses, links, and accessories including surge arrestors.
Galvanized cross arms, braces, top brackets for wooden poles.
LV aerial bundle conductor fittings and accessories.
Samples required for certain items; test certificates may be required.
Materials must be hot-dipped galvanised where specified.

Experience & Qualifications

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Contractors must comply with Basic Conditions of Employment Act for employee terms.
Register and comply with Income Tax Act and VAT Act (if turnover exceeds R150,000).
Engineering Profession Act applies if work reserved for professional engineers; submit certificates and engineer details if applicable.

Quality Management

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Materials and workmanship must meet specifications and be subject to testing by the Engineer.
Contractor must provide assistance for testing as required.
Standards referenced: ASTM, BS, BSCP, SABS, SMTM.
Samples may be required; inferior materials will be rejected.

Pricing Schedule

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Pricing irregularities may lead to tender rejection.
Tender Form prices prevail over covering letters or other schedules.
Price escalation allowed if linked to specified price index; base index is July 2026.
Forward exchange cover required for imported goods; indicate exchange rates in Annexure A.

Financial Requirements

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Payment terms: Payment within 30 days after Engineer’s certificate, by cheque only; no cash.
For invoices over R3,000 excluding VAT, quote Council’s VAT Registration No. 4600107835.
Prices must include VAT regardless of vendor’s VAT status.
Price escalation allowed if linked to a specified price index; base index is July 2026.
Forward exchange cover required for imported goods; indicate exchange rates if applicable.
Discounts for early payment may be considered in evaluation.

Compliance Requirements

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf (TENDER)

Valid Tax Compliance Status Verification Pin from SARS required.
Registration on Central Supplier Database (CSD) mandatory; provide CSD Supplier Number and Unique Registration Reference Number.
B-BBEE: Preference points for Black Owned Enterprise (10 points) and Women Ownership (5 points).
Joint ventures/consortiums must submit Tax Pins, CSD reports, and signed declarations for all parties.
Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act required; complete Annexure B.
Declaration of Interest, Bidder’s Past SCM Practices, and Certificate of Independent Bid Determination forms required.
Municipal fees must be in order; declare account numbers.

Health & Safety

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) required.
Contractor must keep incident records, investigate incidents, and have safety committee review.
Notify inspector of work details before commencement.
Register as employer under Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COID Act) and pay assessments.
Labour Relations Act and Basic Conditions of Employment Act compliance required.
Health and safety annexure (Annexure B) must be completed.

Contractual Terms

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Import permits and currency are bidder’s responsibility; municipality may provide supporting statement.
CSD registration mandatory; verify supplier’s tax status electronically.
Prices include all costs (materials, labour, freight, insurance, etc.) unless stated otherwise.
Prices deemed VAT inclusive regardless of vendor status.
Joint ventures must submit Tax Pins, CSD reports, and signed declarations for all parties.
OHS Act compliance required; complete Annexure B.
Subcontracting requires Engineer’s written consent; prime contractor remains liable.
Contract includes Standard Conditions of Tender and Contract, specifications, pricing schedule, and annexures.

Section

Source: Tender Document l E 1 of 2026 l Supply and Delivery of Electrical Distribution and Installation Materials.pdf

Evaluation on 80/20 Preference Point System.
Preference points for Specific Goals: Black Owned Enterprise (10 points), Women Ownership (5 points), Location within municipality (5 points).
Quality and workmanship tests required; samples may be requested.

DocumentBILL OF QUANTITIES - APPENDIX B.pdfReview complete

Core procurement rules

These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)

Act 53 of 2003

high

Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217

Act 108 of 1996 (s217)

high

Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA)

Act 5 of 2000

high

Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)

Act 12 of 2004

high

Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)

Act 28 of 2024

high

Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)

Act 2 of 2000

medium

Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

Act 3 of 2000

medium

Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Sector-specific rules

These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.

Construction Industry Development Board Act (CIDB Act)

Act 38 of 2000

high

Important for public-sector construction and infrastructure tenders that require contractor grading or construction procurement standards.

Relevant because this tender appears to involve engineering, technical design, maintenance, or regulated built-environment work.

Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act)

Act 85 of 1993

high

Technical Specifications

Source: BILL OF QUANTITIES - APPENDIX B.pdf (unknown)

Supply and delivery of electrical distribution and installation materials as per the Bill of Quantities. Key categories include:

Tapes: PVC (No. 33 in black, blue, red, white; No. 22 black), rubber tape (6.6KV/mm dielectric), Empire Cloth, Denso Tape.
Solder: 50% tin (Gr.S6), 34-36% tin (Gr.S7), aluminium solder, aluminium flux.
Insulators: Long rod (shackle type), disc, pin, shackle, porcelain, galvanised pins.
Conductors: 7-strand and 3-strand galvanised steel (4mm), ACSR (Gopher, Mink, Dog).
Fuses: LV HRC (2A–400A), DIN blade (160A–400A), flying fuses (5A–15A, 50A–80A), 11kV expulsion fuses, statter fuses (11kV–12kV).
Hardware: Cross arms, braces, top brackets, pole-mounted transformer accessories, aerial bundle conductor fittings, pre-insulated joints/lugs, insulation piercing connectors, split bolt connectors, bi-metal parallel groove connectors, dead ends, clevis fittings, overhead line steelwork, formed wire products, guy grips, pole top make-offs, eyebolt assemblies, coach screws, automatic line splices.
Cable accessories: Galvanised cable trays, steel securing straps/buckles, cable glands (metal/PVC for LV PVC cables), standard end connectors, LV PVC end caps, indented crimping ferrules, crimping lugs (bi-metallic), torque shear ferrules/lugs.
Heat shrink products: Joint kits (3-core/single-core for 11kV/33kV PILC/XLPE), termination kits (indoor/outdoor for 11kV/33kV), LV break-out boots, LV heat shrink tubing (20mm–25mm diameters in red, white, blue, black).
Medium voltage accessories: Heat shrink joint/termination kits for 11kV/33kV, flexible/straight bushing insulation boots, torque shearing ferrules/lugs (bi-metallic).
Miscellaneous: Earth rods/accessories, hacksaw blades, PVC trench covers, conductive cement, orange barricading netting, Eskom fall arrest kits, work positioning belts, electrician’s insulated safety gloves (sizes 6–11), cable ties, eye nuts, hex bolts/nuts, screws, washers, wall plugs, polysaddles, galvanised saddles, flexible HDPE cable conduit, sheath voltage limiters (11kV/33kV), transformer grade cork gaskets (1.5mm–3.0mm thickness).

All items must meet the specified dimensions, quantities, and annual requirements as listed in the Bill of Quantities.

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Msunduzi municipality tender: supply and delivery of electrical distribution & installation materials (contract NO. e)

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Critical Requirements

Typical Documents

Core procurement rules

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217

Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA)

Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)

Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)

Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)

Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

Sector-specific rules

Construction Industry Development Board Act (CIDB Act)

Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act)

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