This tender is for the supply and delivery of a 200kva transformer and six 22kv drop-out fuses to the sakhisizwe local municipality. IT is aimed at qualified electrical equipment suppliers who can meet strict compliance and delivery requirements. The bid evaluation will follow the 80/20 preference point system.
Key Requirements
Submit bid by hand only at 15 Maclear Road, Elliot by 12:00 on 29 July 2026; no faxed, emailed, or couriered submissions accepted.
Evaluation uses the 80/20 preference point system: 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals (Woman Owned, People Living with Disabilities, Locality, Black Owned).
Mandatory documents include a latest CSD report (not older than 3 months), Tax Compliance Status (TCS PIN or certificate), B-BBEE certificate, and municipal rates clearance certificate.
Supply and deliver 1 unit of 200KVA 3 Phase 22KV to 400V Transformer and 6 units of 22KV Drop Out Fuse with Carrier.
Tender validity period is 90 days after the closing date; the contract period is three months with fixed rates and no adjustments.
Bids must be submitted on the official forms in black ink, with all required attachments; failure leads to disqualification.
No bids are accepted from persons in the service of the state, and a declaration of interest (MBD 4) must be completed.
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Important Dates
24 Jul
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
29 Jul
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Procurement Rules & Compliance ContextThis tender may be governed by South African public procurement rules covering fairness, transparency, preferential procurement, anti-corruption, administrative justice and access to information.
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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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)
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TENDER DOCUMENT SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TRANSFORMER AND DROP OUT FUSE.pdf
Sakhisizwe Local Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of one 200KVA 3-phase transformer and six 22KV drop-out fuses. The tender uses an 80/20 evaluation system (80 points for price, 20 for specific goals) and requires comprehensive documentation including tax compliance, CSD registration, and B-BBEE verification.
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Source: TENDER DOCUMENT SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TRANSFORMER AND DROP OUT FUSE.pdf
Purpose: Supply and delivery of one 200KVA 3 Phase 22KV to 400V Transformer (Inland + Protection) and six 22KV Drop Out Fuses with Carriers.
The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form (MBD7).
Important Dates
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Closing date: 29 July 2026.
Closing time: 12:00 (noon) local time.
Tender validity period: 90 days after closing date.
No site inspection or bidders meeting scheduled.
No clarification deadline specified.
Contact Information
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Technical enquiries: Contact Mr M. Mtsolo at Tel: 047 877 5200 / Email: [email protected].
Supply Chain Management / Bidding procedure enquiries: Contact Miss Y. Tofile at Tel: 045 931 6314 / Email: [email protected]. Fax: 045 931 1361.
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TRANSFORMER AND DROP OUT FUSE.pdf (TENDER)
Submit by hand only at 15 Maclear Road, Elliot, 5460 (Reception). No faxed, couriered, or emailed tenders accepted.
Deadline: 29 July 2026 at 12:00 local time.
Sealed envelope must be clearly marked with: Bid No: SLM/SCM/02/2026/2027 - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TRANSFORMER AND DROP OUT FUSE, and the bidder's name and address.
Bids will be opened publicly immediately after closing.
Late bids will be rejected.
Required returnables: Complete set of bid documents, all official forms completed in black ink (not to be re-typed), and all required attachments. Failure to submit required documents leads to disqualification.
Withdrawal: Bidders may withdraw bids in writing before the closing date and time.
Evaluation Criteria
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Bidders must not be in service of the state; must not be listed on Register of Tender Defaulters; must have paid all municipal rates/taxes; must be tax compliant; must be registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD); must submit all required documentation; bids with incomplete documentation will be disqualified.
Technical Specifications
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Scope: Supply and delivery of the following items:
Deliverables: Goods must be new, unused, of the most recent models, and incorporate all recent improvements.
Standards: Goods must conform to standards mentioned in the bidding documents and specifications.
Warranty: 12 months after delivery and acceptance at final destination, or 18 months after shipment from source country, whichever is earlier.
Inspection: The purchaser reserves the right to inspect supplies during production, on delivery, and after delivery. Non-compliant goods may be rejected at supplier's cost.
Packing: Must prevent damage during transit and suit final destination conditions.
Delivery: To be made as per contract terms.
Experience & Qualifications
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Bidders must provide details of similar past projects: nature of work, contract value, employer name with contactable references, duration, and completion date.
Declaration of Interest (MBD 4) required: Bidders must disclose any relationship with persons in service of the state and confirm they are not in service of the state.
Preference Points Claim Form (MBD 6.1) must be completed to claim specific goal points.
Quality Management
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Inspection: The purchaser may inspect supplies at any stage during production, execution, or on completion at the supplier's premises.
Testing costs: Pre-bid testing is for the bidder's account. If inspections/tests show compliance, costs are borne by the purchaser; if non-compliance, costs are borne by the supplier.
Rejection: Supplies not meeting contract requirements may be rejected and must be replaced at supplier's cost.
Pricing Schedule
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Pricing must include 15% VAT.
Bid rates are fixed for the contract period.
Evaluation based on 80/20 system (80 points for price, 20 for specific goals).
Financial Requirements
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Pricing format: Bid price must include 15% VAT.
Rates are fixed; no contract adjustment allowed during the contract period.
Payment terms: Payment will be made in Rand, within 30 days after submission of a valid invoice and delivery note.
Penalties: If the supplier fails to deliver as specified, the employer may withhold 10% of the invoice amount.
Performance security may be required (details to be specified in Special Conditions of Contract).
No bid bonds or guarantees explicitly mentioned for submission.
Compliance Requirements
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TRANSFORMER AND DROP OUT FUSE.pdf (TENDER)
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Submit latest full CSD report (not older than 3 months). Provide CSD registration number.
Tax Compliance: Submit Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS or a printed TCS certificate. Alternatively, provide CSD number if no TCS is available. Foreign suppliers must complete a pre-award questionnaire.
B-BBEE: Submit a valid B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points.
Municipal Rates Clearance: Submit a rates clearance certificate (not older than 3 months) for the business's head/regional office. If property is leased, provide lease agreement.
Company Registration: Provide company registration number, VAT registration number.
Declaration of Interest: Complete MBD 4 declaration regarding relationships with persons in service of the state. No bids accepted from persons in service of the state.
Local Content: Not explicitly specified, but locality points are part of evaluation.
Contractual Terms
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General Conditions of Contract (GCC) for Supply Chain Management apply, along with any Special Conditions of Contract (SCC).
Key clauses include definitions, standards, patent rights, performance security, inspections, packing, delivery, insurance, incidental services, spare parts, warranty, payment, prices, contract amendments, assignment, subcontracts, delays, penalties, termination for default, force majeure, termination for insolvency, dispute settlement, limitation of liability, governing language (English), applicable law (South African), notices, and taxes/duties.
Performance security may be required within 30 days of award (bank guarantee or cashier's cheque).
Warranty: 12 months after delivery/acceptance or 18 months after shipment.
Payment within 30 days of invoice.
Prices are fixed unless adjusted per SCC.
No assignment or subcontracting without prior written consent.
Penalties for delay based on prime interest rate.
Termination for default, corruption, or fraudulent practices.
Force majeure provisions apply.
Disputes resolved first by mutual consultation, then mediation, then South African courts.
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Specific Goals for preference points (20 points total):
Woman Owned Company: 2 points.
People Living with Disabilities: 2 points.
Locality: 8 points.
Black Owned Company: 8 points.
Supporting documents: CSD Summary or Certified ID Copy for the Director for each claim.
Contract period: Three months.
Penalties: 10% of invoice amount may be withheld for failure to deliver as specified.
No contract adjustments allowed; rates are fixed.
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.
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
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