Issuing Organization
Transnet
Location
Eastern Cape
Closing Date
13 Apr 2026
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Corner of Paterson and Board - North End - Gqeberha - 6000
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
31 Mar 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-152458
The south african government is seeking quotations for the supply, delivery, and installation of air conditioners at multiple sites in gqeberha, eastern cape. Eligible contractors and suppliers are invited to apply. The tender is categorized under electrical services and is a request for quotation (RFQ) type.
Median Estimate
RÂ 1Â 275Â 000
Range
Based on CIDB grading. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.
Categories
Request for Quotation
Corner of Paterson and Board - North End - Gqeberha - 6000
Date & Time
Monday, 13 April 2026 - 12:00
Venue
Infrastructure Building, North End
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Please see attached on the document.
31 Mar
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
13 Apr
2026
Closing Date
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