Town Bush Road - Town Hill - Pietermaritzburg - 4278
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
06 Nov 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-176835
Summary
The KZN department of public works is procuring the replacement of the main substation mv switchgear at fort napier hospital in pietermaritzburg for the department of health. The contract period is 9 months. Bidders must be registered on the central suppliers database at CIDB grade 6 ep or higher and attend a compulsory briefing on 24 november 2026 at 11:00 at the lecture room, fort napier hospital. Closing time is 9 december 2026 at 11:00. The preference point system is 80/20, with youth ownership worth 5 points and women ownership worth 10 points.
Key Requirements
CIDB Grade 6 EP or higher and registered on the Central Suppliers Database; attendance at the compulsory briefing on 24 November 2026 at 11:00 at the Lecture Room, Fort Napier Hospital, with a signed and stamped Site Inspection Certificate; submission by hand delivery only from 10 Prince Alfred Street extension, Pietermaritzburg; preference points under the 80/20 system (youth ownership 5 points, women ownership 10 points); R450 non-refundable fee for hard copy collection only, payable by ABSA Bank deposit no EFT accepted; closing 9 December 2026 at 11:00; no faxed or emailed bids accepted; no later arrivals admitted to the briefing; bid document available from e-Tender Portal free of charge; minimum qualifying score not stated; department reserves right not to award to lowest bidder
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The KZN Department of Public Works requires replacement of the main substation medium voltage switchgear at Fort Napier Hospital in Pietermaritzburg. The contract follows a competitive selection procedure under the GCC 2010 2nd Edition framework, with evaluation split between functionality (60 points), price (80 points), and preference points (up to 20 points).
Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf
The Department of Public Works requires replacement of the Main substation MV switchgear at Fort Napier Hospital in Pietermaritzburg, with a contract period of 9 months.
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Compulsory clarification meeting
Date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
Time: 11:00
Venue: Lecture Room, Fort Napier Hospital, Pietermaritzburg
Attendance: compulsory; the Site Inspection Certificate must be signed and stamped by the department representative at the meeting.
Bidders without a hard copy of the bid document will not be admitted.
No late arrivals will be admitted.
Closing
Date: 9 December 2026
Time: 11:00
Other dates
Advertisement date: 6 November 2026
Bid validity period: 84 calendar days
Clarification requests: at least five working days before the closing time.
Hand delivery only: place the bid in the tender box at the Southern Region Office, 10 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
Faxed, emailed, posted or telegraphic bids will not be accepted.
Late submissions will not be accepted.
The tender box is generally open during official working hours.
Format
Submit the original plus one copy of the full tender document, including supporting documents and the priced Bill of Quantities, scanned to a readable CD in PDF format at the bidder's own cost.
The CD must be clearly marked with the tender information and the bidder's company details.
All documents must be completed and signed in ink on the official forms; forms must not be retyped.
The bidder's company details must appear legibly on every relevant page.
The total including VAT from the Final Summary of the Bill of Quantities must be carried to the Offer part of the Form of Offer and Acceptance (T2.21).
Returnable documents
T2.2 Authority to Sign Tender: authorises the named signatory to bind the bidder.
T2.3 Authority for Consortia or Joint Ventures to Sign Tender and T2.4 Special Resolution of Consortia or Joint Ventures: required where the bid is submitted by a joint venture.
T2.5 Joint Venture Involvement Declaration: declares the joint venture members and their roles.
T2.6 Schedule of Proposed Sub-Contractors: lists proposed subcontractors.
T2.7 Capacity of Tenderer: demonstrates the bidder's capacity to execute the works.
T2.8 Financial Standing and other resources of Business Declaration: declares the bidder's financial resources.
T2.9 Preference Points Claim Form: claims preference points for the specific goals.
T2.10 Site Inspection Certificate: proof of attendance at the compulsory briefing, signed and stamped by the department representative.
T2.11 Bidder's Disclosure (SBD 4): discloses any interest of directors or shareholders in the state or the department.
T2.12 Record of Addenda to Tender Documents: acknowledges receipt of any addenda.
T2.13 Particulars of Electrical Contractor: provides details of the electrical contractor.
T2.14 Schedule of Imported Materials and Equipment: lists imported materials and equipment.
T2.15a Annual Financial Statement for the past financial year: provides audited or reviewed financial statements.
T2.16 Equipment Schedules: lists the equipment the bidder will use.
T2.17 Contractor's Safety, Health and Environmental Declaration: declares commitment to safety, health and environmental requirements.
T2.18 Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire: discloses conflicts of interest and enterprise details.
T2.19 Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN: allows online verification of tax compliance via SARS e-Filing.
T2.20 Proof of Good Standing with the Compensation Commissioner: confirms registration and good standing.
T2.21 Form of Offer and Acceptance: the signed offer that constitutes the bid.
T2.21a Confirm Receipt of Offer and Acceptance: acknowledges receipt of the offer and acceptance.
T2.22 Final Bill of Quantity: the priced Bill of Quantities.
T2.23 Certified Proof of Paid Municipal Rates and Taxes: confirms the bidder is not in arrears.
T2.24 Proof of Unemployment Insurance Fund registration: confirms UIF registration.
T2.25 The National Industrial Participation Programme: applicable where required.
T2.26 Proof of Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD): confirms CSD registration.
T2.27 Certified Proof of CIDB Registration Number: confirms active CIDB registration at the required grade.
T2.28 Proof of Deposit: proof of payment of the R450 tender document deposit.
T2.29 and T2.30 Contract Form – Purchase of Goods/Works Parts 1 and 2: the contract forms to be signed on award.
T2.31 OHSE Plan Structure and T2.32 Client's specific requirements for the Contractor's detailed OHSE Plan: the safety, health and environmental plan requirements.
T2.33 Baseline Risk Assessment: the baseline risk assessment for the works.
T2.34 Functionality Criteria: the functionality evaluation criteria.
T2.35 Invitation to Tender (SBD 1): the cover page with bidder details.
Disqualification risks
Failure to submit any compulsory returnable document.
Failure to sign and stamp the Site Inspection Certificate at the compulsory briefing.
Attendance at the briefing without a hard copy of the bid document.
Late arrival at the briefing.
Late submission of the bid.
Submission by fax or email.
Submission of a bid that is not responsive or contains material deviations.
Failure to submit the priced Final Summary of the Bill of Quantities at closing.
Responsiveness check: the bid must comply with the Conditions of Tender, be fully completed and signed, and conform to all terms, conditions and specifications without material deviation.
Functionality evaluation: bidders must meet the minimum qualifying score for functionality before being considered for price and preference.
Price and preference evaluation under the 80/20 preference point system.
Functionality
Minimum qualifying score: 60 points.
Bidders who fail to meet the minimum functionality score are not evaluated further.
Preference points (80/20 system)
Price: 80 points.
Specific goals: 20 points, allocated as follows:
Ownership by people who are women: 10 points. Documentary proof: certified copy of identity document(s) and a SANAS-approved B-BBEE certificate or original sworn affidavit signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Ownership by people who are youth: 10 points. Documentary proof: certified copy of identity document(s) and a SANAS-approved B-BBEE certificate or original sworn affidavit signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Other specific goals: none.
Notes
The Department reserves the right not to award to the lowest bidder.
A detailed risk assessment will be conducted before award.
Submit a fully priced Bill of Quantities using the official pricing schedule.
Rates and prices must be fixed for the duration of the contract and stated in Rand.
VAT must be shown separately as an addition to the tendered total.
The total including VAT from the Final Summary of the Bill of Quantities must be carried to the Offer part of the Form of Offer and Acceptance (T2.21).
Tender document deposit
A non-refundable deposit of R450 is payable for a printed copy of the tender document.
Payment must be made to:
Account name: KZN PROV GOV-WORKS
Bank: ABSA
Account number: 4121941044
Branch code: BUSINESS CHEQUE
Reference: 14074037
Proof of payment (account statement with the reference) must be attached to the tender.
Guarantees and security
The contract includes a Form of Guarantee (C1.3) and a Builders Lien Agreement.
The tenderer must submit proof of deposit (T2.28) for the tender document.
Payment terms
Payment will be in accordance with the GCC 2010 and the contract data.
The employer will provide one copy of the signed contract and one unpriced Bill of Quantities to the successful tenderer.
CIDB contractor grading designation: 6EP or higher.
Joint ventures: every member must be registered with the CIDB; the lead partner must have a 6EP or higher grading, or not lower than one level below the required grading with the required recognition status; the combined grading must meet the required level.
Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) with the MAAA number shown on the cover page.
Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN and tax reference number, verifiable via SARS e-Filing.
Registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and proof of good standing with the Compensation Commissioner.
Not in arrears for more than 3 months on municipal rates and taxes and municipal service charges.
Not listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters.
No record of abuse of the Employer's Supply Chain Management System or failure to perform on a previous contract with written notice.
No conflicts of interest.
Potentially Emerging (PE) enterprises are not eligible because the Department has no official mentorship programme.
B-bbee
A SANAS-approved B-BBEE certificate or original sworn affidavit is required to claim preference points for the specific goals.
The affidavit must be signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Returnable compliance documents
T2.8 Financial Standing and other resources of Business Declaration.
T2.11 Bidder's Disclosure (SBD 4).
T2.17 Contractor's Safety, Health and Environmental Declaration.
T2.18 Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire.
T2.19 Tax Compliance Status PIN.
T2.20 Proof of Good Standing with the Compensation Commissioner.
T2.23 Certified Proof of Paid Municipal Rates and Taxes.
T2.24 Proof of UIF Registration.
T2.26 Proof of CSD Registration.
T2.27 Certified Proof of CIDB Registration.
T2.28 Proof of Deposit.
T2.35 Invitation to Tender (SBD 1).
Other
The successful bidder must sign a written GCC 2010 contract.
The Department may conduct a detailed risk assessment before award.
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Description
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf
Replacement of the main substation MV switchgear at Fort Napier Hospital, Pietermaritzburg, for the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health. The contract period is 9 months. The work is advertised by the Department of Public Works, Southern Regional Office, and requires a CIDB Grade 6 EP or higher.
Important Dates
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
Compulsory briefing and site inspection
Date: 24 November 2026 at 11:00.
Venue: Lecture Room, Fort Napier Hospital, Pietermaritzburg.
Attendance is compulsory; the Site Inspection Certificate must be signed and stamped at the meeting.
No late arrivals will be admitted.
Bidders must bring a hard copy of the bid document to be admitted.
Document collection
Available from 6 November 2026 until 23 November 2026, 09:00 to 15:00, at the Department of Public Works, Southern Regional Office, 10 Prince Alfred Street extension, Pietermaritzburg.
Closing
9 December 2026 at 11:00.
Contact Information
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
Submission method
Hand delivery only. Faxed or emailed bids will not be accepted.
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Submission address
Department of Public Works
Southern Regional Office
10 Prince Alfred Street extension
Pietermaritzburg
Returnable documents
Site Inspection Certificate: must be signed and stamped by the department representative at the compulsory briefing as proof of attendance; an unsigned certificate disqualifies the bid.
CIDB registration: proof of registration in Grade 6 EP or higher on the Central Suppliers Database.
Completed and signed National Treasury standard forms as contained in the bid document (SBD/MBD series), including the pricing schedule and preference claim forms.
Disqualification risks
Arriving at the briefing without a hard copy of the bid document.
Arriving late at the briefing; no later arrivals will be admitted.
Failing to have the Site Inspection Certificate signed and stamped at the briefing.
Submitting by fax or email.
Submitting after the closing time.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
Preference point system: 80/20.
Price: 80 points.
Specific goals: 20 points, allocated as:
Ownership by youth: 5 points.
Ownership by women: 10 points.
Remaining 5 points allocated to other specific goals as set out in the bid document.
Minimum qualifying score: none stated.
The department reserves the right not to award to the lowest bidder and will conduct a detailed risk assessment before award.
Technical Specifications
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
Scope
Replacement of the main substation MV switchgear at Fort Napier Hospital, Pietermaritzburg, for the Department of Health.
Contract period: 9 months.
Eligibility
CIDB Grade 6 EP or higher.
Registration on the Central Suppliers Database in the applicable CIDB grading.
Financial Requirements
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
Bid document fee
R450.00 non-refundable, payable only for a printed/hard copy; the document may be downloaded free from the e-Tender Portal.
Payment by bank deposit only; no EFT payments accepted.
Banking details
Bank: ABSA Bank
Account number: 41-2194-1044
Account type: Business Cheque Account
Account holder: KZN PROV GOV-WORKS
Branch code: 632005
Reference: 14074037
Proof of original payment receipt, stamped by the bank, must be produced on collection of the hard copy.
Bid security, guarantees, retention and payment terms: none stated.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf (TENDER)
CIDB
Grade 6 EP or higher.
Registered on the Central Suppliers Database in the applicable grading.
B-BBEE and specific goals
Preference points claimed under the 80/20 system; 20 points for specific goals, including youth ownership (5 points) and women ownership (10 points).
B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit as required by the bid document.
Tax and statutory
Valid tax compliance status as required by the bid document.
Returnable forms
National Treasury standard forms (SBD/MBD series) as contained in the bid document, completed and signed.
Site Inspection Certificate signed and stamped at the compulsory briefing.
Section
Source: Advert ZNTM01130 W Fort Napier Hosp MV Switchgear 2026.pdf
The 80/20 preference point system applies: 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. The specific goals are allocated as 5 points for ownership by youth and 10 points for ownership by women, with the remaining 5 points allocated to other specific goals as set out in the bid document.
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.
191 Prince Alfred St, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, South Africa
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