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    SAWS Opens Tender for Electrical Upgrades in Upington

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    South African Weather Service

    The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 4659/26 to appoint a qualified service provider for the electrical upgrades of the Upper Air Room in Upington. This critical infrastructure project ensures the safety, compliance, and operational continuity of SAWS’s meteorological data collection facilities in the Northern Cape.

    Scope of Electrical Upgrades

    The successful bidder will execute comprehensive electrical enhancements, including:

    • Upgrading the Electrical Distribution Box at the balloon room with an IP65-rated, lockable orange mild steel enclosure.
    • Installing specific breakers, including earth leakage and dedicated circuits for a hydrogen generator, automatic door motors, and lighting.
    • Supplying and installing spark-proof lights and plugs inside the balloon room, alongside exterior solar floodlights.

    Mandatory Documents Required

    Bidders must submit several mandatory documents, including:

    • Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
    • Completed and signed Request for Invitation (Annexure A).
    • Completed SBD 3.3 (Pricing Schedule for Services).
    • Completed and signed SBD 4 (Bidder’s Declaration).
    • Completed and signed SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form) if points are claimed.
    • Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN.
    • Valid B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit.
    • Valid registration certificate with the Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL).
    • Valid COIDA certificate.
    • CIDB registration of 1EB or higher.
    • Confirmation letter that the safety file will be provided upon appointment.
    • Attendance at the compulsory briefing session and signing of the attendance register.

    Functional Evaluation Criteria

    Proposals will be scored on a detailed project plan, contactable client references, and the lead electrician’s CV demonstrating a minimum of four years of relevant experience. A minimum functionality score of 70% is required to advance to the price and specific goals evaluation stage.

    Related opportunity: SASSA Seeks 3 Maintenance Providers for Western Cape Offices

    Compulsory Briefing Session

    Attendance is strictly mandatory. The session will be held on Friday, 16 October 2026, at 11:00 at the SAWS Weather Office, Upington International Airport. Failure to sign the attendance register will result in immediate disqualification.

    Completed bid documents must be submitted electronically to RFQsubmissions@weathersa.co.za by 11:00 on Friday, 23 October 2026. For enquiries, contact Ms. Carol Lekalakala at 012-367-6252 or Carol.lekalakala@weathersa.co.za. Access the full documentation below:

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