Overview
This tender invites bids for the supply, installation, and maintenance of electricity generation generators along with ancillary services and parts for the City of Cape Town. It aims to secure reliable electrical equipment and support services to ensure continuous power generation. The contract includes provision of generators and related components, as well as ongoing servicing to maintain operational efficiency. This is an open tender issued by the City of Cape Town’s electrical services department.
Who should consider bidding
This tender is suitable for companies specialising in electrical services, particularly those with experience in supplying and maintaining electricity generation equipment. Established suppliers and service providers with technical expertise in generators and related parts, as well as the capacity to deliver ongoing maintenance, should consider applying.
Bid-readiness summary
- Briefing compulsory: No or not listed
- Electronic submission: No or not listed
- Two-envelope submission: No or not listed
- Supporting documents: 1
Mandatory requirements and checks
- Purchase of tender documents at R200 fee
- Submission of bids in physical format (no e-submission)
- Provision of generators and ancillary parts
- Capability to provide maintenance and support services
- Validity of tender offer for 365 days
- Attendance at non-compulsory clarification meeting recommended
- Delivery of tender documents to Tender Distribution Office, Civic Centre
Briefing or site meeting
Date:
24 July 2026 at 11:30
Venue:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/323612141158418?p=61ylTyJxn7SXlVf50l
Compulsory:
No or not specified
How to apply
Download the full tender document from the City of Cape Town’s Tender Portal to understand detailed specifications and submission requirements. Purchase the tender document for R200. Prepare your bid according to the instructions, ensuring all required documentation is included. Submit your bid physically to the Tender Distribution Office, 2nd Floor (Concourse Level), Civic Centre, Cape Town before the closing date. Consider attending the non-compulsory clarification meeting via Microsoft Teams on 24 July 2026 to ask questions and clarify details. Refer to the supporting document '001S_2026_27 - Tender Document.pdf' for full guidance.
Supporting documents
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001S_2026_27 - Tender Document.pdf PDFDownload
Contact details
Contact:
CCT Representative
Email:
SCM.Tenders23@capetown.gov.za
Telephone:
021-000-0000
Common questions
Is attendance at the clarification meeting compulsory?
No, attendance is not compulsory but it is strongly recommended to gain clarity on the tender requirements.
Can bids be submitted electronically?
No, electronic submissions are not allowed. Bids must be submitted in physical form to the Tender Distribution Office.
Where can I obtain the full tender document?
The full tender document can be downloaded from the City of Cape Town’s Tender Portal at https://web1.capetown.gov.za/web1/TenderPortal.