Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
KUSILE POWER STATION - WITBANK - EMALAHLENI/VICTOR KHANYE - 1035
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
31 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-164155
Fabrication, rolling, and machining services are required for kusile power station, on an as-and-when-required basis during outages, for a period of five years. Bidders must comply with eskom's OHS requirements, including the occupational health and safety act, and the successful contractor will be accountable for managing subcontractor compliance. The most consequential requirement is mandatory adherence to eskom's OHS standards, with penalties for non-compliance.
Bidders must be capable of providing fabrication, rolling, and machining services.
The contract is for a period of 5 years, during outages, on an as-and-when-required basis.
Compliance with Eskom's OHS requirements is mandatory, including Eskom contractor Health and Safety standard 32-136, the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, and the Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act 130 of 1993.
After award, the contractor must align its processes to Eskom's OHS policies, procedures, and standards.
Penalties apply for non-conformance with OHS requirements.
All employees must undergo relevant Eskom and company inductions.
The main contractor is accountable for managing subcontractors' OHS compliance, including audits and assessments, and must notify Eskom before appointing subcontractors.
Eskom may request references or testimonials for similar work; bidders should be prepared to provide these.
The acknowledgement form (Annexure B) must be signed by an authorised representative.
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Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
KUSILE POWER STATION - WITBANK - EMALAHLENI/VICTOR KHANYE - 1035
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2026
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These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
Contractor basline risk assessment.pdf
ESKOM is tendering for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station in the North West province. The contract is for a period of 5 years, primarily during outages. The document provided is an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) baseline risk assessment template, outlining numerous hazards, risks, and control measures for activities such as cleaning conveyors, conditioner unblocking, ash handling, coal stockpile construction, and general site operations. The tender emphasizes strict compliance with OHS procedures, risk assessments, and legal requirements.
Supplier risk category.docx
Eskom is seeking a contractor for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, primarily during outages. The tender emphasizes strict Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance, including risk categorization, COID registration, and submission of detailed OHS documentation.
BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdf
This tender from Eskom seeks a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a five-year period, primarily during planned outages. The scope includes supplying skilled personnel (e.g., project managers, technicians, fitters, CNC operators, welders) and specialized machinery (e.g., CNC lathes, boring mills, bending machines) on a time-and-materials basis, as detailed in the bill of quantities.
Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf
Eskom invites tenders for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station during outages over a 5-year period. The tender is open, with electronic submission via Eskom's e-tendering site. The contract will be an NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC3). Evaluation will use a 90/10 preference points system (price 90 points, specific goals 10 points). Tenderers must meet mandatory technical criteria (ISO 3834-2 and ISO 9001) and achieve a minimum 70% on functionality evaluation. The closing date is 4 September 2026 at 10:00.
Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 29 February 2026.xls
ESKOM is seeking a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, specifically during planned outages. The tender involves a structured application process with multiple sections (e.g., contractor type, information, appendices) and requires completion of an Excel-based form with macros for validation and printing.
Labour Taxation Questionnaire.pdf
Eskom is seeking a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station in North West province, for a 5-year period during outages. The tender includes a mandatory PAYE evaluation questionnaire (Appendix H) to assess whether the contractor is a labour broker or personal services company for tax purposes.
240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.docx
ESKOM is seeking a supplier for fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, primarily during outages. The tender requires a comprehensive Contract Quality Plan (CQP) based on SANS 466:2005 / ISO 10005:2005, detailing quality management, communication, sub-supplier management, inspection, and documentation control.
BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025.xlsx
ESKOM is seeking a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, specifically during outages. The tender includes a bill of quantities with detailed resource and machinery requirements, covering personnel hours and equipment usage. The contract is valued based on rates for labor and machinery, with a closing date of September 4, 2026.
240-109253302 _ Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP or ITP) rev 2.docx
ESKOM is seeking a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, primarily during planned outages. The tender includes a detailed Quality Control Plan (QCP) framework requiring approvals and inspections at various intervention points.
SHE Tender Evaluation (High risk).docx
ESKOM is seeking a supplier to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station for a period of 5 years, primarily during outages. The tender includes a detailed Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance checklist that must be completed and submitted.
Supplier Declaration of Interest Template (1).docx
ESKOM is seeking suppliers for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station in North West province, under a 5-year contract covering outage periods. The tender includes a mandatory Supplier Declaration of Interest form to disclose any conflicts of interest involving Eskom employees or directors.
SDLI Bidders.pdf
Eskom is seeking tenders for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, primarily during outages. The tender includes a 90/10 preference point system where B-BBEE status contributes up to 10 points. There are no designated sector or CIDB training requirements. The tender emphasizes SDL&I objectives (transformation, local procurement, black-owned spend, job creation, and skills development) which are not scored but become contractual obligations, with penalties for non-compliance.
Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.doc
ESKOM is seeking bids for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, primarily during planned outages. The tender includes a mandatory disclosure form (SBD 4) to ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest, collusion, and corruption.
Link for the meeting.docx
ESKOM is seeking a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, specifically during planned outages. The tender is issued under reference E2326GXMPKUSR, with a closing date of 4 September 2026. A non-compulsory clarification meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams on 12 August 2026. Submissions must be made electronically through Eskom's e-tendering portal.
240-12248652_Catergory 3 List of Tender Returnables Rev 7.pdf
ESKOM is seeking a supplier for fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, with a focus on outage support. The tender includes strict quality management and documentation requirements aligned with ISO 9001:2015, including a QMS manual, quality policy, objectives, and documented procedures. Bidders must submit a draft Contract Quality Plan and Inspection/Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) specific to the scope. The closing date is September 4, 2026, and the tender is issued by ESKOM in the North West province.
Authorisation Form.pdf
Eskom is seeking tenders for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period during outages. The tender includes an Authorisation Form that must be completed by the tenderer, indicating their legal status (company, close corporation, partnership, joint venture, or sole proprietor) and providing the necessary authorisation certificates.
240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf
This tender from Eskom seeks suppliers for fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period during outages. The document specifies stringent quality management requirements aligned with ISO 9001, including the submission of quality plans, control plans, and compliance with Eskom's Supplier Quality Management specification (240-105658000). Suppliers must demonstrate a robust QMS and adhere to detailed quality control, inspection, and auditing processes.
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Vendors.docx
Eskom is seeking suppliers for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, primarily during outages. The tender includes a mandatory confidentiality agreement (NDA) that must be signed by all suppliers/tenderers before accessing confidential information. The NDA outlines strict obligations regarding the use, protection, and return of confidential information, with a 3-year post-termination confidentiality term and South African governing law.
Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 28 February 2026.doc
Eskom is seeking a contractor to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station during outages over a five-year period. The tender is open to companies, close corporations, trusts, or individuals. The document provided is a PAYE (tax) questionnaire that must be completed by the contractor to determine their tax classification for payments under the service contract. It includes detailed questions and affidavits to establish whether the contractor is an independent contractor, personal service provider, labour broker, or dependent contractor, and to ensure correct tax withholding.
240-77471499 Annexure B (002).docx
Eskom is seeking a supplier for fabrication, rolling, and machining services at Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period, with work primarily during outages. The tender also includes an acknowledgement form for compliance with Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements, covering safety standards, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act.
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Description
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdfThis document is Eskom's Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000, Rev 3). It sets out the minimum quality requirements for all existing and potential Eskom suppliers. It defines quality criteria for selection, evaluation, vendor registration, management, monitoring, assessment, and auditing of suppliers. Eskom seeks suppliers who demonstrate commitment to a QMS conforming to ISO 9001.
Important Dates
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf (unknown){"closingDate":"17 October 2021"}
Contact Information
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf (unknown){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":"Supply Chain Management","address":null}
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf (unknown)Suppliers must be registered on Eskom's supplier database or be willing to register.
Quality requirements are classified into four categories (1 to 4). The applicable category is indicated in Form A.
Category 1 requires a valid ISO 9001 certificate, a draft contract quality plan, and audit reports.
Category 2 requires objective evidence of a developed QMS compliant with ISO 9001, including a quality manual, policy, objectives, and procedures.
Category 3 requires objective evidence of a developed QMS with similar documentation as Category 2.
Category 4 requires a quality method statement based on ISO 9001, a quality policy, and quality objectives.
All categories require completion and signing of Form A.
Eskom may perform capability and capacity assessments prior to award.
Sub-suppliers must also meet quality requirements.
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf (unknown)The specification (240-105658000, Rev 3) defines minimum quality requirements for all Eskom suppliers.
Suppliers must develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001.
The QMS must conform to ISO 9001 and be maintained throughout the contract duration.
Suppliers must submit a contract quality plan (CQP) per ISO 10005, specific to the scope of work.
A quality control plan (QCP) or inspection and test plan (ITP) is required, detailing all inspection and test activities.
Hold points and intervention points are defined; work cannot proceed beyond a hold point without Eskom's written authorisation.
Eskom may appoint resident quality inspectors at the supplier's premises.
The supplier must manage sub-supplier quality, including audits and performance monitoring.
Special processes (e.g., welding, NDT) require qualified personnel and documented procedures.
A preservation management programme is required for equipment and materials.
Eskom has rights of access to supplier facilities and records.
Methodology
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdfThe supplier must develop a preservation management programme that includes identification of physical assets, preservation work plans, oversight of material storage, and records management. The programme must comply with Eskom information management requirements and provide Eskom with access to all records.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdfQuality audits and quality performance reviews must be carried out by trained, accredited, and experienced personnel in accordance with documented procedures.
Quality Management
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdfSuppliers must develop, implement, maintain, and improve a QMS conforming to ISO 9001. The QMS must include a quality manual, quality policy, quality objectives, and documented procedures for control of documented information, internal audits, control of nonconforming outputs, and corrective actions. A contract quality plan (CQP) per ISO 10005 and a quality control plan (QCP) or inspection and test plan (ITP) are required. Hold points and intervention points are defined. Eskom may appoint resident quality inspectors and perform audits.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf (unknown)Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements) must be completed and signed.
ISO 9001 certification is required for Category 1; for other categories, objective evidence of a compliant QMS is needed.
Suppliers must submit documented information for control of externally provided processes, products, and services.
Documented information for roles, responsibilities, and authorities must be provided.
Internal and external audit reports must be submitted for Category 1 and 2.
Management review meeting records must be submitted for Category 1 and 2.
The List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652) specifies exact requirements per tender.
Contractual Terms
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdfThe supplier must implement a preservation management programme for all physical assets, including valves, electrical motors, piping, and instrumentation. Preservation requirements must be clearly documented in purchase orders and communicated to sub-suppliers. Eskom has free and unrestricted access to all preservation records for inspection and audit.
Section
Source: 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdfThe specification defines quality criteria for supplier selection, evaluation, and auditing. Quality requirements are categorised into four levels (Category 1 to 4), each with specific documentation and certification requirements. The applicable category is indicated in Form A. Eskom may perform capability and capacity assessments prior to contract award.
Description
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025.xlsxProvision of fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station during outages over a five-year period.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025.xlsx (unknown)The tender document does not explicitly state eligibility criteria, but typical ESKOM tenders require bidders to be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), have relevant experience in fabrication and machining, and comply with South African tax and B-BBEE requirements. Bidders must also have the financial and technical capacity to handle a 5-year contract.
Technical Specifications
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025.xlsx (unknown)The scope covers fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station during outages over a five-year period.
Resources required (with estimated hours over five years):
Machinery required (estimated days over five years):
A safety file is required as a separate item.
Compliance Requirements
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025.xlsx (unknown)No specific requirements found
Important Dates
Source: Authorisation Form.pdf (unknown){"closingDate":"31 May 2024"}
Contact Information
Source: Authorisation Form.pdf (unknown){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":null,"address":"n our behalf, and to sign all"}
Submission Guidelines
Source: Authorisation Form.pdf (unknown)Returnable documents: the Authorisation Form (Eskom form 240-15811258 Rev 1) must be completed and signed by the authorised representative. The form requires the tenderer to indicate its legal status (company, close corporation, partnership, joint venture, or sole proprietor) and to complete the corresponding certificate. For companies, close corporations, and joint ventures, a certified copy of the supporting resolution or power of attorney must be attached. The final table on the form must be fully completed by all tenderers.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Authorisation Form.pdf (unknown)Eligibility is based on the legal status of the tenderer. The tenderer must be a registered company, close corporation, partnership, joint venture, or sole proprietor. The authorised representative must have the legal capacity to bind the entity. For joint ventures, all members must be jointly and severally liable, a lead member must be designated, and the joint venture agreement must specify the ratios for work and payment division.
Technical Specifications
Source: Authorisation Form.pdf (unknown)Document
240-15811258 Rev 1
Identifier
Authorisation Form Effective Date 31 May 2024
Review Date May 2029
Indicate the status of the tenderer by ticking the appropriate box below.
A b c d e
Company close partnership joint venture sole
Corporation proprietor
The tenderer must complete the appropriate certificate set out below for its category of organisation.
If the tenderer is a company, close corporation or joint venture, the tenderer must attach a certified
copy the document that is proof of the contents of the certificate (resolution of the board of directors
of a company, members’ resolution of a close corporation, or power of attorney in the case of a joint
venture).
Note further that the authorised representative of the tenderer will in addition be required to sign the
form at the end in addition to the relevant certificate for category of organisation.
A. Certificate for company
I,_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ . _ _ , in my capacity as _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ of the
board of directors of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, hereby
confirm that by resolution of the board taken on _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ (date), Mr/Ms _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , acting in his/her capacity of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, is
authorised to submit this tender on behalf of the company, and to sign all documents in connection
with this tender and any contract that may result from it on behalf of the company. The resolution of
the board is annexed to this Form.
Signed: Date:
Name: Position:
Public
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Document
240-15811258 Rev 1
Identifier
Authorisation Form Effective Date 31 May 2024
Review Date May 2029
B. Certificate for close corporation
I,_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ . _ _ , in my capacity as member of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, hereby confirm that by majority vote of the
members taken on _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ (date), Mr/Ms _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , acting
in his/her capacity of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, is authorised to submit this tender
on behalf of the close corporation, and to sign all documents in connection with this tender and any
contract that may result from it on behalf of the close corporation. The members’ resolution is annexed
to this Form.
Signed: Date:
Name: Position:
(Member)
C. Certificate for partnership
We, the undersigned, being the key partners in the business trading as _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ hereby authorise Mr/Ms _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, acting in his/her
capacity of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, to submit this tender on our behalf, and to sign all
documents in connection with the tender and any contract that may result from it on our behalf.
Name Address Signature Date
NOTE: This certificate is required to be completed and signed by the full number of Partners
necessary to commit the Partnership. Attach additional pages if more space is required.
Public
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File name: Authorisation Form - 31 May 2024Authorisation Form
Document
240-15811258 Rev 1
Identifier
Authorisation Form Effective Date 31 May 2024
Review Date May 2029
D. Certificate for Joint Venture
We, the undersigned, are submitting this tender offer in Joint Venture and hereby authorise Mr/Ms _
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, an authorised signatory of the company _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , being the lead member in the Joint Venture, to sign all documents
in connection with the tender and any contract that may result from it on behalf of all the members in
the Joint Venture.
This authorisation is evidenced by the attached power of attorney signed by the legally authorised
signatories of all the members in the Joint Venture.
Furthermore we attach to this Form a copy of the Joint Venture Agreement which incorporates a
statement that all members in the Joint Venture are liable jointly and severally for the execution of the
contract, a term that indicates the member that will be the lead member, and terms that indicate the
ratios according to which work and payment will be divided amongst the members.
Name of JV member Address Authorised signature,
name and capacity
Lead partner
E. Certificate for sole proprietor
I, _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, hereby confirm that I am the sole proprietor of the
business trading as _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
_ _ _ _ _.
Signed: Date:
Name: Position:
(Sole Proprietor)
Public
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File name: Authorisation Form - 31 May 2024Authorisation Form
Document
240-15811258 Rev 1
Identifier
Authorisation Form Effective Date 31 May 2024
Review Date May 2029
NOTE: The table hereunder to also be fully completed by all tenderers irrespective of the
category of organisation selected and completed as per above.
Name of tenderer:
Full names of authorised signatory:
Designation and capacity:
Signature of authorised signatory
Date of signature:
Public
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Compliance Requirements
Source: Authorisation Form.pdf (unknown)The Authorisation Form must be completed according to the tenderer's legal status. For companies, a board resolution authorising the signatory is required. For close corporations, a members' resolution is required. For partnerships, all key partners must sign the certificate. For joint ventures, a power of attorney from all members and a copy of the joint venture agreement (including joint and several liability, lead member, and work/payment ratios) must be attached. For sole proprietors, a certificate confirming sole proprietorship is required.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Vendors.docx (unknown)The document does not specify general eligibility criteria (e.g., financial, technical, or legal requirements) beyond the need to sign the NDA. However, as a South African state-owned entity, Eskom likely requires bidders to be legally registered, tax-compliant, and meet relevant industry standards. The NDA requires the receiving party to be a legal entity (company) with the capacity to enter into a binding agreement. No specific technical qualifications are listed in the provided document.
Technical Specifications
Source: Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Vendors.docx (unknown)I. Eskom HOLDINGS SOC LTD a company incorporated under the laws of the Republic of South Africa, having its registered office at Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sunninghill ext.3, Sandton, Republic of South Africa, with registration number 2002/015527/06 [hereinafter referred to as “the Disclosing Party”.
Description
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdfProvision of fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station for a period of five years during outages.
Contact Information
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdf (unknown){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":"Qty Rate Amount","address":null}
Evaluation Criteria
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdf (unknown)No explicit eligibility criteria are stated in the document, but typical Eskom requirements include: being a registered entity, having relevant experience in fabrication and machining, possessing or having access to the specified machinery, employing qualified personnel (e.g., certified welders, CNC operators), and complying with South African tax and B-BBEE regulations. A valid safety file and compliance with Eskom's vendor registration are likely mandatory.
Technical Specifications
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdf (unknown)Fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station during outages over a five-year period.
Pricing Schedule
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdfMachinery schedule (each for 378 days): CNC Lathe - 5m x 1m swing; Horizontal floor boring CNC Mill - X-4.8m, Y-4m, Z-0.7m; CNC Bending machine (2m x 0.9m, 135deg bend, 5mm plate); Vertical Boring CNC Mill – Swing 5m x 3m; Conventional centre lathe (10 Ton load); Conventional Vertical Boring Mill 2.2m x 1.5m; Conventional Bending machine (2m x 0.9m, 135deg bend, 5mm plate); Conventional horizontal boring mills (X-2000, Y-1000, Z-1000mm, 2m x 1.2m table).
Financial Requirements
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdf (unknown)Bidders must price the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for a five-year contract period.
Compliance Requirements
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdf (unknown)A Safety File must be provided and priced as a separate line item in the BOQ.
Health & Safety
Source: BOQ for Fabrication Rolling and Machining Services - 28.11.2025 (002).pdfA Safety File is required as a separate line item in the pricing schedule. The bidder must provide a Safety Officer (2 positions, 8,736 hours each) and a Fire Watcher (1 position, 4,368 hours) as part of the resource schedule.
Description
Source: SHE Tender Evaluation (High risk).docxProvision of fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station during outages over a 5-year period.
Submission Guidelines
Source: SHE Tender Evaluation (High risk).docx (unknown)Returnable documents: Annexure B (acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements), Health and Safety Plan, Costing for Health and Safety management, Baseline OHS Risk Assessment, valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA), OHS policy signed by CEO, OHS competency evidence (CVs, qualifications, certificates). All must be submitted.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SHE Tender Evaluation (High risk).docx (unknown)Eligibility is based on OHS compliance: submission of all mandatory OHS documents, valid COIDA letter, CEO-signed OHS policy, and demonstrated OHS competency. No financial or technical eligibility criteria beyond OHS compliance are stated.
Technical Specifications
Source: SHE Tender Evaluation (High risk).docx (unknown)Scope: fabrication, rolling and machining services at Kusile Power Station during outages for a period of 5 years.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SHE Tender Evaluation (High risk).docx (unknown)Mandatory OHS returnables: Annexure B (acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal requirements), Health and Safety Plan addressing scope risks, detailed OHS costing (not lump sum), Baseline OHS Risk Assessment with methodology, valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA), OHS policy signed by CEO (compliant with OHS Act Section 7), and OHS competency evidence (CVs, qualifications, certificates).
Description
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfEskom Holdings SOC Ltd invites tenders for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station for a period of 5 years during outages. Tender number E2326GXMPKUSR, issue date 31 July 2026, closing date 04 September 2026 at 10:00, validity period 273 days.
Important Dates
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Closing date: 04 September 2026 at 10:00.
Tender validity period: 273 days from the closing date.
Clarification meeting (non-compulsory): 12 August 2026 at 10:00 via Microsoft Teams. Attendance confirmation must be sent to [email protected].
Clarification queries deadline: 6 working days before the tender submission deadline.
Briefing Session
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)A non-compulsory clarification meeting will be held on 12 August 2026 at 10:00 via Microsoft Teams. Meeting link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/339830437371164?p=vFGO1BHAZAQPq9A5n5, Meeting ID: 339 830 437 371 164, Passcode: AN6HW6eY. Attendance confirmation must be sent to [email protected].
Contact Information
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Eskom Representative: Sebotso L Maepa.
Tel: +27 13 647 6728.
E-mail: [email protected].
All queries and clarifications must be addressed in writing to the Eskom Representative. No queries may be addressed to any other Eskom official.
Fraud and corruption hotline: 0800 11 2722 / [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering site at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za before the closing date and time. No hard copies will be accepted. All documents must be in PDF format; the upload size per document is 500 MB and the total submission is restricted to 4 GB. No zip or compressed files are allowed. Tenders must be uploaded under the folders Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other. If a tender is resubmitted, only the latest version will be accepted. The submission status must be indicated as complete. Late tenders will not be accepted.
Disqualifiable returnables (must be fully completed, signed if required, and submitted by closing):
Non-disqualifiable returnables (if not submitted by closing, the procurement practitioner will request them within 5 working days; failure to submit within that period leads to disqualification):
Returnables required for evaluation (score zero if not submitted):
Returnables required prior to contract award:
Returnable Documents
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory returnables at tender closing (disqualifiable): Annexure A Authorisation Form, Annexure B Acknowledgement Form, Annexure C Tenderer's Particulars, Annexure D Integrity Pact Declaration, Annexure E CPA for local goods/services, Annexure F CPA(IG) for imported goods/services (if applicable), Annexure G1-G4 SBD 6.2 Local Content declarations, Annexure H SBD 1, Annexure J SBD 4, E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement. Non-disqualifiable: Annexure I SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form, Tax Clearance Certificate, Tax Evaluation Questionnaire, Employment Equity compliance, JV documents, Specific Goals proof. Prior to award: CSD registration proof, NEC Contract completed, Pricing Schedule, ISO 3834-2 and ISO 9001 certificates, SHEQ documents, Quality documents, Environmental policy, Financial statements.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation uses a two-stage process: functionality (technical) first, then price and specific goals.
Stage 1 – Functionality (Technical):
Stage 2 – Price and Specific Goals:
Contractual requirements (CSD registration, SHEQ, financial viability) are assessed after evaluation and ranking, not as evaluation criteria. Failure to meet them may result in non-responsiveness.
Methodology
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfBidders must submit a detailed methodology or method statement for how they will supply and deliver the order to specification as per the scope of work, in accordance with relevant ISO standards and quality requirements. Sample method statements can be provided for fabrication of small and large bore pipe spools, pipe supports, ducting manufacturing, heat exchangers, tanks and vessels, shafts and nozzles. Scoring: a detailed methodology covering the entire scope with at least five method statements scores 100%; sufficiently detailed with minor omissions and at least four method statements scores 60%; insufficient detail with major gaps and at least three method statements scores 40%; no method statement scores 0%. Proof must be signed off by a Quality Manager, Quality Lead, or Engineer.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfCompany Experience: Bidders must submit copies of purchase orders or contracts dating back to 2022 or earlier for machining and fabrication services, along with delivery notes or completion certificates. Scoring: more than 5 years of experience = 100%, 4-5 years = 80%, 3-4 years = 60%, 1-2 years = 40%, 0 years = 0%. Workshop Facilities: Submit a workshop layout or construction plan with address and proof of ownership. Scoring is based on workshop size, laydown area, and overhead crane capacity (e.g., 2000 m² with 5000 m² laydown area, dedicated plate-shop, fitting shop, machine shop, sandblasting booth, work benches, and 2x30 Ton overhead crane = 100%; no workshop = 0%). A mandatory workshop/site visit will be conducted. Machinery and Equipment: Provide ownership or lease agreements for specified machinery (CNC lathes, conventional centre lathes, horizontal floor boring CNC mills, conventional horizontal boring mills, CNC bending machines, vertical boring CNC mills). Scoring is based on the availability of the listed equipment.
Quality Management
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfQuality requirements (Category 3) include: QMS Manual or document defining the QMS and its scope; Quality Policy approved by top management; Quality Objectives approved by top management; control of documented information; control of nonconforming outputs; nonconformity and corrective action; internal audit; defined roles, responsibilities and authorities; control of externally provided processes, products and services; a draft Contract Quality Plan specific to the scope of work; QCP/Checklist/ITP as per Scope of Works; and Form A completed and signed. Sample Quality Control Plans (QCPs/ITPs) for fabrication of pipe spools, pipe supports, ducting, heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels must be submitted, approved and signed off by a Quality Engineer.
Pricing Schedule
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfThe Pricing Schedule/BOQ must be in PDF format, with an upload size per document of 500 MB and a total submission restricted to 4 GB. The pricing schedule must be completed in the NEC Contract (TSC3 Pricing Data Option A) and submitted in PDF via e-tendering.
Financial Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Pricing Schedule/BOQ must be completed in the NEC Contract (TSC3 Pricing Data Option A) and submitted in PDF format via e-tendering. The upload size per document is 500 MB, total submission restricted to 4 GB.
Payment terms:
Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders if tendered prices are not market-related.
Cataloguing: The successful tenderer may be required to provide cataloguing information per item after award. If required, the pricing schedule must include a line item for cataloguing, which Eskom will pay for.
No performance security is required.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility criteria:
Mandatory compliance documents:
CIDB requirements are not applicable.
Contract Skills Development Goals and Contract Participation Goals are not applicable.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Specific Goals are scored out of 10 points in accordance with the PPPFA. Proof of B-BBEE status level of contributor means a B-BBEE status level certificate issued by an authorised body or person, a sworn affidavit as prescribed by the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice, or any other requirement prescribed in terms of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act. Tenderers are encouraged to set aside 2% for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
Health & Safety
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfSHE requirements include: Annexure B (SHE requirement for tender enquiries); an OHS plan aligned with the OHS specification and scope of work; costing for Safety Health and Environmental management (including medical fitness assessment, PPE, training); a Baseline Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology; a valid Letter of Good Standing; an OHS policy signed by the CEO/MD; and OHS competency evidence (CVs and qualifications, including LMI and LME certificates).
Environmental
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfEnvironmental requirements include: an Environmental Policy in line with ISO 14001:2015 signed by the CEO; an aspect and impact register or an environmental management plan relevant to the scope of work; an Environmental Management System Certificate (if certified) or an environmental management system manual or procedures; and a Waste Management Procedure or work instruction.
Contractual Terms
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfThe conditions of contract will be the NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC3). Contractual requirements include proof of CSD registration. Additional requirements may include SHEQ and financial viability (submission of financial statements). Contractual requirements are assessed after evaluation and ranking; failure to meet them may result in non-responsiveness. Payment terms: 30 days for contracts below R50 million, 60 days for contracts at or above R50 million. Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders if prices are not market-related. Main contractors are discouraged from subcontracting with subsidiary companies; if they do, it must be declared.
Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility criteria: Tenderers must not be under any restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies. Ineligible if: nationality of a country on an international sanctions list; submitting more than one tender; JV/consortium without joint and several liability; conflict of interest; tender signed by non-authorised persons; restricted by National Treasury; on the Tender Defaulters list; subcontracting 100% of the scope. Tenderers must be registered on CSD prior to award. Basic compliance requires meeting eligibility, submitting via e-tendering, and providing commercial, financial, and technical information.
Section
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) welding and fabrication.pdfFunctionality requirements are applicable. Mandatory technical criteria: ISO 3834-2 (SAIW Certification) and ISO 9001 Certification; each must be met or the tenderer is disqualified. Qualitative criteria weighted: Company Experience (20%), Workshop Facilities (30%), Machinery and Equipment (30%), Methodology (10%), Sample QCPs (10%). Minimum technical threshold is 70%. Prices are scored out of 90 points, Specific Goals out of 10 points, using the 90/10 preferential point system. Prices are evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, and compared using Net Present Value. Unconditional discounts are considered; conditional discounts are applied at payment.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 29 February 2026.xls (unknown)The tender is open to contractors (likely companies or individuals) capable of providing fabrication, rolling, and machining services. The document distinguishes between 'Employee', 'Personal Service Provider', and 'Service' types, indicating that eligibility may depend on the contractor's classification. Specific technical or financial criteria are not explicitly stated in the provided content, but applicants must complete all required information and comply with the submission process.
Technical Specifications
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 29 February 2026.xls (unknown)Else: ActiveSheet.Shapes.Range(Array("Button 4")).Visible = msoTrue
Contact Information
Source: Contractor basline risk assessment.pdf (unknown){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":"Date: Authorised by: Name","address":null}
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Contractor basline risk assessment.pdf (unknown)Eligibility criteria are not explicitly stated in the provided document, but based on the OHS focus, bidders are likely required to have: relevant experience in fabrication, rolling, and machining services; a valid OHS compliance record; and the capability to conduct risk assessments and implement safety controls. They must also comply with Eskom's vendor registration and procurement requirements, which are not detailed here.
Technical Specifications
Source: Contractor basline risk assessment.pdf (unknown)Cleaning of conveyors and chutes Fly ash Inhalation, ingestion and eye irritation. Health Damage to eye sight and lungs Safety signs, PPE(hearing protection) 4 B III FE Surveillance285, DeffectsProcedureReporting,32- Responsiblemanager Safety Cleaning of conveyors and chutes Defective hand tools pin
Health & Safety
Source: Contractor basline risk assessment.pdfThe document is an Occupational Health and Safety Baseline Risk Assessment template for Kusile Power Station. It identifies hazards, associated risks, consequences, existing controls, and legal requirements for activities such as cleaning conveyors and chutes, conditioner unblocking, conveying ash and gypsum, loading mixed ash, driving on ash dump, walking around the ash dump, inspection of yellow plant, constructing coal stockpile, driving at coal stockyard, coal stacking, offloading of coal, weighing trucks, spotting, coal feeding, general administrative computer work, and driving to destinations. Hazards include fly ash exposure, defective hand tools, slippery surfaces, elevated positions, moving conveyors, rotating equipment, vibrations, extreme weather, noise, sharp rotating equipment, inaccessible work areas, restricted work areas, suspended materials, tight locking pins, moving vehicles, wet materials, excessive dust, poor visibility, congestion, diesel fumes, ergonomic issues, poor ventilation, poor illumination, wet floors, insect and animal bites, natural elements, work-related stress, and COVID-19 outbreak. Controls include PPE, safety signs, pre-job briefs, inspections, medical surveillance, toolbox talks, job observations, barricading, dust suppression, speed limits, and following distances. Legal requirements include OHS Act s8(2)(c), OHS Act s8(2)e, GSR 2, and ERW 3 & 4.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.doc (unknown)Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
Bidders must not have any undisclosed conflicts of interest, including employment by the state or relationships with procuring institution personnel.
Bidders must not have engaged in collusive bidding or undisclosed communications with competitors.
Bidders must not have been involved in drafting the tender specifications.
Technical Specifications
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.doc (unknown)Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and further expressed in various pieces of legislation, it is required for the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A.doc (unknown)SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses whether any director or shareholder is employed by the state or connected to anyone at the procuring institution. A false declaration disqualifies the bid.
Description
Source: Link for the meeting.docxThe scope is the provision of fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station, for a period of 5 years during outages.
Important Dates
Source: Link for the meeting.docx (unknown)Non-compulsory clarification meeting: 12 August 2026 at 10:00, held via Microsoft Teams (meeting link and passcode provided in the tender pack).
Closing date and time: 04 September 2026 at 10:00.
Tender validity period: 273 days from the closing date and time.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Link for the meeting.docx (unknown)Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom eTendering site before the closing date and time. It is the bidder's responsibility to ensure the submission is received before the closing time. No physical delivery address is provided; all submissions are electronic.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Link for the meeting.docx (unknown)No explicit evaluation criteria are stated in the available document. Bidders should review the full tender document for the scoring method, preference points system, and any minimum qualifying thresholds.
Technical Specifications
Source: Link for the meeting.docx (unknown)The scope is the provision of fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station, for a period of 5 years, during outages. Bidders must read the tender documents before the clarification meeting.
Description
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.docxThe tender is for the provision of fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station over a 5-year period during outages. The document provided is a Contract Quality Plan template that bidders must complete to demonstrate how they will meet Eskom's quality management expectations.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.docx (unknown)Bidders must demonstrate capability in fabrication, rolling, and machining services.
A robust Quality Management System (QMS) is required to develop and implement the Contract Quality Plan.
Ability to manage sub-suppliers and comply with Eskom's quality and documentation requirements will be assessed.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Supplier risk category.docx (unknown)Bidders must be COID registered or compliant, or provide an equivalent for international suppliers. For companies with no employees, an insurance letter covering accidental death and disability to a minimum of R500,000 is acceptable. Joint ventures must be clearly identified in all submitted documents. All suppliers must undergo Eskom's OHS evaluation process.
Technical Specifications
Source: Supplier risk category.docx (unknown)Compliance Requirements
Source: Supplier risk category.docx (unknown)Bidders must submit a valid letter of good standing from the Compensation Fund or a licensed compensation insurer, or an equivalent for international suppliers. For companies with no employees, an insurance letter covering accidental death and disability to a minimum of R500,000 is required. Joint ventures must submit documents reflecting the joint venture name, and either a joint COID letter or individual letters from each company. All suppliers must undergo Eskom's OHS evaluation process as part of supplier registration.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Labour Taxation Questionnaire.pdf (unknown)No explicit eligibility criteria are stated in the document, but the questionnaire implies that the contractor must be a registered entity (company, CC, trust) or individual. The contractor must be able to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services. They must also comply with tax regulations, particularly regarding labour broker or personal services company classification.
Technical Specifications
Source: Labour Taxation Questionnaire.pdf (unknown)supply
Eskom with a valid, original or certified copy of an IRP30 for the
current tax year, within 30 days?
Compliance Requirements
Source: Labour Taxation Questionnaire.pdf (unknown)Bidders must complete and submit the Labour Taxation Questionnaire (Appendix H) to determine their classification for PAYE purposes. The questionnaire assesses whether the entity is a labour broker or personal services company, based on factors such as provision of labour, control over work, tools and equipment, income dependency on Eskom, and prior SARS classification. A false declaration or failure to notify Eskom of changes may affect the contract.
Requirements
Source: Labour Taxation Questionnaire.pdf (unknown)Bidders must complete the Labour Taxation Questionnaire (Appendix H) to confirm their tax classification. The questionnaire covers whether the entity provides labour to Eskom, is a labour broker, can supply an IRP30 within 30 days, is a company/CC/trust, whether services are provided by connected persons, number of employees, training provided by Eskom, control over tools and equipment, percentage of income from Eskom, Eskom's control over working hours and supervision, presence of employment contract elements, payment for no work, and prior classification by SARS. Bidders must also undertake to inform Eskom of any changes to the information provided.
Description
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B (002).docxThe tender covers fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station, on an as-and-when-required basis for 5 years during outages.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B (002).docx (unknown)Bidders must be capable of providing fabrication, rolling, and machining services.
Compliance with Eskom's OHS requirements is mandatory.
Eskom may request references or testimonials for similar work; bidders should be prepared to provide these.
The acknowledgement form (Annexure B) must be signed by an authorised representative.
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B (002).docx (unknown)Scope: fabrication, rolling, and machining services for Kusile Power Station.
Duration: 5 years, during outages.
Work is on an as-and-when-required basis.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B (002).docx (unknown)Bidders must comply with Eskom's OHS requirements, including:
After award, the contractor must align its processes to Eskom's OHS policies, procedures, and standards.
Penalties apply for non-compliance with OHS requirements.
All employees must undergo relevant Eskom and company inductions.
The main contractor is accountable for managing its subcontractors' OHS compliance, including audits and assessments.
Eskom may terminate work by subcontractors for non-compliance.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 28 February 2026.doc (unknown)Tax classification determines eligibility and payment terms. Bidders must complete the PAYE questionnaire to establish whether they are an independent contractor, personal service provider, labour broker, or dependent contractor. Key factors include number of employees, income concentration, place of work, and control or supervision by Eskom. Non-resident bidders must sign Appendix 9 and are subject to review by Eskom's Group Tax Department.
Technical Specifications
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 28 February 2026.doc (unknown)Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd Registration Number 2002/015527/00
Compliance Requirements
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack Template for 01 March 2025 to 28 February 2026.doc (unknown)PAYE Questionnaire (Supplier Evaluation Pack): must be completed and signed to determine tax classification and whether PAYE must be withheld from payments. Affidavits and declarations (Appendices 1-9) must be signed as directed by the questionnaire answers; failure to sign results in PAYE being withheld. Completed pack must be submitted to Eskom with a copy to [email protected].
Contact Information
Source: 240-12248652_Catergory 3 List of Tender Returnables Rev 7.pdf (TENDER)Eskom representative: Veronica Mpe. No email or phone provided.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-12248652_Catergory 3 List of Tender Returnables Rev 7.pdf (TENDER)Bidders are evaluated on their quality management system compliance. The evaluation is based on a scoring system across five sections:
Total possible score: 12 points. Bidders must achieve a score of 1 on each applicable section to pass.
Quality Management
Source: 240-12248652_Catergory 3 List of Tender Returnables Rev 7.pdf (TENDER)Form A must be completed and signed as part of the quality requirements.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-12248652_Catergory 3 List of Tender Returnables Rev 7.pdf (TENDER)Bidders must demonstrate a Quality Management System that is either ISO 9001 certified or compliant with ISO 9001:2015, with objective evidence of implementation. No other compliance requirements stated.
Section
Source: 240-12248652_Catergory 3 List of Tender Returnables Rev 7.pdfThe evaluation uses a quality-based scoring system with five sections: Section A (7 points) for QMS documentation, Section B (2 points) for QMS operation evidence, Section C (1 point) for a draft Contract Quality Plan, Section D (1 point) for a draft Inspection and Test Plan or Quality Control Plan, and Section E (1 point) for a completed Form A. Total possible score is 12 points.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Supplier Declaration of Interest Template (1).docx (unknown)Returnable documents: the Supplier Declaration of Interest Template must be completed, signed, and submitted with the bid. The declaration requires the signatory to certify under oath that the information is true and correct, and to disclose any conflicts of interest involving Eskom employees or directors. False declarations will disqualify the bid and may lead to legal action.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Supplier Declaration of Interest Template (1).docx (unknown)No explicit eligibility criteria are stated in the document, but suppliers must be legally registered entities and must not have conflicts of interest with Eskom employees or directors. They must be able to provide fabrication, rolling, and machining services for power station outages. False declarations will disqualify and may lead to legal action.
Technical Specifications
Source: Supplier Declaration of Interest Template (1).docx (unknown)I, the undersigned [insert full name of signatory]…………………………………………, in my capacity as [insert capacity, i.e., member, director, partner, etc.] …………………………………………... of the supplier [insert registered full legal name of the supplying entity AND their company registration number] ………………....................................................., certify under oath that, to the best of my knowledge, the information furnished herein is true and correct. I accept that Eskom reserves its right to act against the supplier named above or me personally in terms hereof, should this declaration prove to be false.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-109253302 _ Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP or ITP) rev 2.docx (unknown)Not explicitly stated in the provided document; typically, ESKOM tenders require relevant experience, financial stability, and compliance with South African regulations. Bidders should have proven capability in similar industrial fabrication and machining services.
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-109253302 _ Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP or ITP) rev 2.docx (unknown)The tender requires a Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP/ITP) to be completed and approved. The plan must list activities with intervention points (Hold, Witness, Document Review, Surveillance, Verification), categories (Statutory/Non-statutory), inspection and test methods (e.g., Visual, Microscopy, NDT, Liquid/Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy), controlling documents, acceptance criteria, and records. Approval signatures are required from the Contractor/Supplier, Subcontractor (where applicable), Eskom, and an Approved Inspection Authority (AIA) where applicable. Intervention point legend defines levels of testing, inspection, witness, and document review (100% or sample).
Important Dates
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER){"closingDate":"01 April 2023"}
Contact Information
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":null,"address":"proposals in the table below for developing the skills of unemployed"}
Submission Guidelines
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)Returnable forms — all must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid:
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)Scoring uses the 90/10 preference point system under the PPPFA.
Level 1 = 10 points, Level 2 = 9, Level 3 = 6, Level 4 = 5, Level 5 = 4, Level 6 = 3, Level 7 = 2, Level 8 = 1, Non-compliant = 0.
Technical Specifications
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)Scope: Provision of fabrication, rolling and machining services for Kusile Power Station.
Financial Requirements
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)Pricing must be submitted using the Price Schedule included with the tender documents.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory compliance documents:
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)B-BBEE status level points under the 90/10 system: Level 1 = 10, Level 2 = 9, Level 3 = 6, Level 4 = 5, Level 5 = 4, Level 6 = 3, Level 7 = 2, Level 8 = 1, Non-compliant = 0.
Contractual Terms
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdfContract duration: 5 years.
Special Conditions
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)SDL&I Penalty and Performance Security: Eskom will apply a penalty of 1.5% of the Contract Value for failure to meet SDL&I obligations.
Requirements
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdf (TENDER)Objective criteria: Not mandatory but a condition for contract award; failure may lead to the second-ranked bidder being recommended.
Section
Source: SDLI Bidders.pdfScoring uses the 90/10 preference point system under the PPPFA.
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.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Address
KUSILE POWER STATION - WITBANK - EMALAHLENI/VICTOR KHANYE - 1035
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R 4 124 010
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Based on 4 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
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