36-Month grounds maintenance, horticulture, and invasive plant control services for ESKOM (matla power station & kriel town)

Returnable Documents: Not specified in the provided text. Verify the tender document for exact requirements.

Submit the SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form as part of your bid. Proof of B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor (certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed proof) is mandatory to claim preference points. Failure to submit proof results in zero preference points for B-BBEE.

If sub-contracting:

• Disclose whether any portion of the contract will be sub-contracted (tick YES/NO).
• If YES, provide: percentage of contract to be sub-contracted, sub-contractor name, B-BBEE status level of the sub-contractor, and whether the sub-contractor is an EME or QSE.
• Specify if sub-contracting with a designated group (e.g., 51%+ owned by Black people, youth, women, people with disabilities, rural/underdeveloped area residents, cooperatives, or military veterans) or any EME/QSE.

Certify that all information is true and correct. Fraudulent B-BBEE claims or non-compliance may lead to disqualification, cost recovery, contract cancellation, blacklisting (up to 10 years), or criminal prosecution.

Mandatory returnable documents:

• SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form (fully completed).
• Proof of B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor (certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed proof).

Company/firm details to be provided:

• Name of company/firm.
• VAT registration number.
• Company registration number.
• Type of company/firm (Partnership/Joint Venture/Consortium, Sole Proprietorship, Close Corporation, Company, (Pty) Ltd).
• Principal business activities (description).
• Company classification (Manufacturer, Supplier, Professional Service Provider, Other Service Provider).
• Total number of years the company/firm has been in business.

Signatures and witnesses:

• Authorized signatures of bidders.
• Date and address.

Evaluation uses the 80/20 preference point system:

• 80 points for price, calculated using the formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where Ps = points scored, Pt = bid price, Pmin = lowest acceptable bid price.
• 20 points for B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor, awarded as follows: Level 1 = 20, Level 2 = 18, Level 3 = 14, Level 4 = 12, Level 5 = 8, Level 6 = 6, Level 7 = 4, Level 8 = 2, Non-compliant = 0.

Total points (Price + B-BBEE) must not exceed 100. The bid value exceeds R50,000,000, so the 80/20 system applies.

B-BBEE compliance is mandatory. Submit valid proof of B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor (e.g., certificate from an authorized body, sworn affidavit per B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice, or other prescribed proof). Failure to submit proof results in zero preference points.

Disclose sub-contracting details if applicable, including percentage, sub-contractor name, B-BBEE status, and EME/QSE status. Fraudulent B-BBEE claims or non-compliance may result in disqualification, cost recovery, contract cancellation, blacklisting (up to 10 years), or criminal prosecution.

Bidders must be registered entities (Partnership, Sole Proprietorship, Close Corporation, Company, or (Pty) Ltd) and provide valid VAT and company registration numbers. Disclose principal business activities and years in operation.

The SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form is mandatory for all bids. It serves as the claim form for B-BBEE preference points under the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017.

Key requirements:

• Study the General Conditions, Definitions, and Directives for B-BBEE as prescribed in the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017 before completing the form.
• Submit proof of B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor (certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed proof). Failure to submit proof means no preference points are claimed.
• The purchaser may require substantiation of B-BBEE claims at any time.

Definitions:

• B-BBEE: Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment as defined in the B-BBEE Act.
• B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor: Status per B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice.
• EME: Exempted Micro Enterprise.
• QSE: Qualifying Small Business Enterprise.
• Proof of B-BBEE Status: Certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed proof.

Points for B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor (80/20 system):

• Level 1: 20 points
• Level 2: 18 points
• Level 3: 14 points
• Level 4: 12 points
• Level 5: 8 points
• Level 6: 6 points
• Level 7: 4 points
• Level 8: 2 points
• Non-compliant: 0 points

Sub-contracting disclosure is mandatory:

• Indicate whether any portion of the contract will be sub-contracted (YES/NO).
• If YES, provide:
• Percentage of the contract to be sub-contracted.
• Name of the sub-contractor.
• B-BBEE status level of the sub-contractor.
• Whether the sub-contractor is an EME or QSE.
• If sub-contracting with a designated group (e.g., 51%+ owned by Black people, youth, women, people with disabilities, rural/underdeveloped area residents, cooperatives, or military veterans) or any EME/QSE.

Certification and acknowledgment:

• The bidder must certify that all information is true and correct.
• Preference points claimed must align with the General Conditions.
• The purchaser may require documentary proof of B-BBEE status at any time.
• Fraudulent B-BBEE claims or non-compliance may result in:
• Disqualification from the bidding process.
• Recovery of costs, losses, or damages.
• Contract cancellation and damages claimed.
• Blacklisting (up to 10 years) from obtaining business from any organ of state.
• Criminal prosecution.

The 80/20 preference point system applies to this bid, as the estimated value exceeds R50,000,000 (all taxes included).

Points allocation:

• Price: 80 points (maximum).
• B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor: 20 points (maximum).
• Total points must not exceed 100.

Price points are calculated using the formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where:

• Ps = Points scored for the bid under consideration.
• Pt = Price of the bid under consideration.
• Pmin = Price of the lowest acceptable bid.

Technical Evaluation Team (TET) Members: Bethuel Moeng (Senior Advisor Environmental), Lutendo Murovhi (Environmental Manager Acting).

Mandatory: Pest Control Licence required. Minimum technical threshold: 75% in qualitative evaluation. Qualitative criteria (100% weighting): 1) Site Manager qualifications: National Diploma in Horticulture/Nature Conservation/Environmental Management with >3 years experience (20%), 3 years (15%), or <2 years (5%). 2) Proof of similar experience: References from >3 years (35%), <3 years (15%), or <2 years (5%). 3) Brush cutter operators: 10x with certificates (10%) or 5x with certificates (5%). 4) Alien/invasive control proposal: Acceptable (removal, control, storage, disposal, herbicides, dosages) (30%), partial (20%), or unacceptable (10%). 5) Material Safety Data Sheets: Up-to-date (<5 years) (5%) or outdated (0%).

Scope: 36-month contract for Grounds Maintenance, Horticultural Services, and Alien/Invasive Plant Removal and Control at Matla Power Station, Kriel Town Eskom Offices, and Flats. Key deliverables: Horticulture services, alien/invasive plant removal and control, and grounds maintenance. Proposal must detail: Methods for removal, control, storage, disposal, herbicides, and dosages for each species in scope.

Mandatory: Pest Control Licence (PCO licence holder and weed control certificate must correspond). B-BBEE compliance referenced but no specific level required.

Closing date and time: 19 June 2026 at 10h00. Non-compulsory clarification meeting: 09 June 2026 at 11h00 via MS Teams (join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/353808406933647?p=lqPrgg6k3pvo01htD0, Meeting ID: 353 808 406 933 647, Passcode: xu9DT28D). Clarification queries deadline: 5 working days before closing (14 June 2026). Tender validity period: 180 days from closing date.

Eskom Representative: Rhandzu Phakula. Tel: 017 612 6966. Email: [email protected]. All queries must be directed to this representative in writing. MS Teams link for clarification meeting: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/353808406933647?p=lqPrgg6k3pvo01htD0. Fraud/corruption reporting: 0800 11 2722 or [email protected].

Submit electronically via Eskom E-Tendering portal (https://eTendering.eskom.co.za) by 19 June 2026 at 10h00. Upload all documents under the folders: Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other. Required formats: PDF for all documents, plus Excel for the price list (submit both PDF and Excel versions). Maximum upload size: 500MB per document, 4GB total. No ZIP files or hard copies accepted. Resubmissions are allowed, but only the latest version will be considered; all prior submissions become null and void. Ensure the submission status is marked as 'complete'. Mandatory returnables at closing (disqualifiable if missing/incomplete): Annexures A-J (Authorisation Form, Acknowledgement Form, Tenderer’s Particulars, Integrity Declaration Form, CPA for Local/Foreign Goods/Services, SBD 6.2, SBD 1, SBD 6.1, SBD 4, E-tendering Help Manual). Non-compliance with submission format, deadlines, or mandatory returnables results in disqualification.

Evaluation occurs in stages: eligibility, mandatory technical criteria, functionality, and pricing. Eligibility criteria: Tenderers must not be on international sanctions lists, Eskom Tender Defaulters list, or restricted by National Treasury. No conflict of interest (e.g., shared majority shareholders, access to rival bids). Tenders must be signed by authorised persons. Joint ventures/consortia must explicitly state joint-and-several liability. Cannot subcontract 100% of scope. Only one tender per entity (or as JV/consortium partner). Mandatory technical criteria (gatekeeper): Pest Control Licence (PCO) with corresponding weed control certificate. Functionality evaluation: Minimum threshold of 75% (qualitative criteria include site manager qualifications, proof of similar experience, brush cutter operator certificates, alien/invasive control proposal, and MSDS currency). Pricing evaluation: Inclusive of VAT, corrected for errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for deviations, and compared via Net Present Value. Preference points: 90/10 or 80/20 system (determined post-submission based on lowest acceptable tender). Specific Goals: Up to 20 points for B-BBEE status (see compliance for documentation). Objective criteria: Not mandatory but a condition for contract award; failure may lead to second-ranked tenderer being awarded. Disqualifiers: Late submissions, incomplete/missing mandatory returnables, failure to attend mandatory meetings (if applicable), non-compliance with Safety/Quality/Environmental contractual requirements (7-day grace period post-evaluation), submission of ZIP files or hard copies.

Scope: Provision of grounds maintenance, horticultural services, alien and invasive plant removal and control at Matla Power Station, Kriel Town, Eskom Offices, and Flats for 36 months. Mandatory technical requirements: Pest Control Licence (PCO) with corresponding weed control certificate. Site Manager: National Diploma in Horticulture/Nature Conservation/Environmental Management + >3 years practical experience. 10x brush cutter operators with training certificates. Proposal must detail: removal/control methods, storage, disposal, herbicides (types and dosages). Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals/herbicides (must be <5 years old). Contractual requirements: Safety (COIDA certificate), Quality, Environmental, SDL&I. Contract terms: NEC 3 Term Service Contract. CIDB grading: Level 7 for Landscaping and Horticulture works. Additional documents: ECSA/SACPCMP registrations, CVs, permits/licenses as per scope.

Pricing: Submit in PDF and Excel formats. Payment terms: Contracts <R50M: 30 days from undisputed invoice receipt. Contracts >R50M: 60 days from undisputed invoice receipt. Eskom may negotiate prices if not market-related. Performance security: Not applicable for this tender. SDL&I financial implications: 3% of contract value retained per invoice (excluding VAT) until SDL&I obligations are fulfilled. Subcontracting: Mandatory for contracts >R30M (30% to EME/QSE 51% black-owned from Kriel/Matla feeder areas). Subcontracting scope may include: Safety PPE, medical clearance, accommodation, transport, resources, tools, consumables, site establishment/de-establishment.

Mandatory returnables at tender closing (disqualifiable if missing/incomplete): Annexures A-J (Authorisation Form, Acknowledgement Form, Tenderer’s Particulars, Integrity Declaration Form, CPA for Local/Foreign Goods/Services, SBD 6.2, SBD 1, SBD 6.1, SBD 4, E-tendering Help Manual). CSD Registration: Valid and current CSD number/report. Tax: Certified tax clearance certificate (local tenderers) or SARS e-filing PIN. Foreign tenderers with SA footprint: tax clearance certificate; no footprint: SBD1 only. B-BBEE: Valid certificate (SANAS-accredited) or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs). Supporting documents: Proof of ownership/shareholding (CIPC), certified ID copies of shareholders, disability proof (if applicable). Employment Equity: Proof of compliance (SA tenderers only). COIDA: Original certificate of good standing or proof of application (SA tenderers only). Financials: Latest approved annual financial statements (audited/reviewed/compiled) + signed director’s/auditor’s report. For unincorporated JVs/SPVs: each partner must submit financials. Public Interest Score (non-audited SA entities) + ITA34C for current/previous years. Due Diligence: Latest financial statements (no drafts/management accounts). CIDB: Proof of grading (Level 7 for Landscaping/Horticulture). Professional registrations: ECSA/SACPCMP/CVs/permits/licenses as per scope. SDL&I: B-BBEE Improvement/Retention Plan (within 30 days of contract signing), local procurement content (100% target), job creation/retenance proposals, skills development commitments (SETA-aligned).

Submit the following returnable documents: Completed Integrity Declaration Form (Annexure A) with all required tables filled. This includes: Declarations of interest or relationships with Eskom/state employees, directors, or their related parties (as defined by the Companies Act). Confirmation of fair tendering practices, including no history of bid rigging, collusion, or procurement fraud. Proof of authorisation for remunerative work outside the public sector (if applicable). Proof of shared controlling partners or relationships with other tenderers (if applicable). For joint ventures: A signed copy of the joint venture agreement stating joint and several liability and lead partner authorisation to sign, incur liabilities, receive instructions/payments, and execute the contract on behalf of all partners.

Required returnable documents: Integrity Declaration Form (Annexure A) with all sections completed. This includes: Declaration of Interest: Disclose if tenderer’s employees/directors are also state/Eskom employees or related to Eskom personnel involved in evaluation/adjudication/negotiation. Define 'related' as per Companies Act (e.g., marital, consanguinity, control, subsidiaries). Declare shared controlling partners or relationships with other tenderers that could influence the process. Declaration of Fair Tendering Practices: Confirm no abuse of procurement process (e.g., bid rigging, collusion) or fraud. Answer 'Yes/No' to: Listing on National Treasury’s Database of Restricted Suppliers or Register for Tender Defaulters. Convictions for procurement-related fraud/corruption in the past 5 years. Prohibition from doing business with international financial institutions. Signed declaration by authorised representative confirming accuracy of information and understanding of Supplier Integrity Pact. For Joint Ventures: Signed declaration by lead partner confirming authorisation to act on behalf of the JV. Attach JV agreement with joint and several liability clauses and lead partner authorisation.

Disqualification criteria: Tenderer or its directors must not be listed on National Treasury’s Database of Restricted Suppliers or Register for Tender Defaulters. No convictions for procurement-related fraud or corruption in the past 5 years. Not prohibited from doing business with international financial institutions. Relationship disclosures: Must declare if tenderer’s employees/directors are also Eskom/state employees or related to Eskom personnel involved in evaluation, adjudication, or negotiation. Must declare shared controlling partners or relationships with other tenderers that could influence the process. Joint ventures: Lead partner must be authorised to sign on behalf of the JV. JV agreement must include joint and several liability clauses.

Mandatory compliance: Not listed on National Treasury’s Database of Restricted Suppliers or Register for Tender Defaulters. No convictions for fraud/corruption in procurement processes in the past 5 years. Not prohibited by international financial institutions. Disclosure requirements: Declare any relationships with Eskom employees/directors or other tenderers that could influence the process. For joint ventures: Confirm joint and several liability and lead partner authorisation in the JV agreement. All declarations must be signed and accompanied by proof where applicable.

Contract period: 36 months (3 years). Starting date: To be confirmed (TBC). Service Manager response period for queries: Within 5 working days. Contractor must submit first plan for acceptance within 2 weeks of contract start date. Task Order programme must be submitted within 5 days of receiving a Task Order.

Service Manager: T.B.C. Address: Eskom Holdings SOC LTD, Matla Power Station, Private Bag X5012, KRIEL, 2271. Engineering Contract Strategies (for contract documents): Tel 011 803 3008, Fax 086 539 1902, www.ecs.co.za. Registered office: Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg. Adjudicator Nominating Body: Chairman of ICE-SA (www.ice-sa.org.za) or Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA).

Submit the following returnable documents as part of your bid: Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1), Contract Data provided by the Contractor (C1.2b), Proforma Guarantees (C1.3), Schedule of Deviations (if applicable), Price List (C2.2), and any other documents listed in the Tender Data or Returnable Schedules. All deviations or amendments must be recorded in the Schedule of Deviations. Alternative tenders must be submitted on a separate Form of Offer and Acceptance. Failure to submit required securities, bonds, guarantees, or proof of insurance within two weeks of contract award may result in disqualification.

General: Must be a registered legal entity in South Africa. Must have a valid CIDB registration. Must comply with all South African laws, including labor, health and safety, and environmental regulations. Must have the necessary experience and capacity to deliver the services as per the scope of work. B-BBEE: Must have a valid B-BBEE verification certificate. Must maintain or improve B-BBEE status throughout the contract duration; failure to report changes may result in termination. Financial: Must demonstrate financial stability and capability to fulfill the contract obligations. Must provide required guarantees, bonds, or securities as per the contract terms. Technical: Must possess the required equipment, personnel, and technical expertise to perform the services. Must have prior experience in similar projects, particularly in grounds maintenance and invasive plant control.

Scope: Provision of Grounds Maintenance, Horticultural Services, Alien and Invasive Plants Removal and Control at Matla Power Station, Kriel Town Eskom Offices, and Flats. Key deliverables: Maintain all outdoor areas, including ash dam offices, pump houses, powerlines, and pipelines, free of weeds, grass, and invasive plants. Equipment requirements: Minimum inventory includes 2x LDV Bakkies, 1x 4x4 LDV Bakkie, 3x 55kW tractors, 1x 45kW tractor, 30x brush cutters, 5x ride-on mowers, 8x push mowers, 6x chainsaws, 8x leaf blowers/vacuums, 3x road sweepers, consumables (fertilizers, herbicides, fuel, rakes, brooms), and miscellaneous equipment (e.g., cherry picker, mulcher, wood chipper). Personnel requirements: 1x Site Manager, 1x Horticulturist, 2x Pest Control Officers, 3x Supervisors, 30x Brush Cutter Operators (certified), 15x Gardeners/General Workers, 4x Employee Transport Drivers, 1x Safety Officer, 2x Assistant Safety Officers, and 5x Ride-On Mower Operators. Health and Safety: Contractor must comply with Construction Regulations 2014, Occupational Health & Safety Act, and Employer’s health and safety rules. Environmental compliance: Adhere to all applicable environmental laws and regulations. Asbestos management: Employer ensures compliance with Asbestos Regulations; Contractor may stop work if unsafe asbestos conditions are identified.

Pricing format: Option A (Priced Contract with Price List). Submit a detailed Price List (C2.2) with lump sum or rate-based items. Prices must include VAT at 15%. Payment terms: Assessment interval as per Task Order. Payments made within 30 days or more, per Eskom finance procedures. Interest rate: Publicly quoted prime rate (Standard Bank of South Africa) for Rand amounts; LIBOR for other currencies. Tax invoice: Must be submitted within one week of receiving a payment certificate. Include Eskom’s VAT number (4740101508) on all invoices. Failure to submit a correct tax invoice delays payment. Price adjustment: Option X1 (Price Adjustment for Inflation) applies, with base date as the month before tender closing. 15% non-adjustable portion; 85% linked to indices. Forecasts of final total Prices must be submitted every two weeks.

CIDB Registration: Tenderer’s CIDB registration number must be provided in the Form of Offer and Acceptance. B-BBEE: Contractor must notify Employer within 7 days of any change in B-BBEE status. Updated B-BBEE verification certificate and supporting documentation must be submitted within 30 days of notification. Employer may re-negotiate or terminate the contract if B-BBEE status decreases. Joint Ventures: All parties in a joint venture are jointly and severally liable. Notify Service Manager of key authorized person within two weeks of contract date. Changes to joint venture composition require Employer’s written consent. Insurance: Contractor must provide proof of insurance as per Contract Data. Confidentiality: Contractor must not disclose contract-related information without Employer’s consent. Ethics: Prohibited actions (coercive, collusive, corrupt, fraudulent, obstructive) may result in termination. Contractor must cooperate with investigations into alleged prohibited actions.

Purpose: Any natural or juristic person may submit a bid. The process adheres to principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as per the South African Constitution and relevant legislation. Bidders must complete the required disclosure form.

Department: Supply Chain Management. No specific name, email, phone, or address provided.

Submit the following returnable document: SBD4 Bidder’s Disclosure form (fully completed and signed).

Disqualification risks:

• Bidder or any connected person is listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
• Disclosure form is incomplete or false.
• Evidence of collusion, restrictive practices, or prior consultations with competitors or Eskom officials.
• Bid terms disclosed to competitors before official bid opening or contract award.
• Bidder involved in drafting specifications or terms of reference for this bid.

Note: Communication between joint venture or consortium partners is not considered collusive bidding.

Signature and date required on the SBD4 form. Include the position and name of the bidder.

Evaluation is based on compliance and exclusions. Open to natural or juristic persons.

Automatic disqualification applies if:

• Bidder or connected persons are state employees and this is not disclosed.
• Bidder is listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers.
• Bidder has prior convictions for corrupt practices or collusive bidding.
• Bidder fails to declare relationships with Eskom officials or competing bidders.

Legal compliance required:

• Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
• Competition Act (No. 89 of 1998).

Mandatory disclosures:

• State employment status of directors, trustees, shareholders, members, partners, or any person with controlling interest in the enterprise (include names, ID numbers, and state employee numbers if applicable).
• Relationships with any person employed by Eskom (procuring institution).
• Interest in any related enterprise, whether or not bidding for this contract.

Non-compliance may lead to:

• Disqualification of the bid.
• Legal action under PFMA SCM Instruction 22, Competition Act, or Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
• Restriction from conducting business with the public sector for up to 10 years.

Legal consequences of non-compliance:

• Suspicious bids may be reported to the Competition Commission for investigation and penalties under Section 59 of the Competition Act.
• Bids may be reported to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) for criminal investigation.
• Bidders may be restricted from public sector business for up to 10 years under the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
• False declarations may result in bid rejection or action under PFMA SCM Instruction 22.

Bidder declaration requirements:

• Confirmation that the bidder has read and understood the disclosure form.
• Acknowledgment that the bid will be disqualified if the disclosure is incomplete or false.

This Standard Bidding Document (SBD 6.2) must form part of all bids. It serves as a declaration form for local content (local production and local content are used interchangeably) and contains general information for bidders.

Required returnable documents: SBD 6.2 Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content, and Annex C (Local Content Declaration: Summary Schedule). Bids may be disqualified if these are not submitted. Declarations D and E must be retained by the bidder for verification purposes for at least 5 years. The successful bidder must continuously update Declarations C, D, and E with actual values for the duration of the contract. The obligation to complete, sign, and submit these declarations cannot be transferred to a third party. The Procurement Authority reserves the right to verify local content as per SATS 1286:2011. Submission of incorrect or unverifiable data may result in remedies under Regulation 14 of the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017.

The declaration must be signed and dated by the declarant, with two witnesses also signing and dating the document.

Bidders must be capable of providing the specified services for the full 36-month contract period and comply with South African laws, particularly the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017. Local content: Bidders must meet or exceed the stipulated minimum threshold for local production and content. Imported content must be disclosed, and SARB exchange rates (as of the bid advertisement date at 12:00) must be used for calculations. A two-stage bidding process may apply: Stage 1 evaluates the minimum threshold for local production and content, and Stage 2 evaluates price and B-BBEE. Failure to submit required local content declarations (SBD 6.2 and Annex C) may result in disqualification. All declarations must be accurate and verifiable.

Scope: Provision of Grounds Maintenance, Horticultural, Alien and Invasive Plants Removal and Control Services at Matla Power Station, Kriel Town, Eskom Offices, and Flats for a 36-month period. Local content requirements apply as per SATS 1286:2011. Bidders must declare if any portion of goods or services has imported content and provide SARB exchange rates (as of the bid advertisement date at 12:00) for calculations. Sub-contracting must not reduce the local content of the overall contract value below the stipulated minimum threshold.

Local Content: Must comply with Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017 (Regulation 8). Only locally produced or manufactured goods with a stipulated minimum threshold for local content will be considered. Local content percentage must be calculated using the SATS 1286:2011 formula: LC = [1 - (imported content in Rand / bid price in Rand excluding VAT)]

• 100. Proof of SARB exchange rates used must be submitted. Sub-contracting must not reduce local content below the stipulated threshold. B-BBEE: May be evaluated in Stage 2 of the bidding process if applicable. Non-compliance with local content or submission of incorrect data may result in remedies under Regulation 14 of the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017.

If challenges arise in meeting the stipulated minimum threshold for local content after award, the dti must be informed for verification and directives in consultation with the Accounting Officer/Authority.

The Procurement Authority reserves the right to verify local content as per SATS 1286:2011. The award of the bid depends on the accuracy of the submitted information. Submission of incorrect or unverifiable data may result in remedies under Regulation 14 of the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017, as per the Preferential Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000).

Bids may be disqualified if the SBD 6.2 Declaration Certificate and Annex C (Local Content Declaration: Summary Schedule) are not submitted as part of the bid documentation.

Invitation to bid for the provision of grounds maintenance, horticultural services, and alien/invasive plant removal and control services at Matla Power Station, Kriel Town, Eskom Offices, and Flats for 36 months.

Enquiries for bidding procedures and technical information may be directed to the contact person at the Department/Public Entity. Contact details include telephone number, facsimile number, and email address. Specific names and numbers are not provided in the document.

Submit bids by the stipulated closing date and time to the correct bid box address. Late bids will not be accepted. Use only the official bid forms provided (do not re-type). Bidders must register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) to upload mandatory information (business registration, directorship/membership/ID numbers, tax compliance status, and banking details). If not registered on CSD, mandatory information cannot be submitted with the bid. A signed written contract form (SBD7) must be completed by the successful bidder. Bids must comply with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 2000 and Regulations 2017, as well as General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Failure to provide required particulars may render the bid invalid.

Bid response documents must be deposited in the bid box situated at the specified street address. Include: supplier information (name, postal address, street address, telephone number, cellphone number, facsimile number, email address, VAT registration number, TCS PIN or CSD number). Sign the bid and attach proof of authority to sign (e.g., resolution of directors).

Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) or provide mandatory business information. Must comply with tax obligations (submit Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS-issued PIN). Must provide B-BBEE status verification (certificate or sworn affidavit for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points. All required documentation must be submitted accurately and on time. Foreign suppliers must disclose if they are residents of South Africa, have a branch, permanent establishment, or income source in South Africa. If none apply, TCS/PIN from SARS is not required.

Provide grounds maintenance, horticultural services, and alien/invasive plant removal and control services at Matla Power Station, Kriel Town, Eskom Offices, and Flats for a period of 36 months.

Submit the total bid price, inclusive of all items offered. Pricing must be provided in the required format as part of the bid submission.

Register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and upload: business registration, directorship/membership/ID numbers, tax compliance status, and banking details. Submit Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS-issued PIN. If not registered on CSD, provide a CSD number. For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit separate proof of TCS/PIN/CSD number. Submit B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points. Foreign suppliers: confirm residency, branch, permanent establishment, or income source in South Africa. If none apply, TCS/PIN is not required. Bids are subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 2000, Preferential Procurement Regulations 2017, and General Conditions of Contract (GCC).

Submit a B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points. Certificates must be issued by: an accounting officer (Close Corporation Act), a verification agency accredited by SANAS, or a registered auditor.

The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form (SBD7).

This bid is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 2000, Preferential Procurement Regulations 2017, General Conditions of Contract (GCC), and any other applicable legislation or special conditions of contract. Failure to provide any required particulars may render the bid invalid.

Foreign suppliers must answer the following: Are you a resident of the Republic of South Africa (RSA)? Do you have a branch in the RSA? Do you have a permanent establishment in the RSA? Do you have any source of income in the RSA? If the answer is 'no' to all of the above, it is not a requirement to obtain a Tax Compliance Status or PIN from SARS.