Disposal of obsolete stock at ESKOM kriel power station – once-off agreement

• Contractors must fully comply with Eskom’s Contractor Health and Safety Standard (Document ID 32-136, Revision 4).
• Develop and submit a project-specific Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Specification and a detailed SHE Plan for Eskom’s approval before commencing any work.
• Maintain a comprehensive SHE File, including: risk assessments, hazard identifications, method statements, training records, permits to work, inspection reports, and audit findings. This file must be available for Eskom audits and inspections at all times.
• Conduct and update risk assessments for all tasks, with special attention to high-risk activities such as: working at heights, confined spaces, explosives, lifting operations, demolition, excavation, hazardous chemicals management, and radiography/NDT.
• Appoint competent Health and Safety Officers. For construction work, a full-time Construction Health and Safety Officer (registered with a statutory body approved by the Chief Inspector) may be required, depending on project size, hazards, and risks.
• Strictly enforce Eskom’s Life-Saving Rules: Isolate before touch, hook up at heights, buckle up, be sober, and ensure a valid Permit to Work is in place.
• Provide and maintain adequate site facilities in compliance with SANS 10400 and relevant construction regulations.
• Implement emergency preparedness measures, including first-aid provisions and access to a contracted emergency medical service (e.g., Netcare 911 – 086 1237 566).
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and statistical reporting on OHS metrics (e.g., incidents, lost-time injuries, near-misses, man-hours worked).
• Ensure all materials, equipment, and machinery conform to manufacturer safety standards and legislative requirements. Reclaimed materials must meet original safety specifications.
• Address specialized activities or operations not fully covered by the standard by developing additional SHE plans, procedures, or work instructions.

• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (OHS Act) and its Construction Regulations, including but not limited to sections 8, 9, 13, 15, 23, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, and 47.
• Adhere to the Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (MHS Act) where work is conducted in mining environments or on sites governed by mining legislation.
• Follow the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (NEMA) and its associated regulations, including the National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008.
• Comply with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (NRTA) for all vehicles, mobile plant, and transport operations.
• Ensure all personnel involved in construction or project management roles are registered with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) where legally required.
• Provide valid proof of company registration with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
• Demonstrate tax compliance with the South African Revenue Service (SARS).
• Maintain up-to-date Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration.
• Comply with Eskom’s internal policies and standards, including: 32-726 (SHE Requirements for the Eskom Commercial Process), 32-245 (Waste Management Procedure), 32-477 (SHE Training and Development), 32-418 (Working at Heights Standard), 32-123 (Emergency Planning), and 32-520 (Occupational Health & Safety Risk Assessment Procedure).

Evaluation will reference the following standards and policies: - ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. - Eskom Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Policy (32-727).

Scope: Disposal of obsolete stock at Kriel Power Station.

Safety and Compliance Requirements: - All work must adhere to Eskom Life-Saving Rules, which enforce zero tolerance for at-risk behaviors. - Key rules include: Electrical work: Must follow OPEN, ISOLATE, TEST, EARTH, BOND, and/or INSULATE BEFORE TOUCH, with valid permits, risk assessments, and appropriate PPE. Work at heights: Requires medical fitness, risk assessments, training, fall arrest systems, and secure access. Vehicle safety: Mandatory seatbelt use for all occupants in Eskom vehicles/equipment. Substance abuse: Zero tolerance for alcohol or drugs on Eskom sites or during business activities. Permit to Work (PTW): Required for high-risk activities, governed by Plant Safety Regulations or Operating Regulations for High Voltage Systems. - Contractors must ensure employees sign acknowledgment of Life-Saving Rules and comply with disciplinary processes for violations. - Eskom reserves the right to suspend contractor activities for violations.

Mandatory Compliance: - Adherence to Eskom Life-Saving Rules (zero tolerance for violations). - Contractors must: Ensure all employees are trained and acknowledge understanding of the rules. Investigate violations within 5 working days and provide Eskom with disciplinary outcomes. Remove violating employees from site immediately. - Alignment with referenced standards: ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. Eskom Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Policy (32-727). Occupational Health and Safety Act. National Road Traffic Act. - Permit to Work (PTW) compliance for applicable activities.

Submit a signed Annexure B (Acknowledgement of Eskom Rules) form. Requirements: 1. Must be signed by an authorized person (CEO/Director/Managing Director). 2. Must be witnessed by two individuals. 3. Confirms understanding of Eskom OHS requirements and consequences of non-compliance.

Scope: Disposal of obsolete stock at Kriel Power Station. Key requirements: 1. All employees (including contractors/suppliers) must undergo Eskom induction. 2. Main contractor/supplier must: a) Demonstrate selection criteria for appointing sub-contractors/suppliers. b) Notify Eskom prior to appointing any sub-contractors/suppliers. c) Ensure sub-contractors/suppliers have adequate resources and competencies. d) Monitor sub-contractors/suppliers for OHS compliance via audits/assessments. e) Provide grounds for termination of sub-contractor/supplier work if non-compliant. f) Handle all non-conformances of sub-contractors/suppliers directly.

Mandatory compliance: 1. Eskom Contractor Health and Safety Requirements Standard 32-136. 2. OHS specifications/requirements provided by Eskom. 3. Occupational Health and Safety Act. 4. Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act. Post-award: Supplier must align internal processes with Eskom OHS policies, procedures, and standards. Penalties apply for non-conformance by the main supplier or its sub-contractors/suppliers.

Submit the following with your tender response: 1. Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements form. 2. Project-specific OHS plan aligned with the scope of work (disposal, collection, and removal of obsolete stock). 3. Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) including the methodology used for identifying, assessing, and managing SHE risks. 4. Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent). 5. OHS policy signed by the CEO, compliant with OHS Act Section 7.

Scope: Disposal, collection, and removal of obsolete stock at Kriel Power Station. Key requirement: Demonstrate capacity to manage Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) risks for the entire removal process.

Mandatory compliance: 1. OHS legal requirements as per Eskom’s specifications. 2. Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing (or equivalent). 3. CEO-signed OHS policy compliant with OHS Act Section 7.

12 May 2026: Environmental review/sign-off date by Senior Advisor Environmental Management.

Tumelo Lekone, Senior Advisor Environmental Management.

Mandatory submission requirements: 1. Environmental Policy (with proof of communication to the project team). 2. Environmental Aspects and Impacts Register. 3. Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

Scope: Disposal of obsolete (OB) stock at Kriel Power Station. Contractor must: 1. Develop an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to manage activities with potential environmental impacts. 2. Identify and document environmental aspects and impacts related to the scope of work. 3. Maintain an Environmental Policy demonstrating commitment to pollution prevention, legal compliance, and continual improvement of environmental performance.

Contractor must: 1. Demonstrate commitment to legal and other environmental requirements. 2. Submit an Environmental Policy, Environmental Aspects and Impacts Register, and EMP. Note: Waste Transporter Certificate, Waste Management License, and Dangerous Goods certificates are explicitly marked as 'Not Required' for this tender.

Closing date: 2026-05-27 at 10:00 AM. Site visits or clarification meetings may be required; check the specific Tender Data for details. Failure to attend a compulsory meeting results in disqualification.

All communication must be directed to the Eskom Representative identified in the specific Invitation to Tender document. No queries may be addressed to other Eskom officials.

Submit the tender via the Eskom Tender Bulletin site on the Eskom E-tendering page. Ensure all documents (PDF/Excel) are uploaded and finalized before the closing date and time. The system will not allow changes or submissions after the deadline. No late tenders will be accepted. Ensure all mandatory returnables are completed and submitted.

Evaluation follows the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system as per PPPFA. Criteria include: 1. Functionality (if applicable), 2. Price, and 3. Specific Goals (B-BBEE). Failure to provide proof for Specific Goals results in zero points for that category. Eskom may conduct negotiations with selected tenderers.

The scope involves the disposal of obsolete stock located at the Kriel power station. Tenderers must familiarize themselves with all standardized specifications and documents incorporated by reference.

Rates and prices must be fixed for the duration of the contract unless otherwise stated. All prices must be in South African Rand and include all duties, taxes (including VAT), and levies applicable 14 days prior to the closing date.

Mandatory requirements include: 1. CSD registration, 2. Valid B-BBEE certificate or affidavit, 3. Proof of SHEQ systems, policies, and capabilities, 4. Proof of authority to act as an agent (if applicable), 5. Compliance with relevant legislation (OHS Act, COIDA, etc.), 6. CIDB registration (if applicable).

Compulsory clarification meeting: 25 May 2026 at 11h00 at Kriel Power Station (Materials Management Yard). Clarification queries must be submitted in writing at least 3 working days before the tender closing date of 27 May 2026 at 10h00.

Eskom Representative: Ntsako Machebe. Tel: 013 693 2872. Email: [email protected]. All queries must be in writing and directed only to this representative.

Submissions must be made electronically via the Eskom E-tendering site. No hard copies or zip/condensed files are accepted. Documents must be uploaded in PDF and Excel formats, with a limit of 50MB per file and a total submission limit of 900MB. Ensure the submission status is marked as 'complete'. Failure to submit mandatory returnables by the deadline will result in disqualification.

The tender follows an 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals). Pricing is evaluated inclusive of VAT, adjusted for arithmetical errors, and considers unconditional discounts. Specific goals are scored in accordance with PPPFA 2022 regulations; failure to provide evidence for specific goals results in 0 points for that category, not disqualification.

The scope involves the purchase, collection, and removal of obsolete stock from Kriel Power Station. The successful bidder must pay in full 3 days before collection and remove the stock within 7 working days of the agreement. The bidder is responsible for site cleanup, including any oil spills, and must obtain an Eskom permit before commencing work. A Safety and Environmental File is mandatory before work begins.

The tender is for a once-off agreement. The successful bidder must pay the full tendered amount upfront. Eskom reserves the right to negotiate prices if they are not market-related. Conditional discounts are not considered for evaluation but will be applied during payment.

Mandatory requirements include: CSD registration (report or number), completed Invitation to Tender document, SBD 1, SBD 4 (Bidders Disclosure), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points), and proof of authorization. Additional requirements include: valid COIDA certificate, CIPC company registration, and for scrap dealers/recyclers, a valid Second-Hand Goods Act certificate. Joint ventures must provide a formal agreement confirming joint and several liability.

For technical difficulties with the eTendering, Tender Bulletin, or OpenText systems, contact the buyer responsible for the published tender. No direct contact details (email/phone) are provided in the document.

Submissions must be made electronically via the Eskom eTendering portal (https://eTendering.eskom.co.za). Manual or physical submissions are not accepted. Process: 1. Register on the portal (requires a valid CSD number). 2. Complete all registration fields, including a contact number with a +27 prefix, and validate the CAPTCHA. 3. Verify your email by clicking the link sent to your registered address. 4. Log in using your verified email and password. 5. Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email. 6. Select the relevant tender reference number (e.g., E2897GXMPKRI). 7. Click 'Create New Submission' and note the disclaimers. 8. Upload files by: a) Naming the file, b) Selecting the correct category (Technical, Commercial, Finance, etc.), c) Choosing the file, d) Clicking 'Upload'. 9. Verify all required documents are uploaded under the correct categories. 10. Finalize submission by clicking 'Finalize Submission' (individual file limit: 50MB; total submission limit: 900MB). 11. Confirm submission via the pop-up message. 12. Save the automated confirmation email containing the submission ID for future reference. Risk: Incomplete or incorrectly categorized submissions may be disqualified.

Tenders may be sent directly to pre-selected suppliers who meet specific selection and evaluation criteria. No explicit scoring methodology, minimum thresholds, or preference points are provided in the available documentation. Suppliers should assume standard Eskom evaluation processes apply unless otherwise stated in the tender-specific documents.

Scope: Disposal of obsolete stock located at Kriel Power Station. Deliverables: Suppliers must upload all required documentation categorized as Technical, Commercial, or Finance. No additional technical specifications, standards, or service levels are provided in the available documentation.

Mandatory: Suppliers must have a valid CSD (Central Supplier Database) number to register and access the eTendering system. No additional compliance requirements (e.g., B-BBEE, CIDB, tax clearance) are specified in the provided documentation.