5-Year hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts at eskom’s kriel power station

• Submit a completed and signed Form A (240-68099512 Rev 9) as a mandatory returnable document.
• Select only one applicable category (e.g., Category 2 as indicated in the sample).
• Ensure the form is filled correctly to acknowledge and accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements.

• Must have ISO 9001 certification or an equivalent quality management system.
• Must undergo Category 2 pre-contract award quality assessment.
• Must demonstrate capability and capacity for the work.
• Must appoint a quality representative.

• Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis at Kriel Power Station for five years.
• Pre-contract award quality requirements apply.
• Category 2 quality requirements (clause 3.5.-105658000) are applicable.
• Post-contract award: Eskom will monitor contract execution and supplier quality performance.

• Must comply with Eskom’s Supplier Quality Requirements as per specification 240-105658000.
• Must comply with the ISO 9001 quality management standard.

Template-specific dates only: Effective Date: 01 April 2021, Next Review Date: 01 April 2026. Note: These are not tender deadlines. Refer to the tender listing for actual closing date and other critical dates.

Required submission: Complete and submit the Contract Quality Plan (CQP) template as part of your tender. Key actions: Fill in Supplier/Contract Name, Eskom Enquiry/Contract Number, and all 20 sections of the template. Ensure sections are fully addressed, including quality management procedures, resources, and processes. The template must be submitted per the tender’s instructions.

Qualification requirement: Demonstrate a robust Quality Management System (QMS) capable of meeting Eskom’s detailed planning, control, monitoring, and documentation requirements. Evaluation focus: Comprehensive completion of all 20 sections of the CQP template, including quality practices, standards, and compliance with SANS 466:2005 / ISO 10005:2005. No explicit scoring method or thresholds are provided in this document.

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis at Kriel Power Station for five years. Template requirements: Define the full scope of work in the CQP, including: Applicable scope categories (e.g., Construction/Installation/Maintenance). Communication channels with Eskom (e.g., emails, meetings, reporting). Organogram with roles, responsibilities, and qualifications. List of interfacing documents (processes, standards, codes, specifications). Suppliers/sub-suppliers and their monitoring plans. Index of items to be manufactured/refurbished/purchased. Quality control plans for onsite/offsite activities. Special controls for processes (e.g., welding, NDT/NDE). Documented information to be submitted to Eskom (e.g., QCP/ITP, certificates, inspection reports). Records control, concession/non-conformance management, databook management, tools/equipment management, customer property handling, product preservation, identification/traceability, and commissioning/post-delivery activities.

Returnable Documents: Not specified in the provided text.

General: Applicants must be legally registered entities capable of providing the required services. Compliance with South African regulatory and statutory requirements for equipment and operations is mandatory. Experience in providing similar services for power stations or industrial facilities is advantageous. Technical: Certification or accreditation for inspection and testing methods (e.g., NDT, TPI) is required. Must meet Eskom’s quality control and safety standards, including third-party inspections where applicable. Proven track record in hiring, installing, and operating suspended platforms and mobile lifts is essential. Documentation: Must produce and maintain documentation aligned with Eskom’s QCP/ITP templates and review processes. Must comply with Eskom’s document control policies (e.g., uncontrolled copies are the user’s responsibility).

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts at Kriel Power Station on an as-and-when-required basis for five years. Requirements: Submit a detailed Quality Control Plan/Inspection and Test Plan (QCP/ITP) with: Activities, intervention points, inspection/test methods, and acceptance criteria. Intervention Point Categories: Hold Point, Witness Point, Surveillance (S), Verification (V). Inspection Types: 100% Testing (T1), Sample Testing (T2), 100% Inspection (A1), Sample Inspection (A2), 100% Witness (W1), Sample Witness (W2), 100% Document Review (R1), Sample Document Review (R2). Inspection Methods: Visual, Microscopy, NDT, Liquid/Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, EDDY. Acceptance Criteria: Functionality requirements, performance measures, regulatory compliance, chemical tests. Abbreviations: NOBO (Notification Body), TPI (Third Party Inspection).

Technical evaluation based on: Compliance with Generation Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure (240-168966153), WCOU Power Plant Maintenance Fall Protection Plan (240-154119722), Work at Height Standard (32-418), and all referenced SANS standards. Mandatory criteria: Capability to supply trained/qualified operators, at least one technician, semi-skilled personnel, and required equipment for 5-year service period. Acceptable/unacceptable risks will be assessed per tender technical evaluation strategy.

Scope: Supply labour (trained/qualified operators, at least one technician, semi-skilled personnel) and equipment for hiring, installation, operation, and dismantling of suspended platforms and mobile lifts at Kriel Power Station for 5 years. Work areas: Primarily inside boilers (front, rear, left/right sides, divisional walls) with suspended platforms (minimum 4-person capacity per platform: 4x front, 4x rear, 2x LHS, 2x RHS, 2x LHS divisional wall, 2x RHS divisional wall). Mobile lifts: Hire, operation, installation, dismantling at Allimak stations or other areas as required by Eskom. Tasks: Mostly during outages, but may include pre- or post-outage work as directed by the contract manager. Tools: Contractor must provide all necessary basic tools for suspended platform operations. Standards: Compliance with SANS 51808 (suspended access equipment), SANS 10295-2 (Temporary Suspended Platforms), SANS 16368/18893 (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms), SANS 1397 (Industrial Safety Helmets), and Eskom standards (32-418 Work at Height, 34-1507 Fall Arrest Systems, 34-1710 PPE, 34-323 PPE Specification).

This document (Annexure B) is an OHS Acknowledgement Form, not the main tender submission document. It must be signed and returned as part of the bid submission. Requirements for this form: authorized signatory (CEO/Director/Managing Director) must sign and date it, and two witnesses must sign. Suppliers must acknowledge receipt and understanding of all listed OHS documents.

Explicit scoring criteria are not provided in this annexure. However, the following are implied eligibility factors: supplier's demonstrable capability and commitment to meet Eskom’s OHS management framework; processes for subcontractor management; and a history of compliant work, as Eskom may request references or testimonials.

MANDATORY OHS COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS: Suppliers/contractors must comply with the following Eskom and statutory documents: Eskom Contractor Health and Safety Requirements Standards 32-136; OHS Specification/Requirements (provided separately); Occupational Health and Safety Act; Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act; 32-727 SHEQ Policy; National Road Traffic Act; 32-37 Eskom Substance Abuse Procedure; 240-62196227 Life-saving Rules; 240-62946386 Vehicle and Driver Safety Management; 32-95 OH&S Incident Management Procedure; 32-726 Contract and Contractor OHS Management. KEY OBLIGATIONS: After contract award, supplier must fully align company processes to Eskom OHS requirements. Penalties will be enforced for non-conformance by the main supplier, its contractors, or suppliers. All employees must undergo relevant Eskom induction. Main contractor must: demonstrate selection criteria for appointing sub-contractors; notify Eskom before appointing contractors; ensure contractors have adequate resources and competencies; manage all tiers of contractors/suppliers; monitor contractors through audits and assessments for OHS compliance. Eskom reserves the right to verify compliance and request testimonials/references. All non-conformances will be dealt with through performance and penalty processes. The signed acknowledgement form must be submitted with bid documents.

• Closing Date and Time: As specified in the Tender Data (SAST). No extensions unless published by Eskom.
• Compulsory Site Visit/Clarification Meeting: Details in Tender Data. Failure to attend = disqualification.
• Addenda/Clarifications: Check the Eskom Tender Bulletin and NT e-Tender Portal regularly for updates, addenda, or deadline extensions.
• Tender Validity: Must remain valid for acceptance by Eskom for the period stated in the Tender Data. Eskom may request an extension; refusal to extend = exclusion from further consideration.

• All written communication must be addressed to the Eskom Representative identified in the Invitation to Tender document.
• Submission Address: As specified in the Tender Data (for physical and e-tendering submissions).
• No direct contacts, emails, or phone numbers are provided in this standard document. Refer to the Tender Data for specific details.

• Submit a complete original tender in paper form plus one (1) complete hard copy. Deliver both to the address and tender box specified in the Tender Data by the closing date and time (SAST).
• For e-tendering: Upload and finalize your tender via the Eskom Tender Bulletin site on the Eskom E-tendering page by the deadline. No email submissions unless explicitly stated in the Tender Data.
• Ensure all documents (PDF/Excel) are accessible, not corrupt, and finalized before the deadline. Late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
• Package the original and copy separately, marking them clearly as "ORIGINAL" and "COPY". Seal both in an outer package marked "Confidential", including on the outside: Eskom submission address, tender number, your company name, physical address, email, and contact number of the authorized signatory.
• Sign the tender (original and electronic for e-tendering). The signatory is liable for the submission.
• Submit all mandatory tender returnables by the closing date and time. Missing or incomplete mandatory documents will result in immediate disqualification.
• Do not subcontract 100% of the scope of work. Such tenders are ineligible and will be disqualified.
• All communication must be in writing, in English, and directed only to the Eskom Representative identified in the Tender Data. No other Eskom official may be contacted.
• For e-tendering, do not deposit physical copies into the tender box. Only electronic submission is accepted.
• Eskom employees cannot submit tenders on your behalf.

• Eligibility: Must comply with criteria in the Tender Data and not be restricted from doing business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• Basic Compliance: Failure to submit an original tender and one hard copy (or upload for e-tendering) results in disqualification. No late submissions or corrections are permitted.
• Mandatory Documents: All mandatory tender returnables must be submitted by the closing date and time. Missing documents = disqualification.
• Pre-Qualification: If stipulated, must meet pre-qualification criteria. No double-counting of criteria across evaluation phases.
• B-BBEE: Valid certificate/affidavit or CSD report is mandatory if B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion. Falsified or expired documents = disqualification. If not submitted, you score zero under PPPFA points but may still qualify if otherwise responsive.
• CIDB Registration: If stipulated, must be registered with CIDB by the closing date or capable of registration within 21 working days. Proof of registration (or application) is mandatory at submission; actual registration must be provided by contract award.
• Functionality: If applicable, must meet the minimum threshold stated in the Tender Data to proceed to further evaluation.
• Financial Risk: Eskom will assess financial stability. High risk or failure to agree to mitigating factors = disqualification.
• Price Evaluation: Prices are evaluated per Tender Data criteria, including CPA, FOREX, discounts, and technical adjustments. Arithmetical errors may be corrected; refusal to accept corrections = disqualification.
• Specific Goals: Must submit required proof/documentation by the closing date. Failure to meet goals = zero points for Specific Goals (90/10 or 80/20 system) but not automatic disqualification.
• Ranking: Tenders are ranked by combining Price and Specific Goals scores (PPPFA). Highest score wins unless Objective Criteria (per Section 2(1)(f) of PPPFA) are applied.
• Disqualification Risks: Misrepresentation, fraud (e.g., B-BBEE fronting), collusion, or bid-rigging = immediate disqualification, potential 10-year suspension, and legal action.

• Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for five (5) years at Kriel Power Station.
• SHEQ Compliance: Must provide proof of Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) systems, policies, and capabilities by the closing date and/or contract award. All SHEQ costs and personnel must be included in your pricing.
• Legislative Compliance: Must adhere to all relevant legislation, including:

• National Treasury Instructions
• CIDB Regulations (if applicable)
• PPPFA Regulations
• Amended B-BBEE Codes
• COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act)
• OHS Act (Occupational Health and Safety Act)
• Eskom’s SHEQ requirements
• Any other applicable laws or regulations stated in the Invitation to Tender.

• Pricing Inclusions: All duties, taxes (including VAT), and levies applicable 14 days prior to the closing date must be included in your rates and prices.
• Fixed Pricing: Rates and prices must remain fixed for the contract duration unless otherwise provided in the Tender Data.
• Currency: All prices must be stated in South African Rand (ZAR) unless instructed otherwise. Exchange rates must align with the base date stipulated in the Tender Data.
• Performance Security: If required, indicate at least two (2) financial institutions you may approach for security (e.g., performance bonds). Eskom reserves the right to reject unsuitable institutions.
• Cataloguing: If applicable, include a line item for cataloguing in your Pricing Schedule. Eskom will pay for cataloguing, but materials must be labelled per Eskom’s specifications.

• Eligibility: Must meet all eligibility criteria in the Tender Data and not be restricted from doing business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• B-BBEE: Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate/affidavit or CSD report. If B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion, proof is mandatory at closing; otherwise, you score zero under PPPFA points. Fraudulent or expired documents = disqualification and potential legal action.
• CIDB Registration: If CIDB grading is stipulated, must be registered with the Construction Industry Development Board by the closing date or capable of registration within 21 working days. Proof of registration (or application) is mandatory at submission; actual registration must be provided by contract award.
• SHEQ Proof: Submit proof of SHEQ systems, policies, and capabilities by the closing date and/or contract award.
• Legislative Compliance: Must comply with all relevant legislation, including National Treasury instructions, CIDB regulations, PPPFA, B-BBEE Codes, COIDA, OHS Act, and Eskom’s SHEQ requirements.
• Subcontracting: Cannot subcontract 100% of the scope of work. Such tenders are ineligible.
• Agent Authority: If an agent submits the tender, provide an authenticated copy of the authority to act as an agent.
• Contract Skills Development Goals (CSDG): If applicable (contracts ≥12 months or ≥R5M for services, or CIDB grade 7+ for construction), must achieve CSDG as per CIDB standards.
• Contract Participation Goals (CPG): If applicable (construction works in GB/CE classes, ≥6 months duration, or ≥25% subcontractable), must achieve CPG for targeted enterprises as per CIDB standards.
• Designated Materials: Submit information on designated materials and thresholds by contract award if required.
• SDL&I Undertaking: Must complete and submit the SDL&I Undertaking by contract award; failure to do so = tender not considered.

• Closing date and time: 22 June 2026 at 10h00.
• Compulsory clarification meeting: 10 June 2026, 10:00-11:00, via Microsoft Teams. Join via link provided in the document.
• Compulsory site walk: 11 June 2026, 08:00, at Kriel Power Station, Kwanala Hall.
• Both meetings are mandatory. Non-attendance results in disqualification.
• Deadline for clarification queries: 5 working days before tender submission deadline (17 June 2026).
• Tenderers must send company details, enquiry number, and tender description to [email protected] 5 working days before the clarification meeting (by 5 June 2026) to receive an appointment.

• Eskom Representative: Phumelele Mncwango.
• Tel: 017 648 0119.
• E-mail: [email protected].
• All queries and clarifications must be addressed in writing to the Eskom Representative only. No other Eskom official may be contacted.
• Fraud/corruption reporting: Hotline 0800 11 2722 or email [email protected].

• Submit electronically via Eskom E-tendering site before 22 June 2026 at 10h00. Late submissions are not accepted.
• Upload all documents in PDF format (max 500MB per document, total submission max 4GB). Price list must also be submitted in Excel.
• Organize uploads under folders: Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other. No zip/compressed files or hard copies accepted.
• Ensure submission status is marked as 'complete'. The latest version submitted will override previous submissions.
• Mandatory returnables at closing (disqualifiable if missing/incomplete):

• Authorisation Form (Annexure A)
• Acknowledgement Form (Annexure B)
• Tenderer’s Particulars (Annexure C)
• Integrity Declaration Form (Annexure D)
• CPA for Local Goods/Services (Annexure E)
• SBD 1 (Annexure H)
• SBD 4 – Bidders Disclosure (Annexure J)
• Tax Evaluation Questionnaire
• E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form

• Non-disqualifiable returnables at closing (but will be requested within 5 working days if missing):

• SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form (Annexure I)

• Failure to upload any mandatory documents by closing renders the tender non-responsive.
• Tender validity period is 120 days from closing.

• Eligibility criteria:

• Tenderers must not be on international sanctions lists or restricted from doing business with Eskom/State-Owned Companies.
• No tenderer may submit more than one tender (individually or as part of a JV/consortium), except where E-Tendering system size limits apply.
• Joint ventures/consortia must explicitly state joint and several liability for contract execution.
• No conflict of interest with other tenderers or Eskom officials. Prima facie evidence includes shared controlling partners, majority shareholders, or relationships enabling access to another tenderer’s information.
• Tenders must be signed by authorized persons.
• Tenderers must not be on the Tender Defaulters list or restricted by National Treasury/Eskom.
• 100% subcontracting of the scope is prohibited.

• Mandatory technical criteria (disqualifiable if not met):

• Proof of Contractor Approval to carry out Suspended Platforms works by an Authoritative National Department (e.g., Energy & Minerals, Labour) OR a signed letter of intent to work with an approved company.
• Verifiable and valid Working at Heights Certificates.

• Qualitative evaluation (weighted criteria, total 100%):

• Method Statement: 15%
• Quality Control Plan: 5%
• Proof of experience: 25%
• Certification, Calibration, and Maintenance/Inspection records: 25%
• Proof of previously completed similar projects (signed completion certificates or Purchase Orders): 15%
• Compliance with Codes and National Standards: 15%

• Price evaluation:

• Prices inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies.
• Adjusted for acceptable variations, deviations, or alternative tenders.
• Net Present Value comparison based on tendered programme, prices, price adjustment factors, and risk.
• Unconditional discounts considered; conditional discounts implemented at payment.
• Prices scored out of 80 or 90 points (depending on tender value: 80/20 for ≤ R50M, 90/10 for > R50M).

• Preference points (PPPFA):

• Specific Goals (B-BBEE) scored out of 10 or 20 points. Points awarded based on B-BBEE status level (e.g., Level 1 = 10/20, Level 2 = 9/18, etc.).
• Failure to submit B-BBEE documentation results in 0 points for Specific Goals but does not disqualify the tender.
• Final ranking: Price score + Specific Goals score (highest to lowest).

• Objective criteria: Eskom may award to a tenderer other than the highest scorer if objective criteria (e.g., 30% Black Owned Tenderer target) justify the award.

• Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for a period of five years at Kriel Power Station.
• Contract type: NEC Term Service Contract, Main Option A (Priced contract with price list).
• Secondary contract options: X1 (Price adjustment for inflation), X2 (Changes in the Law), X17 (Low service damages), X18 (Limitation of liability), X19 (Task order), Z (Additional conditions).
• Mandatory technical requirements:

• Proof of Contractor Approval for Suspended Platforms works by an Authoritative National Department.
• Verifiable Working at Heights Certificates.

• Qualitative deliverables:

• Method Statement.
• Quality Control Plan.
• Proof of experience in similar projects.
• Certification, calibration, and maintenance/inspection records for equipment.
• Evidence of previously completed similar projects (signed completion certificates or Purchase Orders).
• Compliance with relevant codes and national standards.

• Pricing schedule/BOQ must be submitted in PDF and Excel formats. Upload size per document: 500MB; total submission: 4GB.
• Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, and excluding contingencies.
• Unconditional discounts are considered for evaluation; conditional discounts are applied at payment.
• Payment terms:

• Contracts ≤ R50 million (incl. VAT): Payment within 30 days of undisputed invoice.
• Contracts > R50 million (incl. VAT): Payment within 60 days of undisputed invoice.

• No performance bond or guarantee required for this tender.
• Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders if tendered prices are not market-related.
• Cataloguing may be required post-award, with costs covered by Eskom.

• Mandatory contractual requirements:

• CSD registration (CSD number/report).

• B-bbee:

• Valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited), sworn affidavit, or CIPS affidavit.
• Proof of ownership/shareholding (CIPC documentation), certified ID copies of shareholders, proof of disability (if applicable).
• Consolidated B-BBEE certificate required for trusts, consortia, or JVs.
• Failure to submit B-BBEE documentation results in 0 points for Specific Goals but does not disqualify.

• Tax compliance:

• Certified copy of tax clearance certificate required for foreign tenderers with a SA footprint and local tenderers without CSD/SARS PIN.
• Foreign suppliers with no SA footprint must complete SBD1 only.

• Safety:

• COIDA certificate of good standing or proof of application (South African tenderers only).

• Quality:

• Category 2 Requirements: ISO 9001 QMS or objective evidence of documented QMS.
• Draft Contract Quality Plan specific to the scope of work.
• Draft Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Additional requirements:

• Employment Equity Act compliance proof (South African tenderers only).
• Annual financial statements (audited or signed by director/compiler).
• Subcontracting: 30% requirement.
• Skills Development: 2 x TSP Technicians.
• CSI: 3% (negotiable).
• SHEQ: Safety, Health and Environmental Plan; Costing for Health and Safety management; Baseline SHE Risk Assessment (BRA); Valid Letter of Good Standing; OHS policy signed by CEO; OHS Competency.

• Not applicable: CIDB grading, Contract Skills Development Goals (CSDG), Contract Participation Goals (CPG).

For reporting dishonest, fraudulent, or inappropriate behavior: email [email protected] or [email protected], or call the toll-free hotline 0800 11 27 22. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

The Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact applies to all existing and potential Eskom suppliers (registered vendors). Key eligibility hinges on compliance with ethical standards outlined in this document. Suppliers must be willing to undergo Eskom’s supplier discipline process if found in violation. Specific technical or commercial evaluation criteria for the Kriel Power Station tender are not contained in this document.

Mandatory for all Eskom tenders: Suppliers must read, sign, and submit the Integrity Declaration Form when participating in any Eskom procurement process. Additional requirements: Complete a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) if accessing confidential information. Disclose any financial, personal, or private interest with an Eskom employee/director via the Integrity Declaration Form. Gifts to Eskom employees must not exceed R1,500 in value. Note: This document does not contain tender-specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax clearance, B-BBEE, CIDB). Obtain the full tender document for the suspended platforms and mobile lifts tender to confirm specific compliance obligations.

Contract period: 5 years from the signature date. Payment assessment: 25th of each month (bi-weekly assessments may be requested by the Service Manager). Response times: 2 working days for non-outage periods, 12 hours for outages (including weekends/public holidays), 24 hours for maintenance work.

Employer: Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg. Tel: 011 871 3706. Service Manager: Landizwe Njapha, Kriel Power Station, Ogies/Bethal Road, Kriel, 2271. Tel: 017 615 2518. Email: [email protected].

Submit the completed Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1), including the Schedule of Deviations if applicable. The offer becomes binding once signed. Include your CIDB registration number in the submission. After contract award, contact the Employer’s agent within two weeks to deliver securities, bonds, guarantees, proof of insurance, and other required documentation. Failure to comply may result in contract repudiation.

Evaluation is based on compliance with the following: Contractor must be a legally registered entity. CIDB registration is mandatory. B-BBEE compliance is required; any post-award decrease in B-BBEE status must be reported within 7 days and may lead to contract renegotiation or termination. Joint ventures are permitted but all members are jointly and severally liable. Contractor cannot cede, delegate, or assign rights without Eskom’s written consent.

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for 5 years at Kriel Power Station. Service Information is detailed in Part C3 (Scope of Work). Contractor must submit a Level 3 plan within one week of the contract date. Compliance with all health, safety, and environmental laws is mandatory, including Eskom’s Asbestos Standard (32-303). Risk Register must include quality-related issues and force majeure events (e.g., protests, COVID-19 restrictions).

Contract type: NEC3 Term Service Contract Option A (Priced contract with price list). Pricing: Lump sums or rates multiplied by quantities from the Price List (C2.2). Payment terms: Assessment on the 25th of each month (bi-weekly if requested). Payments made within 14 or 30 days per Eskom Finance Procedures. Tax invoices must be submitted within one week of receiving a payment certificate, including Eskom’s VAT number (4740101508). Interest rate: Standard Bank prime rate. Price adjustments for inflation apply 12 months after contract start (linked to SEIFSA indices).

CIDB registration is mandatory. B-BBEE: Must notify Eskom within 7 days of any status change and submit an updated verification certificate within 30 days. A decrease in B-BBEE status may lead to contract renegotiation or termination. Insurance: Contractor must provide cover as per Insurance Table A (property damage, liability, employee injury) from the start date. Joint ventures: All members are jointly and severally liable; composition changes require Eskom’s written consent. Confidentiality, ethics, and anti-corruption clauses (Z11) apply. Compliance with all South African laws, including OHSA Construction Regulations 2014, is required.

Mandatory criteria:

• Valid registration number and proof of compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.
• Certificate of good standing for OHS.
• Demonstrated experience in hiring, installing, and operating suspended platforms and mobile lifts in industrial settings (preferably power stations).
• Ability to provide competent personnel (e.g., operators, inspectors, supervisors) with valid certifications for roles such as:

• Contractor Supervisor and Safety Officer

• OHS Representatives and SHE Committee Chairman

• Operators and inspectors for lifting machinery (DMR 18)

• Competent person for Fall Protection Plan (32-418)

• Competent person for suspended platforms

• Compliance with all listed legal and technical requirements (e.g., DMR 18, GSR, SANS 10085, Eskom specifications like 32-418, 32-520).
• Capacity to maintain records and documentation as per Eskom’s specifications (e.g., inspection checklists, training matrices, incident registers).

Preferred criteria:

• Prior experience working with Eskom or similar high-risk industrial environments.
• Accreditation for First Aid training (GSR 3).
• Existing COVID-19 compliance frameworks, including workplace plans, policies, risk assessments, and a designated compliance officer.

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis at Kriel Power Station for a period of five years.

Key requirements:

• Must have a signed contractor agreement and letter of good standing (OHS Act Section 37(2)).
• Must provide a detailed Health and Safety Plan aligned with OHS Act specifications.
• Must appoint competent persons for all critical roles, including:

• Contractor Supervisor and Safety Officer (full-time or part-time with defined visit frequency)

• OHS Representatives (if more than 20 employees or risk-based)

• SHE Committee Chairman

• Competent person to conduct investigations (GAR 9(2))

• First Aider (GSR 3(4))

• Operators and inspectors for lifting machinery, lifting tackle, and forklifts (DMR 18)

• Competent person to prepare and implement a Fall Protection Plan (32-418)

• Competent person for suspended platforms (OHS Act)

• Competent person for scaffolding (SANS 10085)

• Must develop and maintain a site-specific organogram.
• Must conduct comprehensive risk assessments, including:

• Risk identification, analysis, and controls (32-520)

• Risk matrix and rating

• Monitoring and review plans

• Must provide induction training programmes (for both contractor and Eskom) with attendance registers.
• Must implement specific safety plans for:

• Working at heights: Fall protection plan, rescue plan, risk assessment, employee training, medical fitness assessments, and planned inspections of fall protection equipment (32-418).

• Confined spaces: Risk assessment, safe work procedures, PPE (e.g., breathing equipment, safety harness), competency training, medical fitness certificates, and emergency evacuation/rescue plans.

• Vehicle safety: Inspection checklists, lists of vehicles onsite, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and displayed emergency numbers.

• Must maintain extensive inspection records and checklists for:

• Scaffold, fall protection equipment, lifting machines, and lifting tackle (DMR 18, SANS 10085)

• Vessels under pressure and fire extinguishers (PER 11)

• Portable electric lights (EMR 11)

• Material hoists, mobile plants, and temporary electrical installations

• PPE inspections and issuance registers

• Toolbox talks and behaviour-based inspections

• Must ensure all personnel are trained on the use of PPE and other safety protocols.

Primary compliance is with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and its associated regulations. Key requirements include:

• Valid Letter of Good Standing from the Department of Employment and Labour.
• Appointment of contractors and subcontractors in compliance with OHS Act Section 37(2).
• Compliance with specific regulations and standards:

• General Administrative Regulations (GAR)

• General Safety Regulations (GSR)

• Driven Machinery Regulations (DMR 18)

• SANS 10085 (scaffolding)

• Eskom internal specifications (e.g., 32-418 for fall protection, 32-520 for risk assessment, 32-95 for incident management, 32-345 for vehicle safety).

• COVID-19 compliance:

• Workplace plan, policy, and risk assessment as per the National Disaster Management Act.

• Designated COVID-19 Compliance Officer.

• Certificates and documentation:

• Certificate of system design for suspended platforms (OHS Act).

• Proof of competencies for erectors, operators, and inspectors (OHS Act).

• Medical fitness certificates for employees working at heights or in confined spaces.

• Accreditation certificate for First Aid training service provider (GSR 3).

• ID copies of all personnel.

• Records of induction programmes, training matrices, and toolbox talks.

• Incident management procedure aligned with 32-95, including initial notification and investigation templates, incident register, and WCL forms.

• Additional requirements:

• Endorsement of SHE Representative inspections and minutes by the OHS Committee Chairperson (GAR 8).

• Chemical Agents and Safety Data Sheets (HCAR 3).

• Worker’s timesheets or daily attendance registers.

Closing date for submissions: 2026-06-22 at 10:00.

Submit all tender returnable documents as listed in the List of Tender Returnables (Specification 240-105658000, Revision 7). Returnables are divided into five sections (A to E), each with mandatory deliverables (indicator = 1). All listed items in applicable sections must be submitted to score points. Sections include: Quality Management System (A), Evidence of QMS in operation (B), Contract Quality Plan (C), Quality Control Plan (D), and User-defined additional requirements (E). Ensure Form A is completed and signed. Submission deadline: 2026-06-22 at 10:00.

Mandatory criteria: Compliance with ISO 9001:2015 via either (Option 1) valid certification from an internationally accredited body (4 points) or (Option 2) objective evidence of a documented QMS complying with ISO 9001:2015 (7 points). Submission of all tender returnable documents (Sections A-E) is required. Ability to provide services at Kriel Power Station as needed. Preferred criteria: Experience in similar projects (e.g., suspended platforms/mobile lifts in industrial settings). Scoring: Section A (4 or 7 points), Section B (4 points), Section C (1 point), Section D (1 point), Section E (2 points).

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for five years at Kriel Power Station. Deliverables: Draft Contract Quality Plan (specific to scope, Ref: 240-105658000, 240-109253698) and Quality Control Plans/ITP (Ref: 240-105658000 or 240-109253302). Quality deliverables must align with ISO 10005 and the scope of work. Bidders must provide documented evidence of QMS relevant to suspended platform and mobile lift services.

Primary standard: ISO 9001:2015 compliance. Bidders must either: (Option 1) Hold valid ISO 9001 certification from an internationally accredited body, with product/service scoping defined and relevant, or (Option 2) Provide objective evidence of a documented QMS complying with ISO 9001:2015. Key clauses: Document and record control (7.5), control of nonconforming outputs (8.7), nonconformity and corrective action (10.2), internal audit (9.2), control of externally provided processes/products/services (8.4), and management review records. Additional: Form A must be completed and signed.

Closing date for submissions: 22 June 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Eskom’s Contract Manager/Project Manager: Landizwe Njapha. Eskom’s OHS/SHE Manager: Gift Mamize (Acting). Eskom’s Procurement Officer: Phumelele Mncwango. Eskom’s OHS/SHE Officer: Sizani Shabangu. Project Address: Kriel Power Station, Mpumalanga.

Submit the following returnable documents as part of your bid: Signed Section 37(2) legal agreement between Eskom Kriel Power Station and the main contractor. OHS file containing all relevant health and safety records for each work site. Organisational organogram on company letterhead, signed by the 16(1) or 16(2) appointee, detailing all levels of responsibility from CEO to supervisors. Valid Letter of Good Standing (LoG) from the Compensation Commissioner, kept current throughout the contract. COVID-19 policy signed by the most senior person, including a risk assessment and detailed prevention plan. SHEQ policy signed by the CEO or appointed assistant, displayed prominently and filed in the OHS plan. Proof of OHS training and a costing breakdown for OHS-related expenses (training, PPE, safety equipment, safety file maintenance). Risk assessments and safe work procedures/method statements for all tasks. Medical surveillance programme records and pre-employment/annual medical certificates for all employees. PPE issuance, maintenance, and inspection records. Vehicle inspection checklists and roadworthiness certificates. Ensure all documents are up-to-date, filed in the OHS file, and submitted with the OHS plan.

Contractors will be evaluated on the following: Legal registration as an entity with valid COID registration and Letter of Good Standing. Capacity to appoint competent persons for all statutory and non-statutory OHS roles (e.g., Incident Investigator, Health and Safety Representative, First Aider, Fall Protection Plan Developer). Ability to develop and implement a comprehensive OHS Plan meeting Eskom and legislative standards. Compliance with Eskom’s Life-Saving Rules (electrical safety, working at height, seat belt use, sobriety, permit-to-work, safe live working). Demonstration of zero-tolerance substance abuse policy and adherence to Eskom’s Substance Abuse Procedure (32-37). Prohibition of child labour as per the Constitution and Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Submission of detailed COVID-19 risk assessments and control measures, including adherence to National Disaster Management Act requirements.

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for five years at Kriel Power Station. Key Requirements: Develop and implement an OHS plan meeting Eskom and legislative standards (OHS Act, NEMA, National Road Traffic Act, COIDA). Comply with Eskom’s six Life-Saving Rules: OPEN/ISOLATE/TEST/EARTH before touch, hook up at height, buckle up, be sober, ensure permit to work, and ensure safe live working. Conduct pre-task risk assessments, daily toolbox talks, and pre-job meetings. Provide fall protection plans for all work at height, including rescue plans and trained rescuers. Ensure all employees are medically fit for high-risk tasks (annual medical certificates). Appoint competent personnel for statutory roles (e.g., Incident Investigator, Health and Safety Representative, First Aider, Hazardous Chemical Substances Coordinator). Maintain fire equipment, first aid boxes, and PPE as per SANS standards (e.g., SANS 1186 for safety signs). Manage vehicle safety: roadworthiness, seat belts, load securing, and compliance with Eskom’s Vehicle and Driver Safety Management Procedure. Uphold housekeeping, signage, and workplace order. Prohibit child labour and enforce zero-tolerance substance abuse policy (0% alcohol/drugs). Comply with COVID-19 policies, including risk assessments, PPE use, and National Disaster Management Act requirements. Follow Eskom’s SHEQ Policy, OHS specifications (e.g., 32-136, 32-520), and ISO 45001:2018 standards.

Itemise OHS costs in your bid, including: Training costs (e.g., working at heights, fall protection, Eskom Life-Saving Rules). Provision of PPE and safety equipment (e.g., fall arrest systems, face shields, insulated gloves). Safety file preparation and maintenance. Medical surveillance and annual fitness examinations for all employees. COVID-19-related costs (PPE, risk mitigation, compliance officer appointment) — note these are non-profit and subject to Eskom approval. Vehicle safety costs (inspections, maintenance, roadworthiness certificates). Ensure pricing is transparent, aligns with the scope of work, and includes all OHS-related expenditures. Maintain detailed financial records for audit purposes.

Mandatory Compliance: Valid B-BBEE certificate (minimum Level 2 preferred). Registration with the Compensation Commissioner and a valid Letter of Good Standing (LoG), kept current throughout the contract. Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) and its regulations, including Section 37(2) agreement signed before work commencement. Adherence to Eskom’s SHEQ Policy (32-727) and OHS specifications (e.g., 32-136 Contractor Health and Safety Requirements, 32-520 Risk Assessment Procedure). Registration and compliance with relevant SANS standards (e.g., SANS 1186 for symbolic safety signs). National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) and other environmental legislation. National Road Traffic Act for vehicle safety and management. Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA). ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety management systems. Statutory appointments (e.g., Health and Safety Representative, First Aider, Incident Investigator, Hazardous Chemical Substances Coordinator). Medical fitness certificates for all employees, renewed annually. COVID-19 compliance, including National Disaster Management Act requirements and appointment of a Compliance Officer. Prohibition of child labour as per the Constitution and Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Eskom-specific compliance: Life-Saving Rules, Substance Abuse Procedure (32-37), and Vehicle and Driver Safety Management Procedure (240-62946386).

Mandatory returnable documents for submission:

• Proof of Contractor Approval for Suspended Platforms works:

• Approval Certificate signed by the Chief Inspector or officer (rank 18(5) or higher) from the National Department of Energy & Minerals or Labour, OR
• 1 x Certificate of Approval (authentic), OR
• Signed letter of intent to work with an approved company (include their approval letter).

• Verifiable Proof of Contractor’s Working at Heights Certificates:

• Valid certificate for working at heights, fully compliant with OHS Act, Act 85 of 1993, Section 6 of the General Safety Regulations.

Note: Failure to submit these documents may result in disqualification.

Technical evaluation threshold: Minimum weighted final score of 70% required to be considered technically compliant.

Scoring method:

• 100% (5/5): Fully compliant with no foreseen technical risks.
• 80% (4/4): Compliant with acceptable technical risks, exceptions, or conditions.
• 40% (2/2): Non-compliant due to unacceptable risks, exceptions, or conditions.
• 0% (0/0): Totally deficient or non-responsive.

Qualitative evaluation criteria (100% total weight):

1. Method Statement (15%):

• Key activities to reduce hazards, emphasis on platform/mobile lift installation, safety precautions, and damage prevention.
• Scoring: 5pts (all points), 4pts (two points), 2pts (one point), 0pts (non-specific or no submission).

2. Quality Control Plan (5%):

• QCP for platform installation, holding points, critical steps, and signature matrix (Outage Coordinator, Eskom QC, Contractor Supervisor).
• Scoring: 5pts (all points), 4pts (three points), 2pts (two or fewer points), 0pts (no submission).

3. Personnel Proof of Experience (25%):

• Site Supervisor/TSP Technician: ≥1 year signed proof of employment.
• Site Manager: ≥1 year signed proof of employment.
• ≥8 valid certified platform operators (additional operators: +2pts for two or more, +1pt for less than two).
• 1 x Safety Officer qualification.
• 1 x Quality Assurance Level 1.
• Scoring: 5pts (all points), 4pts (two points), 2pts (one point), 0pts (no submission).

4. Certification, Calibration, and Maintenance/Inspection Records (25%):

• Recent hoist cable inspection results (<5 years) and recommendations.
• Driving equipment maintenance logbooks and CoC signed by Load Machinery Inspector (LMI).
• Platform structure inspection logbooks.
• Knowledge of failure identification, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Scoring: 5pts (all points), 4pts (three points), 2pts (two or fewer points), 0pts (no submission).

5. Proof of Previously Completed Work (15%):

• ≥2 verifiable signed completion letters or Purchase Orders for similar work.
• Scoring: 15% (2+ PO/letters), 7% (3+ TSP PO/letters), 5% (2 Mobile Lifts PO/letters), 3% (<2 proofs), 0% (no/non-verifiable).

6. Code and National Standards Compliance (15%):

• Proof of TSP designs licensed to SANS 51808.
• Proof of TSP operations licensed to SANS 10295-2.
• Design Certificate of Compliance signed by Pr.Eng.
• Scoring: 5pts (all points), 4pts (two points), 2pts (one point), 0pts (no submission).

Disqualifying risks:

• No qualified electricians or zero certificates submitted.
• Non-compliance with Code and National Standards (e.g., SANS 51808, SANS 10295-2).
• No valid operator certifications.

Acceptable risks:

• QCP with minor changes required post-award.
• Certificates for only 5 operators.
• Operators with <3 years industrial experience but >1 year in another environment.

Scope of work:

• Supply of labour: trained and qualified operators, ≥1 technician, and semi-skilled/assisting personnel for Mobile Lift and Temporary Suspended Platforms (TSP) work at Kriel Power Station.
• Hiring, installation, operation, and dismantling of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for 5 years.

Areas of application:

• Boiler internal and external components.
• High Pressure, Hot Reheat, and Cold Reheat pipework.
• All applicable piping in Turbine and Outside plants.

Standards and compliance:

• Must comply with:

• SANS 51808 (Safety Requirements for Suspended Access Equipment).
• SANS 10295-2 (Temporary Suspended Platforms).
• SANS 16368 and SANS 18893 (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms).
• SANS 1397 (Industrial Safety Helmets).
• OHS Act, 1993, and Department of Labour regulations (e.g., Driven Machinery Regulations, Fall Protection Plan).
• Eskom-specific standards: 32-418 (Work at Height), 34-1507 (Fall Arrest Systems), WFH002 (Safe Use of Work from Height Systems), QM 58 (Supplier Contract Quality Requirements), 240-105658000 (Supplier Quality Management Specification).

Critical requirements:

• High-risk work at heights with slip/fall hazards.
• Handling of internal/external critical plant components.
• Skilled personnel and precision tools/equipment required.
• Conducive work execution environment.

Mandatory compliance:

• Proof of experience for personnel (no CVs): Service records and current certifications only.
• OHS Act compliance: Department of Labour certification for working at heights and suspended platforms.
• Driven Machinery Regulations: Approval certificate for suspended platforms work signed by Chief Inspector or officer (rank 18(5) or higher).
• Standards compliance: SANS 51808, SANS 10295-2, SANS 16368, SANS 18893, and SANS 1397.
• Equipment certification: Valid CoC for driving equipment signed by Load Machinery Inspector (LMI).
• Personnel certifications: Valid operator, safety officer, and quality assurance qualifications.
• Method Statement and Quality Control Plan submission required.
• Proof of previously completed similar work (signed completion certificates or Purchase Orders).

Submit the following returnable documents: - Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements (Annexure B). - Health and Safety Plan addressing project/scope OHS risks, aligned with Eskom’s health and safety specifications. - Detailed OHS costing breakdown (not lump sum), based on the overall scope of work and risk assessment. - Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology. - Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent). - OHS policy signed by CEO, compliant with OHS Act Section 7. - Proof of OHS competency (CVs, qualifications/certificates) for scope-specific risks.

Core eligibility is contingent on passing the OHS evaluation. Key criteria: - Legal compliance: Signed OHS acknowledgement and CEO-signed OHS policy. - Financial compliance: Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent). - Technical and managerial competency: Demonstrated via risk assessment, safety plan, and personnel qualifications for suspended platforms and mobile lifts in a power station environment. - Financial transparency: Detailed, scope-based costing for OHS elements.

Scope: Hiring, installation, and operation of suspended platforms and mobile lifts on an 'as and when' required basis for five years at Kriel Power Station. Requirements: - Must align with Eskom’s health and safety specifications. - Risk assessment and management for the scope of work must be provided.

Submit detailed OHS costing broken down by activity (not lump sum). Costing must be based on the overall scope of work and risk assessment, using the scope and BRA as guidelines.

1. Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent). 2) OHS policy signed by CEO, compliant with OHS Act Section 7. 3) Proof of OHS competency (CVs, qualifications/certificates) for the scope of work and identified risks. 4) Signed acknowledgement of Eskom’s OHS legal and other requirements.