ESKOM free state: panel of 8 contractors for lv breakdown, maintenance & replacement (36 months)

The scope involves the appointment of contractors or suppliers for the commencement of work. The main contractor must manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with Eskom's OHS requirements.

The tender is open to contractors capable of providing LV electrical services. Key eligibility hinges on the ability to meet and demonstrate compliance with the listed OHS requirements and to manage subcontractors accordingly. The contractor must have an authorized signatory (CEO/Director/Managing Director) to acknowledge and commit to these OHS obligations.

The main contractor/supplier must:

• Provide notification to Eskom prior to appointing contractors or suppliers for work commencement.
• Ensure appointed contractors/suppliers have adequate resources and competencies.
• Manage its contractors/suppliers to ensure compliance with applicable legal and Eskom requirements.
• Monitor contractors/suppliers through OHS audits and assessments during work execution.
• Provide grounds for termination of work done by contractors/suppliers.
• Deal directly with non-conformances/non-compliance by contractors/suppliers through performance and penalty processes.
• Be prepared for Eskom to verify capabilities; may be instructed to provide testimonials/references and client contact details for similar past work.

You must comply with the following OHS requirements:

• Eskom contractor Health and Safety requirements standards 32-136.
• Provided OHS specifications/requirements.
• Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act.
• After contract award, fully align your company's processes to Eskom's OHS requirements (policies, procedures, standards).
• Ensure all employees (contractors/suppliers) undergo relevant Eskom induction.
• Penalties will be enforced for non-conformance to Eskom and/or statutory OHS requirements.
• As main contractor/supplier, you must:
• Demonstrate to Eskom your process and selection criteria for appointing contractors and suppliers.
• Notify Eskom prior to appointing contractors or suppliers for work commencement.
• Ensure contractors/suppliers have adequate resources and competencies.
• Manage your contractors/suppliers to ensure legal and Eskom compliance.
• Monitor contractors/suppliers through OHS audits and assessments.
• Provide grounds for termination of work by contractors/suppliers.
• Handle non-conformances by contractors/suppliers directly through performance and penalty processes.
• Eskom reserves the right to verify compliance; you may be asked to provide testimonials/references and client contact details for similar past work.
• You must sign an acknowledgement form confirming understanding and compliance.

• Scope: An enabling agreement for a panel of 8 contractors to provide low voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance, and replace functions on an as-and-when-required basis in the Free State Operating Unit.
• Duration: 36 months.
• Budget: R16,699,277.
• Note: This is a general description; detailed specifications are not provided in the extracted text.

• Closing date: 27 July 2026 at 10:00.
• No other dates (e.g., briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are specified in the document.

• Business Unit: Free State Operating Unit.
• Buyer name: Tyra Ramdharee.
• No email, phone, or physical address for submission is provided in the extracted text.

• Complete and submit the SDL&I Bidder’s Document.
• Provide a valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS accredited verification agency, a valid sworn affidavit, or a valid B-BBEE Certificate issued by CIPC for EME companies.
• Submit your CIPC Registration Document.
• Include identity documents of shareholders/owners/members.
• Provide share certificates where applicable.
• Submit latest financial statements corresponding to the financial date on the sworn affidavit.
• Note: SBD 6.2, Annexure C, Annexure D, Annexure E, proof of sub-contracting agreements, and sub-contractor B-BBEE certificates are marked as N/A for this tender.
• Ensure all documents are correctly completed and signed to avoid disqualification.

• Evaluation uses a preference points system based on price and B-BBEE status (specific goals).
• Maximum points for specific goals: 10 points (90/10 system) or 20 points (80/20 system).
• B-BBEE status level points are allocated as per the table in the document.
• To claim preference points, submit valid B-BBEE documentation.
• If documentation is not provided, you score only on price and 0 on specific goals.
• Objective criteria (e.g., local content, CIDB skills development) are conditions for contract award but not mandatory for evaluation.
• Companies must be legally registered in South Africa (CIPC).
• B-BBEE compliance is a condition for award; level determines preference points.
• Financial thresholds apply for B-BBEE documentation: ≤R10m revenue (Exempted Micro Enterprise) can submit sworn affidavit; ≤R50m (Qualifying Small Enterprise) specific rules; >R50m requires full B-BBEE certificate.
• No mandatory subcontracting for this contract (value < R30m).
• CIDB skills development is not applicable.

• Scope: Low voltage (LV) maintenance, breakdown, planned maintenance, and replace functions on an as-and-when-required basis in the Free State Operating Unit.
• Duration: 36 months.
• The tender is for a panel of 8 contractors.
• Note: Technical specifications beyond scope and duration are not detailed in the extracted text.

• Budget: R16,699,277.
• No other financial requirements (e.g., pricing format, bonds, guarantees, payment terms) are specified in the extracted text.

• B-BBEE compliance is mandatory for contract award.
• Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit, or CIPC-issued B-BBEE certificate for EMEs.
• Required documents: CIPC registration document, identity documents of shareholders/owners, latest financial statements.
• B-BBEE status level determines preference points (see evaluation criteria).
• For Exempted Micro Enterprises (annual total revenue ≤ R10 million): submit a sworn affidavit.
• For Qualifying Small Enterprises (annual total revenue ≤ R50 million): comply with QSE scorecard elements or submit a sworn affidavit if at least 51% black owned.
• For entities with annual total revenue > R50 million: submit a valid B-BBEE certificate.
• Local content requirements: SBD 6.2 Declaration Form and Annexure C are tender returnables and a condition for contract award.
• CIDB skills development: Failure to meet CIDB CSDG mandatory percentage will render the tender non-responsive.
• Note: Tax clearance, CSD registration, and other standard compliance items are not mentioned.

This document is the Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000), also referenced as QM 58. It applies to Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd and its suppliers/sub-suppliers.

• Purpose: To specify minimum quality requirements for existing and potential Eskom suppliers, defining criteria for selection, evaluation, registration, management, monitoring, assessment, and auditing.
• Scope: Requires suppliers to develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve a QMS based on ISO 9001 to ensure conformity with Eskom quality requirements throughout a contract.
• Applicability: Applies to all Eskom divisions, subsidiaries, suppliers, and sub-suppliers, forming part of all RFI/RFQ/RFP and procurement contracts.
• Key sections include supporting clauses (definitions, abbreviations, roles), pre-contract award quality requirements (QMS, quality plans, CQP, QCP, categories), post-contract award requirements (execution, monitoring, audits), and standard conditions (rights of access, information, preservation, audits, nonconformities, special processes).

Closing date: 2026-07-27 at 10:00. No other dates (e.g., briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are stated in the document.

No specific contact names, emails, phones, or submission addresses are provided in the document. Refer to the tender documentation for submission details.

Returnable Documents (Category 3):

• Complete and sign Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001).
• Submit objective evidence of a developed QMS compliant with ISO 9001, including: a QMS manual or document defining the QMS scope, a signed quality policy, quality objectives, control of documented information, internal audit procedure, control of nonconforming outputs, and nonconformity and corrective action procedure.
• Submit a draft Contract Quality Plan specific to the scope of work, addressing minimum requirements per ISO 10005.
• Submit an example Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) on similar or previous work.
• Submit documented information for Control of Externally Provided Processes, Products and Services.
• Submit documented information for roles, responsibilities, and authorities (e.g., organization charts, job descriptions).
• Ensure all documents are signed/approved where required.

Evaluation is based on the Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000).

• Category 3 requires a developed QMS compliant with ISO 9001 (not necessarily certified).
• The QMS must be evidenced by documented information as listed in the returnables.
• A draft Contract Quality Plan (CQP) per ISO 10005 is required.
• An example ITP/QCP for similar work is required.
• The supplier must demonstrate capability to manage sub-suppliers and implement quality plans.
• Post-award, the supplier will be monitored for quality performance and may be audited.

Scope: Low voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance, and replace function services in the Free State Operating Unit on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months.

Quality Requirements (Category 3):

• Develop, implement, and maintain a QMS compliant with ISO 9001:2015.
• Submit a draft Contract Quality Plan (CQP) specific to the scope, following ISO 10005.
• Submit an example Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) for similar work.
• Provide documented information for Control of Externally Provided Processes, Products and Services.
• Provide documented information for roles, responsibilities, and authorities (e.g., organization charts).
• The specification details requirements for quality plans, contract quality plans, quality control plans, and special processes.

B-BBEE Minimum Level: 1. The document references the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and CIDB 1004 for evaluating quality in tender submissions. No specific tax, CSD, CIDB, CIPC, or professional registration requirements are stated. Suppliers must comply with Eskom's quality management specifications.

The evaluation is based on Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000.

• The specification sets minimum quality requirements for selecting and evaluating suppliers.
• It references ISO 9001, ISO 10005, ISO 9000, Eskom's SHEQ Policy, ISO 10006, PPPFA, CIDB 1004, and the List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652).
• Key definitions include Contract Quality Plan, Hold Points, Intervention Points, and Inspection Agency.
• The criteria cover pre-contract award requirements (e.g., QMS compliance, quality plans) and post-contract award monitoring.

The tender submission will be scored: 0 = Document not submitted OR submitted but does not satisfy the minimum requirements; 1 = Document submitted and the content satisfies the minimum requirements.

• Submit the signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules and requirements form (Annexure B) with your tender submission.
• Ensure all required environmental documents are attached as per the tender requirements.

• Scoring is based on submission of required documents: 0 = not submitted or does not meet minimum requirements; 1 = submitted and meets minimum requirements.
• Pre-requisite: Signed Annexure B (acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules) must be included.
• For medium risk work, provide an Environmental Management Plan covering waste management, environmental induction, incident management, and emergency planning.
• For medium/high risk, provide identification of environmental aspects and impacts with methodology and controls.
• Provide an Environmental (or SHE/SHEQ) policy signed by Company Owner/CEO/MD, committing to compliance and duty of care.
• Alternatively, submit an ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard certificate.

• The tender is for low voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance, and replacement services in the Free State Operating Unit.
• The agreement is for a panel of 08 contractors, on an as-and-when-required basis, for a period of 36 months.
• Contractors must demonstrate capability in medium-risk electrical work and strong environmental management.

• No specific compliance requirements found beyond the environmental and SHE documentation.

An enabling agreement for a panel of 08 contractors for the provision of services for S1 low voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance and replace function on an as-and-when required basis in the Free State Operating Unit, for a period of thirty-six (36) months.

• For the accredited service provider list, send an empty email to [email protected].

• Returnable documents must be submitted as hard copies, legible, and certified by legal authorities.
• All documents must be valid at the time of submission and comply with South African Government requirements.
• Failure to provide stipulated evidence will result in the submission being unsuccessful.
• Mandatory criteria must achieve a 'Yes' to proceed to Phase 1 scoring; a 'No' on any mandatory criterion renders the submission non-responsive.

• Evaluation is conducted in two phases: Phase 1 is a desktop paper evaluation; Phase 2 is a physical verification at the contractor's premises.
• Mandatory criteria (Table 1) must be met with a 'Yes' to proceed; otherwise, the submission is non-responsive.
• Phase 1 scoring is based on the following categories and weights:
• Low Voltage Operator training: 40 points
• Machine Operator: 5 points
• Crane Operator: 5 points
• Tools and Equipment: 20 points
• Personal Protective Equipment: 10 points
• Mobile and Trucks: 20 points
• Scoring is full marks or zero; no partial marks.
• The threshold is 90%, but Eskom reserves the right to lower it to 70% if there are inadequate qualifying submissions.

• Scope: Provision of low voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance, and replace function on an as-and-when required basis in the Free State Operating Unit.
• Mandatory technical criteria:
• Wireman's Licence or Installation Electrician registered with the Department of Labour, including proof of completed EWSETA unit standards.
• Company organogram with signed employee appointment letters and proof of company induction.
• Required tools and equipment (with asset register and clear pictures):
• Electrician toolbox/insulated tools, hand drill, compactor, fibre glass step ladder, come along, lever hoist, sling, fire extinguisher, hydraulic crimping tool, work site cones (3), multimeter/line tester, tools carrying bag and handline, telescopic link stick, pick and shovel.
• Required vehicles:
• Truck with crane, owned and validly registered in the tendering company's name.
• Vehicle to carry team, equipment, tools, and ladder (with rack).
• Personal protective equipment (with asset register and photos):
• FAS and rescue, face shield, 1000V rubber gloves.

• Mandatory: Valid Wireman's Licence or Installation Electrician registration with the Department of Labour.
• All documents must be certified, valid, and comply with South African Government requirements.
• B-BBEE minimum level: 2.

• Evaluation is in two phases: Phase 1 is a desktop paper evaluation; Phase 2 is physical verification at the contractor's premises.
• Mandatory criteria must achieve a 'Yes' to proceed to Phase 1 scoring; a 'No' on any criterion renders the submission non-responsive.
• Scoring is full marks or zero, no partial marks.
• Threshold is 90% (Eskom reserves the right to lower to 70% if inadequate submissions pass).
• Phase 1 desktop evaluation covers:
• Low Voltage Operator training (40 points)
• Machine Operator (5 points)
• Crane Operator (5 points)
• Tools & Equipment (20 points)
• Personal Protective Equipment (10 points)
• Mobile & Trucks (20 points)

• Provision of services for S1 Low Voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance, and replacement functions in the Free State Operating Unit (FSOU).
• Services are required on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.

• Multi-stage evaluation process indicated by 'ASSESSMENT STAGE 2' and 'ASSESSMENT STAGE 3' in the BOQ.
• Contractors must demonstrate capability to perform LV electrical work, adhere to OHS Act No 85 of 1993 and Construction Regulations, comply with Eskom safety specifications, provide personnel with appropriate authorization levels, and have resources for transport and equipment as per BOQ.
• Financial capacity to handle variable work orders is implied.

• Scope: Provision of services for S1 Low Voltage (LV) breakdown, planned maintenance, and replacement functions in the Free State Operating Unit (FSOU) on an as-and-when-required basis.
• Key deliverables include:

• Site establishment, health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Supply of site personnel (e.g., FULL AUTHORISED person, RESPONSIBLE PERSON, LV AUTHORISED person).
• Installation and maintenance of LV structures, pole top boxes, pre-paid meters, split meters, and associated hardware.
• Pegging, excavation, and planting of poles, stays, and struts.
• Installation of rural metering kiosks (LPU/SPU).
• Stringing of LV conductors and cable trenching/jointing.
• Dismantling/decommissioning of networks.

• Work must comply with Eskom distribution standards (parts 8 & 22), OHS Act No 85 of 1993, Construction Regulations, and Eskom Safety Specifications.
• All cables must be tested in accordance with Technical Instruction 04TI-20 REVISION 0.
• Items are re-measurable and require 'as-built' drawings.

• Pricing must be provided per line item in the Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
• Labour rates are required per hour (/H) or per team (/Team) for various personnel categories.
• Compensation clauses are specified for Eskom or contractor negligence related to outages or access delays.
• Material supply claims require original invoices (or certified copies) and signed site instructions from Eskom.
• A site establishment cost is set at 10% of labour and transport.
• A health and safety cost is set at 5% of labour.

• Contractor must maintain all health and safety measures as required by the OHS Act No 85 of 1993 and regulations.
• Site establishment must comply with health, safety, environmental, and site establishment requirements in the NEC.
• Completion and submission of an Expanded Public Works Report is required.

• The tender document references 'ASSESSMENT STAGE 2' and 'ASSESSMENT STAGE 3', indicating a multi-stage evaluation process.
• Specific evaluation criteria details are not provided in the extracted text.