Supply, installation, and testing of fire safety systems and water supply for ESKOM infrastructure

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Eskom Representative: Eugine Memela. Issued: 29 January 2026.

Submit the following returnable documents as part of your bid: Form A (completed and signed).

Scoring is based on compliance with quality requirements. Points are awarded as follows: Section A (QMS Requirements): 3 points for documented QMS complying with ISO 9001:2015, including Quality Method Statement, Quality Policy, and Quality Objectives. Section B (QMS in Operation): 2 points for documented roles, responsibilities, and control of externally provided processes. Section E (Additional Requirements): 2 points for Form A completion and valid ISO/IEC 17025:2017 or SANS 17025:2018 accreditation. Minimum thresholds and preference points are not explicitly stated.

Scope includes: Supply and install basement fire pipes. Conduct integrity test on 5 Majuba Archive Room. Install HDPE line to tippler and Transnet building. Replace gas cylinder. Water supply to TFR building at Rail yard.

Quality Management System (QMS) compliance with ISO 9001:2015 (documented but not necessarily certified). Valid ISO/IEC 17025:2017 or SANS 17025:2018 for testing/calibration laboratories (if applicable).

Eligibility is based on the ability to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its General Safety Regulations. Contractors must demonstrate a robust safety management system aligned with these regulations to qualify.

Mandatory compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and General Safety Regulations is required. This includes adherence to all safety equipment, procedures, and workplace standards outlined in the regulations.

Returnable Documents: Not specified in the provided text.

Eskom Quality Representative: Eugine Memela, Senior Advisor Quality Assurance. Document review date: January 2027.

Submit the completed and signed Form A (Template Identifier 240-43921804 Rev 3) to acknowledge acceptance of Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements as per 240-105658000 Specification and ISO 9001 Standard. Ensure all returnable documents are included as per the tender requirements.

Tenderer must select and comply with Category 4 pre-contract award quality requirements. Must have quality representative to sign the tender document. Must acknowledge Eskom's rights including access, information, preservation, quality audits, and management of nonconformities. Special processes apply as per clause 3.8.

Scope includes: Install HDPE line to tippler and Transnet building. Replace Gas Cylinder and supply/install Basement Fire Pipes. Conduct Integrity Test on 5 Majuba Archive Room. Provide Water supply to TFR building at Rail yard. Category 4 (Main Supplier and Sub-supplier Capability and Capacity Assessment) applies. Site assessment may be required.

Compliance with Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements (240-105658000 Specification) and ISO 9001 Standard is mandatory. Tenderer must complete and sign Form A to confirm acceptance.

While explicit financial or operational eligibility criteria are not in this procedural document, compliance with its mandates is a fundamental condition for any contractor working for Eskom. Eligibility implicitly requires:

• Demonstrable capability to perform the mandated OHS risk assessment processes.
• A history of adhering to high OHS standards aligned with ISO 45001 and South African OHS legislation.
• Acceptance of Eskom's roles and responsibilities framework where Eskom client representatives, responsible managers, and OHS professionals have oversight and authority.

Scope: Mandatory processes and advisory guidance for managing occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards and risks at Eskom. Applies to all Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd divisions, subsidiaries, and controlled entities. Aims to proactively identify, predict, evaluate, and control impacts on health, safety, environment, and socio-economic conditions.

Risk assessment types include:

• Baseline (pre-project and for routine tasks).
• Issue-based (task-specific, including pre-task assessments).
• Continuous (day-to-day management).
• Occupational Hygiene Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (OH HIRA).

Key deliverables:

• OHS risk profiles.
• Risk treatment plans and actions.
• Updated risk registers.
• Compliance with legal requirements (OHS Act, Construction Regulations).
• Submission of Contractor Baseline Risk Assessment (CBRA) as part of the OHS plan.
• Development of health and safety specifications for projects.

Mandatory compliance with Eskom's OHS risk assessment procedure (32-520).

Must align with:

• OHS Act and Construction Regulations.
• ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems).
• ISO 31000 (Risk Management).
• Eskom Integrated Risk Management Standard (32-391).

Contractor requirements:

• Submit a Contractor Baseline Risk Assessment (CBRA) as part of the OHS plan, which is evaluated during tender adjudication.
• Implement occupational hygiene and medical surveillance programs if hazards are identified.
• Ensure all employees are included in medical surveillance based on exposures.
• Adhere to Eskom's roles and responsibilities framework, including oversight by Eskom client representatives, responsible managers, and OHS professionals.

Submit with your tender: - Certified copy of relevant certification (e.g., ISO 14001) or your company’s EMS manual and procedures (exempt for Supply & Deliveries). - Aspect/Impact register or Environmental Management Plan (EMP) aligned with the tender scope. - Signed Environmental Requirements Proforma (Appendix A). - Environmental bill of quantities as per scope of work.

Upon contract award, submit before work starts: - Aspects/Impacts register or EMP. - All method statements addressing scope of work, aspects/impacts, or EMP. - Appointment letter of your Environmental Officer. - Proof of training (certificates) for personnel performing high-impact activities. - EMS certificate (if certified) or EMS manual/procedures. - List of all hazardous substances and their Safety Data Sheets (SDS). - Signed Environmental Requirements Proforma (Appendix A).

Disqualification risks: Failure to submit required documentation or non-compliance with environmental procedures may result in Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) or disqualification.

General: - Must be a registered contractor/supplier with valid certifications (if applicable). - Must demonstrate capability to comply with environmental legislation and Eskom's standards. - Must achieve a minimum of 80% in the Environmental Evaluation Checklist.

Technical: - Experience in gas suppression systems, fire pipe installation, and water supply systems. - Ability to conduct integrity testing on archive room water supply systems. - Familiarity with Eskom's environmental and safety protocols.

Legal: - Possession of relevant permits/licenses (e.g., Water Use License if applicable). - Compliance with all national and local environmental regulations.

Scope: Environmental compliance for all contractors/suppliers at Majuba Power Station.

Purpose: Ensure compliance with environmental requirements during procurement and operational stages.

Applicability: All areas under Eskom Majuba Power Station control.

Key references: - ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems). - ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems). - National Environmental Management Act. - Eskom Waste Management Procedure (32-245). - Environmental Incident Management Procedure (240-133087117). - Eskom SHEQ Policy (32-727). - Majuba Waste Management Procedure (ENV/GEN/WI/12). - Majuba Hazardous Substances Spill Management (ENV/GEN/WI/13).

Requirements: - Documented and implemented EMS (policy, procedures, aspects/impacts register). - Site-specific EMP based on applicable legislation, covering all aspects/impacts. - Employee induction on environmental requirements. - Compliance with Eskom Majuba environmental policies, standards, and procedures. - Appointment of trained, competent personnel for environmental implementation. - Method statements submitted for approval prior to activity commencement (no work without approval). - Non-conformance and incident reporting with root cause analysis and corrective actions. - Allocation of funds for environmental implementation.

Mandatory submissions for compliance: - EMS certification (if applicable) or EMS manual/procedures. - Aspects/Impacts register or EMP. - Signed Environmental Requirements Proforma (Appendix A). - Environmental bill of quantities. - Method statements for all activities. - Appointment letter for Environmental Officer. - Proof of training for high-impact activity personnel. - Hazardous substances list and SDS.

Records to maintain on-site: - Aspects/Impacts register. - Incident and investigation reports. - Complaints register. - Waste disposal register. - Hazardous substances register and SDS. - Inspection records. - Non-conformance records. - Applicable licenses/permits.

Standards and references: - ISO 14001:2015 (EMS). - ISO 9001 (Quality Management). - Eskom and Majuba-specific procedures (e.g., Waste Management, Hazardous Spill Management). - National Environmental Management Act compliance.

Evaluation is based on the following mandatory criteria:

• Legal recognition as a contractor, supplier, vendor, or consultant.
• Demonstrated ability to comply fully with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act), Construction Regulations, and all referenced Eskom standards (e.g., 32-727, 32-726, 32-296).
• Competency and registration of key personnel (e.g., SHE officers, construction supervisors) with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) where legally required.
• Presence of disciplinary processes to enforce compliance, including for violations of Eskom’s Life-Saving Rules.
• For joint ventures: Each entity is individually liable and must independently meet all SHE requirements.

Scope of Work:

• Gas suppression refilling.
• Supply and installation of basement fire pipes.
• Integrity testing on 5 Majuba Archive Room.
• Water supply to the TFR building at Rail yard.

Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Requirements:

• All work must be executed safely, with measures to prevent incidents, injuries, or environmental damage.
• Contractors are responsible for the SHE of their employees and subcontractors, complying with all applicable legislative and Eskom SHE requirements.
• A SHE Plan must be compiled, approved by Eskom, and regularly updated, addressing all identified hazards and including safe work procedures.
• A SHE File must be maintained on-site for the project duration, containing all relevant SHE documentation, and must be available for audit or inspection.
• Risk assessments must be conducted for all tasks, with written safe work procedures for high-risk or critical activities. Assessments must be reviewed and updated as needed.
• Competent health and safety officers must be appointed (as required by OHS Act and MHS Act) and must liaise with Eskom’s OHS departments.
• Construction supervisors must be appointed in writing for the project duration, with clear responsibilities for supervising work.
• Compliance with Eskom’s Life-Saving Rules is mandatory (e.g., Open/Isolate/Test/Earth/Bond/Insulate before Touch, Hook up at Heights, Buckle Up, Be Sober, Permit to Work).
• Emergency preparedness plans must address identified risks, including fire safety, first-aid, and emergency escape routes.
• Occupational hygiene stressors (e.g., noise, dust, heat, chemicals) must be identified, evaluated, and controlled. Medical surveillance and health risk assessments are required where applicable.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be provided and used as per legislative and task-specific requirements.
• All machinery, tools, and equipment must conform to manufacturer and legislative safety standards. Lifting equipment, boilers, and pressurised systems must meet OHS Act and SANS standards.
• Work at heights, excavations, confined spaces, and hazardous materials handling must comply with relevant regulations (e.g., OHS Act Construction Regulations, SANS standards).
• Permit-to-Work systems must be used for hazardous activities (e.g., hot work, entry into vessels).
• Housekeeping, workplace signage, and colour coding must adhere to SANS 1186 and other relevant standards.
• Substance abuse is prohibited; 0% blood alcohol/drug level is enforced.
• Contractors must report monthly OHS statistics to Eskom, including incidents, manpower numbers, and man-hours worked.
• All incidents must be investigated and reported in accordance with OHS Act General Administrative Regulations 8 and 9, using Eskom Procedure 32-95 as a reference.

Mandatory Compliance:

• Full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (OHS Act) and its regulations, including Construction Regulations.
• Compliance with Eskom’s internal SHE policies, procedures, and standards (e.g., 32-727: SHE Policy, 32-726: SHE Requirements for Commercial Process, 32-296: Statutory Appointments).
• Contractors must ensure their SHE management system demonstrates compliance with applicable legal requirements and Eskom standards.
• Registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) is required for all persons assuming responsibility for construction project management, construction management, or construction health and safety.
• Statutory appointments (e.g., health and safety officers, construction supervisors) must comply with legislative requirements and Eskom’s non-statutory appointment standards (e.g., 32-296).
• Section 37(2) Agreement of the OHS Act must be signed for joint ventures, with each party responsible for its own SHE compliance.
• Medical Certificates of Fitness (valid for 1 year) must be issued by a registered occupational health practitioner for employees exposed to occupational risks.
• Compliance with environmental legislation, including the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (NEMA) and Waste Act, 2008.
• Adherence to Eskom’s Life-Saving Rules and disciplinary procedures for violations.
• Contractors must provide proof of compliance with all relevant South African legislation (national, provincial, and municipal).

Documentation and Reporting:

• SHE Plan and SHE File must be submitted, approved, and maintained as per Eskom requirements.
• Risk assessments, method statements, and safe work procedures must be documented and available for inspection.
• Incident reports must be submitted using General Administrative Regulation Annexure 1 and reported to the Department of Labour where required.
• Monthly OHS statistics must be submitted to Eskom, including incident details, manpower, and man-hours.

Additional Notes:

• Contractors are accountable for their subcontractors’ compliance with all SHE and legislative requirements.
• Non-compliance may result in work stoppages, disciplinary action, or termination of the contract.

Submit the following returnable documents: Comprehensive method statements (detailing methodology, activity sequence, access restrictions, safety requirements, materials, and machinery/equipment), Quality Control Plans (QCP) for approval prior to work commencement, Detailed Level 3 Programme (showing float, logical links, and activity relationships), risk assessments, and all deliverables specified in the scope. Provide original data and analysis reports for handover. Register all equipment before site entry. Submit remedial action reports for identified safety findings.

Evaluation based on: 1. Proven competence in fire suppression system refilling and integrity testing (e.g., Door Fan Test for minimum hold time). 2. Compliance with normative references: Occupational Health and Safety Act, ISO 9001, Eskom design documents (e.g., 240-165911241, 374-MAJ-AABB-D00139-55), SANS, ISO, and NFPA fire protection standards. 3. Ability to provide a packaged, rapidly deployable solution. 4. Management of resources, costs, and schedule. 5. Competency of personnel and familiarity with Eskom safety requirements. 6. Adherence to Employer’s site regulations and project-specific standards (e.g., On Site Commissioning for LPS Standard 240-56356376).

Scope of work: Refill depleted fire suppression gas cylinders: 40 x 80L Energen (200BAR, 22.8kg each) for Documentation Centre; 38 x 80L Argonite (200BAR, 22.8kg each) for Unit 6 Archive Room. Conduct integrity tests (Door Fan Test) on all gaseous fire suppression rooms (Main Building Document Centre, IT Server Room, Unit 6 Document Centre) to determine minimum hold time per ISO, SANS, and NFPA. Strip/dismantle suppression systems, repair or replace damaged components, transport cylinders for refilling, reassemble units, and ensure defect-free installation. Prevent premature pressure loss; refill if pressure drops within 3 months without activation. Quote and fix defects causing pressure loss. Commission installed piping per Eskom Standard 240-56356376. Provide crane and all materials (consumables, bolts, nuts). Work must comply with Employer’s safety, SANS, and NFPA requirements. Civil works only required if damage occurs during removal/installation.

Contractor must supply all tools, equipment, and materials (including consumables, bolts, nuts). Responsible for costs of repairing any damage to existing infrastructure caused during works. Provide crane where required. No explicit pricing format, bonds, guarantees, or payment terms specified in the document.

Mandatory compliance: Occupational Health and Safety Act. B-BBEE Minimum Level 3 required. Adherence to SANS, ISO, and NFPA fire protection standards. All personnel must be inducted by Majuba Power Station’s Health and Safety representatives. Substance abuse testing mandatory for all site personnel. Follow Eskom Life Saving Rules: permit to work, isolation procedures (open, isolate, test, earth, bond), fall protection (hook up at heights), sobriety, seatbelt use. Register all equipment and declare belongings at security gate. Vehicle access permits required; reverse parking enforced. No photography allowed on site.

Submit the following returnable documents: Form A (completed and signed), Method Statement (using Template-Ref 240-126469599), Quality Policy (approved by top management), Quality Objectives (approved by top management), Organization chart and Responsibility matrix (must include quality management function/role), Documented criteria for evaluation, selection, monitoring, and re-evaluation of external providers (per Clause 8.4 of ISO 9001:2015).

Evaluation is based on: Documented QMS compliance with ISO 9001:2015 (certification not mandatory but compliance is required). Valid ISO/IEC 17025:2017 or SANS 17025:2018 certification for testing/calibration competence if applicable. Submission of all required returnable documents (Form A, method statements, organizational charts, etc.). Implied need for experience in fire suppression systems, pipe installation, and integrity testing.

Must provide objective evidence of a documented Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with ISO 9001:2015 (certification not required). Must hold valid ISO/IEC 17025:2017 or SANS 17025:2018 certification for competence of testing/calibration laboratories if applicable.

Submit a signed Annexure B Acknowledgement Form confirming understanding of Eskom SHE Rules and requirements. Ensure all employees (contractors/suppliers) undergo Eskom and company induction. Non-compliance may result in financial penalties or work stoppages without compensation.

General: Must be a registered legal entity (alignment with Eskom’s vendor requirements). Must demonstrate capability to meet technical and SHE requirements. Prior experience in similar projects is preferred. SHE-specific: Must comply with all listed Eskom SHE standards and statutory acts. Must ensure all subcontractors/suppliers meet the same SHE and legal requirements. Must implement HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) procedures (32-520). Contractual: Must accept financial penalties for non-compliance. No compensation claims for SHE-related work stoppages. Must be willing to undergo Eskom’s verification processes.

Scope: Gas suppression refilling, supply and installation of basement fire pipes, integrity testing on 5 Majuba Archive Room, and water supply to TFR building at Rail yard. Main supplier must: Demonstrate process and selection criteria for appointing contractors/suppliers. Notify Eskom prior to their appointment. Ensure contractors/suppliers possess adequate resources and competencies. Manage contractors/suppliers to comply with Eskom and legal requirements, including SHE compliance audits.

Mandatory compliance with: Eskom Contractor Health and Safety Requirements Standard 32-136, SHE specifications, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Mine Health and Safety Act (where applicable), Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act, National Environmental Management Act, Incident Management Procedure 32-95, Incident Management Classification parameters, Working at Height Standard 32-418, Vehicle Safety Specification 32-345, HIRA Procedure 32-520, and Plant Safety Regulations. Post-award: Full alignment of company processes to Eskom SHE policies, procedures, and standards is required.

Evaluation is based on B-BBEE compliance for Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs). Key points: Enterprise must be a QSE under the B-BBEE Act. Minimum ownership: 51% Black Owned (Level 2, 125% procurement recognition) or 100% Black Owned (Level 1, 135% procurement recognition). Annual turnover must be between R10M and R50M. Preference may be given to enterprises with higher black ownership, particularly those with significant representation from designated groups (youth, disabled, unemployed, rural, military veterans).

B-BBEE Compliance: Must be a Qualifying Small Enterprise (QSE) with a valid sworn affidavit. Requirements for affidavit: Confirm percentage of Black Ownership (flow-through principle, Amended Code Series 100). Confirm percentage of Black Female Ownership. Confirm percentage of Black Designated Group Ownership, with breakdown for: Youth, Disabled, Unemployed, Rural, Military Veterans. Annual Total Revenue must be between R10M and R50M (based on latest audited financial statements). B-BBEE Contributor Level must be confirmed (Level One or Level Two). Affidavit validity: 12 months from the date signed by the Commissioner of Oaths. Legal Compliance: Valid enterprise registration, VAT number (if applicable), and authorized representative.

No specific submission instructions are provided in this document. Bidders must refer to the official RFQ/tender documents for: submission address, deadline, required forms, returnable documents, and disqualification risks. This document is a technical scope only.

General: Applicants must be registered vendors with Eskom or meet Eskom’s supplier requirements. Experience in mechanical maintenance, piping installation, and civil works for industrial/water systems is required. Compliance with South African labor, safety (OHS Act), and environmental regulations is mandatory. Ability to handle controlled disclosure documents and adhere to Eskom’s confidentiality policies is required. Technical: Proven track record in HDPE piping installation and water supply systems. Certification or experience in working with potable water systems and industrial safety standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 18001). Capacity to complete the project within Eskom’s timeline and quality standards.

Scope: Supply, installation, and execution of a potable water supply line tap-off from the coal stockyard to the Tippler Plant at Majuba Power Station. Purpose: Replace the defective Rand water line to prevent water loss and provide a permanent solution. Key Deliverables: Supply and install 800-1000 meters of 80 mm NB HDPE piping. Supply and install 2 x 80 mm HDPE/PVC hand isolating valves. Supply and install elbows, connectors, and fittings for road crossings, elevations, and tap-offs (50-80 NB galvanized to HDPE/PVC and 80-100/80 NB HDPE/PVC to galvanized). Civil Works: Route HDPE pipe under gravel roads with depth constraints (not lower than 0.7m, not higher than 0.4m from surface). Compact gravel above pipe after installation. Assume standard 10.8m gravel road crossings (3.6m per lane, 1.8m per shoulder). HDPE pipe may be laid above soil, except under gravel roads. Provisions for additional connector sizes must be made. Standards: Adhere to ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 18001 (Health and Safety), OHS Act, and Eskom’s Generation Plant Safety Regulations.

No explicit compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC) are stated in this document. Bidders must confirm Eskom’s vendor registration and adherence to confidentiality policies for controlled disclosure documents.

Successful contractors must: 1. Demonstrate an OHS management system aligned with Eskom's procedure and relevant legislation (e.g., OHS Act, COIDA). 2. Provide evidence of understanding and ability to comply with Eskom's notification, reporting, and investigation requirements. 3. Confirm that this procedure applies to their employees working on Eskom sites or on Eskom's behalf. 4. Accept Eskom's oversight and direction for incident management related to contract work.

Submit the entire RFQ documentation with all pages completed. Indicate unit price next to each line item quoted on and 'NO QUOTE' for items not quoted. All suppliers must complete and submit SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid) by the closing deadline. Local suppliers must provide evidence of tax compliance: CSD Number, eFiling PIN, or copy of Tax Clearance Certificate. Foreign suppliers must complete Part B (3) of SBD 1; if answering 'yes' to any questions, they must also provide tax compliance evidence. Download, read, and submit the mandatory Supplier Integrity Pact Declaration (Supplier Declaration Form). Complete and submit the Technical Deviation Schedule, signed, indicating if there are deviations or not. Failure to submit will result in disqualification. Submit SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form). Submit SBD 6.2 (Certificate for Local Production and Content) with Annexures C, D, E if designated sectors/materials apply. Submit CPA Requirements for Local Goods/Services (South African) or CPA (IG) for Foreign Goods/Services if applicable. Submit a copy of a valid current SARS certificate for Foreign suppliers required to be tax compliant without a CSD/eFiling PIN. Submit an original or certified copy of a valid B-BBEE certificate or a sworn affidavit (for EME/QSE) for evaluation. Submit a list of Directors/Shareholding. Submit SBD 4. Submit SDL&I Undertaking if applicable and provided by SDL&I. Non-compliance with mandatory returnables at the RFQ closing deadline will result in disqualification. Accept Eskom's General Conditions of Purchase; non-acceptance renders the quote non-responsive.

Evaluation is based on Price and B-BBEE Preferential Point Scoring (80/20 allocation) for transactions above R30,000 up to R50M, aligned to PPPFA Regulations 2022. Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders if prices are not market-related. Eskom may award to a supplier who is not the highest scoring, subject to objective criteria and negotiations. Contractual requirements may include SHEQ and financial due diligence. Tax compliance is mandatory for all suppliers (local: CSD/eFiling/tax certificate; foreign: eFiling/tax certificate if answering 'yes' to Part B(3) of SBD 1). Acceptance of Eskom's General Conditions of Purchase is required. Compliance with Eskom's Life Saving Rules on site is mandatory. For construction elements, CIDB registration is required at contract award stage. Letter of Good Standing (COIDA) is required at contract award. Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for EME/QSE) is required for scoring. Failure to submit B-BBEE documentation by the deadline will result in a zero score for B-BBEE, but the tender will not be disqualified for this reason alone if otherwise responsive.

Gas Suppression Refilling: Refill fire gas suppression systems in the documentation centre (40 cylinders of Energen gas, 80 litres at 200 BAR, mass 22.8kg each) and Unit 6 archive room (38 cylinders of Argonite gas, 80 litres at 200 BAR, mass 22.8kg each). Conduct integrity tests (Door Fan Test) on gaseous fire suppression systems in main building document centre, IT server room, and unit 6 document centre per SANS, ISO, and NFPA standards. Strip/dismantle, repair, and reassemble systems; ensure proper installation to prevent premature pressure loss. If pressure drops within three days without activation, refilling is required. Fix defects that may cause pressure loss; quote for repairs if needed. Execute works per Employer’s requirements, SANS, and NFPA; deviations require Project Manager acceptance. Commission installed piping per On Site Commissioning for LPS Standard 240-56356376. Replace approximately 15 meters of fibre glass pipework with 90mm diameter pipe, required fittings, and apply a 2-hour fire-rated coating. Supply and install basement fire pipes for unit 6 basement cable tunnel fire protection system. Water Supply Installation: Supply and install 800-1000 meters of HDPE 80 mm NB piping, 2 x 80 mm HDPE/PVC hand isolating valves, elbows, connectors for road crossings and elevations. Provide connectors for tap-off (50-80 NB galvanized to HDPE/PVC and 80-100/80 NB HDPE/PVC to galvanised). HDPE pipework may be laid above soil, but not under gravel roads. Civil work includes routing HDPE pipework under gravel roads: depth not lower than 0.7m and not higher than 0.4m from surface; compact gravel above piping. Assume gravel road crossings are 10.8m standard. Vendors must ensure they are working against the correct drawing revision number (if applicable).

Indicate unit prices next to each line item and 'NO QUOTE' for unquoted items. Provide total tender price excluding VAT, including delivery but excluding VAT, and including VAT. Quotation validity period is 60 days. Indicate if prices are fixed and firm. Specify discounts: trade and settlement. Indicate if delivery charges are included in the price. Provide FOB value and rate of exchange if applicable. Provide freight insurance details.

Tax Compliance: Local suppliers must be tax compliant and submit CSD Number, eFiling PIN, or copy of Tax Clearance Certificate. Foreign suppliers must complete Part B (3) of SBD 1; if answering 'yes', they must provide tax compliance evidence (eFiling PIN or Tax Clearance Certificate). B-BBEE: Submit an original or certified copy of a valid B-BBEE certificate or a sworn affidavit (for EME/QSE) for evaluation. Failure to submit B-BBEE documentation by the deadline will result in a zero score for B-BBEE, but the tender will not be disqualified for this reason alone if otherwise responsive. Company Registration: Provide company registration number. CSD: Provide CSD number. SBD Forms: Submit SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), and SBD 6.2 with Annexures C, D, E if designated sectors apply. Local Content: Submit CPA Requirements for Local Goods/Services (South African) or CPA (IG) for Foreign Goods/Services if applicable. Professional Registrations: CIDB registration is required at contract/order award for construction-related contracts. COIDA: Submit Letter of Good Standing (COIDA) at contract/order award. Supplier Integrity: Submit Integrity Pact Declaration. Technical Deviation: Submit completed and signed Technical Deviation Schedule. Conflict of Interest: Tenderers must not have a conflict of interest; evidence includes common controlling partners or relationships influencing the process. Environmental Compliance: Comply with Eskom's environmental requirements: zero liquid effluent discharge, no chemical/oil dumping, proper asbestos handling, no on-site burning, proper hazardous substance handling. Safety: Comply with Eskom's Life Saving Rules on site.

Closing date and time: 14 May 2026 at 10:00. Tender validity period: 52 weeks from closing date. Clarification queries deadline: 5 working days before tender submission deadline (9 May 2026). No site/clarification meetings scheduled.

Eskom Representative: M Dick. Tel: +2717 799 3200. Email: [email protected]. Submission portal: Eskom E-Tendering (https://commercial.eskom.co.za). Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender available at www.eskom.co.za. Supplier Help Manual and video available on Eskom E-Tendering portal.

Submit electronically via Eskom E-Tendering portal (https://commercial.eskom.co.za). Deadline: 14 May 2026 at 10:00. No late submissions accepted. Upload documents under folders: Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other. All files must be in PDF format (price list also requires Excel copy). Maximum upload size: 500MB per document, 4GB total. No ZIP files. Resubmissions allowed; only the latest version counts. Ensure submission status shows as 'complete'. Mandatory returnables include: Annexure A (Acknowledgement Form), Annexure B (Tenderer’s Particulars), Annexure C (Integrity Declaration), Annexure D (CPA for Local Goods/Services), Annexure E (CPA for Imported Goods/Services), Annexure F1-F4 (SBD 6.2 Local Content Declaration), Annexure G (SBD 1), Annexure H (SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim), Annexure I (SBD 4 Bidders Disclosure), Tax Clearance Certificate (if applicable), and proof of compliance with Specific Goals. Hard copies not accepted.

Evaluation stages: 1) Eligibility check: Disqualification if on National Treasury’s Restricted Suppliers list, Tender Defaulters list, or from sanctioned countries. 2) Compliance check: Must be registered on CSD (unless foreign), submit mandatory returnables, and meet basic compliance (e.g., authorized signatories, no 100% subcontracting). 3) Scoring: Pricing evaluated inclusive of VAT, with corrections for errors and adjustments for deviations/alternatives. Specific Goals scored out of 20 or 10 points (PPPFA). Preferential points: 90/10 for tenders > R50M, 80/20 for tenders ≤ R50M. Local content thresholds (e.g., 100% for steel) must be met; failure disqualifies. B-BBEE status and subcontractor classifications affect scoring but not disqualification. Final ranking based on combined pricing and Specific Goals scores.

Scope: Replace gas cylinder, supply and install basement fire pipes, integrity test on 5 Majuba Archive Room, water supply to TFR building at Rail yard, and install HDPE line to tippler and Transnet building for Majuba Power Station. Contract type: NEC or Eskom Standard Conditions of Purchase. Pricing schedule/BOQ required in PDF and Excel. Alternative tenders allowed based on: different completion date, payment method, or technical methods/specifications. Contractual requirements may include SHEQ, financial statements, and quality/environmental documents per scope. Designated materials (e.g., steel) require 100% local content compliance.

Payment terms: 30 days for contracts ≤ R50M (incl. VAT), 60 days for contracts > R50M (incl. VAT) from receipt of undisputed invoices. Pricing must be inclusive of VAT. Unconditional discounts considered in evaluation; conditional discounts applied at payment. Price list required in PDF and Excel. Audited financial statements for the previous 18 months (or last year if unavailable) required for all tenderers. JVs/SPVs must submit statements for each participant. Start-ups (<12 months) exempt until first-year statements available. Eskom reserves the right to negotiate prices post-bid if deemed not market-related.

Mandatory: CSD registration (except foreign suppliers), Tax Clearance Certificate (or SARS e-filing PIN for local suppliers; foreign suppliers with SA footprint must provide tax compliance proof). B-BBEE: Proof of status level (certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed requirement). CIDB grading: Valid proof required for main contractor/JV/sub-contractor if applicable. Local content: 100% threshold for designated materials (e.g., steel); Annexures F1-F4 required as evidence. Employment Equity: Proof of compliance (South African tenderers only). COIDA: Certificate of good standing or proof of application (South African tenderers only). Integrity Declaration (Annexure C) and Supplier Integrity Pact mandatory. Joint Ventures: Must submit JV agreement confirming joint/several liability and lead partner authority. Subcontracting: Must declare if subcontracting with subsidiaries. Foreign suppliers: Must complete SBD1; no tax compliance proof required if no SA footprint. Conflict of interest declarations required.

Development Team contact: Diane Maunatlala.

Returnable documents required for submission:

• Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules and requirements form (Annexure B).
• Detailed Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) plan covering: OHS organization, SHE incident management, work activity planning, PPE, emergency and fire risk management, vehicle safety, contractor management, design, permits, competency/training, and communication.
• Detailed costing for Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) management, broken down per item (not lump sum), based on the scope of work and risk assessment.
• Baseline Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology for identifying and managing SHE risks.
• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• SHE policy signed by CEO/MD, compliant with OHS Act Section 7 or OSHAS 18001.
• CVs and qualifications/certificates for SHE competency (e.g., first aiders, SACPCMP-registered safety officer, SHE Representative, HCS Controller, incident investigator).

Evaluation is pass/fail based on submission of all required SHE documents. Each of the 7 KPIs in the 'Construction work' section must score '1' (document submitted and meets minimum requirements). A score of '0' (missing or non-compliant document) on any KPI may result in disqualification. The work is classified as 'high risk,' requiring strict adherence to SHE standards.

Scope: Construction work classified as high risk.

Deliverables/requirements:

• OHS plan must address: OHS organization (responsibility and accountability), SHE incident management, planning of work activities (including changes and emergency work), PPE, emergency planning and fire risk management, vehicle and driver behavior safety, contractor/supplier selection and management, design and specifications, permits, competency/training/appointments, and communication/awareness.
• Baseline Risk Assessment (BRA) for SHE risks, including methodology.
• SHE competency: Required roles include first aiders, SACPCMP-registered safety officer, SHE Representative, HCS Controller, and incident investigator.

Pricing format:

• Detailed costing for SHE management must be provided, broken down per item (not lump sum).
• Costing must align with the overall scope of work/service and the generic risk assessment.

Mandatory compliance documents:

• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• SHE policy signed by CEO/MD, compliant with OHS Act Section 7 or OSHAS 18001.
• Professional registrations: Safety officer must be SACPCMP registered.
• Competency certificates for roles such as first aid, HCS Controller, and incident investigator.

1. Must qualify as an Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME) with annual total revenue ≤ R10,000,000. 2. Must submit a sworn B-BBEE affidavit commissioned by a Commissioner of Oaths. 3. Affidavit must declare Black ownership percentages using the flow-through principle. 4. Must specify Black Designated Group ownership breakdown (youth, disabled, unemployed, rural, military veterans). 5. Affidavit remains valid for 12 months from the signing date.

1. B-BBEE Compliance: Must submit a sworn EME affidavit if annual revenue is ≤ R10,000,000. 2. Ownership Declaration: Must declare Black ownership percentage (flow-through principle) and Black Designated Group breakdown (youth, disabled, unemployed, rural, military veterans). 3. Recognition Levels: 100% Black Owned = Level One (135% procurement recognition), ≥51% Black Owned = Level Two (125% recognition), <51% Black Owned = Level Four (100% recognition). 4. Affidavit Validity: 12 months from signing date. 5. Commissioning: Must be signed before a Commissioner of Oaths.