Supply and delivery of oil immersed current transformers for ESKOM (3-Year contract)

To be eligible, bidders must acknowledge and commit to full compliance with Eskom's SHE requirements, demonstrate capability to manage subcontractors according to specified criteria, and have an authorized company representative sign the acknowledgement form. Previous work references may be required for verification.

• The main supplier must notify Eskom prior to appointing contractors or suppliers for the commencement of work.
• Financial penalties will be enforced on the main supplier for non-conformance with Eskom or statutory SHE requirements, including those of subcontractors or suppliers.
• Ensure all employees (contractors/suppliers) undergo relevant Eskom and company inductions.

• The main supplier must demonstrate to Eskom the process and selection criteria used when appointing contractors and suppliers.
• The main supplier must notify Eskom prior to appointing contractors or suppliers for work commencement.
• The main supplier must ensure contractors and suppliers possess adequate resources and competencies.
• The main supplier is accountable for managing its contractors/suppliers to ensure compliance with applicable legal and Eskom requirements.
• The main supplier shall monitor contractors/suppliers through audits and assessments for SHE compliance during work execution.
• The main supplier must provide grounds for termination of work done by contractors and suppliers.
• All non-conformances by contractors/suppliers will be dealt with directly with the main supplier under performance and penalty processes.
• Eskom reserves the right to verify compliance and may request copies of testimonials/references and contact details of previous clients, including Eskom, for similar work.
• The tenderer must understand and comply with SHE requirements, including but not limited to:

• Eskom contractor Health and Safety requirements standards 32-136
• SHE specification provided
• Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Mine Health and Safety Act (where applicable)
• Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act
• National Environmental Management Act

• After contract award, the supplier is responsible for fully aligning company processes to Eskom’s SHE requirements (policies, procedures, standards).

• The SHE requirements are documented in Annexure B (Identifier 240-43921804 Rev 5, Acknowledgement Form for Document 240-77471499 Rev 2), effective November 2016, reviewed December 2021.

• All technical specifications (dimensions, electrical properties) will be supplied to the successful bidder(s) prior to order placement.

Must be capable of designing, manufacturing, and testing the specified transformers; must have the capacity to provide ongoing technical support over a 5-year period; must agree to the delivery and offloading terms.

• All technical specifications, including dimensions and electrical properties, will be provided to the successful bidder(s) only after order placement.
• The work references a specific specification document: 'SPECIFICATION FOR POWER TRANSFORMERS RATED FOR 240-68973110, 1.25MVA AND ABOVE AND WITH HIGHEST VOLTAGE OF 2.2KV OR ABOVE', unique identifier 240-68973110, latest revision.

• Prices must be quoted for items in the schedule.

• Prices must be quoted for items in the schedule.
• The general use of technical expertise and support is deemed to be included in the quoted prices.

• Contract period: 5 years.
• Supply is on an 'as-and-when-required' basis for transformer repair projects.
• No specific quantity of current transformers is guaranteed to be purchased over the contract period.
• The scope includes making technical expertise and support available for the incorporation and use of the supplied components.

The document outlines environmental tender evaluation and scoring criteria for high, medium, and low risk work. It specifies scoring rules (0 or 1) based on whether submitted documents satisfy minimum requirements. Key areas assessed include: Acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules; Environmental Management Plan with varying detail per risk level; Identification of environmental aspects and impacts (medium/high risk); Signed environmental policy; Environmental competency (high risk); and ISO 14001 certification.

Returnable Documents: The tender submission must include the signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules and requirements form (Annexure B).

Tenderers must submit all required documents; score 0 if documents missing or not meeting minimum requirements; must comply with Eskom's SHE rules; must have environmental management system aligned with risk category; ISO 14001 certification is mandatory.

The tender requires submission of environmental management documents. Minimum requirements include: Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules and requirements (Annexure B). Environmental Management Plan must address, as a minimum: Waste management (reduction, re-use, recycling, disposal); Environmental induction; For medium and high risk: Environmental incident management; Emergency planning for environmental incidents; For high risk: Environmental management structure within the company with professional registration; Method statements for activities with significant environmental impacts; Approach to ensuring compliance with environmental obligations; Environmental competency, training, appointments; Environmental communication and awareness. For medium and high risk: Identification, assessment and control of environmental aspects and impacts. For all: Signed environmental (or SHE/SHEQ) policy committing to compliance and duty of care. For high risk: Environmental competency and qualifications/certificates (e.g., Environmental Officer, Environmental Control Officer, Incident investigator). ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard certificate may be required.

No specific requirements found

Supply and delivery of Oil Immersed Current Transformers for a period of five years on an as-and-when-required basis. The contract includes technical expertise and support for the incorporation and use of the components.

The contract is for a period of five years. The starting date is to be announced. The delivery date is according to an agreed delivery schedule. The period for reply is 7 business days. The assessment interval for payment is between the 25th day of each successive month.

Purchaser: Eskom Rotek Industries SOC Ltd, Lower Germiston Road, Rosherville, Cleveland, Johannesburg, 2001. Tel: 629 4000. Supply Manager: Mashudu Mulaudzi, email: [email protected].

Returnable documents must be submitted as part of the offer. The offer must be signed by a duly authorised representative. The offer may be accepted by the Purchaser signing the Acceptance part of the Form of Offer and returning a copy to the tenderer before the end of the validity period. Any deviations must be recorded in the Schedule of Deviations attached to the Form of Offer and Acceptance. Cover letters must not be included in the final contract document.

Suppliers must: be legally registered entities; have no conflicts of interest; comply with South African laws including B-BBEE requirements; maintain B-BBEE status throughout contract period (decrease may lead to renegotiation or termination); provide required guarantees and securities if awarded; have financial capacity to undertake the contract; and meet all technical specifications (to be provided separately). Joint ventures are permitted but members are jointly and severally liable.

Supply and delivery of Oil Immersed Current Transformers (OICT) and Interposing Current Transformers (Din rail mount in transformer marshalling kiosks) for a period of five years on an as-and-when-required basis. Delivery to T&SS Receipt and Dispatch premises, Lower Germiston Road, Transformer and Switchgear services, Bushings and CTs department. Goods must be protected against damage, moisture and dirt. Offloading facilities and labour provided by purchaser. Technical specifications (including dimensions and electrical properties) will be supplied prior to order placement. Factory acceptance testing as per 240-56062864, excluding tests not applicable to the scope.

Prices are exclusive of VAT; VAT is 15%. The currency is South African Rand. Payment terms: 30 days from date of receipt of a valid tax invoice. The Supplier must provide a tax invoice within one week of receiving a payment certificate. The Supplier must include the Purchaser's VAT number 4740101508 on each invoice. Delay damages for delivery are 0.1% up to a maximum of 10% of the task order value.

The Supplier must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and Eskom Safety, Health and Environmental Requirements. The Supplier must notify the Purchaser within seven days of any change in its B-BBEE status and submit an updated verification certificate within thirty days. A decrease in B-BBEE status may allow the Purchaser to renegotiate or terminate the contract. The Supplier must comply with the Value Added Tax Act No 89 of 1991.

Scope of work: Supply and delivery of Oil immersed current transformers reissue.

Returnable Documents:

• Submit signed acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements form (Annexure B).
• Submit an OHS plan addressing project/scope OHS risks aligned with health and safety specifications.
• Submit a Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology.
• Submit a valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• Submit an OHS policy signed by CEO complying with OHS Act Section 7.
• For certified suppliers: Submit ISO 45001 certificate or equivalent.

Suppliers must demonstrate OHS compliance through either: 1) Full OHS documentation submission (for non-certified suppliers), or 2) ISO 45001 certification or equivalent (for certified suppliers). All must provide valid Letter of Good Standing and signed OHS policy.

Scope of work: Supply and delivery of Oil immersed current transformers reissue.

Returnable Documents: The bidder must complete and submit a detailed Method Statement template. The template requires: Supplier representative details (full name, designation, contact number). Details of who originated, reviewed, and approved the method statement. Client division and tender/RFQ number. A detailed description of the scope of work, objectives, and required activities. Information on customer focus, competency, infrastructure (PPE, tools, equipment), leadership, risk management, process improvement, data analysis, and relationship management.

While explicit pass/fail criteria are not listed in this template, eligibility will be based on the bidder's ability to satisfactorily complete this method statement, demonstrating: a robust quality management system, competent human resources with defined training, appropriate infrastructure and PPE, effective risk management, and a structured approach to stakeholder and supplier management. Compliance with the NEC contract framework and Eskom's requirements is implied.

Scope: Supply and delivery of Oil immersed current transformers. The bidder must provide a Method Statement covering: Detailed scope of work as per the contract document. Specific, measurable objectives for the scope of work. How customer requirements are identified and communicated. Required human resources, skills, competencies, and training. Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Required tools, equipment, and infrastructure, including testing and measurements. The organisation's mission, vision, and values. Risk identification and mitigation for delivering the scope. Process improvement methods. Data collection and analysis for future decision-making. Stakeholder management and supplier selection criteria if outsourcing is involved.

Eskom Representative: Paulo Infante.

Date Issued: 14/05/2026.

Returnable Documents:

• E.1 Form A must be completed and signed.

E.1 Form A must be completed and signed.

Suppliers must demonstrate compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality management requirements, either through valid certification from an accredited body (Option 1) or through documented evidence of an uncertified but compliant QMS (Option 2). Additional eligibility depends on scoring in Sections B (Evidence of QMS in operation), C (Contract Quality Plan), D (Quality Control Plan), and E (User-defined requirements).

Supply and Delivery of Oil Immersed Current Transformers for a period of 3 years.

No specific compliance requirements stated.

• E.2: Other requirements may be added as per scope of work or specification.

Quality Requirements Deliverables are evaluated (Category 4).

• Option 1: Valid ISO 9001 certification by an accredited body (Score: 0).
• Option 2: Evidence of a documented QMS complying with ISO 9001, including:
• Quality Method statement based on scope (Template Ref: 240-126469599).
• Quality Policy approved by top management.
• Quality Objectives approved by top management.
• Documented information for control of documented information (Clause 7.5).
• Documented information for control of nonconforming outputs (Clause 8.7).
• Documented information for nonconformity and corrective action (Clause 10.2).
• Documented information for internal audit (Clause 9.2).
• Section A Score Option 2: 3.
• Section B: Evidence of QMS in operation (Ref: 240-105658000), including:
• Documented roles, responsibilities, authorities (organization chart and responsibility matrix).
• Documented control of externally provided processes, products, and services.
• Section B Score: 2.
• Section C: Draft Contract Quality Plan specific to scope (Ref ISO 10005). Score: 0.
• Section D: Draft/Example Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) on similar/previous work. Score: 0.
• Section E: User-defined additional requirements. Score: 1.

• Quality Representative: Paulo Infante (Quality Manager).
• Date indicated: 14/05/2026.

• Tenderer must appoint a quality representative.

Must be capable of supplying oil-immersed current transformers. Must have quality management system aligned with ISO 9001. Must pass Category 4 capability assessment (pre-contract). Must accept Eskom's standard quality conditions including preservation, audits, and performance monitoring.

• ISO 9001 principles apply: customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision making, relationship management.

• Post-contract award: Contract execution and supplier quality performance monitoring apply.

• Performance evaluations (Principle 6) apply.
• Pre-contract award quality requirements are applicable.
• Supplier quality performance monitoring and quality audit conditions will be enforced.
• Tenderer must indicate applicability of ISO 9001 standard clauses and quality principles.

This tender is for the supply and delivery of oil-immersed current transformers. The technical evaluation focuses on company profile, experience, method statement, and manufacturing capability.

Site visit: Eskom Rotek Industries delegation will visit the factory where items will be manufactured. This is compulsory.

Returnable documents must be submitted with the bid. Failure to include compulsory returnables will result in disqualification.

To be eligible for consideration, bidders must: 1) Score at least 70% in the Desktop Evaluation. 2) Achieve a final technical weighted score of at least 90%. 3) Provide compulsory returnables (OEM testimonial letters and allow site inspection/samples). 4) Demonstrate relevant company experience and have a manufacturing facility (own or via a verifiable third-party agreement).

Scope: Supply and delivery of oil-immersed current transformers.

Key requirements:

• Bidders must have samples locally available for inspection by Eskom.
• Workshop inspection criteria include assessment of: manufacturing methods, work practices, design practices and application, testing facility and practices, raw material procurement and storage, sub-contractor practices.
• For bidders without own manufacturing premises: detailed third-party and bidder agreement letters must be furnished with the bid, clearly indicating bid number and third-party responsibility.

Method statement requirements:

• Must detail procurement, handling, transportation, and storage of spares from the moment an order is placed by Eskom.
• Scoring: 0 points if not submitted or not related, 5 points if basic/vague, 20 points if clearly defined and comprehensive.

Experience and qualifications:

• Company profile must clearly indicate services related to this bid.
• Experience demonstrated through purchase orders/delivery notes and testimonial letters from transformer manufacturers (OEM).

Quality and capability assessment:

• Workshop inspection will evaluate manufacturing methods, work practices, design practices, testing facility, raw material procurement, and sub-contractor practices.
• Bidders must have samples locally available for Eskom inspection.
• Minimum technical score threshold is 90%.

Technical evaluation criteria:

• Scoring based on company profile, purchase order history, testimonial letters, method statement, and factory inspection.
• Minimum weighted threshold for desktop evaluation is 70%.
• Minimum weighted final technical score required is 90%.

This is Eskom's technical standard for current transformers up to 132kV.

• Purpose: Stipulates requirements for designing, manufacturing, and testing current transformers to ensure product integrity and minimise failure risk.
• Scope: Details requirements applicable to current transformers used in Eskom for nominal voltages up to 132kV.
• Applicability: Applies throughout Eskom Holdings Limited Divisions.
• The document includes extensive definitions, abbreviations, roles and responsibilities, general requirements, ratings, design and construction details, testing, documentation, and drawing specifications.

Contractors must be conversant with specification requirements, comply with all technical standards, and any deviations require prior written approval from Eskom. Suppliers must provide all required documentation including outline drawings, section drawings, insulator drawings, and terminal box details. Must have capability to meet testing requirements including type tests, routine tests, and special tests.

This is a technical standard document for Eskom's current transformers up to 132kV. It defines detailed design, manufacturing, and testing requirements. Bidders must supply equipment that meets all specifications.

• Scope: Applies to current transformers used by Eskom for nominal voltages up to 132kV.
• Purpose: To standardise Eskom's current transformer requirements.
• Applicability: Throughout Eskom Holdings Limited Divisions.
• Key Requirements:
• Life expectancy: 25 years under normal service conditions.
• Standard service conditions include ambient temperatures from -5°C to 40°C, altitude up to 1800m, and specific humidity, solar radiation, wind pressure, and seismic shock limits.
• Design and construction must comply with detailed specifications for ratings, insulation, cores, accuracy classes, materials, temperature rise, earthing, mechanical strength, and electromagnetic compatibility.
• Construction details cover secondary terminals, terminal boxes, tanks, insulators, mounting, corrosion protection, markings, rating plates, and warranty.
• Testing: Mandatory type, routine, and special tests as per IEC standards and Eskom requirements. Each unit must be delivered with routine test certificates.
• Documentation: Tender and contract documentation must include technical schedules, drawings, user manuals, and type test reports.
• Bidders must be fully conversant with this specification. All deviations must be listed in a deviation schedule; no deviations are accepted without Eskom's written approval.

The standard specifies rigorous quality and testing requirements to ensure product integrity.

• Testing: Mandatory type tests, routine tests on each unit, and special tests as specified. All tests must be fully documented.
• Documentation: Each CT must be delivered with routine test certificates and excitation curves, housed in a waterproof container inside the terminal box.
• Inspection: Eskom reserves the right to inspect manufacturing and witness tests.
• Packaging and Marking: Detailed requirements for robust packaging, labelling, and marking to ensure safe delivery and identification.

No specific compliance requirements (like CSD, tax, CIDB) are stated in the provided document.

• B-BBEE: A minimum level 10 is mentioned, but no further details are provided.
• General Obligations:
• Contractors must be conversant with and comply with all requirements of this Eskom standard.
• All deviations must be clearly listed in a deviation schedule as part of the tender deliverables.
• No deviations will be accepted unless approved by Eskom in writing.

The document includes several safety-related design and construction requirements.

• Internal Arc Fault Protection: For oil-immersed CTs with Um ≥ 72.5kV, specifications for withstanding internal arcs to prevent fragmentation and contain explosions.
• Fail-Safe Design: If required, CT construction must comply with fail-safe design to yield low explosion risk; supplier must provide details in the tender.
• Earthing: CT frame must have an earthing terminal marked with the earth symbol.
• Mechanical Strength: CTs must withstand specified static loads on primary terminals.
• Liquid Containment: CTs must be hermetically sealed to prevent insulating liquid loss.
• General: The requirements aim to minimise the risk of equipment failure.

The document outlines technical requirements and conditions for supply, but does not contain standard contractual terms like payment terms, contract duration, or termination clauses.

• Warranty: Eskom only accepts current transformers with a minimum warranty of 5 years.
• General Supplier Obligations:
• Contractors must comply with all requirements and list any deviations in a schedule.
• No deviations are accepted without Eskom's written approval.
• Eskom reserves the right to inspect manufacture and witness tests.

This is a comprehensive technical standard containing hundreds of specific design, material, construction, and testing requirements for current transformers up to 132kV. It is not a list of tender submission requirements but the technical specification that supplied equipment must meet. Key themes include:

• Compliance: Contractors must be conversant with and comply with all requirements; deviations require written approval.
• Technical Specifications: Detailed requirements for ratings, insulation, cores, accuracy classes, materials, temperature limits, mechanical strength, and testing.
• Documentation: Required drawings, schedules, manuals, and test reports for tender and contract stages.
• The actual tender-specific requirements (like forms, returnables, submission address) are not found in this standard document.

• Tender for the supply and delivery of oil immersed current transformers over a 3-year period.
• The tender includes multiple mandatory annexures: Authorisation Form, Acknowledgement Form, Tenderer’s Particulars, Integrity Declaration, CPA forms for local/foreign goods, SBD forms for local content and preference points, and other compliance documents.
• Scope is explicitly stated as supply and delivery of oil immersed current transformers.

• Closing date and time: 13 August 2026 at 10h00.
• Non-compulsory clarification meeting: 29 July 2026 at 10h00 via Microsoft Teams (link provided).
• Tender validity period: 120 days (16 weeks) from closing date.
• Deadline for clarification queries: 5 working days before tender submission deadline.

• Eskom Representative: Phuti Maremane.
• Telephone: (011) 629 4559.
• Email: [email protected].
• All queries and clarifications must be addressed in writing to the Eskom Representative only.
• Fraud/corruption anonymous reporting: 0800 11 2722 or [email protected].

• Submit electronically via Eskom E-tendering site at https://tenderbulletin.eskom.co.za/. No hard copies accepted.
• Deadline: 13 August 2026 at 10h00. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Upload documents in PDF format; price list must be in both PDF and Excel.
• Maximum upload size per document is 500 MB; total submission restricted to 4 GB.
• Ensure submission status is marked as complete. If resubmitting, only the latest version will be considered.
• 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 6.2 for local production/content (Annexures G1-G4 if applicable), SBD 1 (Annexure H), SBD 4 (Annexure J).
• Non-disqualifiable returnables at closing: SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form (Annexure I) – if missing, you will be given 5 working days to submit.
• Failure to upload tender documents will render the tender non-responsive.

Tenderers must not be on international sanctions lists, have conflicts of interest, be restricted by National Treasury, or be on Tender Defaulters list. Must not submit multiple tenders individually or as JV partners (except for system size limits). Must not subcontract 100% of scope. JV/consortium must have joint and several liability agreement. Must have valid tax compliance (local/foreign with SA footprint).

• Scope: Supply and Delivery of Oil Immersed Current Transformer for a period of 3 years.
• Key deliverables: Oil immersed current transformers as per requirements.
• Technical evaluation criteria and quality checklist are attached; refer to Annexure C3 and C5 for SHE details.
• Cataloguing: Successful tenderer may be required to provide cataloguing information per item after award and label materials per Eskom specifications.

• Pricing schedule must be completed and submitted in PDF and Excel formats.
• Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetic errors, excluding contingencies.
• Unconditional discounts considered; conditional discounts not considered for evaluation but applied at payment.
• Pricing forms part of the NEC or other contract documents.

• Pricing must be inclusive of VAT.
• Price list must be submitted in PDF and Excel formats.
• Payment terms: For contracts below R50 million (incl. VAT), payment within 30 days of undisputed invoice. For contracts above R50 million (incl. VAT), payment within 60 days.
• Performance security may be required; if so, tenderer must select at least two financial institutions from Eskom-approved list.
• Financial capacity: Audited financial statements for past 3 years will be evaluated.

• Mandatory: Proof of valid CSD registration (CSD number/report).
• B-BBEE: Submit proof of B-BBEE status level (certificate, sworn affidavit, or as per B-BBEE Codes). Failure to submit results in 0 points for Specific Goals.
• Tax compliance: Tax clearance certificate required for foreign tenderers with SA footprint and local tenderers not on CSD/without SARS PIN. Foreign suppliers with no SA footprint complete SBD1 only.
• CIDB: Not applicable for this tender.
• Local content: If designated materials are included, complete SBD 6.2 and Annexures G1-G4.
• Safety: COIDA certificate of good standing or proof of application required for South African tenderers.
• Employment Equity: South African designated employers must provide proof of compliance with Employment Equity Act.
• Integrity: Must complete Integrity Declaration Form (Annexure D) and acknowledge Supplier Integrity Pact.

• Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) requirements are evaluated per Annexure C3 and C5.
• Mandatory: COIDA certificate of good standing or proof of application for South African tenderers.
• Additional safety/quality documents may be required as per scope of works.

• Contract duration: 3 years.
• Contract conditions: NEC TSC3.
• Tender validity: 120 days.
• Payment terms: 30 days for contracts under R50 million, 60 days for contracts over R50 million.
• Eskom reserves right to award to multiple contractors (1 to 5).
• Subcontracting 100% of scope is prohibited.
• Alternative tenders are not allowed.
• Joint ventures must have agreement stating joint and several liability.

• Functionality threshold: 90% minimum score.
• Price evaluation: 80 points.
• Specific Goals (PPPFA): 20 points.
• Ranking based on 80/20 preferential point system.
• Objective criteria (safety, health, environment, quality, finance) may influence final award decision.

This is Eskom's standard document outlining contractor health and safety requirements.

• The purpose is to standardise health and safety requirements for contractors across Eskom to achieve 'Zero Harm'.
• It sets minimum legislative and organisational requirements, but contractors must address any additional unique hazards of their specific project or operation.
• The document defines key terms like 'contractor', 'client', 'competent person', and outlines the roles and responsibilities of Eskom, project managers, contractors, and employees for health and safety.

While not explicitly listing financial or operational pre-qualification, the document defines mandatory capability criteria: 1. The contractor must be a legal entity (natural or legal person) capable of entering a contract. 2. Must demonstrate the organizational competence and resources to meet all stipulated SHE requirements. 3. Key personnel (e.g., Construction Managers, Health and Safety Officers) may require registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as per legislation. 4. Must have a disciplinary process for enforcing rules. 5. Must be able to enter into a Section 37(2) Agreement under the OHS Act if in a joint venture.

This document sets out Eskom's comprehensive health and safety requirements for all contractors, suppliers, and service providers.

• The standard aims to achieve 'Zero Harm' by standardising health and safety requirements across Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd and its subsidiaries.
• Contractors are responsible for executing work safely, preventing injury to people and damage to the environment, and ensuring compliance with all applicable occupational health and safety legislation and Eskom policies.
• The contractor's Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) management system must demonstrate compliance with legal requirements and the level appropriate to the service provided.
• Contractors must develop their own safety, health, and environmental plans, procedures, or work instructions to address any specialised activities or hazards not fully covered by this standard.
• The standard references numerous Eskom procedures and South African legislative acts, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993, as the foundation for all requirements.

To prevent unauthorised access to dangerous areas or equipment, substantial barriers, fencing, or covers must be erected to a degree that prevents unauthorised removal.

• The handling and use of explosives are controlled by specific regulations.

A 'Competent Person' is defined as someone with the knowledge, training, experience, and qualifications specific to the work being performed.

• Where appropriate, these qualifications and training must be registered with the South African Qualifications Authority.
• A 'Contractor' is broadly defined as any current or potential supplier, vendor, contractor, consultant, or service provider to Eskom.

The document references ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems as a normative standard.

• It requires contractors to have occupational hygiene assessments performed by a SANAS-accredited and Department of Labour-approved inspection authority where hazards exist.
• Regular internal audits are required to maintain organisational efficiency and statutory observance.
• Safety inspections (both reactive and proactive) must be conducted to identify and rectify hazards.
• Contractors must maintain a Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) file on every worksite for audit and inspection purposes.
• Working hours must comply with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997, to prevent risks from fatigue.

Measurement of health and safety performance is required to manage the system effectively.

• This involves: providing information on how the system operates in practice, identifying areas needing remedial action, and providing a basis for continual improvement.

This document is Eskom's standard 'Contractor Health and Safety Requirements' (Document 32-136, Revision 4).

• It applies to all contractors, suppliers, vendors, service providers, and consultants working for or on behalf of Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, its divisions, and subsidiaries.
• The core compliance requirement is adherence to all applicable South African occupational health and safety legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993, and its regulations.
• Contractors must also comply with all Eskom policies, procedures, and standards related to Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ).
• The document lists numerous normative references, including ISO 9001 and specific Eskom standards for SHE organisation, risk management, training, and incident management.

This is the core document: 'Contractor Health and Safety Requirements' (32-136).

• It provides a comprehensive table of contents covering all aspects of contractor health and safety management at Eskom.
• Key areas include: Risk Assessments, Life-Saving Rules, Training, Emergency Preparedness, Occupational Health, Management of Hazardous Materials, Working at Heights, Confined Spaces, Permit to Work systems, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• The introduction states Eskom's commitment to safeguarding contractors and the environment, aligning with its SHEQ Policy.
• Contractors are fundamentally accountable for on-site safety and must ensure their employees and sub-contractors comply with all SHE statutory requirements and Eskom policies.

Contractors must manage asbestos-containing materials strictly in accordance with the Asbestos Regulations of the OHS Act due to significant environmental and legal risks.

• Where noise exposure reaches or exceeds 85 dBA, contractors must implement an effective hearing conservation programme.
• Regular audits are required to maintain organisational efficiency and statutory observance.

Eskom's Group Chief Executive has overall responsibility for health and safety at all Eskom sites.

• This duty may be delegated to appointed managers and section 16(2) appointees under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.