Air heater air in-leakage testing and pulverized fuel sampling on coal pipes at arnot power station (5-Year contract)

No eligibility criteria specified

Bidders must submit an environmental returnable as part of the tender pack. The returnable requires the bidder to commit to complying with the National Environmental Management Act (section 28) and the Constitution of South Africa (section 24), and to conform to the station's Environmental Management System (ISO 14001:2015) and its procedures, including the Eskom SHEQ Policy (32-727), the Emergency Preparedness Procedure, and the Waste Management Procedure.

Bidders must submit an environmental returnable committing to comply with the National Environmental Management Act (section 28) and the Constitution of South Africa (section 24). The contractor must conform to the station's Environmental Management System (ISO 14001:2015) and its procedures, including the Eskom SHEQ Policy (32-727), the Emergency Preparedness Procedure, and the Waste Management Procedure.

Eskom is committed to preventing work-related injuries and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. The Life-Saving Rules apply to all Eskom employees, agents, consultants, and contractors, and visitors must adhere to them. The rules enforce zero tolerance for serious at-risk behaviours that could cause disabilities or fatalities. Contractors must ensure their employees understand and comply with these rules, and violations will lead to disciplinary action. The main contractor is responsible for managing its subcontractors and ensuring they meet legal and Eskom requirements.

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Bidders must be registered on the CSD (implied for Eskom tenders). Must comply with Eskom's Life-Saving Rules and vehicle safety specifications. Contractors must have a disciplinary process for Life-Saving Rule violations and remove offending employees from site immediately. No specific CIDB grading or B-BBEE requirements are stated in the provided documents.

The tender is for air heater air in leakage testing and pulverized fuel sampling on coal pipes at Arnot Power Station, covering Units 1 to 6, for a period of five years. The work must be performed in accordance with Eskom's Life-Saving Rules and vehicle safety specifications. Contractors must ensure all employees undergo relevant Eskom induction and comply with OHS requirements.

Bidders must comply with Eskom's OHS requirements, including the Contractor Health and Safety Requirements standard 32-136, the OHS specification provided, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act. After contract award, the supplier must align its processes to Eskom's OHS policies and procedures. Penalties will be enforced for non-conformance. The main contractor must demonstrate the process and selection criteria for appointing subcontractors, notify Eskom prior to their appointment, ensure they have adequate resources, and manage them through audits and assessments. Eskom may request testimonials or references for similar work. B-BBEE Minimum Level: 2.

Evaluation will occur prior to the start of work. The OHS department will issue the 37(2) agreement to the project. Sampling points are installed on the four PF pipes just above the raffle box. The contractor remains accountable for quality and compliance with the SHEQ Policy and applicable legislative obligations.

Returnable documents — the following must be submitted with the tender:

• Latest approved annual financial statements of the tendering company (not parent or holding company), including background, signed director's report, signed auditor's/reviewer's/compiler's/accounting officer's report, statement of financial position, statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity, statement of cash flows, and notes to the financial statements.
• A signed copy of the public interest score (only for South African entities that are not audited), showing the actual score, indicating whether the company is owner-managed, and confirming whether the annual financial statements were externally prepared.
• Copies of ITA34C for the current and previous years of assessment (only for South African entities that are not audited).
• For an unincorporated JV or SPV, each partner must submit its annual financial statements including all items listed above.

Draft annual financial statements or management accounts are not allowed.

Due diligence and financial analysis returnables — bidders must submit the latest approved annual financial statements of the tendering company (not parent or holding company), including background, signed director's report, signed auditor's/reviewer's/compiler's/accounting officer's report, statement of financial position, statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity, statement of cash flows, and notes to the financial statements. For South African entities that are not audited, a signed copy of the public interest score is required, showing the actual score, indicating whether the company is owner-managed, and confirming whether the annual financial statements were externally prepared. Copies of ITA34C for the current and previous years of assessment are also required for such entities. For an unincorporated JV or SPV, each partner must submit its annual financial statements including all items listed. Draft annual financial statements or management accounts are not allowed.

Financial analysis requirements — bidders must submit the financial documents listed under submission guidelines as a tender returnable. No draft annual financial statements or management accounts are accepted.

No specific compliance requirements beyond the financial returnables are stated.

The objective of this contract is for Provision of ISO PF Sampling and Air in leakage Test for Unit 1-6 for

a period of 60 months as and when required at Arnot Power Station. Routine plant performance testing

is required for determining the health of the power plant components and systems, for troubleshooting

problems, and for optimizing performance.

This Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy (TTES) establishes a structured, objective and transparent

approach for evaluating the technical capability of bidders for Provision of ISO PF Sampling and Air in

leakage Test for Unit 1-6 for a period of 60 months as and when required at Arnot Power Station.

The strategy defines mandatory and qualitative technical evaluation criteria, roles and responsibilities of

the Technical Evaluation Team (TET), and acceptable / unacceptable risks and qualifications

2. Supporting clauses

2.1 Scope

This document defines the technical evaluation approach to be applied during the evaluation of tenders

for the provision of ISO PF Sampling and Air in leakage Test for Unit 1-6 at Arnot Power Station.

Air heater air in leakage Test

Conduct air in leakage test between the following Plant areas: Economiser & Air heater inlet, Air heater inlet & FFP

inlet, FFP inlet and FFP outlet and FFP outlet & ID fan Discharge. The test must be conducted in accordance to the

ASME Performance Test Code PTC 4.3 – 1985 and Performance Standard of Air Pre heaters standard 24087694581.

Test Gases Pressure Resources Equipment NO Ports Sampling Points

Location

Economiser O2 % Static 6 Gas Analyser =2 TOTAL =20 Sampling points to

& be determine using

CO(ppm) 2 X 6meter pitot Tubes Total LH =10 the BS EN ISO

CO2 % 2 X Manometers pressure RH =10 5802:2008/BS 848 -

Temperature 2 X Temperature Readers 3:2001

Air Heater O2 % Static 6 Gas Analyser =2 TOTAL =10 Sampling points to

Inlet 2 X 6meter Probes be determine using

CO(ppm) 2 X Manometers LH =5 the BS EN ISO

CO2 % 2 X Temperature Readers RH =5 5802:2008/BS 848 -

Temperature 3:2001

FFP Inlet O2 % Static 6 Gas Analyser =2 TOTAL =20 Sampling points to

CO(ppm) 2 X 2.5meter pitot Tubes be determine using

CO2 % 2 X Manometers LH =10 the BS EN ISO

Temperature 2 X Temperature Readers RH =10 5802:2008/BS 848 -

3:2001

FFP Outlet O2 % Static 6 Gas Analyser =2 TOTAL =14 Sampling points to

CO(ppm) & 2 X 4 meter pitot Tubes be determine using

CO2 % Total 2 X Manometers LH =7 the BS EN ISO

Temperature pressure 2 X Temperature Readers RH =7 5802:2008/BS 848 -

3:2001

ID Fan O2 % Static 4 Gas Analyser =2 TOTAL =4 Sampling points to

Discharge CO(ppm) 2 X 4 meter pitot Tubes be determine using

CO2 % 2 X Manometers LH =2 the BS EN ISO

Temperature 2 X Temperature Readers RH =2 5802:2008/BS 848 -

3:2001

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2.2 Pulverized fuel sampling:

ISO kinetic sampling of PF on the coal pipes between the mills and the coal burners. PF sample collection of

pulverized coal for fineness fractions. PF sampling to be conducted in accordance to the ASME Performance Test

Code PTC 4.1 and the Pulverised Fuel Sample Collection and Size Grading Standard - 240-76440331

Test Location Measurement / Samples Resources Equipment NO Ports

45 Feet level PF Sample 2 1XPF Sampler TOTAL =20

PF pipes PF Pipe Static Pressure 2 X Sieve Shaker

PF Pipe Velocity Pressure 2 X Weigh Scale Ports per mill =4

PF Temperature 2 X Thermocouple 5 x Mill on load = 20 ports

PF Velocity 2 X Temperature Readers

PF Flow rate 2 X PF Spliters

2X 300 micron Sieves

2X 150 micron Sieves

2X106 micron Sieves

2X 75 micron Sieves

Raw Coal Sampling Coal Raw Coal Per mill 2 Two Kilogram Bucket

On the Square to From the Square to 15 Mater long rope

Round Round Sampling bags for storing N/A

sample

Cable Ties

Name tag sticker

Raw Coal Flow Measure flow rate of the 2 2 X Fishing Rod

Determination raw coal on the Square to 2 X Stop watch

round Bag or containers N/A

For Storing the collected

sample

2.1.1 Purpose

The purpose of this strategy is to define:

• Mandatory technical evaluation criteria

• Qualitative technical evaluation criteria

• Technical evaluation threshold

• TET member responsibilities

• The strategy serves as the basis for conducting a consistent and auditable tender technical

evaluation.

2.1.2 Applicability

This document is applicable to Arnot Power Station and shall be used for the technical evaluation of

tenders relating to provision of ISO PF Sampling and Air in leakage Test.

Normative/Informative References

Parties using this document shall apply the most recent edition of the documents listed in the following

paragraphs.

2.1.1 Normative

[1] 240-48929482: Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure

[2] Eskom Procurement Policy (32-1034)

[3] Eskom Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure

[4] ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems

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[5] OSHAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety

[6] ISO 14001 Environmental management systems

2.1.2 Informative

• OEM manuals and refurbishment guidelines

• Eskom Plant Engineering Standards and Procedures

2.2 Definitions

Definition Description

Tender Technical Evaluation (TTE) Process to assess bidder technical capability

TET Technical Evaluation Team.

2.2.1 Classification

Controlled Disclosure: Controlled Disclosure to external parties (either enforced by law, or discretionary).

2.3 Abbreviations

Abbreviation Description

TET Technical Evaluation Team

QCP Quality Control Plan

OEM Original Equipment Manufacture

PM Preventative Maintenance

TET Technical Evaluation Team

PF Pulverised fuel

2.4 Roles and responsibilities

As per 240-48929482: Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure

Technical Team: Assess technical compliance.

2.5 Process for monitoring

• Technical evaluation conducted in accordance with this strategy.

• Results documented and signed by all TET members.

• Deviations escalated to Engineering Manager.

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2.6 Related/supporting documents

• Contract Strategy

• Scope of Work

• Technical Specifications

3. Tender techncial evalaution strategy

3.1 Technical evaluation threshold

• All mandatory criteria must be met (Pass/Fail).

• Minimum qualifying score for qualitative evaluation: 70%.

The minimum weighted final score (threshold) required for a tender to be considered from a technical

perspective is 70%.

3.2 Tet members

Table 1: TET Members

TET number TET Member Name Designation

Tet 1 ...................

Tet 2 ....................

Tet 3 ....................

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3.3 Manadatory technical evaluation criteria

Table 2: Mandatory Technical Evaluation Criteria

No. Mandatory Requirement Evidence Required Pass/Fail

M1 Proof of similar testing done at other thermal power plant. Signed Reference letters.

List of instruments Certificates (refer to

M2 Testing equipment )

Table 3: Qualitative Technical Evaluation Criteria Score Sheet

No. Qualitative Criteria Weighting (%)

1 Qualifications 20

2 Method statement of work execution 20

3 Testing Equipment & Traceability 30

4 Experience & References 30

Total 100

3.1 Qualitative technical evaluation criteria

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Technical Weight % Specific Requirements Evidence

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Technical evaluation is in two stages. All mandatory criteria are pass/fail and must be met. The qualitative evaluation has a minimum qualifying score of 70%, and the minimum weighted final score for a tender to be considered is 70%.

Qualitative criteria and weightings:

• Qualifications: 20%
• Method statement of work execution: 20%
• Testing Equipment & Traceability: 30%
• Experience & References: 30%

Mandatory criteria:

• M1: Proof of similar testing done at other thermal power plants, evidenced by signed reference letters.
• M2: List of testing equipment with certificates.

Acceptable technical risks: change of personnel; use of alternative equivalent testing equipment subject to approval.

Unacceptable technical risks: no certified personnel; unavailability of testing equipment; late submission of test reports; no documented testing procedures.

No acceptable or unacceptable technical exceptions or conditions are foreseen.

The contract covers ISO pulverised fuel (PF) sampling and air in-leakage testing for Units 1-6 at Arnot Power Station, on an as-and-when-required basis over 60 months.

Air heater air in-leakage test:

• Conduct tests between: Economiser & air heater inlet, air heater inlet & FFP inlet, FFP inlet & FFP outlet, and FFP outlet & ID fan discharge.
• Test method: ASME Performance Test Code PTC 4.3 – 1985 and Performance Standard of Air Pre-heaters standard 24087694581.
• Measurements: O2 %, CO (ppm), CO2 %, temperature, static pressure.
• Sampling points per location: Economiser & air heater inlet 20 (LH 10, RH 10); air heater inlet 10 (LH 5, RH 5); FFP inlet 20 (LH 10, RH 10); FFP outlet 14 (LH 7, RH 7); ID fan discharge 4 (LH 2, RH 2).
• Sampling point determination per BS EN ISO 5802:2008 / BS 848-3:2001.

Pulverised fuel sampling:

• ISO kinetic sampling of PF on coal pipes between mills and coal burners, collecting samples for fineness fractions.
• Test method: ASME Performance Test Code PTC 4.1 and Pulverised Fuel Sample Collection and Size Grading Standard 240-76440331.
• Measurements at 45 feet level PF pipes: PF sample, static pressure, velocity pressure, temperature, velocity, flow rate.
• Ports: 20 total, 4 per mill, 5 mills on load.
• Raw coal sampling per mill: two kilogram bucket, 15 metre rope, sampling bags, cable ties, name tag stickers.
• Raw coal flow determination: measure flow rate on the square-to-round, using fishing rods and stop watches.

Air heater air in-leakage test: conduct tests between specified plant areas per ASME PTC 4.3 – 1985 and Performance Standard 24087694581. Measure O2 %, CO (ppm), CO2 %, temperature, and static pressure at each location. Use gas analysers, pitot tubes, manometers, and temperature readers. Determine sampling points per BS EN ISO 5802:2008 / BS 848-3:2001.

Pulverised fuel sampling: perform ISO kinetic sampling on coal pipes between mills and burners per ASME PTC 4.1 and Standard 240-76440331. Collect samples for fineness fractions, measure PF static pressure, velocity pressure, temperature, velocity, and flow rate. Use PF samplers, sieve shakers, weigh scales, thermocouples, temperature readers, PF splitters, and sieves (300, 150, 106, 75 micron).

Raw coal sampling: collect per mill using a two kilogram bucket, 15 metre rope, sampling bags, cable ties, and name tag stickers.

Raw coal flow determination: measure flow rate on the square-to-round using fishing rods and stop watches, storing samples in bags or containers.

. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 3

2. Supporting clauses ........................................................................................................................................ 3

2.1 Scope .............................................................................................................................................................. 3

2.1.1 Normative .................................................................................................................................................. 4

2.1.2 Informative ................................................................................................................................................. 5

2.2 Definitions .................................................................................................................................................... 5

2.2.1 Classification ............................................................................................................................................. 5

2.3 Abbreviations .............................................................................................................................................. 5

2.4 Roles and responsibilities .................................................................................................................... 5

2.5 Process for monitoring ........................................................................................................................ 5

2.6 Related/supporting documents ......................................................................................................... 6

3. Tender techncial evalaution strategy ................................................................................................ 6

3.1 Technical evaluation threshold ....................................................................................................... 6

3.2 Tet members ................................................................................................................................................. 6

3.3 Manadatory technical evaluation criteria .................................................................................. 7

3.1 Qualitative technical evaluation criteria .................................................................................... 7

3.2 Tet member responsibilities ............................................................................................................... 11

3.3 Foreseen acceptable / unacceptable qualifications............................................................. 12

3.3.1 Risks ........................................................................................................................................................ 12

3.3.2 Exceptions / Conditions ........................................................................................................................... 12

4. Authorisation .................................................................................................................................................. 13

5. Revisions ............................................................................................................................................................ 13

6. Development team ......................................................................................................................................... 13

7. Acknowledgements ...................................................................................................................................... 13

the Technical Evaluation Team (TET), and acceptable / unacceptable risks and qualifications

M1 Proof of similar testing done at other thermal power plant. Signed Reference letters.

List of instruments Certificates (refer to

M2 Testing equipment )

Table 3: Qualitative Technical Evaluation Criteria Score Sheet

No. Qualitative Criteria Weighting (%)

1 Qualifications 20

2 Method statement of work execution 20

3 Testing Equipment & Traceability 30

4 Experience & References 30

Total 100

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Table 4: Qualitative Technical Evaluation Criteria

Technical Weight % Specific Requirements Evidence

Requirements

criteria criteria

20% Site Supervisor (x1) - National National Diploma Certificate 1.67% 5%

Diploma with a minimum of 10 years

10 years or more Supervisory position 1.67% or more working Experience on a

Supervisory level. CV 1.67%

Senior Technician (x2) - N6 with a National Diploma Certificate 1.67% 5%

Minimum of 5 years related Experience 5 Years Plant Performance Work 1.67%

in Traversing - Pressures, Temperature, Experience

Gas and Pulverized fuel CV 1.67%

Senior Test Official (x4) - Grade 12 Grade 12 1.67% 5%

with a minimum of 3 years’ experience 3 years Thermal Power Plant 1.67%

in Thermal Power Plant preferable in experience

Plant Performance CV 1.67%

Test Officials (x10) - Grade 12 with a Grade 12 1.67% 5%

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in 2 years Thermal Power Plant 1.67%

Thermal Power Plant preferable in Plant experience Qualifications Performance. CV 1.67%

out 20% Gas measurements How will the service provider conduct 4.00% 20%

(Gas Composition) gas measurements and issuing of

1.1 X x x

2.1 X x x

3.1 X x x

3.2 X x x

4.1 X x x

5.1 X x x

6.1 X x x

6.2

6.3

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3.3 Foreseen acceptable / unacceptable qualifications

3.3.1 Risks

Table 4: Acceptable Technical Risks

Testing equipment must be owned by the bidder, with serial numbers, calibration certificates, and service or inspection records. Equipment includes gas analysers (x8), manometers (x8), thermocouples (x8), pitot tubes (x8), sieve shaker machines (x2), weigh scales (x2), and PF samplers (x2).

Personnel qualifications (evidence required: certificates and CVs):

• Site Supervisor (x1): National Diploma, minimum 10 years supervisory experience.
• Senior Technician (x2): N6, minimum 5 years plant performance work experience in traversing pressures, temperature, gas and pulverised fuel.
• Senior Test Official (x4): Grade 12, minimum 3 years thermal power plant experience, preferably in plant performance.
• Test Officials (x10): Grade 12, minimum 2 years thermal power plant experience, preferably in plant performance.

Testing equipment (proof of ownership, serial numbers, calibration certificates, service/inspection records required):

• Gas analysers (x8), manometers (x8), thermocouples (x8), pitot tubes (x8), sieve shaker machines (x2), weigh scales (x2), PF samplers (x2).

References: signed referral letters or five test reports for air heater air in-leakage testing and five for ISO PF sampling at thermal power plants.

The work must comply with OHSAS 18001 (Occupational Health and Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).

Mandatory Technical Evaluation Criteria: M1: Proof of similar testing done at other thermal power plant. Evidence: Signed Reference letters. M2: List of instruments Certificates (refer to Testing equipment).

Tender Technical Evaluation Engineering

Title: Tender Technical Evaluation Unique Identifier

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evaluation.

This document is applicable to Arnot Power Station and shall be used for the technical evaluation of

[1] 240-48929482: Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure

[3] Eskom Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure

[4] ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems

Tender Technical Evaluation (TTE) Process to assess bidder technical capability

TET Technical Evaluation Team.

TET Technical Evaluation Team

QCP Quality Control Plan

As per 240-48929482: Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure

• Technical evaluation conducted in accordance with this strategy.

3.1 Technical evaluation threshold

• Minimum qualifying score for qualitative evaluation: 70%.

The minimum weighted final score (threshold) required for a ten

The minimum weighted final score (threshold) required for a tender to be considered from a technical

perspective is 70%.

3.3 Manadatory technical evaluation criteria

Table 2: Mandatory Technical Evaluation Criteria

Table 3: Qualitative Technical Evaluation Criteria Score Sheet

3.1 Qualitative technical evaluation criteria

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Table 4: Qualitative Technical Evaluation Criteria

The tender is for air heater air in-leakage testing and pulverised fuel sampling on coal pipes at Arnot Power Station, over a five-year period. The work involves gas, pressure, temperature and air flow measurements, and issuing technical reports. The successful bidder must not sub-contract 100% of the scope.

Closing date and time: 9 September 2026 at 10:00 SAST.

• A site visit and/or clarification meeting is compulsory; failure to attend results in disqualification. Date, time and venue are not stated in the available text.
• Tenderers must check the Eskom Tender Bulletin and NT e-Tender Portal regularly for addenda and responses to clarifications.

Eskom Representative: all communication must be directed to this person in writing; name and email are not stated in the available text.

• Eskom switchboard: 011 800 8111.
• Ethics and fraud reporting: [email protected], [email protected], toll-free hotline 0800 11 27 22.

Submission channel: electronic only via the Eskom Tender Bulletin e-tendering page. No paper tenders or tender box deposits are accepted.

• Upload and finalise the complete tender in the Technical, Commercial and Financial folders before the closing date and time (SAST).
• Documents must be in English, completed in ink if written, and signed by a duly authorised representative.
• The tenderer is responsible for ensuring all uploaded files are readable, uncorrupted and accessible for evaluation.
• Late submissions are not accepted; the e-tendering system locks after closing time.
• Mandatory returnables must be submitted by closing time; those required for contract award must be provided before award.
• Returnable forms include the Form of Offer and Acceptance, the Acknowledgement Form, and the SDL&I Undertaking (required by contract award).
• A tender based on 100% sub-contracting is ineligible and will be disqualified.
• Misrepresentation or falsification of information leads to disqualification and may be reported to the B-BBEE Commission.

Evaluation stages: basic compliance, mandatory returnables, pre-qualification criteria (if any), functionality, then price and specific goals.

• Functionality: scored out of 100. Mandatory technical criteria (pass/fail):
• M1: Proof of similar testing done at other thermal power plants — signed reference letters.
• M2: Testing equipment — list of instruments and certificates.
• Qualitative technical criteria and weightings:
• Qualifications: 20%
• Method statement of work execution: 20%
• Testing Equipment & Traceability: 30%
• Experience & References: 30%
• Price and specific goals are scored under the PPPFA 80/20 or 90/10 system and added to rank tenders.
• B-BBEE level is scored from the CSD report or certificate/affidavit; if not provided, the tenderer scores zero for preference points but is not disqualified on that ground alone.

Scope: provision of air heater air in-leakage testing and pulverised fuel sampling on coal pipes at Arnot Power Station, for a five-year period.

• Mandatory technical requirements:
• Proof of similar testing performed at other thermal power plants, supported by signed reference letters.
• Testing equipment with a list of instruments and certificates.
• Personnel requirements (qualifications and experience):
• Site Supervisor (x1): National Diploma with 10 or more years of supervisory experience.
• Senior Technicians (x2): N6 with minimum 5 years of plant performance work in traversing pressures, temperatures, gas and pulverised fuel.
• Senior Test Officials (x4): Grade 12 with minimum 3 years of thermal power plant experience.
• Test Officials (x10): Grade 12 with minimum 2 years of thermal power plant experience.
• Method statement must cover gas composition, pressure, temperature, and air flow measurements, and issuing of technical reports.

Payment: Eskom pays within 30 days of receipt of a correct tax invoice; the invoice must show Eskom's VAT number (4740101508).

• Prices must be in South African Rand and fixed for the contract duration unless otherwise stated.
• Rates and prices must include all duties, taxes (including VAT) and levies applicable 14 days before closing.
• Financial analysis: latest approved annual financial statements (not drafts) of the tendering company are required, including signed director's report, auditor's/reviewer's/compiler's report, statement of financial position, income statement, changes in equity, cash flows, and notes. For unincorporated JVs or SPVs, each partner must submit its own statements.
• South African entities not audited must also submit a signed public interest score and ITA34C for current and previous years.
• Security for performance: if required, the tenderer must name at least two financial institutions it would approach for the security.

CSD registration: B-BBEE level is verified from the CSD report or certificate/affidavit; if B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion, proof must be submitted by closing time or the tender is disqualified.

• Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ): proof of systems, policies and capabilities must be provided by closing time; all SHEQ costs must be reflected in the tender.
• COIDA: original certificate of good standing or proof of application from the Compensation Fund or licensed insurer (South African tenderers only). If the company has one employee, an insurance letter covering accidental death and disability to the value of R500 000 is required.
• Quality: compliance with Eskom supplier quality management specification 240-105658000 (previously QM58) and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Health and safety returnables: completed Health and Safety Returnables form, baseline SHE risk assessment, competency evidence, valid letter of good standing, SHE policy, SHE costing, and a scope-based health and safety plan.
• Integrity Pact: the Integrity Declaration Form must be completed, signed and submitted with the tender; it includes a Declaration of Fair Tendering Practices and disclosure of any interest with Eskom employees/directors.
• CIDB: if stipulated, registration is mandatory at closing time or proof of application must be submitted by closing and actual registration by contract award.
• SDL&I Undertaking must be completed and submitted by contract award.

Functionality is scored out of 100 with weightings: qualifications 20%, method statement 20%, testing equipment and traceability 30%, experience and references 30%. Mandatory pass/fail criteria require proof of similar testing at other thermal power plants and a list of testing equipment with certificates. Price and specific goals are then scored under the PPPFA and added to the functionality score for ranking.

Provision of air heater air in leakage testing and pulverized fuel sampling on coal pipes at Arnot Power Station for a period of five (5) years.

Closing date: 09 September 2026 at 10:00. No other dates specified.

Buyer: Tintswalo Pataka, Arnot Power Station.

Returnable documents: B-BBEE certificate (SANAS-accredited) or sworn affidavit/CIPS affidavit, proof of ownership/shareholding (preferably CIPC) with breakdown, certified ID copies of shareholders, proof of disability (if applicable). Subcontracting agreement or letters of intent for subcontracting. SDL&I Implementation Schedule to be completed and returned within 28 days after contract award. B-BBEE Improvement Plan to be submitted within 30 days of contract signing.

Preference points: maximum 10 points under 90/10 system or 20 points under 80/20 system, added to price points and rounded to two decimals. Points table: Level 1 = 10/20, Level 2 = 9/18, Level 3 = 6/14, Level 4 = 5/12, Level 5 = 4/8, Level 6 = 3/6, Level 7 = 2/4, Level 8 = 1/2, non-compliant = 0. To claim points, bidders must submit valid B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit or CIPS affidavit, proof of ownership/shareholding, certified ID copies of shareholders, and proof of disability where applicable. Bidders failing to provide these documents are not disqualified but score only out of 90/80 for price and 0 for specific goals. Objective criteria: Not applicable. Failure to meet objective criteria may lead to second-ranked tenderer being recommended for award.

Scope: provision of air heater air in leakage testing and pulverized fuel sampling on coal pipes at Arnot Power Station. Contract duration: five (5) years. Skills development: bidders must submit proposals for developing skills of unemployed candidates, addressing Eskom's core, scarce and critical skills. Candidates must be from all provinces and representative of South African demographics. Target skills: N3 or equivalent to Electrician, Boilermaker, Welder, Fitter; Matric or N3 to N6 or National Diploma. Bidders bear full cost of skills development; Eskom makes no financial contribution. Bidders may approach SETAs for grants, subsidies and incentives, and SARS for tax rebates.

Tender responses must separate local and imported components as per the Price Schedule. Local procurement content is total spending minus imported component.

Pricing must separate local and imported components as per the Price Schedule. Local procurement content is total spending minus imported component. Eskom's target for local procurement content is 100%. SDL&I penalties: 1.5% of invoice amount for failure to meet SDL&I obligations; 1.5% of contract value for failure to meet SDL&I obligations. Eskom retains 1.5% of every invoice (excluding VAT) as security for SDL&I obligations, released upon receipt of SDL&I progress report, fulfilment of obligations, and submission of approved compliance report.

B-BBEE: valid certificate or sworn affidavit is a condition for contract award. Exempted Micro Enterprises (annual revenue ≤ R10 million) may submit sworn affidavit; Qualifying Small Enterprises (revenue ≤ R50 million) must comply with QSE scorecard unless at least 51% black-owned; entities above R50 million must submit valid B-BBEE certificate. Bidders must submit B-BBEE improvement or retention plan within 30 days of contract signing. Level 1 bidders must maintain status; Levels 2-3 may improve or maintain; Level 4 must reach Level 3 by end of first year and improve one level each subsequent year; Levels 5-8 or non-compliant must reach Level 4 by end of first year and improve one level each subsequent year. Subcontracting: minimum 5% of contract value to EME or QSE 51% owned by black people living in rural/underdeveloped areas or townships. Sworn affidavits must meet validity requirements: deponent's name and ID number, designation, enterprise name and address, percentage of black ownership, black female ownership and designated group, total revenue and basis, financial year end, B-BBEE status level, empowering supplier status, same signing date for deponent and Commissioner of Oath, and Commissioner cannot be an employee or ex officio of the enterprise.

Sworn affidavits must include: deponent's name and ID number, designation (director/owner/member), enterprise name and address, percentage of black ownership, black female ownership and designated group, total revenue and basis (audited/management), financial year end, B-BBEE status level, empowering supplier status, same signing date for deponent and Commissioner of Oath, and Commissioner cannot be an employee or ex officio of the enterprise.

Reporting and monitoring: suppliers must submit quarterly reports per the Data Collection Template. Eskom reviews reports within 30 days and notifies suppliers in writing if obligations are not met. Suppliers must implement corrective measures before the next report, failing which retention clauses are invoked. Every contract is accompanied by an SDL&I Implementation Schedule, which must be completed and returned within 28 days after contract award.