Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
Standerton and Bethal Roads - Standerton - Standerton - 2430
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
17 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-162694
This tender invites suppliers to provide and deliver frozen food items on an as-and-when-required basis to tutuka power station canteen in mpumalanga for a 3-year period. The contract is managed by ESKOM and targets compliant, high-quality frozen food suppliers.
Date & Time
Tuesday, 04 August 2026 - 10:00
Venue
null
Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Standerton and Bethal Roads - Standerton - Standerton - 2430
17 Jul
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
04 Aug
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf
Eskom is seeking a supplier for the supply and delivery of various frozen food items (vegetables, pastry, dairy, meat, fish, etc.) on an 'as and when' required basis to Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga. The contract duration is 3 years, with deliveries expected once per week (Monday–Thursday by 15:00, Fridays by 11:00), occasionally more frequently. The supplier must use refrigerated vehicles (-5°C to 0°C) and ensure food safety, packaging, and quality standards are met.
Median Estimate
R 690 000
Range
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Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B.pdf (unknown)General
OHS
Experience
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B.pdf (unknown)Compliance with the following is mandatory for suppliers/contractors/tenderers:
Post-award, the supplier must fully align their company’s processes with Eskom’s OHS requirements (policies, procedures, standards, etc.).
Penalties will be enforced on the main supplier for non-conformance (by the supplier, its contractors, or sub-suppliers) with Eskom or statutory OHS requirements.
All employees (including contractors/suppliers) must undergo Eskom’s relevant induction and the company’s own training.
Health & Safety
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B.pdfSuppliers/contractors/tenderers must comply with the following OHS requirements:
Post-award, the supplier must fully align their processes with Eskom’s OHS policies, procedures, and standards.
Penalties apply for non-conformance by the main supplier, its contractors, or suppliers with Eskom or statutory OHS requirements.
All employees (including contractors/suppliers) must complete Eskom’s relevant induction and the company’s own training.
Contractual Terms
Source: 240-77471499 Annexure B.pdfThe main contractor/supplier must:
Eskom reserves the right to verify compliance and may request copies of testimonials/references and client contact details (including Eskom) for similar past work.
These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 54 of 1972
Relevant to food safety, catering, canteens, food handling and nutrition-programme procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve food supply, catering, canteens, nutrition programmes, or food handling.
Act 85 of 1993
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf
Eskom tender for supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when required' basis to Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga for a 3-year period. The tender uses an 80/20 scoring system (80 for price, 20 for B-BBEE status) and includes significant Supplier Development, Localisation and Industrialisation (SDL&I) obligations.
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS_ (002).pdf
Eskom seeks a supplier for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when required' basis for three years to the Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga. The tender places significant emphasis on environmental, health, and safety compliance, requiring detailed management plans and policy commitments.
NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when' required basis for a period of 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga. The contract is governed by the NEC3 Supply Contract (SC3) and includes detailed pricing, scope of work, and contractual obligations. The tender closes on 04 August 2026.
240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdf
Eskom tender for supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when required' basis for 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga. The tender requires compliance with Eskom's quality management specifications and ISO 9001 principles.
Special instructions to bidders.pdf
Eskom is inviting bids for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an as-needed basis to Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga for a 3-year period. The tender closes on 04 August 2026.
240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf
Eskom tender for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when required' basis to the Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga for a 3-year period, with a closing date of 4 August 2026. The tender emphasizes quality management system compliance, specifically ISO 9001:2015, even for non-certified systems.
240-77471499 Annexure B.pdf
Tender for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an as-needed basis to Tutuka Power Station Canteen over a 3-year period. Issued by Eskom in Mpumalanga, with a closing date of August 4, 2026. Strong emphasis on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance and contractor/supplier management.
Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf
Eskom is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when' required basis for a period of 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen in Mpumalanga. The tender follows an open enquiry process with an 80/20 preference scoring system. Deliveries must be made weekly (Monday-Thursday by 15H00, Fridays by 11H00) using refrigerated vehicles maintaining temperatures between -5°C and 0°C. The technical evaluation threshold is 70%, and compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) is mandatory.
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Organization
EskomContact Person
Tembakazi Kwakweni
Phone
021-980-3370
[email protected]
Address
Standerton and Bethal Roads - Standerton - Standerton - 2430
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
9
Last checked
17 Jul 2026
AI status
Enhanced
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Eskom is South Africa's primary electricity supplier, managing generation, transmission, and distribution.
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Open Supplier Readiness HubDescription
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdfOpen tender for the supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when' required basis for 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen. The contract covers the entire scope of work as a single award. The 80/20 preference scoring system applies.
Important Dates
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)No specific dates provided in the document beyond the tender closing date (handled separately in the tender record).
Contact Information
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Support Services Manager (A): Gugu Zuma
Note: No direct email, phone, or address provided in the document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Submit the following returnable documents to qualify:
Note: Failure to submit the COA will disqualify the bid.
Returnable Documents
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Proof of 10% To ensure compliance with
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Mandatory
Qualitative
Technical Score
Minimum 70% weighted score in technical evaluation to proceed.
Technical Specifications
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Scope: Supply and deliver frozen food items on an 'as and when' required basis for 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen.
Delivery Requirements:
Vehicle Requirements:
Product Standards:
Standards: ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) applies.
Methodology
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Logistics and handling requirements:
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdfBidder must demonstrate:
Scoring: 5 pts (4 references), 4 pts (3 references), 2 pts (2 references), 0 pts (none).
Quality Management
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdfNormative references include:
Compliance with these standards is required for quality assurance.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Mandatory compliance requirements:
Note: B-BBEE compliance is implied by the 80/20 preference scoring system but not explicitly detailed in the document.
Health & Safety
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdfFood safety and hygiene requirements:
Contractual Terms
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdfOnly competent, accredited suppliers with a valid Certificate of Acceptability (COA) will be considered to ensure food safety, legal compliance, reliable supply, and protection of operational risks.
Special Conditions
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)Acceptable risks:
Unacceptable risks:
Acceptable exceptions:
Unacceptable exceptions:
Requirements
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdf (unknown)3.3 3.3. MANADATORY TECHNICAL EVALUATION CRITERIA Table 2: Mandatory Technical Evaluation Criteria
Section
Source: Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy Frozen Rev .1 .pdfTechnical evaluation uses a weighted scoring system with a 70% minimum threshold. Criteria include capability/experience (30%), vehicle calibration (10%), food safety/hygiene (30%), and cold chain integrity (30%). Process: evaluate submissions, rate against criteria, apply weightings, calculate scores, and eliminate bids below 70%.
Important Dates
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)Closing date: 26 May 2026.
Contact Information
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)Eskom representative: Dimpho Mnisi. Document issued on 26 May 2026.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)Submit the following returnable documents as part of your bid: Form A (completed and signed).
Returnable Documents
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)Form A must be completed and signed.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)Suppliers must demonstrate a documented Quality Management System compliant with ISO 9001:2015 (certification not mandatory but system must comply). Must provide all specified tender returnables. Must be capable of supplying frozen food items on variable demand basis for 3 years.
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)Supply and delivery of frozen food items on an 'as and when' required basis for a period of 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdf (unknown)No specific compliance requirements explicitly stated. Additional requirements may apply as per the scope of work or specification.
Section
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 4_ Rev 7.pdfEvaluation is based on Quality Management System (QMS) compliance with ISO 9001:2015.
Section A (QMS Requirements - Max Score: 3):
Section B (Evidence of QMS in Operation - Max Score: 2):
Section E (Additional Requirements - Max Score: 2):
Important Dates
Source: Special instructions to bidders.pdf (TENDER)Closing date: 17 July 2026 at 10:00.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Special instructions to bidders.pdf (TENDER)Submit all required documents in clearly labeled folders: Technical (CVs, certificates of compliance), Financial (financials, IT34, PIS, NEC), Commercial (invitation to tender and supporting documents), and SHEQ (Safety, Environmental, Quality). Ensure each folder contains only relevant information to avoid disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Special instructions to bidders.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory
Additional
Compliance Requirements
Source: Special instructions to bidders.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory documents: B-BBEE affidavit/certificate, COIDA, SARS Tax PIN, CIPC registration, bank letter, financial statements (current and previous year), IT34, Public Interest Score, company profile, CSD Report, and IDs of directors. Organize these into the required folders (Technical, Financial, Commercial, SHEQ).
Health & Safety
Source: Special instructions to bidders.pdfSHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) documentation must be submitted in a dedicated folder. Certificates of compliance and relevant safety/quality documentation are required.
Section
Source: Special instructions to bidders.pdfPublic Interest Score will be evaluated. SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) compliance may be assessed as a separate or combined criterion.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)General
Technical
Financial
Administrative
Technical Specifications
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Scope: Supply and delivery of frozen food items to Tutuka Power Station canteen on an 'as and when' required basis for a period of 3 years.
Delivery Requirements:
Vehicle Requirements:
Product Requirements:
Product List (Examples):
Methodology
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Delivery Methodology:
Quality Management
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Normative and Informative References:
Pricing Schedule
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Estimated Quantities and Items:
Compliance Requirements
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Compliance with the following is mandatory:
Health & Safety
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdfFood Safety and Hygiene Requirements:
Contractual Terms
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Contractual Obligations:
Requirements
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdf (unknown)Transport and Packaging Requirements:
Section
Source: Scope Of Work frozen items contract.pdfEvaluation will be based on compliance with:
Contact Information
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdf (unknown)Eskom Quality Representative: Dimpho Mnisi, Officer Quality Assurance. Document signed on 26 May 2026.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdf (unknown)Complete and sign the Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements form (240-68099512 Rev 9) to acknowledge acceptance of the specified quality standards. Ensure all applicable clauses are marked as per the document instructions.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdf (unknown)Must have ISO 9001 certification or equivalent quality management system. Must pass Category 4 capability and capacity assessment. Must accept Eskom's quality monitoring and audit requirements. Must have designated quality representative. Must comply with all specified quality principles including customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision making, and relationship management.
Methodology
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdfSuppliers must demonstrate adherence to ISO 9001 principles: customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision making, and relationship management.
Quality Management
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdfSupplier quality performance monitoring phase is mandatory as per clause 3.7.-105658000.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdf (unknown)Compliance with ISO 9001 standards is mandatory. Suppliers must acknowledge and accept Eskom’s Supplier Quality Requirements as per specification 240-105658000.
Section
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 4_ Rev 9.pdfEvaluation is based on ISO 9001 compliance, including customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision making, and relationship management. Post-award, Eskom will monitor supplier quality performance and conduct audits.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS_ (002).pdf (unknown)Eligibility is contingent on the complete submission of all specified environmental compliance documentation. The tender does not explicitly list financial or operational thresholds, but the ability to fulfill the environmental and SHE requirements is a fundamental qualifying criterion.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS_ (002).pdf (unknown)Submit the following environmental compliance documents:
Health & Safety
Source: ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS_ (002).pdfSubmit a signed Acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules and requirements form (Annexure B).
Environmental
Source: ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS_ (002).pdfSubmit an Environmental Management Plan addressing:
For medium and high-risk activities, include:
Submit a signed Environmental (or SHE/SHEQ) policy by Company Owner/CEO/MD, committing to:
Description
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdfImportant Dates
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Contact Information
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Submission Guidelines
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Returnable Documents
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Evaluation Criteria
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)All tenderers eligible but scoring depends on: 1) B-BBEE status level (Level 1=20 points, Level 8=2 points, non-compliant=0 points) 2) Valid B-BBEE documentation required for preference points 3) Must meet objective criteria for contract award 4) Companies with revenue ≤R10m can submit sworn affidavit 5) Companies with revenue ≤R50m qualify as QSE 6) Companies with revenue >R50m need valid B-BBEE certificate 7) No designated sector or CIDB requirements apply to this tender
Technical Specifications
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Pricing Schedule
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdfFinancial Requirements
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Compliance Requirements
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Contractual Terms
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Special Conditions
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Requirements
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdf (unknown)Section
Source: Supplier Development Localisation Industrialisation (SDLI) Strategy.pdfContact Information
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf (unknown)For contract-related queries, contact Engineering Contract Strategies: Phone: 011 803 3008, Fax: 086 539 1902, Website: www.ecs.co.za. Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd registered office: Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2199.
Submission Guidelines
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf (unknown)Submit the following returnable documents: C1.1 Form of Offer and Acceptance (6 pages). The Offer may be accepted by Eskom by signing the Acceptance part of this form. Ensure all required signatures, names, capacities, and dates are provided. Alternative tenders require a separate copy of this form.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf (unknown)General
B-BBEE
Financial
Technical
Ethical
Technical Specifications
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf (unknown)Supply and deliver frozen food items on an 'as and when' required basis for 3 years to Tutuka Power Station Canteen. Items include: frozen vegetables (e.g., Asian Stir-Fry, Spinach Chopped, Peas, Baby Carrots, Mixed Vegetables, Country Mix, Corn, Carrot Julienne, Pumpkin Chunks, Garden Mix, Cut Green Beans, Broccoli & Cauliflower, Sweet Potato, Potato Chips), pastry items (e.g., Large White Flour Wrap, Phyllo Pastry, Puff Pastry, Croissants, Quiches, Samosas, Spring Rolls), and frozen ready meals (e.g., Cornish, Curry Mutton, Spinach & Feta, Sausage Rolls, Pepper Steak, Chicken & Mushroom). Delivery must comply with INCOTERMS 2010. Supplier is responsible for transport to Tutuka Power Station. Goods must meet Eskom’s quality and standard requirements. Delivery place: Tutuka Power Station main stores. No compensation for delays due to access constraints.
Methodology
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdfSupplier must provide goods in conformity with contract specifications. Delivery must adhere to INCOTERMS 2010 obligations (A1-A10 for Supplier, B1-B10 for Purchaser). Supplier responsibilities: provision of goods, licensing/authorizations, contracts of carriage/insurance, delivery, risk transfer, cost division, notices, proof of delivery, packing/marking, and other obligations. Purchaser responsibilities: payment, licensing/authorizations, contracts of carriage/insurance, taking delivery, risk transfer, cost division, notices, proof of delivery, inspection, and other obligations. Supplier must transport goods to Tutuka Power Station main stores. No compensation for unscheduled deliveries. Supplier must ensure goods meet Eskom’s quality standards.
Pricing Schedule
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdfPricing is based on a Price Schedule (C2.2) with items listed as lump sums or quantities multiplied by rates. The Price Schedule is a pricing document only and does not include work instructions. Supplier must include all necessary costs in their Prices. Prices must cover correction of defects unless due to Supplier’s risk. No adjustments to lump sum prices for quantity changes unless a compensation event occurs. Supplier may add items to the Price Schedule as needed. Example items and quantities: Frozen vegetables (e.g., 2592 boxes of Asian Stir-Fry, Spinach Chopped), Pastry items (e.g., 3456 packets of Large White Flour Wrap), Frozen ready meals (e.g., 200 boxes of Frozen Cornish). Payment is assessed based on completed items or quantities multiplied by rates.
Financial Requirements
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf (unknown)Pricing is based on a Price Schedule (C2.2) with items listed as lump sums or quantities multiplied by rates. The total of the Prices must be fully inclusive of all costs to Provide the Goods and Services. Payment terms: currency is South African Rand (ZAR). Payments are made within 4 weeks of receiving a payment certificate. Interest rate for late payments is the Standard Bank of South Africa’s prime rate (365-day year). Supplier must provide a tax invoice within one week of receiving a payment certificate, including Eskom’s VAT number (4740101508). Delayed tax invoice submission extends payment deadline. Prices must include correction of defects unless due to Supplier’s risk. No adjustment to lump sum prices for quantity changes unless a compensation event occurs. Delay damages: 2% of purchase order value per day, capped at 10%.
Compliance Requirements
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdf (unknown)B-BBEE compliance is mandatory. Supplier must notify Eskom within 7 days of any change in B-BBEE status and submit an updated verification certificate within 30 days. Failure to notify may result in contract termination. Joint ventures or consortia must notify Eskom of the key person authorized to bind the Supplier within 2 weeks of contract award. Supplier must comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental laws. Supplier must provide proof of insurance as per Contract Data. Supplier must not cede, delegate, or assign rights or obligations without Eskom’s written consent. Supplier must comply with confidentiality clauses and not disclose contract-related information without permission. Supplier must adhere to Eskom’s Asbestos Standard (32-303) if asbestos is encountered during service provision.
Health & Safety
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdfSupplier must take all reasonable precautions to maintain health and safety during provision of goods and services. Supplier must comply with all applicable health and safety laws, regulations, and Eskom’s rules/guidelines. Supplier must ensure subcontractors, employees, and others under their control also comply. Supplier must include sufficient costs for health and safety compliance in their Prices. Asbestos-specific requirements: Eskom ensures ambient air meets Asbestos Regulations (OEL: 0.2 fibres/ml, short-term limit: 0.6 fibres/ml). Supplier may request certification of safe conditions. If asbestos is identified, Eskom conducts risk assessments and implements control measures. Supplier personnel may stop work and leave contaminated areas until declared safe. Contract dates may be extended due to asbestos-related delays. Removal and disposal of asbestos is handled by registered contractors at Eskom’s expense.
Contractual Terms
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdfContract duration: 3 years. Contract governed by NEC3 Supply Contract (SC3) with Options X1 (Price adjustment for inflation), X2 (Changes in the law), X7 (Delay damages), X17 (Low performance damages), and Z clauses (Additional Eskom conditions). Key terms: Supplier liability limited to 50% of contract value for indirect/consequential loss. Supplier’s total liability capped at total contract value. End of liability date: 1 month after delivery of all goods/services. Payment currency: ZAR. Payment period: 4 weeks. Interest rate: Standard Bank prime rate. Delay damages: 2% of purchase order value per day, capped at 10%. Low performance damages: Replacement delivery within 2 working days at Supplier’s cost plus 2% of affected order value. Dispute resolution: Arbitration via Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa). Termination triggers include business rescue orders or failure to notify B-BBEE status changes. Confidentiality and non-disclosure clauses apply. Supplier must comply with health, safety, and environmental laws. Insurance requirements: Supplier must provide certificates for insurances listed in Insurance Table A. Eskom provides insurances listed in Insurance Table B. Nuclear liability: Eskom indemnifies Supplier for nuclear damage unless caused by Supplier’s unlawful intent or unauthorized presence at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station. Asbestos management: Eskom ensures compliance with Asbestos Regulations (OEL: 0.2 fibres/ml). Supplier may stop work if asbestos is identified until area is declared safe.
Section
Source: NEC3SC -Supply of Frozen Food Items - 13-02-2026 - Rev 1 .pdfEvaluation will consider risks such as bad quality of goods, late deliveries, and default during offloading. The Risk Register explicitly includes: bad quality of goods, late deliveries, default during offloading of goods at site, community strikes, and industrial actions.
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve food supply, catering, canteens, nutrition programmes, or food handling.
Act 40 of 2000
Relevant where meat products, meat handling or abattoir certification may apply.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve food supply, catering, canteens, nutrition programmes, or food handling.
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None detected
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