N3 South, Between Heidelberg and Villiers. - Grootvlei - Grootvlei - 2420
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
30 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-160754
Summary
This tender is for the supply and delivery of various mechanical consumables to grootvlei power station in mpumalanga on an as-and-when-required basis for a five-year period. IT is issued by ESKOM as a request for quotation. The tender is governed by eskom's supplier quality management specification, which mandates strict quality management system requirements for all bidders.
Key Requirements
• The contract is for a five-year period for the supply of mechanical consumables to grootvlei power station. • Bidders must comply with eskom's supplier quality management specification and develop a quality management system (qms) based on iso 9001. • Suppliers must complete and submit form a (tender and contract quality requirements) with their bid. • Quality documentation requirements vary by category (1-4); bidders must submit documents like a draft contract quality plan and, where applicable, an inspection and test plan as per the selected category. • ESKOM reserves the right to conduct capability and capacity assessments on bidders and their sub-suppliers. • Post-award, the supplier must submit a quality control plan and inspection and test plan(s) for acceptance within 30 days (or as stated) before work begins. • The closing date for submissions is 27 july 2026.
Tender Description
Supply, and delivery of various mechanical consumables at grootvlei power station for as and when required for a period of 5 years.
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Description
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf
Important Dates
30 Jun
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
27 Jul
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Procurement Rules & Compliance ContextThis tender may be governed by South African public procurement rules covering fairness, transparency, preferential procurement, anti-corruption, administrative justice and access to information.
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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Eskom tender for supply and delivery of mechanical consumables at Grootvlei Power Station in Mpumalanga on an as-needed basis over 5 years. Tender focuses heavily on quality management system compliance with ISO 9001 requirements.
Eskom (Mpumalanga) seeks a supplier for the supply and delivery of various mechanical consumables to Grootvlei Power Station on an 'as and when required' basis for a 5-year period. The tender emphasizes strict quality management compliance, specifically adherence to ISO 9001 standards and Eskom's detailed quality requirements.
This tender document outlines Eskom's Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000/QM 58) which defines the minimum quality requirements for suppliers. It mandates that suppliers develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) conforming to ISO 9001. The specification details pre-contract and post-contract quality requirements, including the submission of quality plans, control plans, and evidence of a functional QMS. It categorizes suppliers into four groups (Category 1-4) with tiered documentation requirements and emphasizes Eskom's right to audit and monitor supplier and sub-supplier quality performance.
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Contract duration: 5 years.
Contact Information
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf (unknown)
Quality Assurance Officer: Mmaphuti Moloto.
The document is signed and dated 2025/10/15.
Returnable Documents
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf (unknown)
The tenderer must appoint a quality representative and complete the relevant section of the form.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf (unknown)
The tenderer must have a certified and operational ISO 9001 Quality Management System. They must be capable of passing Eskom's Pre-Contract Award 'Category 4' assessment (details referenced in clause 3.5.-105658000). The tenderer must also accept Eskom's extensive post-contract monitoring and audit rights.
Technical Specifications
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf (unknown)
Scope: Supply and delivery of various mechanical consumables to Grootvlei Power Station.
Contract duration: 5 years, on an 'as and when required' basis.
Pre-contract award quality requirements apply (Clause 3).
Category 4 is selected as the applicable quality requirement category.
Main supplier and sub-supplier capability and capacity assessment is referenced but not selected as applicable.
Post-contract award, Eskom will execute contract and monitor supplier quality performance.
Methodology
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf
The supplier's quality system must address ISO 9001 clauses: Context of the Organisation, Leadership, Planning, Support, Operation, Performance Evaluation, and Improvement.
The system must also embody ISO 9001 principles: Customer Focus, Leadership, Engagement of People, Process Approach, Improvement, Evidence-based Decision Making, and Relationship Management.
Quality Management
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf
The tenderer must indicate applicable clauses and specifications.
Pre-contract award quality requirements (Clause 3) apply.
Category 4 is the selected quality requirement category.
Main supplier and sub-supplier capability assessment is referenced.
Post-contract award, Eskom will manage contract execution and supplier quality performance monitoring.
Section
Source: (Form A) Tender & Contract Quality.pdf
The evaluation involves quality requirements aligned with ISO 9001.
Pre-contract award quality requirements (Clause 3) are a factor.
Post-award, supplier quality performance monitoring and quality audits will be conducted.
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Submission Guidelines
Source: QUALIT~1.PDF (unknown)
Returnable Documents:
Complete and sign Form A (E.1).
Returnable Documents
Source: QUALIT~1.PDF (unknown)
Complete and sign Form A (E.1).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: QUALIT~1.PDF (unknown)
Suppliers must demonstrate ISO 9001:2015 compliant Quality Management System (certified or uncertified). Must provide evidence of operational QMS including supplier management, material compliance, warehousing facilities, and risk management. All tender returnables must be submitted as per specified formats and references.
Technical Specifications
Source: QUALIT~1.PDF (unknown)
Supply and delivery of various mechanical consumables at Grootvlei Power Station as and when required for a period of 5 years.
Quality Management
Source: QUALIT~1.PDF (unknown)
Quality Requirements Deliverables (Category 4) are evaluated.
Section E: User-defined additional requirements.
E.1: Form A completed and signed.
Section E Score: 1.
Section
Source: QUALIT~1.PDF
Quality Requirements Deliverables (Category 4) are evaluated.
Section A: Quality Management System Requirements (ISO 9001).
A.1: Submit a Quality Method statement based on scope (use Method Statement Template Ref 240-126469599).
A.2: Submit a Quality Policy approved by top management.
A.3: Submit Quality Objectives approved by top management.
Section A Score Option: 2 or 3.
Section B: Evidence of QMS in operation (Ref 240-105658000).
B.1: Provide documented organization chart and responsibility matrix including quality management function.
B.2: Provide documented criteria for evaluation, selection, monitoring, and re-evaluation of external providers.
B.3: Provide valid materials/product test/compliance certificates for all materials/products.
B.4: Provide proof of compliant warehousing/facility for preservation of goods.
B.5: Provide a risk register and action plan for project risks (not OHS risk assessment).
Section B Score: 5.
Section E: User-defined additional requirements.
E.1: Form A completed and signed.
Section E Score: 1.
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Description
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF
This document is the Supplier Quality Management Specification (Identifier: 240-105658000, Revision 3).
It applies to Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd and its subsidiaries, suppliers, and sub-suppliers.
The specification defines minimum quality requirements and criteria for selecting and evaluating suppliers based on a QMS conforming to ISO 9001.
It is part of all Eskom RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and contracts for procurement of products and services.
Submission Guidelines
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF (unknown)
Complete and sign Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001).
Submit Form A with other returnables listed in the List of Tender Returnable document (240-12248652).
Quality documentation must be prepared and submitted according to the tender's selected category (Category 1, 2, 3, or 4) as indicated in Form A.
Ensure all required quality returnables are included; specific requirements per tender are selected using the List of Tender Returnables document (240-12248652).
Returnable Documents
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF (unknown)
Complete and sign Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001).
Submit Form A with other returnables listed in the List of Tender Returnable document (240-12248652).
Quality documentation must be prepared per the tender's selected category (Category 1, 2, 3, or 4) using the list of tender returnables.
Supporting templates include Form A, Typical Contract Quality Plan, Quality Control Plan/Inspection and Test Plan, and Method Statement Template.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF (unknown)
Formal eligibility is not explicitly stated but is implied through the ability to meet the stringent quality management requirements. Key de facto criteria include: 1) Possession of a valid ISO 9001 certificate (for Category 1) or demonstrable implementation of a QMS (Categories 2-4). 2) Capacity to develop detailed CQPs and QCPs/ITPs. 3) Robust processes for controlling externally provided products/services (sub-suppliers). 4) Availability of documented roles, responsibilities, audit reports, and management review records. 5) For work on critical plant or special processes, passing a pre-award capability and capacity assessment.
Technical Specifications
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF (unknown)
This specification outlines minimum quality requirements for all existing and potential Eskom suppliers.
Suppliers must develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001.
The QMS must include documented information such as quality manuals, plans, procedures, work instructions, and method statements.
Depending on the category (1-4), a valid ISO 9001 certificate from an accredited body may be required.
Suppliers must submit a draft Contract Quality Plan (CQP) specific to the scope of work, addressing minimum requirements per ISO 10005.
Where applicable, submit a draft or example Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) for similar/previous work.
Suppliers must manage sub-suppliers' quality programmes and ensure they support Eskom requirements.
Eskom reserves the right to perform assessments at sub-supplier facilities and appoint inspection agencies.
Post-contract award, submit QCP and ITP(s) within 30 days (or as stated) for Eskom acceptance prior to work commencement.
Methodology
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF
Suppliers must deploy a documented programme for identifying preservation requirements for physical assets.
This includes preservation of consumables, equipment systems, components, and other materials not yet deployed for operational purposes.
The programme must ensure clear communication of preservation requirements to sub-suppliers.
Quality Management
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF
Suppliers must develop, implement, maintain, and improve a formal QMS conforming to ISO 9001.
Documented information such as quality manuals, plans, procedures, work instructions, and method statements is required.
Depending on the category, a valid ISO 9001 certificate may be necessary.
Suppliers must submit a draft CQP specific to the scope of work, following ISO 10005 guidelines.
Where applicable, submit a draft or example ITP or QCP.
Suppliers must inform Eskom of proposed QMS or staff changes affecting quality.
Main suppliers must develop a performance management programme for sub-suppliers, including QMS verification, audits, CQP/QCP assessments, nonconformity management, inspection/test plans, and risk management.
Post-contract award, submit QCP and ITP(s) within 30 days (or as stated) for Eskom acceptance.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF (unknown)
Suppliers must comply with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems requirements.
References include the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and CIDB 1004 for evaluating quality in tender submissions.
B-BBEE requirements are referenced but no specific level or details are provided in the extracted text.
Suppliers must adhere to Eskom's Supplier Quality Management specification (240-105658000) and associated returnables list (240-12248652).
Contractual Terms
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF
Suppliers must ensure clear preservation requirements for equipment and materials are documented in purchase orders and work authorisations.
Sub-supplier input into preservation management must be clearly documented.
Preservation requirements must be communicated to project logistics, construction, quality, security, and other functional areas.
Suppliers must designate sub-supplier responsibility for execution of preservation programme elements.
Eskom must have free and unrestricted access to all preservation records for inspection and audit.
Requirements
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF (unknown)
Capability and capacity assessments shall be performed prior to contract award for suppliers providing high-risk products/services, working on critical plant/equipment, supplying critical plant items/components, or providing special processes.
Critical plant includes Generation Level 1 & 2 plant, Transmission and Distribution Power Plant & Control Plant, and Mega Projects.
Section
Source: SUPPLI~1.PDF
The specification defines quality criteria for supplier selection and evaluation based on a QMS conforming to ISO 9001.
References include ISO 9001, ISO 10005, ISO 9000, SHEQ Policy, PPPFA, CIDB 1004, and the List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652).
Key concepts include Contract Quality Plan (CQP), Hold Points, Intervention Points, and Inspection Agency roles.
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.
N3 South, Between Heidelberg and Villiers. - Grootvlei - Grootvlei - 2420
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