Manufacturing, supply and delivery of low-pressure system pipes and fittings – government tender in mpumalanga

Supply and delivery of low-pressure system pipes and fittings for a period of 48 months at Camden Power Station. Scope of work dated 12/08/2026. The tenderer must complete and sign the form acknowledging and accepting Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements per specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001, and Annexure B acknowledging Eskom OHS legal and other requirements.

Closing: 30 November 2026 at 09:00

Returnable forms — complete, sign and submit with the bid:

• Form A (Tender & Contract Quality Requirements for QM 58, ref 240-68099512): acknowledges and accepts Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements per specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001.
• Annexure B (Acknowledgement Form for Eskom OHS legal and other requirements): acknowledges Eskom OHS legal requirements.
• List of Tender Returnables (ref 240-12248652): quality assessment returnables. The submission channel, address and number of copies are not stated in the document.

Quality evaluation is weighted across five sections:

• Section A — Quality Management System requirements (ISO 9001:2015): weight 0.25
• Section B — Evidence of QMS in operation: weight 0.25
• Section C — Contract Quality Plan: weight 0.20
• Section D — Quality Control Plan: weight 0.20
• Section E — User-defined additional requirements: weight 0.10

Form A must be completed and signed.

Preference points: a maximum of 10 points under the 90/10 system, or 20 points under the 80/20 system, may be awarded for the specific goal (B-BBEE) and added to the price score. A tenderer that fails to provide preference-point documentation may only score for price and scores 0 for the specific goal.

Scope: manufacturing, supply, delivery and aftersales support of low-pressure system pipes and fittings for a period of 48 months at Camden Power Station.

Scope of work dated 12/08/2026.

Environmental and SHEQ requirements: ISO 14001:2015; National Environmental Management Act; National Environmental Management Waste Act 59 of 2008; Hazardous Chemical Substances Regulation 9A of 1998; Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations; Eskom SHEQ requirements; EIA regulations screening and scoping (GN 544 and GN 546). The Camden Power Station Modification Environmental Impact Process form is not applicable.

Environmental compliance evidence:

• Environmental policy
• Environmental Management Plan with method statements linked to each scope activity (NEMA s28(3))
• Environmental Risk Assessment including aspects and impacts, with proof of employee training on environmental risks
• List of all waste streams including packing material (NEMWA Act 59 of 2008)
• Waste management programme and housekeeping: storage, disposal, littering and mixing avoidance, site cleanliness commitment, no vehicle fixing on site, recycling programme
• Waste management method statement for supply and delivery: keep site clean, avoid littering on station roads and premises, clean up spillage or accidental dumping including en route to Camden PS
• Hazardous Substances and Material Register for each chemical or hazardous material in packing content (or state none)
• Safety Data Sheet for each hazardous or chemical waste stream

Quality management:

• ISO 9001:2015 quality management system (category-dependent; Form A and QMS evidence scored under Section A)
• Draft Contract Quality Plan specific to the scope (ISO 10005)
• Quality Control Plan / Inspection and Test Plan as per scope of works (ISO 10005)

Occupational health and safety:

• OHS plan meeting Eskom Generation minimum requirements and applicable legislation; the contractor remains accountable for its own OHS programme
• OHS baseline risk assessment

Specific goals (preference points):

• A maximum of 10 points under the 90/10 system, or 20 points under the 80/20 system, may be awarded for the specific goal (B-BBEE status level of contributor).
• Specific-goal points are added to the price points; the highest total score wins.
• A tenderer that fails to provide preference-point documentation may only score for price (out of 90 or 80) and scores 0 for the specific goal.

Procurement: manufacturing, supply, delivery and aftersales technical support of low-pressure system pipes and fittings for Camden Power Station over 48 months on an as-and-when-required basis. Spares identified by material number, description, and quantity; purchase orders placed as needed. Full compliance with Eskom Low Pressure System Standard (240-105020315) and material certification requirements. Supplier liable for defective/incorrect supply. Quality assurance through three-stage inspection process.

Closing date and time: 30 November 2026 at 09:00 (from tender record).

No compulsory briefing session or site visit mentioned in the provided documents.

Technical Evaluation Team members (for reference, not for enquiries):

• Thobani Mwandla, Senior Auxiliary Engineer
• Sizwe Mabele, Auxiliary System Engineer
• Natasha Naidu, Auxiliary System Engineer
• Jeff Nkuna, Senior Technical Supervisor
• Giel Kruger, Senior Technical Supervisor

No Supply Chain Management or procurement contact details (name, email, telephone) provided in the extracted documents. Submission address not specified.

Submission details not provided in the extracted documents. The available texts are the Tender Technical Evaluation Strategy and Scope of Work only; the full tender pack with submission instructions, returnable forms, packaging requirements, and disqualification criteria is not included.

Technical evaluation threshold: minimum weighted final score 70%. Eskom may consider suppliers scoring 60–69% if technically acceptable.

Mandatory technical criteria (all must be met):

1. OEM proof of own pipe manufacturing plant: formal letter signed by managing director on company letterhead confirming ownership. OEM agents must provide a signed valid distribution agreement plus a letter from the OEM managing director confirming plant ownership.
2. Signed declaration of full compliance to Eskom Standard 240-123801640. Deviations must be submitted as concessions for negotiation.
3. Technical Representative with minimum N6 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (copy of qualification required).

Qualitative criteria (total 100%):

• Company Experience (70%):

• 1.1 Completed purchase orders (40% sub-weight): five completed orders with matching delivery notes for pipe supply in past five years. Scoring: 0 orders = 0 pts; 1–2 orders = 2 pts; 3–4 orders = 4 pts; 5+ orders = 5 pts. Only signed orders with matching delivery notes count.

• 1.2 Method statement (30% sub-weight): detailed method statement covering fabrication process, storage, handling, and transportation of pipes. Scoring: not submitted/incomplete = 0 pts; basic/vague = 2 pts; adequate but lacking detail in one area = 4 pts; comprehensive covering all four aspects = 5 pts.

• Key People (30%):

• 2.1 Technical Representative experience (30% sub-weight): minimum three years in supply of spares, steel flanges, fittings, couplings. Scoring: 0 years = 0 pts; 1 year = 2 pts; 2 years = 3 pts; 3+ years = 5 pts. CV must be for the same representative nominated under mandatory criterion 3; no alternatives accepted.

Scope: Manufacturing, supply, delivery and aftersales technical support of low-pressure system pipes and fittings at Camden Power Station for 48 months on an as-and-when-required basis via purchase orders.

Key requirements:

• Spares must match exact specifications as installed in plant and detailed in Scope of Work Appendix A.
• Full compliance with Eskom Standard for Low Pressure System (240-105020315).
• Supplier liable for cost of replacement/correction if incorrect or defective spares supplied; Eskom acceptance does not absolve liability.
• Supplier may be granted plant access to verify installed spare information.
• Provide technical datasheets, product brochures, general arrangement drawings, certificates, detailed specifications where applicable.
• Provide aftersales technical support as required.
• Supply preservation and storage procedures where applicable.
• Timeously inform Eskom of delays or need for additional information.
• Ensure quality products and adherence to agreed programme.
• Provide material certificates type 3.1 to EN10204 for scrutiny before delivery.
• Invite Eskom or representative three working days in advance for witness/hold points.

Materials: Detailed list in Appendix A covering pipes (carbon steel, stainless steel, galvanised, copper, HDPE), fittings (elbows, tees, reducers, bends, flanges, couplings, unions, nipples, clamps, bellows, U-bolts) with material numbers, descriptions, UOM, and estimated contract quantities for four years. Key standards referenced: SANS 719, SANS 62, SANS 1123, SANS 4427, ASME B36.10, BS 1092-1, BS EN 12735-1, AWWA C219-01, EN 10204.

Quality monitoring stages: supplier site quality inspection by Eskom-approved QC inspector; supply of OEM-approved documentation with warranties; Eskom site inspection for final QC check.

No financial requirements (pricing format, bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention, payment terms, turnover thresholds) mentioned in the extracted documents.

Mandatory compliance:

• CSD registration (implied standard requirement, not explicit in text).
• Valid tax compliance status (implied standard requirement, not explicit in text).
• ISO 9001 Quality Management System (normative reference).
• Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) compliance (normative reference).
• Eskom Standard 240-123801640 certification (signed declaration required).
• Eskom Standard for Low Pressure System 240-105020315 (full compliance required).
• Material certificates type 3.1 to EN 10204 for all applicable materials.
• OEM status or authorised OEM agent with valid distribution agreement.
• Technical Representative: N6 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering plus minimum three years relevant experience.
• Company experience: five completed purchase orders with delivery notes for pipe supply in past five years.

No B-BBEE level, CIDB grading, CIPC registration, or local content percentages specified in the provided documents.

Covered in main evaluationCriteria section. Technical evaluation threshold 70% (may consider 60–69% if technically acceptable). Mandatory criteria (3) and qualitative criteria (Company Experience 70%, Key People 30%) with detailed sub-criteria and scoring grids. TET comprises five members; all evaluate all criteria.