Contract quality plan (cqp) for ESKOM professional services (network engineering & design) panel – cape coastal cluster

This document is a Supplier Quality Management returnables template used for tender evaluation. It is not the full tender specification; it defines the quality documentation bidders must submit, organised into categories and scored sections.

Returnable documents:

• Form A, completed and signed.
• Either a valid ISO 9001:2015 certificate from an accredited certification body (product/service scope defined and relevant, issued by an approved and authorized authority with recognized international accreditation, and valid), OR documented evidence of an operating QMS (QMS manual or quality method statement, approved quality policy, approved quality objectives, control of documented information, documented control of nonconforming outputs, documented nonconformity and corrective action, documented internal audit).
• Latest internal management system audit report with nonconformity and correction/corrective action reports.
• Latest external (certification) audit report not older than 12 months.
• Draft Contract Quality Plan (CQP) specific to the scope of work, per ISO 10005.
• Example Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) from similar previous work.
• Information on defined roles, responsibilities and authorities.
• Records of management review meetings.
• Completed and signed Form A.

Submission format:

• Complete template per instructions; save in PDF and sign, or sign and lock the sheet before sending.

Evaluation is based solely on quality documentation submitted with the bid. No other criteria (price, B-BBEE, etc.) are present in this extract.

Scoring sections and weights:

• Section A: Quality Management System Requirements (ISO 9001) — 25%

Option 1: Valid ISO 9001 certificate, or Option 2: Evidence of QMS in operation.

• Section B: Evidence of QMS in operation — 25%.
• Section C: Contract Quality Plan Requirements — 20%.
• Section D: Quality Control Plan Requirements — 20%.
• Section E: User defined additional requirements & miscellaneous — 10%.

Each section is scored as a percentage of obtained over maximum marks, then multiplied by the weight.

The bidder must achieve a score in each section; there is no minimum qualifying score stated.

The document is a quality returnables template for a tender. The exact scope of works is not included; the template requires the bidder to select a category from the cover tab. The documented categories (1-4) describe varying levels of quality management evidence required. No specific deliverables or locations are stated.

Bidders must either hold a valid ISO 9001:2015 certificate (issued by an accredited certification body) or demonstrate an implemented QMS meeting the specified requirements. Bidders must provide a draft Contract Quality Plan (CQP) and an example ITP/QCP. No other compliance requirements (CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB) are stated in this extract.

The document is a Contract Quality Plan (CQP) template that the supplier must complete to plan how it will meet the client's and contract's quality management expectations and requirements.

Returnable documents:

• Contract Quality Plan (CQP) completed and signed by the tenderer's representative and approved by the organisation's owner.
• The CQP must follow the SANS 466:2005 / ISO 10005:2005 guidelines for quality plans.
• No other returnable forms are specified in the document.

The tenderer must submit a Contract Quality Plan (CQP) as part of the bid. The CQP must be compiled by a representative of the tenderer and approved by the owner of the organisation. The CQP must align with SANS 466:2005 / ISO 10005:2005 guidelines for quality plans. No other evaluation criteria are stated in the document.

The Contract Quality Plan (CQP) is required to identify and plan how the supplier will meet the client's and contract's quality management expectations and requirements. The CQP must cover:

• Scope of work as described in the NEC or FIDIC document.
• Communication channels between the supplier and Eskom, including documentation, meetings, and progress reporting.
• Organogram showing roles, responsibilities, and qualifications of team members, including QA and QC functions.
• Index of interfacing documents (processes, standards, codes, specifications).
• List of suppliers and sub-suppliers, including materials to be purchased and outsourced activities.
• Monitoring of suppliers and sub-suppliers.
• Interface of sub-suppliers with the supplier's QMS.
• Index of items to be manufactured, refurbished, or newly purchased.
• Items/activities requiring QCP/ITP (offsite and onsite).
• Scope areas requiring special controls (e.g., welding, NDT/NDE).
• Index of documented information to be submitted to Eskom during the project.
• Control and retention of records.
• Concession and non-conformance management.
• Databook management process.
• Management of working tools and equipment.
• Dealing with customer property.
• Product preservation.
• Identification and traceability.
• Commissioning and post-delivery activities.

No specific compliance requirements are stated in the document.

Submission of the fully completed E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form is mandatory. Failure to submit it within the prescribed period will render the tenderer non-responsive and disqualified from the procurement process.

The tender is for professional services in network engineering and design under the Cape Coastal Cluster. The scope of work must be detailed in the bid. OHS requirements apply as per the OHS tender returnables.

Eskom OHS Representative: Diane Maunatlala (Development Team)

The OHS tender returnables are mandatory for evaluation before contract award. These include:

• Annexure B: Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements.
• Health and Safety Plan: Must address project-specific OHS risks and align with the health and safety specification.
• Costing for health and safety management: Detailed breakdown required, not a lump sum; based on overall scope and risk assessment.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA): Identification, assessment and management of OHS risks; methodology must be provided.
• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• OHS policy signed by CEO, complying with OHS Act Section 7.
• OHS competency evidence: CVs, qualifications and certificates relevant to scope, risks, OHS plan and applicability.

These returnables are evaluated as part of the bid. The bidder is either Recommended or Not Recommended based on compliance.

This tender is for professional services in network engineering and design under the Cape Coastal Cluster. The scope of work is to be defined in the bid submission. The OHS requirements listed in the evaluation criteria apply to the scope of work.

Mandatory OHS compliance items (evaluate before award):

• Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent) must be valid.
• OHS policy must be signed by CEO and comply with OHS Act Section 7.
• Health and Safety Plan aligned to the health and safety specification.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment with methodology.
• OHS costing with detailed breakdown.
• OHS competency certificates and CVs.

The scope is for professional services under a panel contract covering network engineering and design in the Cape Coastal Cluster.

Annexure L must be completed, signed by the company owner, and submitted with the tender. It confirms the bidder's acknowledgement and use of Eskom's method statements, work specifications, and standards, and that written method statements or safe work procedures will be provided for the site scope at tender stage where required. Eskom method statements are accepted as minimum guidelines and adapted to project-specific requirements.

The tender is for a panel contract for professional services in network engineering and design in the Cape Coastal Cluster. The provided document focuses on supplier quality management requirements, specifically quality management system compliance, contract quality plans, and quality control plans.

Quality requirements are evaluated under Category 3 of the tender. Bidders must either hold ISO 9001 certification or, if not certified, provide objective evidence of a documented QMS that complies with ISO 9001 (Option 2). The following documents are mandatory and will be evaluated:

• QMS manual or document defining the QMS and its scope.
• Quality policy approved by top management.
• Quality objectives approved by top management.
• Documented information for control of documented information (ISO 9001:2015 clause 7.5).
• Documented information for control of nonconforming outputs (clause 8.7).
• Documented information for nonconformity and corrective action (clause 10.2).
• Documented information for internal audits (clause 9.2).
• Organisation chart and responsibility matrix covering quality management roles.
• Documented information for control of externally provided processes, products and services, including criteria for evaluation, selection, monitoring and re-evaluation (clause 8.4).
• Draft Contract Quality Plan specific to the scope of work (ISO 10005).
• Draft example of an Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) from similar previous work.
• Form A completed and signed.

Scoring: Section A (Option 2) = 7 points, Section B = 2 points, Section C = 1 point, Section D = 1 point, Section E = 1 point.

The tender is for professional services in network engineering and design, under a panel contract in the Cape Coastal Cluster. The quality requirements (Category 3) specify deliverables that bidders must provide, including a QMS that complies with ISO 9001, a contract quality plan, and a quality control plan (ITP/QCP) for similar work. Specific technical scope beyond quality requirements is not detailed in the provided document.

No specific eligibility criteria (such as CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE level, or CIDB grading) are stated in the provided document. Bidders must complete and sign Form A as part of the quality requirements.

Quality requirements are evaluated under Category 3. Bidders must provide objective evidence of a documented QMS that complies with ISO 9001 (Option 2) if not certified. Required documents include: QMS manual, quality policy, quality objectives, documented information for control of documented information, nonconforming outputs, corrective action, internal audits, organisation chart and responsibility matrix, control of externally provided processes, a draft Contract Quality Plan (ISO 10005), and a draft ITP/QCP for similar work. Section scores: A=7, B=2, C=1, D=1, E=1.

The tender is for professional services (network engineering & design) under a panel contract in the Cape Coastal Cluster. The document specifies quality requirements for the contract.

Returnable documents:

• Form A (Eskom Tender & Contract Quality Requirements for ISO 9001) must be completed and signed by the tenderer's quality representative, acknowledging and accepting Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements as per specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001 standard.

No evaluation criteria beyond the requirement to complete and sign Form A. Pre-contract award quality requirements apply, with Category 3 selected (refer to clause 4.1 of 240-105658000).

The tender is for professional services (network engineering & design) under a panel contract in the Cape Coastal Cluster. Quality requirements are categorised as Category 3 (refer to clause 4.1 of 240-105658000). The following clauses of specification 240-105658000 apply:

• Pre-contract award quality requirements
• Post-contract award: contract execution, supplier quality performance monitoring, supplier quality audit
• Standard conditions: Eskom rights of access, rights to information, preservation, quality audits related conditions, management of nonconformities and nonconforming outputs, special processes
• ISO 9001 clauses 4–10 and quality principles 1–7 apply

The selected category is Category 3 (refer to clause 4.1 of 240-105658000). Post-contract award quality requirements include contract execution, supplier quality performance monitoring, and supplier quality audits. Standard conditions include Eskom's rights of access, rights to information, preservation, quality audits related conditions, management of nonconformities and nonconforming outputs, and special processes. All ISO 9001 clauses (4–10) and all seven quality principles (customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision making, relationship management) apply.

The tenderer must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge acceptance of Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements and ISO 9001. No other compliance requirements are stated.

The tenderer must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge acceptance of Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements. Category 3 of pre-contract award quality requirements applies. No further evaluation criteria are stated.

Eskom is procuring professional services for network engineering and design on a panel contract in the Cape Coastal cluster. The specific scope, quantities, and locations are not provided in this source document; they appear in the Invitation to Tender documents.

Closing date: 18 November 2026 at 08:00 (SAST)

Mandatory site visit / clarification meeting:

• Bidders must attend if stipulated as compulsory in the Tender Data. Details (date, time, venue) are in the Tender Data.
• Failure to attend a compulsory meeting results in disqualification.
• Addenda and clarifications are published on the Eskom Tender Bulletin and NT e-Tender Portal; bidders must check regularly.

All communication with Eskom must be addressed in writing to the Eskom Representative identified in the Invitation to Tender. No queries to any other Eskom official.

Submission address: as stated in the Tender Data (not provided in the source document).

Returnable documents — all must be completed, signed and submitted by the closing time:

• Acknowledgement Form: states whether the bid covers the whole or part of the scope.
• SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses any director/shareholder employed by the state or connected to the department. False declarations disqualify.
• SBD 8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past Supply Chain Management Practices): declares past SCM conduct.
• SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination): certifies no collusion or price disclosure.
• Proof of authority: authenticated copy if an agent submits on behalf of the principal.
• SDL&I Undertaking (annexure): must be completed and submitted by contract award; omission means the bid is not considered for award.

Submission method: complete original tender in paper form plus one (1) complete paper copy, submitted in separate packages marked "ORIGINAL" and "COPY". If an additional electronic copy is required, package separately and mark "ELECTRONIC COPY". Seal separately packaged original and copies together in an outer package marked "Confidential". The outer package must show the tender number, bidder's name, physical address, email, and contact telephone of the authorised signatory.

• E-tendering (if applicable): submit via the Eskom Tender Bulletin on the Eskom e-tendering page; finalise before closing date and time.
• Tenders must be in English, written in ink, signed on the original. Corrections must be initialled by all signatories; no correction fluid or tape.
• No late tenders accepted. Proof of posting/courier is not proof of delivery. Eskom does not accept email submission unless stated in the Tender Data.
• Do not deposit into the tender box via Eskom employees.

Disqualification risks:

• Missing original tender or missing copy.
• Failure to submit any mandatory returnable by the closing time.
• Not attending a compulsory site visit or clarification meeting.
• Misrepresentation or falsification of any information, certificate, affidavit, or document.
• Altering tender documents other than as instructed.
• Submitting a tender based on 100% sub-contracting.

Evaluation stages (in order):

1. Basic compliance: confirms tender received as required (original and copy in paper form, or e-tender submitted). Failure renders the bid non-responsive.
2. Mandatory returnables: all mandatory documents and information must be present by closing; missing items disqualify.
3. Pre-qualification criteria (if stipulated): bidders must meet them; Eskom will not measure a criterion twice (no double dipping).
4. Functionality (if applicable): bidders scored against functionality criteria; must meet the minimum threshold stated in the Tender Data to proceed.
5. Price and Specific Goals: scored and added together under PPPFA 90/10 or 80/20 system; ranked highest to lowest.
6. Financial analysis (if applicable): Eskom assesses financial risk; if risk too high and no acceptable mitigating factors, bidder not considered for award.

Specific rules:

• B-BBEE level scored from CSD report or certificate/affidavit. If B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion, proof must be submitted by closing; otherwise disqualified. For PPPFA point allocation, missing/expired/fraudulent B-BBEE proof results in zero points, not disqualification.
• Specific Goals: failure to meet or submit proof by closing results in zero points within the 90/10 or 80/20 split, not disqualification.
• Arithmetical errors: the amount in words prevails over figures. Misplaced decimal, omissions in pricing schedule, or addition errors may be corrected by Eskom; if the bidder does not accept corrections, the tender is rejected.
• Objective criteria (Section 2(1)(f) PPPFA) may be applied only if stipulated in the Invitation to Tender; functionality and B-BBEE elements cannot be used as objective criteria.
• Reverse e-auction: if used, tenders must not include prices; included prices will not be considered.

The specific scope, deliverables, quantities, and locations for this tender (network engineering and design professional services in the Cape Coastal cluster) are not detailed in the source document provided. Refer to the Invitation to Tender documents for the full specification.

General requirements:

• Bidders must not subcontract 100% of the scope; subcontracting 100% disqualifies.
• Bidders must check the Invitation documents on receipt and notify the Eskom Representative of any discrepancy or omitted documents.

Quality requirements are not detailed in this source document. Eskom requires bidders to demonstrate safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) systems, policies and capabilities in place by closing; associated costs must be in the tender.

Pricing requirements:

• Rates and prices fixed for contract duration unless otherwise stated.
• Prices in South African Rand, include all duties, taxes (including VAT), and levies.
• Exchange rate and base date as per the Invitation.
• No alterations to tender documents except corrections initialled by signatories; no correction fluid.
• Alternative tenders allowed only if main tender submitted and permitted.
• Mandatory returnables (e.g., pricing schedules) cannot be submitted after closing.
• Evaluation corrects arithmetical errors; if bidder does not accept correction, tender rejected.
• Designated materials and thresholds information must be submitted by contract award; omission means bid not considered for award.
• If reverse e-auction applies, no prices in the tender; included prices are ignored.

Pricing format:

• Rates and prices must be fixed for the contract duration, not subject to adjustment except as provided in the Invitation.
• Prices must be stated in South African Rand, unless instructed otherwise; include all duties, taxes (including VAT), and levies applicable 14 days before closing.
• For exchange rate purposes, use the rate and base date stipulated in the Invitation.

Insurance:

• Eskom's insurance, if any, may not cover the full requirements of the contract; bidders should seek qualified advice.

Security for performance (if required):

• Bidders must name at least two (2) financial institutions they intend to approach for the required security; Eskom may reject unsuitable institutions.

No compensation for tender preparation costs.

Eligibility:

• Must comply with eligibility criteria stated in the Tender Data.
• Must not be under any restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• Must not be 100% sub-contracting the scope.

Mandatory registrations:

• CSD registration (Central Supplier Database) and valid tax clearance (SARS TCS or tax pin) are required.
• CIDB: if stipulated as a qualification criterion, bidders must be registered with CIDB at closing or be capable of registration within 21 working days. Proof of CIDB registration is mandatory at closing; if only proof of application is available at closing, the actual proof must be submitted by contract award.

B-bbee:

• Valid B-BBEE certificate or affidavit, or CSD report, required. If B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion, proof must be at closing; otherwise disqualified. For PPPFA point allocation, missing/expired/fraudulent proof yields zero points.
• Fraudulent B-BBEE certificates or fronting will be reported to the B-BBEE Commission; bidder may be suspended for up to 10 years and face prosecution.

Sheq:

• Bidders must provide proof of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) systems, policies and capabilities in place by closing. All SHEQ costs and personnel must be reflected in the tender.

Legislative compliance:

• Comply with National Treasury instructions, CIDB regulations, PPPFA, amended B-BBEE Codes, COIDA, OHS Act, and Eskom SHEQ requirements.

Contract skills development (CSDG) and participation goals (CPG):

• If awarded, contractor must achieve Contract Skills Development Goals for contracts ≥ R5 million (professional services) or ≥ 12 months duration, or CIDB grade 7+.
• Must achieve Contract Participation Goals for enterprise development in applicable construction contracts (GB, CE, EB, ME classes; ≥ 6 months; ≥25% subcontracted).

OHS / SHEQ requirements:

• Bidders must prove SHEQ systems, policies and capabilities are in place by the closing date/time or contract award.
• All SHEQ personnel and costs must be included in the tender.
• Compliance required with the OHS Act, CIDB regulations, COIDA, and Eskom's SHEQ requirements.

Contract Skills Development Goals (CSDG) and Contract Participation Goals (CPG):

• If awarded, the contractor must achieve CSDG per CIDB standard (applicable to professional service contracts ≥ R5 million or ≥12 months duration).
• CPG for enterprise development applies to construction contracts in GB/CE/EB/ME classes, with project duration ≥ 6 months and at least 25% subcontracting expected.

Contract formation:

• The Standard Conditions of Tender and Tender Data do not form part of the final contract; only the contract documents do.
• Eskom may negotiate with selected tenderers.
• Bid validity: must hold tender valid for the period stated; if requested, extend validity without modifying the tender. Non-agreement to extend excludes the tenderer.
• After award, contract documents are revised to include addenda, returnables, and negotiation changes; signed by both parties.
• Eskom may cancel the tender before contract conclusion and will give written reasons on request.
• Eskom may accept or reject any variation, deviation, or alternative tender; may accept the whole or part.
• Any communication must be in English, in writing, and only with the Eskom Representative.

Confidentiality:

• All procurement-related matters are confidential; use Eskom documents only for preparing the tender.

Disqualification / rejection grounds:

• Misrepresentation or falsification of information.
• Influencing the process, collusion, bid rigging, fraud, or illegal activity.
• Missing mandatory returnables or failing basic compliance.

Additional evaluation points:

• Eskom will not measure a criterion twice across evaluation phases (no double dipping).
• Functionality (if used) has a minimum threshold stated in the Tender Data; bidders below it are eliminated.
• Price evaluation considers factors such as CPA, forex exposure, commodity exposure, unconditional discounts, technical adjustment, present value, and forecasted invoicing rates.
• B-BBEE scoring uses the CSD report or certificate/affidavit; if a pre-qualification criterion, proof must be at closing.
• Specific Goals score zero if not met or not substantiated by closing, but bid not disqualified otherwise.
• Ranking: pricing points + Specific Goals points = total; highest ranked wins, unless objective criteria apply.
• Reverse e-auction: if used, tenders must exclude prices; any included prices are ignored.

This specification defines the minimum quality requirements for existing and potential Eskom suppliers, used for evaluation, selection, supplier registration, assessment, performance monitoring and auditing. It applies to all Eskom divisions, subsidiaries, suppliers and sub-suppliers, and forms part of all RFIs, RFQs, RFPs and contracts. Suppliers must develop, implement, maintain and continuously improve a QMS based on ISO 9001. The specification is issued by Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, revision 4, next review May 2030.

The specification is authorised on 01 July 2026. No closing date, briefing or site visit is stated in this document.

No bid-specific contact details are provided in this specification.

Returnable documents (as selected for the applicable quality category):

• Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and Quality Requirements for ISO 9001 Standard): signed to confirm acceptance and commitment to the specified quality requirements.
• Valid ISO 9001 (or applicable) QMS certificate from an accredited certification body, unless the category excludes it.
• Latest internal and external QMS audit reports, including nonconformities and corrective actions.
• Documented information for roles, responsibilities and authorities (organisation charts, job descriptions, procedures).
• Draft contract quality plan (per ISO 10005) specific to the scope of work.
• Draft or example of an inspection and test plan (ITP) or quality control plan (QCP) for similar work.
• Documented information for control of externally provided processes, products and services.
• Records of management review meetings (agenda, minutes, attendance registers).
• For Category 2: documented QMS evidence (manual, quality policy, objectives, control of documented information, internal audit procedure, control of nonconforming outputs, nonconformity and corrective action procedure).
• Note: exact returnables depend on the category (1, 2, 3 or 4) selected by Eskom and indicated in Form A.

Evaluation is quality-based, assessed using the Supplier Quality Management Tender Evaluation Scorecard (240-168873697) and the QM 58 Selection Criteria (240-125473040).

• The supplier must have a formal QMS conforming to ISO 9001 (or an applicable QMS standard) with a valid certificate, unless excluded by the quality category.
• Bids are evaluated against the quality returnables for the applicable category (1, 2, 3 or 4).
• Form A must be completed and signed to acknowledge acceptance of the quality requirements.
• No preference points split, minimum score or 80/20 or 90/10 system is stated in this specification.

The scope is the quality management requirements for suppliers providing products, services or processes to Eskom, in line with QM 58.

• Applicable to all Eskom divisions, subsidiaries, suppliers and sub-suppliers.
• Forms part of all Eskom RFIs, RFQs and RFPs and related contracts.
• Supplier quality requirements are classified into four categories (1, 2, 3 and 4) based on the criticality of the plant items (Level 1, 2 or 3).
• Level 1 plant items: failure affects personnel safety/health, causes environmental incidents or major production loss. High-voltage primary plant (breakers, bus-bars, transformers) falls here.
• Level 2 plant items: failure impacts plant availability or reliability or causes significant cost.
• Level 3 plant items: no impact on safety, environment, cost, availability or reliability.
• Primary plant includes HV equipment inside the control room (breakers, bus-bars, CTs, VTs, transformers).
• Secondary plant covers equipment controlling and protecting HV equipment (protection, metering, AC/DC, tele-control).
• Suppliers must develop, implement, maintain and continuously improve a QMS conforming to ISO 9001 (latest revision).
• A contract quality plan (CQP) per ISO 10005 is required, submitted before the kick-off or pre-fabrication meeting.
• A quality control plan (QCP)/inspection and test plan (ITP) is required to control all manufacturing, fabrication, assembly and installation stages.
• QCP/ITPs must identify intervention points (hold and witness points) and be accepted by Eskom before work starts.
• Approved QCP/ITPs become addenda to the contract once signed.
• A quality kick-off meeting is held at contract start; the supplier must give Eskom 14 days' notice for coordination meetings.
• Mandatory pre-inspection meetings are convened by Eskom or its inspection agency.
• Eskom may appoint resident quality inspectors at the supplier's premises; the supplier must provide workspace free of charge.
• Personnel performing special processes (welding, NDE, coating, heat treatment) must be suitably qualified and certified.
• Welders must be qualified to the specified codes; WPS, PQR and WQR must be reviewed before commencement.
• Suppliers must manage sub-supplier quality, including audits, NC management and performance monitoring.
• Preservation plans must cover temporary, long-term and in-transit storage, with protection against environmental conditions.

Preservation methodology:

• The supplier must develop a documented preservation programme covering identification of all physical assets and their pre-operation preservation requirements.
• The programme must address protection against atmospheric conditions, sunlight, temperature, soil, dust, humidity, salt spray and corrosive atmospheres.
• Detailed procedures must cover application, use, monitoring and maintenance of coatings, coverings, fasteners, lines and other protective components.
• Compliance evaluation frequency must anticipate transfers of tactical responsibility between project functions and subcontractors.
• Engineering must incorporate preservation requirements into instructions and procurement documentation.

Quality management requirements:

• Suppliers and sub-suppliers must implement and maintain a QMS conforming to ISO 9001 (latest revision) and applicable standards.
• The QMS must include documented information: quality manual, quality plans, work procedures, method statements and workflow documentation.
• Contracts and projects must have a documented quality plan and/or quality control plan (QCP/ITP).
• Contract quality plans (CQPs) follow ISO 10005 and must include: records management (material tests, PMI, certification), free access for inspection, final documentation before shipment, management of special processes (welding WPS/PQR/WQR), personnel qualification, preservation instructions, monitoring activities, and communication channels.
• QCP/ITPs must be reviewed and accepted by Eskom before work begins; changes require Eskom agreement.
• QCP/ITPs must cover all stages: materials certification, fabrication, in-process inspections, final tests, packaging, shipping, site acceptance, construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• QCP/ITPs must include contract number, description, sequence of operations, acceptance criteria, intervention points and sign-off sections.
• Mandatory quality kick-off and pre-inspection meetings are held; Eskom keeps minutes.
• Eskom may audit the supplier's QMS and facilities at any time.

No pricing, bond, guarantee, retention or payment terms are stated in this specification.

Mandatory quality compliance:

• ISO 9001 QMS certificate from an accredited body (unless excluded by the quality category).
• Compliance with ISO 10005 for quality plans.
• SHEQ policy (32-727) is an informative reference.
• The supplier must complete and sign Form A to commit to the quality requirements.
• For special processes, personnel must be registered with statutory bodies where legally required (e.g. radiographic workers).
• This document does not contain CSD, tax or B-BBEE compliance requirements; the listed B-BBEE level of 1 is not substantiated in the source.

Safety, health, environment and quality requirements are referenced through the SHEQ policy (32-727). No specific OHS plan or compliance details are given in this specification.

Preservation conditions of contract:

• The supplier must implement a preservation management programme covering all physical assets (bulk materials, consumables, equipment systems, components) from transfer of responsibility through storage and transit until incorporation into an operating system.
• Preservation requirements must be documented in purchase orders and work authorisations, and clearly communicated to sub-suppliers and project functional areas.
• Special precautions are required for valves, electrical motors, rotating equipment, piping, instrumentation, flange faces, gaskets, coatings and insulation.
• Compliance monitoring must continue until equipment or materials are incorporated into an operating system.
• Eskom has free and unrestricted access to all preservation records for inspection and audit.

Evaluation is based on the supplier's ability to meet the quality requirements per the selected category (1, 2, 3 or 4). The assigned Eskom quality representative selects applicable requirements using the QM 58 selection criteria (240-125473040) and Form A. Bidders must submit the listed quality returnables and complete Form A. No scoring split or minimum score is stated in this specification.

Panel contract for professional network engineering and design services in the Cape Coastal Cluster. Bidders select categories for which they wish to tender, and must provide professionally registered resources per category to pass mandatory evaluation.

Returnable forms and documents:

• Certified and dated copies of professional registrations for each proposed resource (e.g., PR Eng, PR Tech Eng) with a signed affidavit stating the individual is employed by or contracted to the tendering party.
• Signed Annexure L: letter acknowledging compliance with Eskom specifications and standards.
• Signed Annexure M: form indicating the category/categories being tendered for.

Submission method and address: not stated in the source.

Evaluation is two-stage:

1. Mandatory pass/fail stage — bidders must meet all of the following:

• Provide certified and dated copies of professional registrations per category, with signed affidavits confirming employment or contracting to the tendering party.
• Submit signed Annexure L (compliance with Eskom standards).
• Submit signed Annexure M (category application).
• Architects must hold valid SACAP registration.
• Each resource must have a signed affidavit.

2. If the mandatory pass is achieved, the bid proceeds to qualitative scoring.

Preference point system: not stated in the source.

This is a panel contract for professional network engineering and design services in the Cape Coastal Cluster. Bidders apply for selected categories from the list: Substation-Primary Plant, Substation-Control Plant, MV/LV Designs, HV Line Designs, Telecomms, Civil Designs, Grid Modernization - JET Program, and Architectural Services.

For each category applied for, the bidder must provide engineering resources with professional registration (ECSA classification) appropriate to that category, and each resource must be employed by or contracted to the tendering party.

Professional registrations required (certified and dated copies, plus signed affidavit of employment/contract for each resource):

• PR Eng Electrical
• PR Tech Eng Electrical
• PR Eng Civil
• PR Tech Eng Civil
• PR Eng Mechanical
• PR Tech Eng Mechanical
• PR Eng Structural
• PR Tech Eng Structural
• PR Eng Fire (Mechanical/Civil with fire safety certification)
• PR Tech Eng Fire (Mechanical/Civil with fire safety certification)
• Architect: valid SACAP registration

A signed affidavit for each resource confirming employment or contract to the tendering party is mandatory.

For fire engineering resources (PR Eng Fire and PR Tech Eng Fire), the individual must have certification in fire safety and protection, and must be employed by or contracted to the tendering party (with signed affidavit).

Eskom requires suppliers to acknowledge OHS legal and other requirements via Annexure B.

Annexure B (Eskom Acknowledgement Form for OHS legal and other requirements) must be signed and submitted with the bid. The form acknowledges access to and understanding of OHS and related legislation, and confirms acceptance of contractual penalties for non-compliance.

Bidders must comply with all applicable OHS laws, standards, and Eskom policies. Contractual penalties will be enforced for non-compliance with statutory or Eskom OHS requirements. No scoring or preference points are stated in the provided document.

The contractor must align its processes to Eskom's OHS requirements after contract award. All employees must undergo Eskom and company induction. The main supplier must manage and oversee its contractors and suppliers, including a documented selection process, audits, and management of non-conformances.

Mandatory compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act No. 85 of 1993) and the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (Act No. 130 of 1993), as amended. The contractor must provide evidence of a documented contractor and supplier selection process incorporating competency, compliance, and OHS performance.

The SHE file will not be evaluated if its documentation is not in the prescribed order.

The SHE file is evaluated only if the documentation is in the specified order. Non-Eskom safety certificates must include SETA number, Unit Standard number, Assessor number and date of issue. Appointment letters must be signed by both appointer and appointee. A letter of good standing relevant to the work is required. All required role holders must hold valid certifications and registrations; missing or invalid documents may result in the SHE file not being evaluated.

The SHE file must be compiled in the exact order specified. It must contain: letter of good standing; DEL notification of construction work with acknowledgement; site company organogram; SHE plan including Covid-19; SHE policy signed by CEO/MD; fall protection plan; valid medical certificates (CR7(8)) with person job specs and annexure 3 format; signed Section 37.2 agreement; legal appointments and training records; and a range of role-specific certifications. The file is subject to an initial submission and up to two re-evaluations; Eskom must approve it.

Certifications and registrations required: SACPCMP registration for Construction Manager and Safety Officer; Wireman's licence for Electrical Installations Inspector; Electrical Board registration for Electrical Contractor; valid ORHVS certificates with validation letter (obtainable from [email protected]); SETA-accredited training certificates with assessor and unit standard numbers for fall protection, work at height and related roles. Medicals must be in Annexure 3 format and include accreditation details of the occupational health practitioner.

Returnable documents: all applicable SBD forms must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid.

• SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): serves as the offer cover page with bidder and contact details.
• SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses whether any director or shareholder is employed by the state or connected to the department; a false declaration disqualifies the bid.
• SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims B-BBEE preference points under the applicable PPPFA system.
• SBD 6.2 (Declaration for Local Production and Content): required if local content is applicable.
• SBD 8 (Declaration of Past SCM Practices): declares any prior supply chain management offences.
• SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination): certifies the bid price was set independently with no collusion.
• Authority to sign or board resolution, if applicable, authorising the signatory to bind the bidder.

Submission method and address, number of copies and packaging requirements are not stated in the provided document.

Pre-qualification: bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and hold a valid tax clearance (SARS TCS or tax pin) at closing time.

Evaluation will follow the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system as applicable under the PPPFA; B-BBEE points are claimed via SBD 6.1.

Specific scoring split, minimum qualifying scores and evaluation stages are not stated in the provided document.

CSD registration: mandatory at closing time.

Tax clearance: valid SARS TCS or tax pin required.

B-BBEE: preference points are claimed via SBD 6.1; specific level thresholds are not stated in the provided document.

CIDB grading: not stated.

Local content: as applicable via SBD 6.2.

Tender reference: E3737DXECOU

Closing date: 18 November 2026

Closing time: not stated in the document (tender record shows 08:00 UTC, which is 10:00 SAST)

No specific contact names, roles, telephone numbers, or submission addresses are provided in the document. The only email found is [email protected] (automated sender, not a contact). Enquiries about system problems should be directed to the buyer responsible for the published tender.

Submission method: online via the Eskom eTendering system at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za. Suppliers must be registered on the system and have a CSD number to gain access. Bids are uploaded electronically; physical submission to tender offices has been replaced. Files must be classified under the correct category (technical, commercial, finance). Maximum individual file size is 50 MB; total size of all uploaded files must not exceed 900 MB. Finalise the submission and close it to complete the bid. After submission, an email confirmation with a submission ID is sent — keep it for reference.

This document only describes the online submission process and does not state evaluation criteria, scoring, or preference points for this tender. Closed tenders may be sent directly to selected suppliers who meet the buyer's selection and evaluation criteria.

The document is a general user manual for Eskom's eTendering system. It does not contain technical specifications for the network engineering & design panel contract.

CSD registration is required to access the eTendering system and submit a bid.

The document mentions that closed tenders are sent directly to suppliers who meet selection and evaluation criteria, but does not describe the criteria themselves.

Evidence of construction support for any similar projects (HV lines, MV lines, LV lines, Substation, and Grid Modernisation) is required. This supports the Technical Construction Support criterion, which includes:

• A typical method statement detailing the construction approach.
• A risk assessment for construction activities.
• Quality control plans/inspection plans for construction activities detailing intervention/hold points by the Contractor.

Returnable documents (must be in the same order, correctly numbered and all in one file/PDF):

• Signed summarised/technical CVs for all appointed personnel, indicating experience, competency and skills.
• Evidence of design software and licences used.
• Evidence of construction support for similar projects.
• Evidence of design costing capability.
• Evidence of completed design projects with signed handover/acceptance/completion certificates.
• Completed Annexure N application form.

Disqualification risks:

• Any returnable document missing, unsigned, or not provided in the required order.
• Submitting a CV without relevant experience for the applied category.
• Submitting zero projects or evidence without completion certificates.

Qualitative evaluation (pre-qualification) scored out of 100 points. Pass/Fail mark applied.

• Human Resources (CVs): 20 points
• Senior Professionals (NQF level 7) or Principal Architect: 5 points. Full marks for CVs with relevant experience for all required professionals; 0 for no CV or CV without relevant experience.
• Engineers/Technicians/Architects (NQF level 6): 5 points. 5 for 2 or more design personnel with relevant experience; 3 for 1; 0 for none.
• Draughtsperson: 5 points. 5 for CV with experience; 0 otherwise.
• Manager/Supervisor: 5 points. 5 for CV with relevant experience; 0 otherwise.
• Technical Capability: 20 points
• Design software: 5 points. 5 for one or more of: PLS-CADD, Prokon, PV Solar System, Architectural software, Retic Master, Microstation; 0 for none.
• Technical Construction Support: 10 points. 10 for all three: method statement, risk assessment, quality control/inspection plans with intervention/hold points; 5 for some; 0 for none.
• Design Costing Capability: 5 points. 5 for both Bill of Quantities and costing tool; 3 for one; 0 for none.
• Project Categories Experience: 60 points, based on the category applied for. Higher scores for more reference projects with signed handover/acceptance/completion certificates; 0 for zero projects or missing certificates.

Minimum qualifying score: Pass/Fail, not stated numerically.

Panel contract for professional services in network engineering and design, Cape Coastal Cluster.

Categories applied for (pick one or more):

• Substation - Primary Plant
• Substation - Control Plant
• MV/LV Designs
• HV Line Designs
• Telecomms
• Civil Designs
• Grid Modernization - JET Program
• Architectural Services

For each category, bidders must provide evidence of successfully completed design projects (signed Handover/Completion Certificates) covering the specific scope listed for that category.

Required experience types per category include:

• Substation/Primary Plant Design: Feeder Bay Installation, Strengthening/Upgrading, New built Substation/Mini Sub.
• Substation Control Plant Design: Protection, Metering, Telecontrol, DC.
• MV/LV Lines/Electrification: Electrification, 33kV to 11kV, Minor & Major Distribution Design.
• HV Transmission Lines (132kV to 66kV): Strengthening, Refurbishment, New HV line designs (conductor selection, monopole selection, foundation selection, line profiling, structure selection).
• Telecommunications: Telecommunications Design, Radio Tower Design, Radio Link Design, Tower Structural Analysis.
• Civil Designs: Geotechnical, Foundation, Structural, Platform Design.
• Grid Modernization - JET Program: Containerised Microgrids, Solar PV (Roof Top/PV Plants), Smart Metering, E-Mobility (EV Charging Stations), Smart Buildings/Cities/Villages.
• Architectural Services: 3 building projects from concept design to finalisation.

The bidder's proposal is evaluated on the experience and qualifications of the proposed team and the company's track record.

CV requirements:

• Senior Professionals (NQF level 7) or Principal Architect: signed summarised/technical CV with relevant experience for the applied category.
• Engineers/Technicians/Architects (NQF level 6): signed summarised/technical CV; CVs with relevant experience for 2 or more design personnel score higher.
• At least 1 Draughtsperson: signed summarised/technical CV with relevant experience.
• Manager/Supervisor: signed summarised/technical CV with relevant experience.

Company experience:

• For each category applied, provide detailed evidence including signed handover/acceptance/completion certificates for the listed reference projects. Appointed sub-contracts are acceptable; the certificate must be signed by the client's representative.
• The evidence must show the scope, deliverables and completion of the projects.
• For each project category, scoring is based on the number of reference projects provided (all, some, or one) and whether completion certificates are present.

Quality control plans or inspection plans for construction activities must detail intervention/hold points by the Contractor. This is required for the Technical Construction Support criterion (10 points):

• All three items (method statement, risk assessment, quality control/inspection plans with hold points) score 10.
• Some items score 5.
• None score 0.

B-BBEE Minimum Level: 7

No other eligibility criteria such as CSD registration, tax clearance, or CIDB grading are stated in the provided document.

Additional evaluation criteria consistent with the main evaluation:

• Design software used: list and prove licences; one or more of PLS-CADD, Prokon, PV Solar System, Architectural software, Retic Master, Microstation scores 5 points.
• Technical Construction Support: method statement, risk assessment, quality control/inspection plans with hold points. All three score 10, some score 5, none score 0.
• Design Costing Capability: Bill of Quantities and costing tool. Both score 5, one scores 3, none score 0.
• Project Categories Experience: provide signed handover certificates for reference projects; scoring varies from 60 (all projects) to 0 (none or no certificates).

Contract start date: 01 February 2027

Contract end date: 31 January 2030

Contract data completion date (as stated in Contract Data Part 2): 31 January 2029

Payment assessment interval: between the 25th day of each successive month or as per Milestones in the Brief document.

Period for reply to communications: 5 working days.

No briefing or site visit is mentioned.

Employer: Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Address: Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg

Telephone: 011 800 4585

Employer's Agent: Mr Elliot Ntaka

Telephone: 043 703 2508

Arbitration location: East London, South Africa.

Submission method: Not stated in the document. Closing time: 18 November 2026 at 08:00 (UTC). Returnable documents must include: Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1), Contract Data Part 2 (C1.2b) with key people and CVs, Pricing Data (Part C2) including staff rates and expenses, and Quality Management documentation (ISO 9001:2015 certificate or equivalent). Bidders must complete and sign all sections. Any deviations must be listed in the Schedule of Deviations. Failure to deliver securities, bonds, guarantees, proof of insurance, or other required documentation after award constitutes repudiation.

Evaluation is not detailed in the available document. The contract is a panel contract using the NEC3 Professional Services Contract (PSC3), main Option G (Term contract). Award will be based on compliance with the offer, acceptance, and pricing data. Bidders must provide staff rates for specified designations. B-BBEE status may influence payment terms (see Payment Terms in financial requirements). No minimum qualifying score or points split is stated.

The scope covers Network Engineering & Design services for the Cape Coastal Cluster, including:

• Electrification
• Civil Engineering, Geotech and Structural
• LV, MV and HV Line Design
• Substation Designs (Primary Plant and Control Plant)
• Telecomms
• Architectural
• Grid Modernization (MicroGrids, RoofTop PV, Smart Metering, E-Mobility, Statistical Metering, Wind Energy facilities, Battery Energy Storage System)

Work is ordered on an 'as and when needed' basis via Task Orders. Services include preliminary design, detail design, and construction support. Quality management requires ISO 9001:2015 certification and Quality Control Plans with hold and witness points.

Services are delivered through Task Orders. For each task, the consultant must prepare a programme aligned with the Task Order start and completion dates, considering design review presentations. Work includes preparation, design development, production information, and construction support as per the Task Order.

Bidders must provide key personnel details in Contract Data Part 2, including names, jobs, responsibilities, qualifications, and experience. CVs must be appended to the tender schedule.

Bidders must provide ISO 9001:2015 certificate or equivalent with tender documents. Quality policy statement and quality plan must be provided within 2 weeks of contract date. Quality Control Plans must be submitted within 30 days of order placement, including unique QCP number, revision number, page number, approval signatures, hold/witness points, third-party interventions, and final acceptance signatures. All test reports must be submitted in a Data Pack.

Pricing is cost reimbursable (Option G). Bidders must complete C2.2 Staff rates, expenses & the task schedule, providing hourly rates for each designated role for both Preliminary and Detail Design. Expenses to be listed for transport per km, travel per km, and accommodation per person per night. All other costs must be included in staff rates. The Task Schedule is priced by the consultant and consists of time-based items (time charge) and lump-sum items. Work is ordered via Task Orders; no work commences without a Task Order and purchase order number.

Contract type: Cost reimbursable (Option G term contract). Pricing is based on staff rates (time charge) and lump-sum items in the Task Schedule. Bidders must provide rates for the following designations for Preliminary and Detail Design: Professional Engineers/Technologists, Engineers, Senior Technicians, Technicians, Architects, Surveyors, Environmental, Quality, Safety, Draughting, Supervisor, Manager. Expenses include transport per km, travel per km, and accommodation per person per night. Only listed expenses may be claimed; all other costs must be included in staff rates.

Payment: Assessment interval between 25th of each month; payment period is 'as per the Consultant's B-BBEE status' (i.e., B-BBEE level may affect payment terms). Interest for late payment at prime rate (Standard Bank) or LIBOR for foreign currency.

Insurance: Consultant must maintain professional indemnity insurance (limit as deemed necessary), public liability (limit as deemed necessary), and employer's liability (minimum R500,000 per claim). Eskom provides certain insurances per Annexure A.

Delay damages: R1,000 per day, up to 30% of the Task Instruction value.

Limitation of liability: Consultant's total liability limited to the total of the Prices. Indirect/consequential losses limited to R0.00.

B-BBEE: No specific level threshold stated in the available document, but B-BBEE status affects payment terms. Any change in B-BBEE status must be notified to Eskom within 7 days, with updated certificate within 30 days. A decrease in status may lead to renegotiation or termination.

Quality: ISO 9001:2015 certificate or equivalent must be provided with tender.

Professional registrations: Key personnel must have appropriate qualifications; specific registrations (ECSA, SACAP, etc.) are implied but not detailed.

No CIDB grading, CSD registration, or tax clearance mentioned in the available text.

Safety and health requirements are included in the scope; engineering inputs to Safety and Health specification are part of the detail design stage.

The scope is a panel contract for professional services in Network Engineering and Design within the Cape Coastal Cluster. The application form (Annexure M) requires bidders to select the applicable categories by marking an X. The form must be signed by the company owner, with the company name stated.

The tender covers a panel of professional services providers for Network Engineering and Design in the Cape Coastal Cluster. Bidders may apply for one or more of the following categories, each marked with an X:

• Substation Primary Plant
• Substation Control Plant
• MV/LV Designs
• HV Line Designs
• Telecomms
• Civil Designs
• Grid Modernization - JET Program
• Architectural Services

Eskom is establishing a panel of 18 professional service providers for network engineering and design services in the Cape Coastal Cluster, servicing the Eastern Cape and Western Cape. The tender is an open invitation. The contract will be governed by the NEC3 Professional Services Contract.

Closing date: 18 November 2026 at 10:00

Non-compulsory clarification meeting: 02 November 2026 at 09:00, held via MS Teams (online)

• Bidders must confirm attendance by email to [email protected]

Clarification queries deadline: 5 working days before the tender closing date

Eskom Representative / Procurement Contact:

• Name: Thembakazi Wellem
• Telephone: 043 703 2378
• Email: [email protected]

Fraud reporting (anonymous):

• Telephone: 0800 11 2722
• Email: [email protected]

Submission is electronic only via Eskom E-Tendering site.

Submission method: electronic only, via the Eskom E-Tendering site at https://www.eskom.co.za/tenders/. No hard copies accepted.

• Upload tender documents under the folders Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other.
• All documents must be PDF format, except the price list which must be PDF and an Excel copy.
• Upload size per document: 500 MB maximum; total submission limited to 4 GB.
• No zip/compressed files accepted.
• Resubmissions replace earlier versions; only the latest is considered.
• Ensure submission status is marked complete; tenders not fully uploaded by closing are non-responsive.

Returnable documents to submit at closing (disqualifiable):

• Annexure A (Authorisation Form): certifies the signatory is authorised to bid for the entity.
• Annexure B (Acknowledgement Form): acknowledges receipt and understanding of the tender conditions.
• Annexure C (Tenderer's Particulars): provides bidder's identity and contact details.
• Annexure D (Integrity Pact Declaration): commits to ethical conduct and adherence to the Supplier Integrity Pact.
• Annexure H (SBD 1 Invitation to Bid): completed and signed as the offer.
• Annexure J (SBD 4 Bidders Disclosure): discloses any interest by directors/shareholders employed by or connected to the state.
• Annexure G1-G4 (SBD 6.2 and Local Content Declarations): completed if designated materials are included, declaring local production and content.
• Completed NEC3 Part 2 Contract Data and NEC3 Offer and Acceptance (mandatory).
• Completed price list/BOQ (mandatory), in PDF and Excel.

Returnable required at closing (non-disqualifiable, 5 working days to cure):

• SARS issued pin, B-BBEE certificate or affidavit, COID letter of good standing, shareholders' IDs and shareholding percentages, company registration documents, proof of CSD registration summary.

Returnable required for evaluation (score zero if not submitted):

• Annexure I (SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form): claims specific goal points.

Returnable prior to contract award:

• CSD registration confirmation; COIDA certificate if not submitted earlier; completed financial statements as required.

Non-compliance:

• Failure to submit mandatory documents by closing results in disqualification.
• Any required returnable left unsigned or omitted is disqualifying.

Evaluation stages, in order:

1. Commercial compliance
2. Functionality (mandatory threshold)
3. Price and preference points
4. Contractual requirements (SHEQ and financial viability)
5. Financial evaluation

Functionality:

• Scored out of 100.
• Minimum threshold: 70% to qualify for further evaluation.
• Refer to Annexures K, L & M for mandatory technical returnables and Annexure N for qualitative criteria.
• Bidders below threshold are disqualified.

Price evaluation:

• Prices inclusive of VAT, corrected for errors, excluding contingencies.
• Net Present Value comparison based on tendered programme, price adjustment factors, exchange fluctuations, and risk parameters.
• Unconditional discounts count for evaluation; conditional discounts applied at payment only.
• Price scored out of 80 points.

Preference points:

• Specific goals scored out of 20 points under PPPFA.
• No evidence for specific goals means 0 points for that goal, but not disqualified.

Preference system:

• 80/20 system applies (contract value equal to or below R50 million).
• Final ranking: price score + specific goals score, highest to lowest.
• 18 consultants to be appointed, servicing both Eastern Cape and Western Cape.

Deadlock criteria:

• If equal points, award to bidder with highest B-BBEE score (hierarchy: Black People with Disabilities, Black Youth, Black Women, Black Owned).
• If still equal, decision by drawing of lots.

Alternative tenders and reverse e-auction not allowed.

Scope: Provision of professional services for network engineering and design under a panel contract in the Cape Coastal Cluster, covering both Eastern Cape and Western Cape.

Quality Management (Category 3) requirements:

• Contract Quality Plan (CQP)
• Quality Control Plan (QCP/ITP)
• Supplier Quality Management Specification
• Completed Form A (Category 3)
• Submit the listed tender returnables for Category 3.

Health and Safety (SHE) requirements:

• Health and Safety Plan addressing project-specific OHS risks, aligned with Eskom's health and safety specification.
• Completed Annexure B: acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements.
• Detailed costing for health and safety management (not a lump sum; itemised).
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology.
• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• OHS policy signed by the CEO, compliant with the OHS Act.
• CVs and certificates demonstrating OHS competency relevant to the scope.

Environmental requirements:

• SHE/Environmental Policy
• Company organogram
• Environmental Management Programme (EMP) – project/site specific
• Waste management strategy/Plan (WMP)
• Environmental Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
• Environmental incident register
• Environmental competency training certificate (environmental law/EA/EMPr)
• Environmental appointment letters

Quality requirements are Category 3 and include: List of Tender Returnables (Category 3), Form A (Category 3), Contract Quality Plan (CQP), Quality Control Plan (QCP/ITP), and Supplier Quality Management Specification. These must be submitted as part of the tender.

A pricing schedule/BOQ is attached to the tender. Bidders must complete and submit it in PDF and Excel format. Pricing schedules are evaluated under the 80/20 preference system. Mandatory: priced BOQ must be submitted with the tender.

Payment terms:

• For contracts valued below R50 million (incl. VAT): payment within 30 days of receipt of undisputed invoices.
• For contracts valued above R50 million (incl. VAT): payment within 60 days of receipt of undisputed invoices.

Financial evaluation (used to assess financial viability):

• Latest approved annual financial statements of the tendering company (not parent or holding company), including:
• Company 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
• Notes to the financial statements
• Draft statements or management accounts are not accepted.
• For unincorporated JV or SPV, each partner must submit its own financial statements.
• South African entities not audited: signed public interest score, confirmation of whether owner-managed, whether externally prepared, and copies of ITA34C for current and previous years of assessment.

Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders if tendered prices are not market-related.

Eligibility:

• No restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• Not a national of a country on international sanctions lists.
• No conflict of interest (e.g., common controlling partner or majority shareholder with another bidder, or ability to access/influence another bidder's tender).
• Not on National Treasury's restricted list, Tender Defaulters list, or Eskom's restricted list.
• Not subcontracting 100% of the scope of work.
• Single tender only; JV/consortium must demonstrate joint and several liability.

Mandatory compliance:

• Valid CSD registration (CSD number/report).
• Valid tax compliance: SARS PIN (e-filing) or tax clearance certificate for local tenderers not on CSD; foreign tenderers with SA footprint must also provide tax clearance.
• Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (as per B-BBEE Codes).
• Valid COIDA certificate of good standing (South African tenderers).
• Employment Equity Act compliance if a designated employer (proof of EE report submission).
• Completing SBD 6.2 (local production declaration) if designated materials are included.

Contractual requirements are assessed after ranking; failure to meet them by the stipulated deadline may render the bidder non-responsive and ineligible for award.

SHEQ is evaluated as a contractual requirement. Bidders must submit: Health and Safety Plan addressing scope-specific OHS risks, Annexure B (acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal requirements), detailed costing for OHS management, Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology, valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing, OHS policy signed by CEO, and evidence of OHS competency (CVs and qualifications). A COIDA certificate of good standing or application proof is required from South African tenderers.

Environmental compliance documents required: SHE/Environmental Policy, company organogram, project-specific Environmental Management Programme (EMP), Waste Management Plan (WMP), Environmental Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan, environmental incident register, environmental competency training certificate, and environmental appointment letters. These are part of the SHEQ requirements.

The contract is a panel contract for professional services under NEC3. The tender must be for the whole contract; alternative tenders are not allowed. The tender validity period is 180 days from closing. No performance security is required (N/A). The contract will be awarded to up to 18 consultants. Eskom may negotiate with preferred bidders if prices are not market-related. Payment terms are 30 days for contracts under R50 million and 60 days for those above, from receipt of undisputed invoices. Subcontracting with subsidiaries is discouraged and must be declared.

Commercial returnables required at closing include: enquiry cover page, Authorisation Form (Annexure A), Acknowledgement Form (B), Tenderer's Particulars (C), Integrity Declaration (D), SARS PIN, B-BBEE certificate/affidavit, COID letter of good standing, shareholder IDs and percentages, company registration documents, preference points claim form, proof of CSD registration, completed NEC3 Part 2 Contract Data, completed NEC3 Offer and Acceptance, and completed priced BOQ.

Mandatory commercial requirements: Contract Data Part 2, priced BOQ, and electronic copy in PDF (price list also in Excel).

Failure to upload tender documents on the E-Tendering system renders the tender non-responsive.