Purchase, collection and disposal of scrapped ferrous metals (ct/vts, glass and/or ceramic insulators, reclosers/breakers, isolators, steel cages , porcelain, steel, sub-grade, line hardware , general waste and mixed insulators and anything that falls with the ferrous commodities) at eastern cape operating unit (ou) on an “as and when” required basis for a period of 36 months.

Closing date: 28 October 2026 at 10:00

Clarification meeting (non-compulsory): 26 October 2026 at 10:00, via Microsoft Teams (link provided in tender document). Attendance must be confirmed with the Eskom Representative by 16:00 on 23 October 2026.

Clarification queries deadline: 5 working days before the tender submission deadline.

Tender validity period: 90 days from closing date.

Non-compulsory clarification meeting on 26 October 2026 at 10h00 via Microsoft Teams. Tenderers must confirm attendance by 16:00 on 23 October 2026.

Eskom Representative:

• Name: Lunga May
• Role: Investment Recovery, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: 071 167 7937

Submission email: [email protected]

All queries and clarifications must be addressed in writing to the Eskom Representative only. No other Eskom official may be contacted.

Submission method: electronic only, via Eskom E-Tendering portal (upload under Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other folders). No hard copies accepted. Files must be PDF or Excel; max 50MB per file, 900MB total per submission. No zip/compressed files. If resubmitting, the latest version supersedes all previous submissions; ensure submission status is marked complete. Late tenders are not accepted.

Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed where required, and submitted by closing time unless noted):

• Annexure A (Authorisation Form): confirms the signatory's authority to bind the bidder; attach certified resolution/power of attorney.
• Annexure B (Acknowledgement Form): acknowledges receipt and understanding of the tender documents.
• Annexure C (Tenderer's Particulars): bidder identification and contact details.
• Annexure D (Integrity Declaration Form): commits to the Supplier Integrity Pact (download from www.eskom.co.za).
• Annexure H (SBD 1 – Invitation to Bid): cover page with bidder details and signature.
• Annexure I (SBD 6.1 – Preference Points Claim Form): claims B-BBEE points under PPPFA 2022; non-submission means 0 points for that goal, not disqualification.
• Annexure J (SBD 4 – Bidders Disclosure): discloses any connection to state employees or conflicts of interest.
• E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form.

Returnables required at closing but curable within 5 working days if incomplete (written request from Eskom):

• B-BBEE affidavit (DTI template) or verification certificate from accredited agency.
• Certified tax clearance certificate (for local bidders without SARS e-filing PIN or CSD profile; foreign bidders with SA footprint not on CSD). Foreign suppliers with no SA footprint complete SBD 1 only, no tax proof.
• CSD registration report or MAAA number (valid and current).
• Second-Hand Goods Act certificate from SAPS or licence for scrap dealers/recyclers.
• CIPC/CIPRO registration documents or declaration of shareholding/directorship.
• COIDA certificate of good standing (original or proof of application) – South African tenderers only.
• Completed pricing schedule (PDF format for e-tendering).

Joint venture/consortium additional documents:

• Letter of intent or valid JV agreement confirming rights, obligations, profit-sharing ratios, and joint and several liability.
• Written confirmation that the JV operates as a single incorporated entity for the contract duration.
• Details of a single designated JV bank account, independent of individual partners.

Disqualification risks:

• Missing or unsigned disqualifiable returnables.
• Late submission.
• Alternative tenders not allowed.
• Bidder with existing/expired Eskom contract in default, or with an open non-conformance, is disqualified.
• Failure to meet contractual requirements (CSD, completed ITT) by the stipulated deadline may render the tender non-responsive.

Evaluation stages:

1. Basic compliance: meet eligibility criteria, submit complete tender with commercial information, and submit mandatory returnables by the deadline.
2. Price evaluation: prices scored out of 80 points. Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, and compared on a Net Present Value basis. Unconditional discounts count for evaluation; conditional discounts do not (but apply at payment).
3. Specific goals (B-BBEE) scored out of 20 points per PPPFA, using the 80/20 preference point system. Failure to submit evidence for a specific goal results in 0 points for that goal, not disqualification.
4. Ranking: total score (price + specific goals) ranked highest to lowest.

Eligibility criteria (disqualifying if not met):

• Bidder or principals must not be under any restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• Not a national of a country on international sanctions lists (applies to subcontractors/suppliers too).
• No more than one tender per bidder (except where e-tendering size limit applies).
• JV/consortium must have joint and several liability.
• No conflict of interest (e.g., common controlling partner, access to another bidder's information).
• Tender must be signed by an authorised person.
• Not restricted by National Treasury or on the Tender Defaulters list.
• Must not subcontract 100% of the scope.

Contractual requirements (assessed after ranking, before award; not evaluation criteria):

• Proof of valid CSD registration.
• Completed Invitation to Tender document.
• Additional if applicable: SHEQ requirements, safety returnables (Annexure M), environmental returnables (Annexure N).

Scope: Purchase, collection and disposal of scrapped ferrous metals at Eskom sites in the Eastern Cape Operating Unit, on an 'as and when' required basis for 36 months from contract signature.

Materials covered (not limited to):

• CT/VTs, glass, ceramic insulators, reclosers/breakers, isolators, steel cages, porcelain, steel, sub-grade and line hardware, mixed insulators, general waste, and anything falling within ferrous commodities.

Contractor obligations:

• Purchase and remove redundant scrap materials from Eskom sites.
• Comply with all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Use only designated roads for travel.
• Provide own accommodation, transport, water, and toilet facilities at own cost.
• Provide a minimum of 6 marked skip bins at designated sites around the power station.
• Weigh trucks empty and full, and provide weighbridge tickets to the Eskom manager of materials management.
• Submit reconciliation of scrap collection every 2 weeks.
• Make payment within 5 days of reconciliation verification and submit proof of payment.
• Submit a safe disposal certificate for scrap collected during the month.
• Collect all scrap ferrous metal without sorting or choosing, and ensure a clean collection area.
• If cutting or baling is required on site, obtain written permission from the site supervisor (authorised by the Materials Management Manager).
• Grant Eskom or its authorised site agent free and unrestricted access to premises without prior notice.
• Adhere to site access conditions set by the Eskom site agent.
• No littering; provide facilities for disposal waste collection; no rubble left on site.
• No burning of waste or material on site.
• Obtain an Eskom permit to work before commencing; notify the site agent on completion for permit sign-off.
• Comply with OHSA and all safety requirements; safety documentation must be available on site.
• Report any damage to property to Eskom; repairs at contractor's cost.
• Rehabilitate any oil spills; remove contaminated ground per environmental legislation.
• Dump rubble only at approved municipal dump for construction waste.
• Deviation from scope is a non-conformance; failure to correct within reasonable time may lead to contract termination.

Contractor shall purchase and remove redundant scrap materials from Eskom sites in Eastern Cape OU. Must comply with legislation, use designated roads, provide own accommodation/transport/water/toilet facilities. Must provide minimum 6 marked skip bins, weigh trucks empty and full, submit reconciliation every 2 weeks, make payment within 5 days, submit safe disposal certificate, collect all scrap without sorting. Cutting/baling requires written permission. Deviation from scope is non-conformance.

All work must comply with the OHSA Act. Safety requirements and documentation must be available on site. Portable firefighting equipment must be available when using cutting equipment. No burning of waste allowed. Eskom permit to work required before commencement. Any deviation from scope is a non-conformance; failure to correct within reasonable time may lead to contract termination.

Pricing based on ITAC metal bulletin percentages. Item 1: Mixed Steel, ITAC Code 201. Offered price as percentage of ITAC Metal Bulletin (excluding VAT). Payments to Eskom within 5 working days after sale, by electronic bank transfer. Contract period 36 months. Bidders must use the provided price schedule of price per ton; failure to do so renders the bid non-responsive.

Pricing format: The rand price for each disposal transaction is calculated by multiplying the quoted percentage of the ITAC Metal Bulletin price by the ITAC price. The only item listed is Mixed Steel, ITAC Code 201. Bidders must use the provided price schedule of price per ton; failure to do so renders the bid non-responsive.

Payment to Eskom: All amounts due to Eskom are payable within 5 working days after sale, by electronic bank transfer only.

Contract period: 36 months.

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

No bid security, bonds, or guarantees are specified.

Mandatory contractual requirements (assessed after evaluation, before award):

• Proof of valid and current CSD registration (CSD number or report).
• Completed Invitation to Tender document.

Additional requirements:

• Tax compliance: A tender will not be awarded to a recommended tenderer with a tax non-compliance status. Local bidders without a SARS e-filing PIN or CSD profile must submit a certified tax clearance certificate. Foreign bidders with a SA footprint but not on CSD must also submit a certified tax clearance certificate. Foreign bidders with no SA footprint complete SBD 1 only, no tax proof.
• B-BBEE: Submit a B-BBEE affidavit (DTI template) or verification certificate from an accredited agency to claim preference points.
• Second-Hand Goods Act certificate from SAPS or licence for scrap dealers and recyclers (valid and current).
• CIPC/CIPRO registration documents or declaration of shareholding/directorship.
• COIDA certificate of good standing (original or proof of application) – South African tenderers only.
• Safety: Comply with OHSA; safety requirements and documentation available on site; portable firefighting equipment when using cutting equipment; no burning of waste; Eskom permit to work required.
• Environmental: Dump rubble only at approved municipal dump; no littering; rehabilitate oil spills; remove contaminated ground per environmental legislation; submit safe disposal certificate.

All work must comply with the OHSA Act. Safety requirements and documentation must be available on site. Portable firefighting equipment must be available when using cutting equipment. No burning of waste allowed. Eskom permit to work required before commencement. COIDA certificate of good standing required (South African tenderers only).

All dumping of rubble must be at an approved municipal dump. No littering; facilities for disposal waste collection must be provided on site. Oil spills must be rehabilitated; contaminated ground removed per environmental legislation. Safe disposal certificate required for scrap collected. No burning of waste or material on site.

Contract conditions are Eskom's standard 'Other' conditions. Contractual requirements (CSD registration, completed ITT) are not evaluation criteria but are assessed after ranking; failure by the deadline may render the tender non-responsive. Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders. Subcontracting with subsidiary companies is discouraged and must be declared. A bidder with an existing or expired Eskom contract in default, or with an open non-conformance, is disqualified. No accommodation allowed on site.

Eskom not responsible for damages/losses from theft, damage or personal injury. Scrap oil sold with unknown quantity; any oil in equipment becomes property of successful tenderer. Tenderer with existing/expired contract default will be disqualified. Open non-conformance leads to disqualification. No accommodation allowed on site.

Eligibility criteria: Tenderers must not be under any restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies. Ineligible if: nationality of a country on international sanctions list; submitting more than one tender (except e-tendering size limit); JV/consortium without joint and several liability; conflict of interest; signed by non-authorised persons; restricted by National Treasury; on Tender Defaulters list; sub-contracting 100% of scope.

Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, compared on NPV basis. Unconditional discounts considered; conditional discounts not for evaluation. Prices scored out of 80 points. Specific goals scored out of 20 points per PPPFA. Ranking using 80/20 system.