Maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the 44kv & 132kv hv network – ESKOM northern cape

Appointment of a panel for the maintenance and emergency repair of live works on the high-voltage network at 44 kV and 132 kV.

Contract duration: three years.

Returnable documents for preference points

• Valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS-accredited verification agency, a sworn affidavit, or a CIPC affidavit.
• Proof of ownership or shareholding, preferably CIPC documentation, including the shareholding breakdown.
• Certified copies of shareholders' identity documents.
• Proof of disability, where applicable.

Consequence of omission

• A bid without these documents is not disqualified, but scores no preference points and is evaluated on price out of 90 or 80 only.

SDL&I Implementation Schedule

• Must be completed and returned to the SDL&I representative for acceptance within 28 days of contract award; it becomes the reference for monitoring and reporting.

Preference point system

• Specific goals carry a maximum of 10 points under the 90/10 system or 20 points under the 80/20 system.
• Preference points are added to the price points and the total is rounded to two decimal places.
• The contract is awarded to the bidder with the highest total points, subject to section 2(1)(f) of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.

B-BBEE status level points (90/10 system / 80/20 system)

• Level 1: 10 / 20
• Level 2: 9 / 18
• Level 3: 6 / 14
• Level 4: 5 / 12
• Level 5: 4 / 8
• Level 6: 3 / 6
• Level 7: 2 / 4
• Level 8: 1 / 2
• Non-compliant contributor: 0 / 0

Effect of missing B-BBEE documentation

• The bid is not disqualified, but no preference points are awarded and price is scored out of 90 or 80 only.

SDL&I objectives

• SDL&I objectives are not scored, but the commitments a bidder submits become contractual obligations.

Scope

• Appointment of a panel for maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the high-voltage network at 44 kV and 132 kV.
• Work is carried out on live high-voltage lines.

Contract duration

• Three years.

Skills development deliverables

• Train two candidates a year: one P1 Electrical Engineering and one P2 Electrical Engineering candidate, sourced from a local university of technology.
• Candidates must come from the Northern Cape and reflect South Africa's population demographics.
• Training must address Eskom's core, scarce and critical skills, including the occupations listed in Government Gazette 43937.
• Eskom employees and registered learners are excluded from these targets.
• The contractor carries the full cost of training; Eskom makes no financial contribution. SETA grants, subsidies and incentives, and SARS tax rebates earmarked for skills development, may be pursued.

Local procurement and jobs

• Local procurement content target: 100%.
• Minimum of 10 jobs to be created over the contract duration, plus proposals for jobs retained in South Africa.

Skills development obligations

• The contractor must develop the skills of unemployed candidates directly and through its supply network; SETA-accredited training providers may be used.
• Eskom employees and registered learners are excluded from the targets.
• The contractor bears the full cost of training; Eskom makes no financial contribution.
• SETA grants, subsidies and incentives, and SARS tax rebates earmarked for skills development, may be accessed.

Penalties and security

• 2.5% of the invoice amount, and 2.5% of the contract value, are payable for failing to meet SDL&I obligations.
• 2.5% of every invoice excluding VAT is retained for the duration of the contract as security for SDL&I obligations.

Bids must split the price into local and imported components in the Price Schedule supplied with the tender documents.

Local procurement content equals total spending minus the imported component.

The Eskom target for local procurement content is 100%.

Penalties

• 2.5% of the invoice amount for failing to meet SDL&I obligations.
• 2.5% of the contract value for failing to meet SDL&I obligations.

Retention

• 2.5% of every invoice, excluding VAT, is retained for the duration of the contract as security for SDL&I obligations.
• Retained amounts are released only once Eskom receives the SDL&I progress reports, all SDL&I obligations are met, and the SDL&I Department approves a compliance report.

Pricing

• The bid price must separate local and imported goods and services as set out in the Price Schedule supplied with the tender documents.
• Local procurement content is total spending less the imported component.
• Training costs are for the contractor's account; no Eskom funding is provided.

B-BBEE evidence thresholds

• Revenue up to R10 million (Exempted Micro Enterprise): a sworn affidavit may be submitted.
• Revenue up to R50 million (Qualifying Small Enterprise): all elements of the QSE scorecard relevant to the sector must be met, unless the entity is at least 51% black owned, in which case a sworn affidavit suffices.
• Revenue above R50 million: a valid B-BBEE certificate is required.
• A valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit is a condition for contract award.

Sworn affidavit validity

• Deponent's full name and identity number as they appear on the identity document.
• Deponent's designation as director, owner or member, showing authority to depose.
• Enterprise name as registered with the CIPC and the business address.
• Percentages of black ownership, black female ownership and designated group; for specialised enterprises under Statement 004, the percentage of black beneficiaries. No blank spaces may be left.
• Total revenue for the year under review and whether it is based on audited financial statements or management accounts.
• Financial year end used to determine total revenue, stated as day/month/year.
• A single B-BBEE status level and the empowering supplier status, with the QSE basis selected.
• The deponent and the Commissioner of Oaths must sign on the same date, in each other's presence, with the Commissioner's signature and stamp.
• The Commissioner of Oaths must not be an employee or ex officio of the enterprise.

B-BBEE improvement milestones

• Level 1: maintain the rating.
• Levels 2 and 3: improve or maintain the rating over the contract period.
• Level 4: reach Level 3 by the end of year one, then improve by one level each year.
• Levels 5 to 8 or non-compliant: reach Level 4 by the end of year one, then improve by at least one level each year from year two.
• A B-BBEE improvement or retention plan must be submitted within 30 days of signing the contract.

Preference points

• Maximum 10 points (90/10 system) or 20 points (80/20 system) for specific goals, added to price points and rounded to two decimals.
• Points by status level: Level 1 = 10/20; Level 2 = 9/18; Level 3 = 6/14; Level 4 = 5/12; Level 5 = 4/8; Level 6 = 3/6; Level 7 = 2/4; Level 8 = 1/2; non-compliant = 0.
• Missing B-BBEE documentation does not disqualify a bid, but forfeits preference points and limits price scoring to 90 or 80.

Evidence to claim points

• Valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS-accredited verification agency, sworn affidavit, or CIPC affidavit.
• Proof of ownership or shareholding with breakdown, preferably CIPC documentation.
• Certified identity copies of shareholders.
• Proof of disability where applicable.

Improvement plan

• Submit a B-BBEE improvement or retention plan within 30 days of signing the contract.
• Level 1: maintain. Levels 2-3: improve or maintain. Level 4: reach Level 3 by the end of year one, then improve one level per year. Levels 5-8 or non-compliant: reach Level 4 by the end of year one, then improve at least one level per year from year two.

Certificate thresholds

• Revenue up to R10 million (EME): sworn affidavit accepted.
• Revenue up to R50 million (QSE): full QSE scorecard compliance unless at least 51% black owned, in which case a sworn affidavit suffices.
• Revenue above R50 million: valid B-BBEE certificate required.
• A valid certificate or sworn affidavit is a condition for contract award.

Local procurement content

• Target 100%; bids must separate local and imported components in the Price Schedule; local content is total spend minus imports.

Jobs

• Proposals required for jobs created and retained; minimum of 10 jobs created over the contract duration.

Skills development

• Train two candidates a year, one P1 and one P2 Electrical Engineering, from a local university of technology.
• Candidates from the Northern Cape, representative of national demographics; skills aligned to Government Gazette 43937.
• Eskom employees and registered learners excluded; the contractor bears the full cost; SETA grants and SARS rebates may be used.

Sworn affidavit validity

• Deponent's name and identity number as per the identity document, and designation as director, owner or member.
• Enterprise name per CIPC registration and business address.
• Black ownership, black female ownership and designated group percentages, with no blank spaces; black beneficiary percentage for specialised enterprises under Statement 004.
• Total revenue for the year under review, whether audited or management accounts, and the financial year end.
• One B-BBEE status level and the empowering supplier status, with the QSE basis selected.
• Deponent and Commissioner of Oaths sign on the same date, in each other's presence, with signature and stamp.
• The Commissioner of Oaths must not be an employee or ex officio of the enterprise.

Duration

• Three years.

SDL&I penalties

• 2.5% of the invoice amount for failing to meet SDL&I obligations.
• 2.5% of the contract value for failing to meet SDL&I obligations.

Retention

• 2.5% of every invoice, excluding VAT, retained for the contract duration as security for SDL&I obligations.
• Released only after Eskom receives the SDL&I progress reports, all SDL&I obligations are met, and the SDL&I Department approves a compliance report.

Reporting and monitoring

• Quarterly SDL&I reports using the Data Collection Template.
• Eskom reviews the reports within 30 days and notifies the supplier in writing of any shortfall.
• The supplier must correct shortfalls before the next reporting period, failing which the retention clauses are invoked.
• An SDL&I Implementation Schedule must be completed and returned to the SDL&I representative for acceptance within 28 days of contract award; it becomes the reference for monitoring and reporting.

SDL&I commitments

• Local procurement content target of 100%.
• Minimum of 10 jobs created over the contract duration, plus jobs retained.
• Two training candidates a year (P1 and P2 Electrical Engineering) from the Northern Cape, at the contractor's cost.
• B-BBEE improvement or retention plan within 30 days of contract signature.

Specific goals carry a maximum of 10 points under the 90/10 system or 20 points under the 80/20 system.

• Preference points are added to price points and the total is rounded to two decimal places.
• The contract goes to the bidder with the highest total points, subject to section 2(1)(f) of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
• Points by B-BBEE status level: Level 1 = 10/20; Level 2 = 9/18; Level 3 = 6/14; Level 4 = 5/12; Level 5 = 4/8; Level 6 = 3/6; Level 7 = 2/4; Level 8 = 1/2; non-compliant = 0.
• A bidder who does not submit the preference point documentation is not disqualified, but scores no preference points and is scored on price out of 90 or 80 only.

The document is a Quality Control Plan / Inspection and Test Plan (QCP/ITP) form, Template 240-43921898 Rev 6, with document identifier 240-109253302 Rev 2. It is used to plan and record quality control activities for the contract. The form includes sections for approvals, intervention points, activities, inspection methods, acceptance criteria, and records.

Returnable documents: the completed QCP/ITP form (Template 240-43921898 Rev 6) must be submitted with the bid. The form must be approved by the Contractor/Supplier and, where applicable, the Subcontractor and Eskom. No other submission requirements are stated in the provided document.

Bidders must complete and submit the QCP/ITP form as part of the bid. The QCP/ITP must be approved by the Contractor/Supplier, and where applicable, the Subcontractor and Eskom. No other eligibility criteria are stated in the provided document.

The QCP/ITP form defines intervention points for quality control:

• Hold Point: requires approval before proceeding (AP - Document Requires Approval).
• Witness Point: requires witnessing (W1 – 100% witness, W2 – Sample witness).
• Document Review: requires review (R1 – 100% Document Review, R2 – Sample Document Review).
• Surveillance (S) and Verification (V) points are also defined.
• Inspection and test methods may include Visual, Microscopy, NDT, Liquid/Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy, etc.
• Acceptance criteria may include functionality requirements, performance measures, regulatory compliance, chemical tests, etc.
• Records must be maintained for each activity, with supplier and Eskom inspection columns.
• The form includes fields for contract/order number, subcontractor order number, QCP number, scope of work, and revision details.

The QCP/ITP form defines the quality control plan. It includes:

• Intervention point legend: Hold Point (AP - Document Requires Approval), Witness Point (W1 – 100% witness, W2 – Sample witness), Document Review (R1 – 100% Document Review, R2 – Sample Document Review), Surveillance (S), Verification (V).
• Inspection and test methods: Visual, Microscopy, NDT, Liquid/Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy, etc.
• Acceptance criteria: Functionality requirement, Performance Measures, Regulatory Compliance, Chemical test, etc.
• Records must be kept for each activity, with columns for supplier and Eskom inspection.
• Abbreviations: NOBO (Notification Body), TPI (Third Party Inspection).

No specific compliance requirements are stated in the provided document.

The QCP/ITP form must be completed and submitted. It defines intervention points (Hold, Witness, Document Review, Surveillance, Verification) and requires approval by the Contractor/Supplier, and where applicable, the Subcontractor and Eskom. No other evaluation criteria are stated.

This document sets the minimum technical evaluation criteria for Live Work contractors for 44-132kV Live Work Maintenance in the Northern Cape Operating Unit - GEMMA Cluster, using Stick and Barehand methods. It covers mandatory technical requirements, functional evaluation criteria, and objective criteria for establishing a Live Work Maintenance Contract including pole planting, for 36 months on an 'As and When required' basis. The evaluation assesses capability in human resources, vehicles, basic hand tools, PPE, live work equipment, lifting gear, expertise, business premises, quality management systems, safety risk process, and OHS Act compliance.

Department: GEMMA Cluster, Northern Cape Operating Unit

No specific contact details provided in the document.

Submission method: complete original tender plus one (1) hard copy of the original tender at the tender submission deadline.

Returnable documents:

• All training certificates must be certified by a commissioner of oaths, with signature date not older than three months prior to tender closing date.
• Unreadable certificates will lead to disqualification.
• Original documentation and a copy of all logbooks and relevant evidence must be provided to Eskom prior to evaluation.
• Documents must be submitted in the order as per the Annexures.

Disqualification risks:

• Unreadable certificates.
• Missing or unsigned returnable forms.
• Late submission.

Evaluation process has two stages:

1. Desktop Evaluation (mandatory criteria): minimum threshold 85% to proceed to site evaluation.
2. Site Evaluation (functionality): assessed out of 100%, threshold is 100% (any non-compliance fails the bidder).

Scoring: one point per item, percentage worked out.

Test certificates need not be valid at desktop evaluation (expired certificates accepted), but must be valid at site evaluation.

Site evaluation assesses supplier's capability to enter a contract with Eskom, including tools, equipment, vehicles, and live work team availability.

Scope: Provision of maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV & 132kV) using Stick and Barehand methods, including pole planting, for the Northern Cape Operating Unit - GEMMA Cluster.

Contract duration: 36 months, on an 'As and When required' basis.

Mandatory technical requirements (desktop evaluation):

• Vehicles: Live Work truck/aerial device (max height 15m-28m, voltage rating 44kV-132kV), LDV, crane truck (x2), drill truck. All with registration/lease documents, test certificates (electrical, mechanical/load, acoustic, oil), functional test, emergency procedure display, SWL displayed, valid license disc, 2m clearance for earth spike.
• Administration: Organogram showing CEO, PiC, PtP, crane operator, safety representatives; minimum of three PtPs, one PiC with a crane operator; regular safety meetings (x3 minutes); certified driver's licenses and PDPs for minimum 9 employees; minimum 3 artisans/electricians.

Site evaluation requirements:

• All vehicles roadworthy and in good condition.
• Aerial devices must meet standard 240-142701257 (Minimum Requirements for Manufacturing of Live Work Insulating MEWPs).
• Tools and equipment must be available on site for inspection at supplier's business premises/central place.
• Live Work Team must be available during site evaluation.

Minimum tools and equipment per team (site evaluation):

• Lifting equipment: snatch pulley (4), come along 4 ton (2), compression yoke (1), nylon sling (4), hand line (1), plastic bucket (1), 2x3 pulley rope (2), pole tong 63mm (3), pole tong 38mm (3), universal stick (4), universal fittings, dead yoke (1), insulating cradle (1), strainer stick (2), ratchet wrench (2), tower saddle clamp (3), pole saddle clamp (3), robe snubbing bracket (2), nylon ratchet hoist 3 ton (1), lever hoist (1), static shunt (1), spiral link stick (1), leakage current monitor (1), hot stick tester (1), strainer gauge (2), crip-all clamp stick (1), conductor cutter (1), tool rack stand (2), ground sheet (1).
• Equipment: fire extinguisher (min 9kg) per vehicle, first aid kit per vehicle, wind speed meter, stick tester, infrared scanner, road cones (6), silicon and cotton cloth, toolbox with relevant tools, chain saw.
• PPE: conductive suits (2 pairs), conductive boots (7 pairs), conductive gloves and socks (7 pairs), safety leather gloves, safety helmet with chin strap, safety boots (SABS approved, steel tip/cap), 100% cotton safety clothing (no short pants/sleeves), PPE for chainsaw, safety sunglasses, sun block, FAS and bag.

Normative references include ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems), and various Eskom standards for live work equipment, training, and procedures. Contractors must comply with these standards. All authorizations and logbooks must be maintained, and corrective action taken on all non-conformances identified.

Bid Bond: performance guarantees (no specific amounts or percentages provided).

Mandatory certifications for personnel (desktop evaluation):

• Previous authorisation for Stick and Barehand (for PiC and all PtPs)
• Medical fitness/fitness for duty certificate
• First Aid 1 & 2 (US120496)
• Basic Fire Fighting (US12484)
• Supervision of people in Electrically Hazardous Locations (EL W001) – for PiC only
• Orhvs (hvo 04)
• MV Line Construction Training
• Basic Rigging
• Operate a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (OATO 04) 243272
• Safe use of Working from Heights system (US229998) FAS
• Working from Heights Rescue (US229995) FAS Rescue
• Understanding the fundamentals of Electricity (L2C 01) – if not a qualified electrician or technician
• Equipotential earthing (OL2 002)
• Pre-task Planning and Risk Assessment PRE 2(b)
• Live Work Stick and Barehand Training
• Environmental Awareness (HVA 01)
• Lifting tackle inspection course (L4E 12) (LMI approved)
• Chainsaw training US 117062 (for one team member)
• Select, use, and care for electrical measuring instruments (US10237) – if not a qualified electrician or technician

Crane operator certifications:

• Crane operator certificate
• Basic Rigging (US12481)
• Medical Fitness certificate
• Risk Assessment Training/HIRA (PRE 002)
• Live Work Appreciation Course (if not Live Worker)
• Equipment Earthing (OL2 002)

All certificates must be clear, valid, and certified copies.

Contractor obligations:

• Appoint a competent person to do task observation on all teams.
• At least 3 task observations annually on every live worker.
• Maintain all authorizations and logbooks.
• Take corrective action on all non-conformances.
• Provide work position of live work teams on request.
• Produce all documentation of live workers on request.
• No unauthorized laborers involved in live work.
• Only perform duties according to task manual limitations on authorizations.

Normative references include ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and various Eskom standards.

Contractors must comply with the OHS Act and have a safety risk process. Required PPE includes conductive suits, boots, gloves and socks, safety leather gloves, safety helmet with chin strap, SABS approved safety boots with steel tip/cap, 100% cotton safety clothing (no short pants or short sleeves), PPE for chainsaw, safety sunglasses, sun block, and FAS and bag. Safety meetings must be held regularly (x3 minutes). All vehicles must be roadworthy. Aerial devices must meet standard 240-142701257. Tools and equipment must be in good serviceable condition, with daily and 3-monthly inspection sheets available.

The assessment report and any actions taken by the supplier as a result are for the supplier's account and do not guarantee contract award or post-contract performance. Any liability for actions taken by the supplier is not transferable to Eskom. The assessment team has no authority or responsibility in Eskom's contracting decisions, and their statements or actions do not constitute any liability to Eskom regarding contract placement or post-contract performance guarantees.

The technical evaluation has two parts: desktop evaluation (mandatory criteria) and site evaluation (functionality). Desktop evaluation requires a minimum of 85% to proceed. Site evaluation is assessed out of 100% with a threshold of 100%. Scoring is one point per item, then percentage calculated. Test certificates may be expired during desktop evaluation but must be valid during site evaluation.

The document is a Contract Quality Plan (CQP) template, not a full tender specification. It requires the tenderer to describe the scope of work, communication channels, organogram, interfacing documents, suppliers, monitoring, items to be manufactured/refurbished/purchased, special controls, documented information, records control, concession and non-conformance management, databook management, tools and equipment, customer property, product preservation, identification and traceability, and commissioning/post-delivery activities.

Closing date: 6 November 2026 at 10:00 (from tender record).

No other dates are stated in this document.

No contact details are provided in this document.

Returnable documents:

• Completed Contract Quality Plan (CQP) template, compiled by a representative of the tenderer and approved by the owner of the organisation.
• The CQP must be submitted as part of the tender and will be reviewed by Eskom after award.

Submission method and address: not stated in this document.

Closing time: not stated in this document.

The document does not specify evaluation criteria, scoring, or minimum qualifying scores. The CQP will be reviewed and accepted by Eskom's project coordinator, site engineer, QC, contract manager, end user, or project manager after contract award.

Scope of work: Provision of maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV & 132kV).

Work categories to be indicated in the CQP (mark applicable):

• Design
• Manufacturing
• Supply and Delivery/Transportation
• Construction/Installation/Maintenance
• Commissioning
• Professional services
• Other

Communication: All quality-related documentation and correspondence must be submitted per the contract agreement. Regular progress meetings and reporting are required.

Organogram: Must show roles, responsibilities, and outputs, including QA and QC functions, and who verifies work.

Interfacing documents: List core processes, work instructions, standards, specifications, and drawings applicable to the scope.

Suppliers and sub-suppliers: List all materials/components to be purchased and possible suppliers; for outsourced activities, describe the activity and selection criteria.

Monitoring: Indicate how suppliers/contractors will be monitored (inspection reports, surveillance/audit reports, inspection plans, material verification checklists).

Items to be manufactured/refurbished/purchased: Provide full descriptions, production schedule, and whether in-house or outsourced.

Special controls: Identify processes requiring special controls (e.g., welding, NDT/NDE) and describe QC activities.

Documented information: Submit to Eskom prior to commencement and during/at completion: QCP/ITP, certificates of compliance, method statements, safe working procedures, PQRs, repair procedures, risk register, inspection registers, audit findings, databook, and analysis reports.

Records control: Set up a retrievable filing system with indexing and cross-reference; control records as per the CQP.

Concession and non-conformance: Describe processes for concession management, non-conformance (defects, repair, rework), and inspection management.

Databook: If applicable, submit databooks for review and acceptance, including purchase orders for quality-critical items.

Tools and equipment: Provide a list of tools and equipment to be used, with calibration/maintenance/test status.

Customer property: Describe how customer property will be handled per ISO 9001.

Product preservation: Include process flow for preservation, storage, handling, packaging, transportation, and protection of materials.

Identification and traceability: Indicate methods for SOW activities affected by statutory and regulatory requirements.

Commissioning and post-delivery: Indicate post-delivery support, warranty period and conditions, customer satisfaction measurement, technical support, defect correction period, and retention funds.

The tenderer must provide method statements, safe working procedures, PQRs, and repair procedures. A register of non-conformances, defects, and punch items with analysis is required, along with monthly inspection analysis reports and databook status registers.

The organogram must show team members' responsibilities and qualifications necessary to fulfil stated duties, including who carries out tasks and who checks the work. The tenderer must list interfacing documents such as work instructions, processes, policies, procedures, industry standards, specifications, and drawings applicable to the scope.

The CQP must be prepared in accordance with SANS 466:2005 / ISO 10005:2005 guidelines. It must define quality management system, quality plan, quality assurance, quality control, supplier and sub-supplier responsibilities, quality objectives, quality policy, risk management, documented information, and method statements. The CQP must be compiled by a tenderer representative and approved by the organisation owner; after award, it is reviewed and accepted by Eskom's project coordinator, site engineer, QC, contract manager, end user, or project manager.

No specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB) are stated in this document.

Method statements must describe how the job is carried out safely, including all risks identified in the risk assessment and measures to control those risks. Safe working procedures and risk registers are required as part of documented information.

Post-delivery activities must consider warranty period and conditions, customer satisfaction measurement, technical support, defect correction period, and retention funds, as well as statutory, regulatory, and scope of work requirements.

No evaluation criteria are stated in this document. The CQP will be reviewed and accepted by Eskom after contract award.

This document is Eskom's Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000, Revision 3), which sets out the minimum quality requirements for all existing and potential Eskom suppliers. It defines the quality criteria for selection, evaluation, vendor registration, management, monitoring, assessment and auditing of suppliers. The specification 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 continually improve a QMS based on ISO 9001.

Returnable documents: Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001) must be completed, signed and returned with the bid. The specific quality category (1, 2, 3 or 4) and the full list of required returnables are set out in the List of Tender Returnables (document 240-12248652).

Quality requirements are classified into four categories (1 to 4). The applicable category is indicated in Form A. Bidders must submit quality documentation matching the selected category. The quality criteria cover selection, evaluation, vendor registration, management, monitoring, assessment and auditing of suppliers. No scoring split or minimum qualifying score is stated.

Scope: Provision of maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV and 132kV).

The specification 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 continually improve a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001.

The supplier must develop and implement processes to monitor, verify and document quality of the scope of work. This includes:

• Clear description of equipment and locations for each activity.
• Identification of quality verification activities and stages.
• Reference to relevant documents, procedures or method statements, including specific sections and pages.
• Definition of acceptance criteria.
• Listing of certifying or verifying documents, using Eskom document numbering.
• Identification of main supplier, sub-supplier, third-party inspection authority and Eskom inspection activities (witness, hold, document review, verification).
• Qualification requirements for quality control inspectors.
• Listing of proposed test procedures.
• Acceptance criteria for each inspection or test, aligned with specified tolerances.
• Signed acceptance of the QC/ITP by supplier, sub-supplier and Eskom before work commences.
• Inspection or testing intervention points, including factory acceptance tests, witness and hold points.

The supplier must arrange coordination meetings with Eskom prior to placing orders, giving 14 days' notice. A quality kick-off meeting will be held at the start of the contract and at the start of each phase if required. Mandatory pre-inspection meetings will be convened by Eskom or its inspection agency.

Quality audits and quality performance reviews must be carried out by trained, accredited and experienced personnel, in accordance with documented procedures.

The supplier must develop, implement, maintain and improve a QMS conforming to ISO 9001 (latest revision). The QMS must include documented information such as a quality manual, quality policy, quality objectives, control of documented information, internal audit procedure, control of nonconforming outputs, and nonconformity and corrective action procedure.

Where required, the supplier must submit a valid ISO 9001 certificate from an accredited certification body.

The supplier must submit a draft contract quality plan (CQP) specific to the scope of work, addressing the minimum requirements of ISO 10005.

Where applicable, the supplier must submit an example inspection and test plan (ITP) or quality control plan (QCP) from similar previous work.

The supplier must submit documented information for control of externally provided processes, products and services, and for roles, responsibilities and authorities.

The supplier must submit documented information (records) of management review meetings, including agenda, minutes, attendance registers and reports.

The supplier must submit the latest internal and external audit reports, including any nonconformities and corrective actions.

The supplier must inform Eskom of any proposed changes to the QMS or staff that affect the quality system before implementation.

The main supplier must manage sub-supplier quality, including verification of their QMS, audits, assessments of CQPs and QCPs, nonconformity management, inspection and test plans, and risk management.

Eskom reserves the right to assess sub-supplier facilities and to appoint resident quality inspectors or an inspection agency.

The supplier and sub-supplier must have a formal QMS conforming to the latest ISO 9001 standard (or applicable QMS standard), unless specifically excluded per the quality category.

Where required, the QMS must carry a valid ISO 9001 certificate from an accredited certification body.

The supplier must complete and sign Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001).

The supplier must submit quality documentation according to the applicable category (1, 2, 3 or 4) as selected in Form A and the List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652).

The specification references the Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Policy (32-727) as an informative reference. No specific health and safety requirements are detailed in this document.

Preservation requirements: The supplier must implement a preservation management programme covering valves, electrical motors, mechanical and rotating equipment, piping, instrumentation, flange faces, gaskets, coatings, insulation and other materials. Preservation requirements must be documented in purchase orders and work authorisations, and communicated to all relevant project functions. Sub-supplier responsibilities for preservation must be clearly designated. Eskom has free and unrestricted access to all preservation records for inspection and audit.

The specification defines quality criteria for the selection, evaluation, vendor registration, management, monitoring, assessment and auditing of suppliers. Suppliers are classified into four quality categories (1 to 4) and must submit quality documentation as per the selected category indicated in Form A. No scoring split or minimum qualifying score is stated.

Pre-contract award quality requirements: select only one applicable category (Category 1–4) as per clause 3.5 of 240-105658000; Category 3 is indicated. Indicate whether site assessment is applicable. Confirm main supplier and sub-supplier capability and capacity assessment (clause 3).

Eskom Quality Representative:

• Name: Victor Masilo Motlokoa
• Designation: Acting Asset Design Manager (Quality representative)
• Date: 25 April 2025

Returnable documents:

• Form A (Tender & Contract Quality Requirements): must be completed, signed, and submitted to acknowledge and accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements as per specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001.

Submission method and address are not stated in the provided document.

Bidders must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge and accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements as per 240-105658000 and ISO 9001. No other evaluation criteria are stated in the provided document.

Pre-contract award quality requirements:

• Select only one applicable category (Category 1, 2, 3, or 4) as per clause 3.5 of 240-105658000. Category 3 is indicated as applicable.
• Indicate whether a site assessment is applicable.
• Confirm main supplier and sub-supplier capability and capacity assessment (clause 3 of 240-105658000).

Post-contract award requirements (Eskom):

• Contract execution (clause 3.7 of 240-105658000).
• Supplier quality performance monitoring (clause 3.7).
• Eskom rights of access (clause 3.8).
• Eskom rights to information (clause 3.8).
• Preservation (clause 3.8).
• Quality audits related conditions (clause 3.8).
• Management of nonconformities and nonconforming outputs identified by Eskom (clause 3.8).
• Special processes (clause 3.8).

ISO 9001 clauses and principles apply (Clauses 4–10 and Principles 1–7).

ISO 9001 clauses 4–10 (Context of the Organisation, Leadership, Planning, Support, Operation, Performance Evaluations, Improvement) and principles 1–7 (Customer focus, Leadership, Engagement of people, Process approach, Improvement, Evidence-based decision making, Relationship Management) are applicable.

Tenderer must select applicable category (Category 1–4) for pre-contract award quality requirements, indicate whether site assessment is applicable, and confirm main supplier and sub-supplier capability and capacity assessment. Post-contract award requirements include contract execution, supplier quality performance monitoring, Eskom rights of access and information, preservation, quality audits, management of nonconformities, and special processes. Tenderer must complete and sign the form to acknowledge and accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements as per 240-105658000 Specification and ISO 9001 Standard.

Bidders must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge and accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements as per 240-105658000 and ISO 9001. No other compliance requirements are stated in the provided document.

Eskom requires live work maintenance and emergency repair services on the HV network (44kV to 132kV) and associated projects in the Northern Cape Operating Unit, on an "as and when required" basis for 36 months.

Reason for the contract: the Northern Cape Operating Unit lacks sufficient internal resources to maintain and repair the Eskom HV network, resulting in increased SAIFI, a maintenance backlog, and projects and faults not being cleared on time.

Intended benefits: adequate resources to maintain the network on schedule, reduced network downtime, improved customer satisfaction, reduced internal staff overtime and fatigue, improved reliability of supply, and improved SAIFI and SAIDI performance.

Previous contract: number 4600067123, running from 1 February 2020 to 31 January 2023, 36 months, value R30 000 000.00.

Panel: 4 to 5 contractors will be appointed because of the size of the Northern Cape network and the volume of live work required.

Work includes replacement of insulators, spray washing of insulators, replacing cross arms and poles on 66–88kV lines, stubbing damaged or rotten poles on 132kV 5-pole structures, bonding cross arms on 66–132kV H-poles and 5-poles, making and breaking jumpers, repairing conductors at midspan and jumpers on 66–132kV, installing or replacing vibration dampers, removing bird nests, installing or replacing bird protectors, installing aircraft warning spheres, stringing conductors over energised lines 44kV to 132kV using live work methods, removing, re-stringing and joining damaged earth wire, and installing and replacing stay wire.

Closing date: 6 November 2026 at 10:00.

No compulsory briefing or site visit is stated in the document.

Technical evaluation lead

• Name: Mapaseka Majoro
• Role: Live Work Manager

Sign-off

• Name: Kennith Groenewald
• Role: Specialized Maintenance & Support Manager

No SCM enquiry contact, email address or telephone number is stated in the document.

Submission method: Eskom e-tender / tender box submission in line with the Eskom Tender Rules; bidders must confirm the exact channel and address on the Eskom tender portal before the closing date.

Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted):

• SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page.
• SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses any director or shareholder employed by the state or connected to the department.
• SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims B-BBEE preference points under the PPPFA.
• SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination): certifies the price was set independently with no collusion.
• Pricing schedule / bill of quantities completed in the prescribed format.
• Annex A desktop evaluation evidence pack (vehicle, administration and personnel documentation).
• Annex B site evaluation evidence pack (tools, equipment and PPE).

Disqualification risks:

• Failure to meet the 90% desktop evaluation threshold.
• Failure to meet the 100% site evaluation threshold.
• Any returnable form left unsigned or omitted.
• Bids received after the closing time.

Two-stage evaluation: Desktop Evaluation, then Site Evaluation (functionality).

Stage 1 — Desktop Evaluation (mandatory / gatekeeper criteria):

• Minimum qualifying score: 90%.
• Only bidders meeting the 90% threshold proceed to site evaluation.
• Test certificates need not be valid at this stage; expired or previous certificates are accepted.
• Scoring: one point per item, converted to a percentage.
• Annex A sets out the criteria: Vehicles (40% weighting) and Administration (60% weighting).

Stage 2 — Site Evaluation (functionality):

• Minimum qualifying score: 100%.
• All tools and equipment must be present, serviceable and available for inspection at the bidder's business premises or central place.
• The live work team must be available during the site evaluation.
• All test certificates must be valid at this stage; expired certificates are not accepted.
• Annex B sets out the criteria.

Overall functionality weighting: 100%.

Bidders failing the minimum functionality threshold are disqualified from further evaluation.

Evaluation panel: led by Mapaseka Majoro (Live Work Manager), assisted by Officers Technical Support and Live Work Senior Supervisors, signed off by Kennith Groenewald (Specialized Maintenance & Support Manager).

Scope: live work maintenance and emergency repairs on the Eskom HV network (44kV to 132kV) and associated projects in the Northern Cape Operating Unit, on an "as and when required" basis.

Contract period: 36 months.

Panel: 4 to 5 contractors will be appointed.

Work includes, but is not limited to:

• Replacement of all types of insulators.
• Spray washing of insulators.
• Replacing cross arms and poles on 66–88kV lines.
• Stubbing damaged or rotten poles on 132kV 5-pole structures.
• Bonding of cross arms on 66–132kV H-poles and 5-poles.
• Making and breaking of jumpers.
• Repairing conductors at midspan and jumpers on 66–132kV.
• Installation or replacement of vibration dampers.
• Removal of bird nests.
• Installation or replacement of bird protectors (stick and bare hand).
• Installation of aircraft warning spheres.
• Stringing conductors over energised lines 44kV to 132kV using live work methods.
• Removing, re-stringing and joining damaged earth wire.
• Installation and replacement of stay wire.

Vehicle and equipment standards:

• All vehicles must be roadworthy and in good condition of service as per road regulations.
• Aerial devices used for live work must comply with standard 240-142701257 (Minimum Requirements to be Met for the Manufacturing of Live Work Insulating MEWPs).
• Tools and equipment must be available on site for inspection by Eskom representatives at the bidder's business premises or central place.
• The live work team must be available during the site evaluation.

Desktop evaluation (Annex A) requires documented proof of vehicle, administration and personnel capability.

Vehicles:

• Live work truck / aerial device: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph; electrical test certificate (boom, basket, liner, earth spike and foot plate); mechanical / load test certificates by a registered LMI; acoustic test certificate; oil test certificate; maximum height displayed; functional test (electrical interlock system) or monthly inspection report; emergency procedure display; voltage rating displayed; SWL displayed; certificate of fitness from the traffic department; two-metre clearance displayed.
• LDV x1: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph.
• Crane truck: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph; mechanical / load test certificates; certificate of fitness.
• Drill truck: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph; certificate of fitness.

Administration:

• Organogram showing CEO, PiC, PtP, crane operator and safety representatives, with a minimum of three PtPs and one PiC with a crane operator.
• Minutes of three regular safety meetings with staff.
• Certified ID copies for a minimum of nine employees.
• Certified driver's licences and PDPs for a minimum of three employees.
• Proof of intranet access for standards and procedures.

Personnel: each PiC and PtP must hold the required valid certificates and training, a completed live work logbook with one year of experience, and a minimum of three task observations per year.

Site evaluation (Annex B) requires all tools, equipment and PPE to be present, serviceable and available for inspection, with daily and three-monthly inspection sheets, unique serial or asset numbers, valid LMI test certificates, and three-monthly inspection of lifting tackles by a competent person.

Pricing: standardised rates for the three-year contract period, with escalation applied only in the second and third years.

Previous contract value (reference only): R30 000 000.00 over 36 months.

No bid security, performance guarantee percentage, retention or payment terms are stated in the document.

Desktop evaluation (Annex A) — minimum 90%:

Vehicles (40% weighting):

• Live work truck / aerial device: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph of the vehicle.
• Electrical test certificate (boom, basket, liner, earth spike and foot plate).
• Mechanical / load test certificates issued by a registered LMI.
• Acoustic test certificate.
• Oil test certificate.
• Maximum height displayed (photograph).
• Functional test (electrical interlock system) or monthly inspection report.
• Emergency procedure display (photograph).
• Voltage rating displayed (photograph).
• SWL displayed (photograph).
• Certificate of fitness from the traffic department.
• Two-metre clearance displayed (photograph).
• LDV x1: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph.
• Crane truck: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph; mechanical / load test certificates; certificate of fitness.
• Drill truck: registration documents or lease agreement in the company name, plus a photograph; certificate of fitness.

Administration (60% weighting):

• Organogram showing CEO, PiC, PtP, crane operator and safety representatives, with a minimum of three PtPs and one PiC with a crane operator.
• Minutes of three regular safety meetings with staff.
• Certified ID copies for a minimum of nine employees.
• Certified driver's licences and PDPs for a minimum of three employees.
• Proof of intranet access for standards and procedures.

Personnel prerequisites (PiC and up to eight PtPs):

• Previous authorisation for stick and barehand work.
• Valid medical fitness / fitness for duty certificate.
• First Aid 1 & 2 (US120496).
• Basic Fire Fighting (US12484).
• Supervision of People in Electrically Hazardous Locations (EL W001) — PiC only.
• Orhvs (hvo 04).
• MV Line Construction Training.
• Basic Rigging.
• Operate a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (OATO 04 / US243272).
• Safe Use of Working from Heights (US229998).
• Working from Heights Rescue (US229995).
• Understanding the Fundamentals of Electricity (L2C 01) — required if not a qualified electrician or technician.
• Equipotential Earthing (OL2 002).
• Pre-task Planning and Risk Assessment (PRE 2b).
• OHS Act awareness.
• Live Work Stick and Barehand Training.
• Environmental Awareness (HVA 01).
• Lifting Tackle Inspection (L4E 12, LMI approved).
• Chainsaw training (US117062) — PtP only.
• Eskom induction course (can be arranged).
• Select, Use and Care for Electrical Measuring Instruments (US10237) — required if not a qualified electrician or technician.
• Completed and signed live work logbook, including training, portfolio of evidence and one year of experience.
• Minimum of three task observations per year by an Eskom OTS or a competent delegated person.
• Previous live work declarations.
• Previous handouts.
• Latest live work standards and task manuals.
• Regular safety meeting minutes.
• Local live work minutes (LWTC, LW aerial device, PiC forum, local LW technical committee, engineering instructions).
• Local contractors forum attendance.

Crane operator (if not a live worker):

• Crane operator certificate.
• Basic Rigging (US12481).
• Medical fitness certificate.
• Risk Assessment Training / HIRA (PRE 002).
• Live Work Appreciation Course (if not a live worker).
• Equipment Earthing (OL2 002).

Note: a crane operator who is a live worker may not also serve as PiC or PtP.

Site evaluation (Annex B) — minimum 100%:

• All vehicles roadworthy and in good condition.
• No modifications to tools or equipment without LWTC approval.
• Suitable storage and transport facilities per standard 240-135663316.
• Only approved equipment may be used.
• All live work equipment in very good, serviceable condition.
• Daily and three-monthly inspection sheets available.
• Every item of equipment to carry a unique serial or asset number.
• SWL displayed on all appropriate tools; rated voltage displayed.
• All lifting machines mechanically tested and certified; serial and asset numbers must correspond with valid LMI test certificates.
• All lifting tackles inspected every three months by a competent person in terms of the OHS Act.
• Crane: certificate of fitness, mechanical / load test certificates, SWL displayed, punch mark on hook, serviceable safety latch, foot plate and earth spike, working-under-live-line notice displayed, six-monthly visual inspection by LMI.

Tools and equipment required per team (minimum quantities):

• Snatch pulley x4; come-along (4 ton) x2; compression yoke (live yoke) x1; nylon sling x4; hand line x1; plastic bucket for hand line x1; 2x3 pulley rope x2; pole tong 63mm x3; pole tong 38mm x3; universal stick x4; universal fittings; dead yoke x1; insulating cradle x1; strainer stick x2; ratchet wrench x2; tower saddle clamp x3; pole saddle clamp x3; robe snubbing bracket x2; nylon ratchet hoist (3 ton) x1; lever hoist x1; static shunt x1; spiral link stick x1; leakage current monitor x1; hot stick tester x1; strainer gauge x2; crip-all clamp stick x1; conductor cutter x1; tool rack stand x2; ground sheet x1.

Equipment required:

• Fire extinguisher (minimum 9kg) per vehicle x1; first aid kit (team size) per vehicle x1; wind speed meter x1; stick tester x1; infrared scanner x1; road cones x6; silicon and cotton cloth; toolbox with relevant tools x1; chain saw x1.

Personal protective equipment required per person:

• Conductive suit (1 pair); conductive boots (1 pair); conductive gloves and socks (1 pair); safety leather gloves (1 pair); safety helmet with chin strap type 1; safety boots (SABS approved, steel tip/cap, 1 pair); safety clothing 100% cotton (no short pants or short-sleeve shirts); PPE for chainsaw (set); safety sunglasses (1 pair); sun block; FAS and bag.

All vehicles must be roadworthy and in good condition of service as per road regulations.

Aerial devices used for live work must comply with standard 240-142701257 (Minimum Requirements to be Met for the Manufacturing of Live Work Insulating MEWPs).

Tools and equipment:

• No modifications to tools or equipment without LWTC approval.
• Suitable storage and transport facilities per standard 240-135663316.
• Only approved equipment may be used.
• All live work equipment must be in very good, serviceable condition.
• Daily and three-monthly inspection sheets must be available.
• Every item must carry a unique serial or asset number.
• SWL must be displayed on all appropriate tools, with rated voltage displayed.
• All lifting machines must be mechanically tested and certified; serial and asset numbers must correspond with valid LMI test certificates.
• All lifting tackles must be inspected every three months by a competent person in terms of the OHS Act.

Crane requirements: certificate of fitness, mechanical / load test certificates, SWL displayed, punch mark on hook, serviceable safety latch, foot plate and earth spike, working-under-live-line notice displayed, six-monthly visual inspection by LMI.

PPE required per person: conductive suit, conductive boots, conductive gloves and socks, safety leather gloves, safety helmet with chin strap type 1, SABS-approved safety boots with steel tip/cap, 100% cotton safety clothing (no short pants or short-sleeve shirts), PPE for chainsaw, safety sunglasses, sun block, FAS and bag.

Equipment required: fire extinguisher (minimum 9kg) per vehicle, first aid kit (team size) per vehicle, wind speed meter, stick tester, infrared scanner, road cones x6, silicon and cotton cloth, toolbox with relevant tools, chain saw.

Contract period: 36 months.

Panel appointment: 4 to 5 contractors.

Pricing: standardised rates for the three-year term, escalated only in the second and third years.

Continuity rationale: maintenance is continuous and scheduled throughout the year, and weather and other external factors cause deferment, so resources must be available at all times; once-off RFQs are unsuitable because the transactions are continuous.

Previous contract: number 4600067123, 1 February 2020 to 31 January 2023, 36 months, value R30 000 000.00.

No termination, penalty or liquidated damages provisions are stated in the document.

Evaluation is in two stages: Desktop Evaluation and Site Evaluation.

Desktop Evaluation:

• Conducted by Eskom evaluating representatives, starting when submissions are opened.
• Mandatory / gatekeeper criteria are checked first; only compliant submissions proceed.
• Minimum qualifying score: 90%.
• Scoring: one point per item, converted to a percentage.
• Criteria are set out in Annex A.
• Test certificates need not be valid at this stage; expired or previous certificates are accepted.

Site Evaluation (functionality):

• Minimum qualifying score: 100%.
• Criteria are set out in Annex B.
• Test certificates must be valid at this stage.

Overall functionality weighting: 100%.

Bidders failing the minimum functionality threshold are disqualified from further evaluation.

Evaluation panel: led by Mapaseka Majoro (Live Work Manager), assisted by Officers Technical Support and Live Work Senior Supervisors, signed off by Kennith Groenewald (Specialized Maintenance & Support Manager).

Maintenance and emergency repairs of live work on the high-voltage network (44kV to 132kV) and associated projects in the Northern Cape Operating Unit, delivered on an as and when required basis over 36 months.

Returnable document

• Annexure C 1: Environmental Document 240 Rev 3 (Identifier 77471651) must be completed and submitted with the bid.
• The document must contain all 14 listed environmental deliverables; each is scored separately.
• Omitting the document, or submitting it without meeting the minimum content requirements, scores 0 for the environmental section.

Environmental evaluation (Part B)

• Each of the 14 environmental KPIs is scored 0 or 1.
• Score 1: the required document is submitted and its content meets the minimum requirements.
• Score 0: the document is not submitted, or is submitted but does not meet the minimum requirements.
• Part B score is the total points obtained across the 14 KPIs.
• Outcome is recorded as Approved or Not Approved.

Scope

• Maintenance and emergency repairs of live work on the high-voltage network, 44kV to 132kV, and associated projects.
• Location: Northern Cape Operating Unit.
• Basis: as and when required.
• Contract period: 36 months.

Environmental Management Plan method statements required for:

• Vegetation management
• Water management
• Access control
• Dust and noise control
• Environmental human resources
• Environmental training
• Incident management and reporting
• Landowner liaison
• Compliance obligations (legal and other requirements linked to the scope of work)
• Wildlife interaction on site (snakes and bees)
• Operational activities
• Rehabilitation work
• Ablution facilities on site
• Handling, storage and management of hazardous chemical agents

Environmental aspects and impacts register

• Must be specific to the project scope of work.
• Must include the rating methodology used to assess the aspects and impacts.

Non-conformances, corrective and preventative action

• A documented procedure for non-conformances, corrective action and preventative action must be provided.
• A non-conformance form or template must accompany the procedure.

Environmental compliance deliverables (each scored 0 or 1)

• Signed company environmental policy committing to pollution prevention, continual improvement and compliance with environmental legislation.
• Signed company organogram showing an Environmental Responsible Person.
• Valid environmental appointment letter setting out roles and responsibilities, accepted by the appointed person.
• Communication plan or strategy covering environmental topics and events shared with employees.
• Environmental incidents register, including an incident reporting template.
• Environmental aspects and impacts register specific to the project scope, including the rating methodology.
• Environmental objectives and action plan addressing targeted objectives, linked to the significant aspects identified in the aspects register.
• Environmental emergency plan covering emergency events, contact details and an emergency drill form.
• Procedure or plan for evaluation of compliance, monitoring and measurement.
• Non-conformance, corrective and preventative action procedure, including a non-conformance form or template.
• Environmental Management Plan with method statements for the listed elements.
• Waste Management Plan covering handling procedure (storage, transport and disposal), waste register, separation, minimisation, hazardous waste handling and disposal, COVID-19 related waste, records of waste quantities disposed, and legal compliance obligations.
• Certified Environmental Law Certificate.
• Training schedule and training matrix showing resources trained and planned environmental training dates.

Emergency preparedness and incident reporting

• An environmental emergency plan is required, covering emergency events, contact details and an emergency drill form.
• Incidents must be managed and reported under the Environmental Management Plan method statement for incident management and reporting.

Annexure C 1 environmental deliverables and scoring

• Required documents: environmental policy, organogram with an Environmental Responsible Person, environmental appointment letter, communication plan or strategy, incidents register, aspects and impacts register with rating methodology, objectives and action plan linked to significant aspects, emergency plan, compliance monitoring and measurement procedure, non-conformance and corrective action procedure, Environmental Management Plan with method statements, Waste Management Plan, Certified Environmental Law Certificate, and training schedule and matrix.
• Waste Management Plan must cover handling procedures, waste register, separation, minimisation, hazardous waste, COVID-19 related waste, quantity records and legal compliance obligations.
• Scoring: 0 where a document is not submitted or does not meet the minimum requirements; 1 where it is submitted and meets the minimum requirements.

Part B environmental score

• Total points obtained across the 14 environmental KPIs.
• Each KPI scores 1 only where the document is submitted and meets the minimum requirements; otherwise 0.
• Result recorded as Approved or Not Approved.

Eskom requires provision of maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV & 132kV). The contract may be awarded per zone (Kimberley and Upington) or to a single tenderer for both zones if only one acceptable tender is received and the tenderer passes SHEQ and financial capability.

Closing date: 06 November 2026 at 10h00

Clarification meeting: 21 October 2026 at 10h00 (non-compulsory, via MS Teams)

Clarification queries deadline: 30 October 2026 at 16h00

Tender validity period: 84 days from closing date

Non-compulsory clarification meeting: 21 October 2026 at 10h00 via MS Teams. Tenderers must confirm intention to attend with the Eskom Representative, stating name, position and contact details of each proposed attendee.

Eskom Representative (all queries and clarifications):

• Name: Tisetso Mokoena
• Telephone: 013 296 3029
• Email: [email protected]

Fraud and corruption reporting:

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

Submission portal: https://etendering.eskom.co.za

Submission method: electronic only via the Eskom E-tendering site at https://etendering.eskom.co.za. No hard copies accepted. Upload documents under the folders Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other. All documents must be in PDF format; the price list must be in PDF and a copy in Excel format. No zip or compressed files. Each document upload limited to 500 MB; total submission limited to 4 GB. If resubmitting, only the latest version is accepted; earlier versions become null and void. Ensure the submission status is marked complete. Late tenders are not accepted.

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

• Annexure A (Authorisation Form): confirms the signatory is authorised to bind the bidder; attach the relevant resolution or power of attorney.
• Annexure B (Acknowledgement Form): acknowledges receipt and understanding of the tender documents.
• Annexure C (Tenderer's Particulars): provides bidder details.
• Annexure D (Integrity Declaration Form): declares adherence to the Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.
• Annexure H (SBD 1 – Invitation to Bid): completed and submitted by all tenderers.
• Annexure J (SBD 4 – Bidders Disclosure): discloses any interest or connection with Eskom or state employees.
• Annexure I (SBD 6.1 – Preference Points Claim Form): claims B-BBEE points under PPPFA 2022 regulations.
• Tax Evaluation Questionnaire: to determine if the entity is a personal service provider for PAYE (services contracts).
• Tax clearance: certified copy required if not providing a SARS e-filing PIN or CSD number.
• Employment Equity Act compliance: proof of submission of EE report if a designated employer (South African tenderers).
• CIDB proof of grading: valid proof of Grade 5EP or higher, or proof of application within 21 working days.
• NEC or other Contract: completed.
• Pricing schedule: completed, in PDF format.

Disqualification risks:

• Any mandatory returnable missing, incomplete, or unsigned at closing.
• Tender submitted after the closing time.
• Tender signed by a non-authorised person.
• Submitting more than one tender (unless as a JV with joint and several liability).
• Conflict of interest with other tenderers or Eskom.
• Being on the National Treasury restricted list, Tender Defaulters list, or restricted by Eskom.
• Sub-contracting 100% of the scope of work.

Evaluation stages:

1. Eligibility and basic compliance – must meet all eligibility criteria and basic compliance requirements.
2. Functionality evaluation – minimum threshold 85%. Tenderers below this are disqualified.
3. Site evaluation – must achieve 100% compliance. One re-evaluation opportunity; failure results in non-responsive.
4. Price evaluation – prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, and compared on Net Present Value. Unconditional discounts considered; conditional discounts applied at payment.
5. Specific goals (B-BBEE) – scored out of 20 points (80/20 system) or 10 points (90/10 system). Points table: Level 1 = 10/20, Level 2 = 9/18, Level 3 = 6/14, Level 4 = 5/12, Level 5 = 4/8, Level 6 = 3/6, Level 7 = 2/4, Level 8 = 1/2, Non-compliant = 0.
6. Ranking – total of price and specific goals scores; ties broken by highest B-BBEE points, then drawing of lots.

Note: The document does not specify whether the 80/20 or 90/10 system applies; both are referenced. The contract may be awarded per zone (Kimberley and Upington) or to a single tenderer for both zones if only one acceptable tender is received and the tenderer passes SHEQ and financial capability.

Scope: Provision of maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV & 132kV).

Contract may be awarded per zone:

• Kimberley Zone
• Upington Zone

Single acceptable tender: if only one acceptable tender is received, it may be awarded for both zones, provided the tenderer passes SHEQ evaluation and is financially capable.

Contract conditions: NEC3 Engineering & Construction Contract (ECC).

No alternative tenders allowed.

No performance security required.

Method statements are required as part of the Environmental Management Plan, covering the project scope of work. The Environmental Aspects and Impacts Register must include a rating methodology.

Quality Management System requirements: ISO 9001, Form A, Contract Quality Plan (Ref 240-105658000 and 240-109253698), Evidence of QMS in operation (Tender Quality Requirements – Ref 240-105658000).

Pricing Schedule/BOQ: to be submitted in PDF and a copy in Excel format. Upload size per document limited to 500 MB; total submission limited to 4 GB. Prices will not be read out.

Pricing format: Pricing Schedule/BOQ to be submitted in PDF and Excel format. Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, and compared on Net Present Value.

Payment terms:

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

Financial viability: submission of financial statements is a contractual requirement for CIDB-related transactions from R30,000 excluding VAT.

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

Mandatory:

• CSD registration (CSD number/CSD report).
• CIDB grading: Grade 5EP or higher (EP class of works). If not available at closing, 21 working days to provide proof of application and registration.
• Tax clearance: certified copy required if not providing SARS e-filing PIN or CSD number.
• COIDA: original certificate of good standing or proof of application (South African tenderers).
• Quality Management System: ISO 9001, Form A, Contract Quality Plan (Ref 240-105658000 and 240-109253698), evidence of QMS in operation.
• High Risk OHS/SHE Specification (Annexures 1, 2, 3).
• Environmental: ISO 14001:2004, signed environmental policy, organogram with environmental responsible person, environmental appointment letter, communication plan, incidents register, aspects and impacts register, non-conformances register, environmental management plan, waste management plan, environmental law certificate, training schedule.
• Financial statements: latest approved annual financial statements (not drafts), including director's report, auditor's/reviewer's report, statement of financial position, comprehensive income, changes in equity, cash flows, notes, public interest score (if applicable), ITA34C for current and previous years.

B-BBEE: proof of B-BBEE status level required to claim specific goals points. Acceptable evidence: B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit (as per B-BBEE Codes), or other prescribed requirement.

Safety: COIDA – original certificate of good standing or proof of application from Compensation Fund or licensed insurer (South African tenderers). High Risk OHS/SHE Specification (Annexures 1, 2, 3).

Contract conditions: NEC3 Engineering & Construction Contract (ECC).

Eskom payment terms: 30 days for contracts below R50 million (incl. VAT); 60 days for contracts above R50 million (incl. VAT).

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

Main contractors are discouraged from subcontracting with subsidiaries; if doing so, must be declared.

Eskom may award the contract to more than one tenderer, one per zone (Kimberley and Upington).

If only one acceptable tender is received, it may be awarded for both zones, provided the tenderer passes SHEQ evaluation and is financially capable.

Contractual requirements (assessed after evaluation and ranking):

• Mandatory CSD registration.
• SHEQ requirements.
• Financial viability (financial statements) for CIDB-related transactions from R30,000 excluding VAT.

Failure to meet contractual requirements by stipulated deadlines may result in non-responsive and ineligible for award.

Eskom payment terms: 30 days for contracts below R50 million (incl. VAT); 60 days for contracts above R50 million (incl. VAT).

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

Main contractors discouraged from subcontracting with subsidiaries; must declare if doing so.

Eligibility criteria:

• Must not be under restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• Must not have nationality of a country on international sanctions list.
• Must not submit more than one tender (unless as JV with joint and several liability).
• Must not have a conflict of interest.
• Tender must be signed by an authorised person.
• Must not be restricted by National Treasury or on Tender Defaulters list.
• Must not be restricted by Eskom.
• Must not sub-contract 100% of the scope of work.

Basic compliance:

• Meet eligibility criteria.
• Electronic copy in PDF format uploaded on Eskom Tender Bulletin.
• Valid proof of CIDB Grade 5EP or higher (or 21 days to provide proof of application).
• Submit complete tender with commercial, financial and technical information.
• Submit mandatory commercial tender returnables.

CIDB requirements:

• Tenderers must have CIDB contractor grading of 5EP or higher.
• JVs eligible if every member registered with CIDB, lead partner has grading 4EP or higher, and combined grading meets requirements.
• Tenderers must be registered with CIDB or capable of being registered within 21 working days from closing date.

Functionality evaluation: minimum threshold 85%. Tenderers below this are disqualified.

Site evaluation: must achieve 100% compliance; one re-evaluation opportunity; failure results in non-responsive.

Price evaluation: inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, NPV comparison, unconditional discounts considered. Prices scored out of 80 or 90 points.

Specific goals (B-BBEE): scored out of 20 or 10 points. Points table: Level 1 = 10/20, Level 2 = 9/18, Level 3 = 6/14, Level 4 = 5/12, Level 5 = 4/8, Level 6 = 3/6, Level 7 = 2/4, Level 8 = 1/2, Non-compliant = 0.

Ranking: add price and specific goals scores; ties broken by highest B-BBEE points, then drawing of lots.

Reverse e-auction not applicable.

The document is a SHE specification for live work sub-transmission maintenance and emergency repairs on the HV network (44kV and 132kV) in the Gemma Cluster, Northern Cape. It sets out the minimum safety, health, environmental and quality requirements that the contractor must meet for the duration of the contract. The contractor remains accountable for the health and safety of its employees and any appointed contractors. The specification is not all-encompassing and does not supersede organisational SHE requirements.

Closing date: 6 November 2026 at 10:00.

No briefing session or site visit is stated in the document.

Returnable documents:

• Completed and signed SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid) as the offer cover page.
• SBD 3.1 (Pricing Schedule) – firm prices.
• SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) – disclose any director/shareholder employed by the state or connected to Eskom.
• SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) – claim B-BBEE points under the PPPFA.
• SBD 8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past Supply Chain Management Practices).
• SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination) – certify no collusion.
• Authority to Sign / Board Resolution – authorise the signatory.
• Proof of CSD registration and valid SARS tax clearance (tax pin).
• Valid COID Letter of Good Standing (certified copy).
• SHE plan and health and safety file.
• Completed OHS tender evaluation template (Annexure 12).

Submission method: Not stated in the document. Closing time: 10:00 on 6 November 2026.

Evaluation will include an OHS tender evaluation (Annexure 12) and site-specific evaluation (Annexure 4). The document does not state the scoring split, minimum qualifying score, or preference point system (80/20 or 90/10).

Scope of work – live work sub-transmission maintenance and emergency repairs on the HV network (44kV and 132kV) in the Gemma Cluster, Northern Cape. Work includes, but is not limited to:

• Replacement of all types of insulators.
• Spray washing of insulators.
• Replacing cross arms and poles on 66–88kV lines.
• Stubbing damaged/rotten poles on 132kV 5-pole structures.
• Bonding of cross arms on 66–132kV H-poles and 5-pole structures.
• Making and breaking of jumpers.
• Repairing conductors at midspan and jumpers (66–132kV).
• Installation or replacement of vibration dampers.
• Removal of bird nests.
• Installation/replacement of bird protectors (stick and bare hand).
• Installation of aircraft warning spheres.
• Stringing conductors over energised lines (44kV to 132kV) using live work methods.
• Removing, re-stringing and joining damaged earth wire.
• Installation and replacement of stay wire.

The contractor must comply with the OHS Act and Eskom procedures. Ladders and scaffolding must be inspected by a competent person before each use, with inspection checklists filed in the site SHE file. Scaffolding use must conform to Construction Regulation 14, Eskom procedure 32-418, and General Safety Regulation 6. The contractor must notify the provincial director of the Department of Employment and Labour for construction work if required.

The document does not provide a pricing schedule or bill of quantities. Bidders must include detailed provision for the cost of safety and health measures in their pricing.

The document does not state pricing format, bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention, payment terms, or financial capacity thresholds. Bidders must make detailed provision for the cost of safety and health measures throughout the project.

Mandatory compliance:

• Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Valid SARS tax clearance (tax pin).
• Valid COID Letter of Good Standing (certified copy) – must reflect the contractor's company name.
• Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, including a Section 37(2) agreement.
• Appointment of a full-time safety officer registered with SACPCMP.
• Compliance with Eskom Life-saving Rules and substance abuse policy.
• Medical surveillance programme for employees, including pre-employment, periodic and exit medicals.
• Provision of risk-based PPE.
• Notification to the provincial director of the Department of Employment and Labour if required under Construction Regulation 4.
• No work may commence without the appointed supervisor or manager present.
• Daily pre-task risk assessments and toolbox talks.
• Health and safety committee meetings.
• Monthly audits/inspections.
• Incident reporting and investigation.
• Respect for landowner rights and adherence to environmental management plans.
• No alcohol or intoxicating substances on site.

Comprehensive SHE requirements apply, including:

• Compliance with the OHS Act, Construction Regulations, and Eskom SHE specifications.
• Appointment of a full-time safety officer registered with SACPCMP.
• Compilation of a SHE file for each work site, handed over to the Eskom project manager on completion.
• Risk assessments (baseline, daily, pre-task) conducted by competent persons.
• Safe work procedures and method statements.
• Toolbox talks and pre-job meetings.
• Health and safety committees and representatives.
• Induction training for all employees and visitors.
• Medical surveillance (pre-employment, periodic, exit) by a registered occupational health practitioner.
• Provision and use of risk-based PPE.
• Compliance with Eskom Life-saving Rules.
• Substance abuse programme and prohibition of alcohol/intoxicants on site.
• Incident reporting and investigation.
• Work stoppage if unsafe or non-compliant.
• Monthly audits and inspections.
• Emergency management and first aid equipment.
• Fire equipment and flammable liquid management.
• Working at heights procedures.
• Housekeeping and order on site.
• No work without the appointed supervisor or manager present.

The contractor must comply with environmental legislation and Eskom's environmental requirements. An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) must be adhered to where in place. The contractor has a duty of care to prevent pollution or degradation and must minimise and rectify any environmental harm. Minimal damage to the environment is required, and rehabilitation must be done where required by law.

The document references an OHS tender evaluation template (Annexure 12) and a site-specific evaluation template (Annexure 4). No further evaluation criteria are stated.

The tender covers maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV & 132kV). The BOQ lists items for preliminary and general costs, digging holes, pole work, stringing, miscellaneous repairs, transport, and material supply.

Contact: Liliso Mabongo

Role: Officer Quantity Surveyor

Telephone: 27 240-1700011

Returnable documents: the completed and signed Bill of Quantities (BOQ) must be submitted. No other returnable forms are specified in the document.

No evaluation criteria are stated in the document. Bidders must comply with Eskom's standard procurement requirements, including completing the BOQ and submitting the signed document.

Scope: Provision of maintenance and emergency repairs of live works on the HV network (44kV & 132kV).

Work items include:

• Preliminary & General: site establishment, overheads (3% of labour cost), safety allowance (5% of labour cost), sleeping out allowance (90 person-days), labour for emergencies (PTP, PIC, callout).
• Digging holes for poles or stays: soft soil, hard (auger drill, requires PC approval), rock drill, jack hammer hole (requires site instruction), compressor complete/day (requires site instruction).
• Wooden/concrete/steel poles: pole top inspection, pole replacements (various configurations: staggered, delta, H-poles, 5-pole), each with quantities.
• Stringing: stringing of HV bare conductor per phase (1200 m).
• Miscellaneous items: insulators, cross arms, isolator assemblies, conductor repairs, vibration dampers, bird protectors, bonding, arching horns, stay wires, midspan joints, split pins, sagging repairs, stringing over energized lines, construction of closing span, stubbing poles, spray washing, making/breaking jumpers, bird nest removal, aircraft warning spheres, earth wire work, outage cancellation.
• Transport: various vehicles (construction regulation, LDV, trucks 5-8 ton, 9-14 ton, with/without crane, live line truck) with quantities.
• Supply of material: actual cost plus 5% handling fee when not available in store.

No specific quality management requirements are stated. The BOQ includes pole top inspections and various repair/replacement items, but no formal QA/QC standards are mentioned.

Pricing format: Bill of Quantities (BOQ) with rates and amounts to be completed.

VAT: 15% to be added.

No bid security, guarantees, retention, or payment terms are stated.

No specific compliance requirements (CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, etc.) are stated in the document.

Safety allowance for project including contract specific risk assessment is 5% of labour cost. Sleeping out allowance is provided for distances exceeding 100km return trip. No other OHS requirements are stated.