Provisioning of a tactical response team at matla power station for 36 months

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The document is a user manual for the Eskom eTendering system, explaining how suppliers register, log in, and submit tender documents electronically. It does not contain details of the tactical response team tender.

Closing date and time: 30 October 2026 at 10:00 (from tender record). No other dates are stated in the document.

For system problems, contact the buyer responsible for the published tender. No specific contact details are provided in the document.

Submission is electronic only, via the Eskom eTendering system at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za. Bidders must register on the system and verify their email address before first login. A CSD number is required to access the system. Upload documents under the correct category (Technical, Commercial, Finance, etc.). Each file must not exceed 50MB; total upload size must not exceed 900MB. After uploading all documents, click 'Finalize Submission' and then 'Finalise and Close Submission' to complete the bid. A confirmation email with a submission ID will be sent; keep it for future enquiries. No physical submission is required.

No evaluation criteria are stated in the provided document. Bidders must have a valid CSD number to access the eTendering system.

The document is a user manual for the Eskom eTendering system, not the tender specification. No technical specifications for the tactical response team are provided.

A valid CSD number is required to access the eTendering system and submit a bid.

Returnable documents:

• E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form (mandatory): must be fully completed and submitted to Eskom within the prescribed period. Failure to do so renders the bidder non-responsive and disqualified.

Submission method: via Eskom's e-Tendering Solution.

Mandatory returnable: E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form. Must be fully completed and submitted to Eskom within the prescribed period, otherwise the bidder is declared non-responsive and disqualified.

Submission of the fully completed E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form within the prescribed period is mandatory. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the procurement process.

No specific requirements found

Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 08:00.

No tender-specific submission instructions available. The returnable documents list is empty.

The department requires the provisioning of a tactical response team at Matla Power Station for a period of 3 years (36 months). Scope covers security and investigation activities.

Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 10:00 SAST

The provider must sign the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before receiving any confidential information. The provider must have the legal authority to enter into the agreement. No other eligibility criteria are stated in the provided document.

The NDA is a standard confidentiality agreement between Eskom and the supplier/tenderer. Key obligations include:

• Confidential Information must be kept secret and used only for the stated project.
• The receiving party may share information only with its representatives on a need-to-know basis, who must also agree to confidentiality.
• The receiving party must indemnify Eskom against losses from unauthorised use or disclosure.
• On request, the receiving party must return or destroy all confidential material within 7 business days.
• The agreement lasts for 3 years after the end of the relationship.
• Breach must be remedied within 7 business days of written notice, otherwise Eskom may seek legal remedies including urgent proceedings and damages.
• The agreement is governed by South African law.

Returnable documents: the completed and signed Supplier Declaration of Interest form must be submitted with the bid. The form must be completed under oath; false declarations may lead to action by Eskom against the supplier or the signatory.

The Supplier Declaration of Interest form is a mandatory returnable. Eskom employees and directors may not financially benefit from the procurement through private work with the supplier. The form requires disclosure of any conflicts of interest, including employment by Eskom, close family or associate relationships with Eskom employees/directors, business courtesies exchanged in the last 12 months, and other services rendered to Eskom entities if the supplier is a consultant.

The Supplier Declaration of Interest form must be completed and signed under oath. It requires the supplier's registered legal name and company registration number, and the signatory's full name and capacity (e.g., member, director, partner). The form must be submitted as a returnable with the bid.

Eskom is committed to preventing work-related injuries and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with industry standards and legislative requirements. The Life-Saving Rules are safety rules that enforce zero tolerance for serious at-risk behaviours with high probability of causing disabilities or fatalities. These rules apply to all Eskom employees, agents, consultants, and contractors at all locations.

Bidders must be registered contractors acceptable to Eskom, as all contractors are bound by the Life-Saving Rules. No specific pre-qualification criteria (e.g., CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB) are stated in the available document; only compliance with Eskom's safety regulations and Life-Saving Rules is explicitly required.

Eskom requires all contractors to adhere to its Life-Saving Rules, which enforce zero tolerance for serious at-risk behaviours that could cause disabilities or fatalities. The rules apply at all Eskom sites and to all employees, agents, consultants, and contractors. Visitors must also respect and adhere to these rules and may be instructed to leave the premises immediately if they refuse.

Life-Saving Rules:

• Rule 1: Open, isolate, test, earth, bond, and/or insulate before touch.
• Rule 2: Hook up at heights.
• Rule 3: Buckle up.
• Rule 4: Be sober.
• Rule 5: Ensure that you have a permit to work.

Violations are treated as serious misconduct and result in disciplinary action. Contractors must remove employees who violate rules and initiate disciplinary processes within five working days.

Contractors must comply with Eskom's Life-Saving Rules and related safety standards, including ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and the Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Policy. No other specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB) are stated in the available document.

Eskom Life-Saving Rules: Rule 1: Open, isolate, test, earth, bond, and/or insulate before touch. Rule 2: Hook up at heights. Rule 3: Buckle up. Rule 4: Be sober. Rule 5: Ensure that you have a permit to work. These rules enforce zero tolerance for serious at-risk behaviours that could cause disabilities or fatalities. Violations are treated as serious misconduct and result in disciplinary action. Contractors must remove employees who violate rules and initiate disciplinary processes within five working days.

Provisioning of a tactical response team at Matla Power Station for a period of 3 years (36 months). This is a re-issue of the tender.

Compulsory site visit and/or clarification meeting as stipulated in the Tender Data. Attendance is mandatory; failure results in disqualification. Details are in the Tender Data.

Enquiries: address all written queries to the Eskom Representative only. Contact details are in the Tender Data.

Submission address: as stated in the Tender Data (tender box or e-tendering portal).

Submission method: paper or e-tendering as specified in the Tender Data.

• Paper: submit one complete original and one complete copy, each in separate sealed packages marked "ORIGINAL" and "COPY", then sealed together in an outer package marked "Confidential".
• Each package must show the Eskom address, Invitation to Tender number, tenderer's name and physical address, email address, and contact telephone number of the authorised signatory.
• E-tendering: upload and finalise via the Eskom Tender Bulletin site on the Eskom E-tendering page. No paper deposit allowed for e-tendering.
• Tenders must be in English, completed in ink, and signed. The signatory is held liable.
• Late tenders are not accepted. Proof of posting or courier delivery is not proof of delivery.
• Returnable forms: complete and submit all mandatory returnables by closing date/time. These include the Acknowledgement Form, SBD/MBD forms as listed in the Invitation to Tender, and any certificates or registrations required.
• Disqualification risks: missing original or copy, unsigned tender, incomplete returnables, 100% sub-contracting, failure to attend compulsory briefing, or misrepresentation.

Evaluation stages:

1. Basic compliance: must submit original and copy (paper) or upload (e-tendering).
2. Mandatory returnables: all required documents must be present by closing.
3. Pre-qualification criteria (if stipulated): must be met; no double counting.
4. Functionality (if applicable): scored against criteria; must meet minimum threshold in Tender Data to proceed.
5. Financial analysis: Eskom assesses financial risk; if risk too high or no mitigating factors, tenderer not considered.
6. Price evaluation: per Tender Data, considering CPA, FOREX, commodity exposure, discounts, technical adjustment, PV, forecasted rates.
7. B-BBEE and Specific Goals: scored under 90/10 or 80/20 system. If proof not provided or invalid, score zero but not disqualified if otherwise responsive.
8. Ranking: price + specific goals, highest to lowest.

• Arithmetical errors: amount in words prevails. Specific correction rules apply; tenderer must confirm or accept corrections or tender is rejected.
• Objective criteria may be used only per PPPFA section 2(1)(f), not functionality or B-BBEE elements.
• Reverse e-auction may be used; if so, tender must exclude prices.

Scope: Provisioning of a tactical response team at Matla Power Station for 36 months.

• The service involves security and investigation activities.
• Full scope, quantities, and locations are detailed in the Invitation to Tender documents and Tender Data.
• Tenderers must not sub-contract 100% of the scope; such tenders are disqualified.

Tenderers must provide proof of safety, health, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) systems, policies, and capabilities at closing and/or contract award. All SHEQ costs and personnel must be included in the tender.

Pricing must include all duties, taxes (including VAT), and levies. Prices are fixed for contract duration unless otherwise provided. State rates and prices in South African Rand. Arithmetical errors are corrected per Eskom rules; amount in words prevails. If reverse e-auction is used, tender must exclude prices.

Pricing:

• Include all duties, taxes (including VAT), and levies in rates and total price.
• Prices fixed for contract duration unless otherwise provided in the Invitation to Tender.
• State rates and prices in South African Rand unless instructed otherwise.
• No compensation for tender preparation costs.
• If security for performance is required, indicate at least two financial institutions you may approach; Eskom may reject unsuitable institutions.
• Insurance: Eskom's cover may be insufficient; seek qualified advice.

Eligibility:

• Must comply with eligibility criteria in Tender Data; not under restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• 100% sub-contracting not permitted.

Registrations and compliance:

• CSD registration and valid tax compliance status required.
• B-BBEE: provide certificate/affidavit/CSD report as required. If pre-qualification, proof at closing; otherwise score zero under PPPFA.
• CIDB: if stipulated, must be registered at closing or capable within 21 working days; proof mandatory at closing, actual printout by contract award.
• SHEQ: provide proof of safety, health, environmental, and quality systems at closing and/or contract award; costs included in tender.
• Comply with NT Instruction Notes, PPPFA Regulations, B-BBEE Codes, COIDA, OHS Act, and Eskom SHEQ requirements.
• SDL&I Undertaking must be completed and submitted by contract award.
• Designated materials and thresholds information due by contract award.
• Contract Skills Development Goals (CSDG) and Contract Participation Goals (CPG) apply as per CIDB standards for qualifying contracts.

Comply with OHS Act and Eskom SHEQ requirements. Provide proof of SHEQ systems at closing and/or contract award. All costs and personnel for SHEQ must be reflected in the tender.

Contract terms are governed by Eskom's Standard Conditions of Tender and the selected conditions of contract. Eskom may cancel the tender before contract conclusion, negotiate with selected tenderers, and is not liable for tender participation costs. Tender validity must be maintained; extension may be requested. Confidentiality of tender process is required. The successful tenderer must sign the Form of Agreement.

General requirements: comply with eligibility criteria, no 100% sub-contracting, submit complete original and copy, sign tender, maintain validity, treat information as confidential, obtain latest specifications, attend compulsory site visit, include all taxes in prices, no alterations without initialling, alternative tenders only if permitted, provide clarification as required, sign contract, provide proof of authority if agent, comply with legislation, provide SHEQ proof, CIDB registration if applicable, achieve CSDG/CPG, submit SDL&I Undertaking, provide cataloguing info if required, indicate financial institutions for security, and accept Eskom's rights to reject or cancel.

Additional evaluation criteria: basic compliance, mandatory returnables, pre-qualification criteria, functionality (if applicable), financial analysis, price evaluation, B-BBEE and Specific Goals scoring, ranking, objective criteria, and reverse e-auction as described in the main evaluation section.

No dates are stated in the document. The closing date is in the tender record: 30 October 2026 at 10:00.

Service Manager:

• Name: Mosotho Phaahla
• Organisation: Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, Matla Power Station
• Address: Private Bag (no further details)
• Telephone: 017 612 6746
• Fax: 017 612 6312
• Email: [email protected]

Employer's registered office:

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Megawatt Park

Maxwell Drive

Sandton

Johannesburg

Returnable documents:

• C1.1 Form of Offer and Acceptance: signed offer and acceptance of contract terms; includes Schedule of Deviations.
• C1.2b Contract Data Part 2: completed by the contractor with company details, fee percentages, key people, price list, and tendered total.
• C1.3 Proforma Guarantees: parent company guarantee, performance bond, and ASGI-SA guarantee as applicable.
• CIDB registration number must be stated on the offer form.
• All documents must be completed, signed, and submitted before the closing time.
• Submission method and address are not stated in the document.

No evaluation criteria are stated in the document. The document is a contract template (NEC3 TSC3) and does not describe the evaluation process, scoring, or preference point system.

Scope: Provisioning of a tactical response team at Matla Power Station for a period of 3 years (36 months).

• The service is to be provided at Matla Power Station (the Affected Property).
• The service period is 3 years after the start date.
• The contract is a NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC3).
• The contractor must provide a first plan for acceptance within 1 week of the contract date.
• The contractor must prepare forecasts of the total of the Prices (or Defined Cost) at intervals no longer than 2 weeks.
• Key people must be identified with qualifications and experience; CVs must be submitted.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations.
• The contractor may be appointed as Principal Contractor under the Construction Regulations 2014.
• Asbestos management: the employer ensures ambient air conforms to prescribed standards; the contractor may stop work if asbestos is identified; removal/disposal is done by a registered asbestos contractor at the employer's expense.

Key personnel:

• The contractor must identify key people in Contract Data Part 2, including name, job, responsibilities, qualifications, and experience.
• CVs for key people must be submitted.
• No specific experience or qualification thresholds are stated in the document.

Pricing data:

• Part C2: Pricing Data includes pricing assumptions (Option A) and the price list.
• The contractor must complete the price list and state the tendered total of the Prices (or first forecast of Defined Cost plus Fee) exclusive of VAT.
• VAT at 15% is added to the total.
• The contract may be a priced contract with price list (Option A), target contract with price list (Option C), or cost reimbursable contract (Option E) – the specific option is not stated in the document.

Pricing:

• The contract is a priced contract with price list (Option A), target contract with price list (Option C), or cost reimbursable contract (Option E) – the specific option is not stated in the document.
• The offered total of the Prices (or first forecast of Defined Cost plus Fee) must be stated exclusive of VAT; VAT at 15% is added.
• The price list is in Part C2: Pricing Data.

Payment terms:

• Assessment interval: between the 25th day of each successive month.
• Payment period: 4 weeks.
• Interest rate: publicly quoted prime rate of Standard Bank (for Rands) or LIBOR (for other currencies).
• The contractor must provide a tax invoice within one week of receiving a payment certificate; failure delays payment.
• The employer's VAT number (4740101508) must be included on each invoice.

Securities and guarantees:

• Performance bond (Option X13) and parent company guarantee (Option X4) are included as secondary options.
• ASGI-SA guarantee may be required.
• Proforma documents for these guarantees are provided in Part C1.3.

Liability:

• The contractor's liability for indirect or consequential loss is limited to R0.00 (zero Rand).
• The contractor's total liability is limited to the total of the Prices, except for certain excluded matters (e.g., defects due to design, death/injury, IP infringement).
• The employer's liability for indirect or consequential loss is also limited to R0.00.

Compliance requirements:

• CIDB registration number must be stated on the offer form.
• B-BBEE status: the contractor must notify the employer within 7 days of any change in B-BBEE status; an updated verification certificate must be submitted within 30 days. A decrease in B-BBEE status may lead to renegotiation or termination.
• Tax compliance: the contractor must provide a tax invoice with the employer's VAT number; tax clearance is implied but not explicitly stated.
• CSD registration is not explicitly stated in the document.
• Joint ventures: members are jointly and severally liable; the key person with authority to bind must be notified within 2 weeks of the contract date; composition cannot be altered without written consent.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable laws, including health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• The contractor must not take any prohibited actions (coercive, collusive, corrupt, fraudulent, obstructive) – ethics clause.
• Insurance: the contractor must provide insurances as per Insurance Table A (e.g., liability for property damage, bodily injury, death of employees). The employer provides insurances as per Insurance Table B (e.g., assets all risk, contract works, environmental liability, etc.).

Health and safety requirements:

• The contractor must take all reasonable precautions to maintain the health and safety of persons in and about the execution of the service.
• The employer may appoint the contractor as Principal Contractor under the Construction Regulations 2014 (promulgated under the Occupational Health & Safety Act).
• The contractor warrants that the total of the Prices includes sufficient amount for compliance with the Construction Regulations and all applicable health and safety laws.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable health and safety laws, regulations, rules, guidelines, and procedures, and ensure subcontractors and others under its control do likewise.
• Asbestos management (Z14):
• The employer ensures ambient air conforms to prescribed asbestos standards (OEL 0.2 fibres/ml as 4-hour TWA; short-term 0.6 fibres/ml as 10-minute TWA).
• The contractor may stop work and leave the contaminated area if asbestos is identified until declared safe.
• Removal and disposal of asbestos is done by a registered asbestos contractor at the employer's expense.

Environmental requirements:

• The contractor must comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, and ensure subcontractors and others under its control do likewise.
• Asbestos waste removal and disposal must be done by a registered asbestos contractor, instructed by the employer, and conducted in line with South African legislation.

Contract terms:

• Law of contract: South African law.
• Language: English.
• Period for reply: 3 days.
• Dispute resolution: adjudication (ICE-SA panel, appointed by AFSA if no agreement) and arbitration (Association of Arbitrators rules).
• Secondary options include: price adjustment for inflation (base date September 2026, proportions: 20% transport, 65% labour), performance bond, limitation of liability, key performance indicators, parent company guarantee.
• Additional conditions (Z1 to Z14):
• Z1: No cession, delegation, or assignment without written consent.
• Z2: Joint venture members jointly and severally liable; key person notified within 2 weeks; composition cannot be altered without consent.
• Z3: B-BBEE status change notification within 7 days; updated certificate within 30 days; decrease may lead to renegotiation or termination.
• Z4: Confidentiality obligations; images of the Affected Property require prior written consent.
• Z5: Waiver/estoppel – no waiver unless agreed in writing.
• Z6: Health, safety, and environmental compliance; may be appointed Principal Contractor.
• Z7: Tax invoice within 1 week of payment certificate; employer's VAT number on invoice.
• Z8: Compensation events must be notified within 8 weeks of becoming aware, or no change in Prices.
• Z9: Employer's liability for indirect/consequential loss limited to zero.
• Z10: Termination if business rescue order granted.
• Z11: Prohibition on prohibited actions (coercive, collusive, corrupt, fraudulent, obstructive); termination for breach.
• Z12: Insurance requirements (Table A for contractor, Table B for employer).
• Z13: Nuclear liability – employer indemnifies contractor for nuclear damage (Koeberg).
• Z14: Asbestos management – employer ensures safe levels; contractor may stop work if asbestos identified; removal by registered contractor at employer's expense.

Special conditions (Z1 to Z14) include:

• Cession, delegation, and assignment require written consent.
• Joint venture members are jointly and severally liable.
• B-BBEE status change notification and potential termination.
• Confidentiality obligations.
• Waiver and estoppel.
• Health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Tax invoice requirements.
• Compensation event notification deadline (8 weeks).
• Employer's liability limited to zero for indirect/consequential loss.
• Termination for business rescue.
• Prohibition on prohibited actions (ethics).
• Insurance provisions.
• Nuclear liability (Koeberg).
• Asbestos management and safety measures.

This is a PAYE questionnaire for service contracts with Eskom Group. It determines whether an Individual, Close Corporation, Company or Trust is classified as an Independent Contractor, Personal Service Provider, Labour Broker or Dependent Contractor for tax purposes. The pack applies from 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2027 and is subject to changes in tax legislation. Contractors must complete the relevant evaluation pack (Pack A for companies/CCs/trusts, Pack B for individuals) and sign the required affidavits and declarations. The contractor or its duly authorised representative must declare that all questions have been answered truthfully.

Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 10:00

Pack validity: 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2027

Group Tax (for returning completed pack):

• Email: [email protected]

Returnable documents — complete and sign the relevant evaluation pack and all applicable appendices, then return the signed summary sheet and signed affidavits to Eskom, copying Group Tax on [email protected].

Required forms (sign only those directed by your answers):

• Appendix 1: Affidavit confirming three or more full-time employees who are not connected persons.
• Appendix 2: Affidavit confirming no connected persons will personally render services to Eskom.
• Appendix 3: Affidavit confirming services will not be performed mainly at Eskom premises or under Eskom control.
• Appendix 4: Affidavit confirming not more than 80% of income from any one client.
• Appendix 5: Affidavit confirming an individual provides a service as opposed to people.
• Appendix 6: Declaration that the contractor is a labour broker.
• Appendix 7: Declaration that the contractor is a dependent contractor or personal service provider.
• Appendix 8: Declaration that the contractor is an independent supplier or contractor.
• Appendix 9: Declaration that the contractor is a non-resident of South Africa.
• Particulars of person acting as representative (Pack A) or Particulars of Individual (Pack B): signed confirmation of accuracy.

Submission method: return the completed pack to Eskom; copy Group Tax on [email protected].

The pack determines tax classification, not bid scoring. Classification is based on a series of tests:

• Residence test: must be a South African resident, or complete Appendix 9 if non-resident.
• Employees exclusion: companies/CCs/trusts employing three or more full-time employees who are not connected persons are treated as independent contractors.
• Connected person test: if a connected person renders services personally to Eskom, further tests apply.
• 80% income test: if more than 80% of income comes from one client, the contractor is likely a personal service provider.
• Place, control and supervision test: if duties are performed mainly at Eskom premises and under Eskom control, the contractor is likely a dependent contractor.
• Dominant impression test: a series of questions (6(i) to 6(xi)) determines whether the contractor is independent or a personal service provider/employee. Specific answers lead to classification as Independent or PSP/Employee, with corresponding PAYE withholding.

This is a PAYE questionnaire for service contracts with Eskom Group. It determines the tax classification of the contractor (Independent Contractor, Personal Service Provider, Labour Broker, or Dependent Contractor) for the 2026/2027 tax year. The pack applies to contractors supplying services to Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd and its subsidiaries, including Eskom Rotek Industries SOC Ltd, Eskom Enterprises SOC (Pty) Ltd, Escap SOC (Pty) Ltd, Eskom Finance Company SOC (Pty) Ltd, Eskom Foundation NPC, and Eskom National Transmission Company SA.

PAYE withholding consequences based on classification:

• Labour Broker with valid IRP30: no Employees' Tax withheld; IT3(a) code 3617 issued.
• Labour Broker without valid IRP30: Employees' Tax withheld until certificate provided; IRP5 code 3617 issued.
• Dependent Contractor or Personal Service Provider: Employees' Tax withheld at prevailing rate; coded 3601 or 3616 on IRP5.

PAYE withholding consequences:

• If classified as a Personal Service Provider or Dependent Contractor, Employees' Tax will be withheld from payments at the prevailing tax rate, coded as 3601 or 3616 on the IRP5.
• If classified as a Labour Broker with a valid IRP30 certificate, no Employees' Tax is withheld; an IT3(a) with code 3617 is issued. Without a valid IRP30 certificate, Employees' Tax is withheld until the certificate is provided.
• If classified as an Independent Contractor, no Employees' Tax is withheld.
• Eskom may withhold from payments any taxes, interest and penalties that SARS may impose due to inaccurate information provided.

No specific compliance requirements beyond the tax classification questionnaire. Contractors must be registered for income tax and provide their income tax registration number. Non-residents must complete Appendix 9.

The contractor must notify Eskom in writing immediately if any information provided in the questionnaire changes. Failure to notify Eskom makes the contractor liable for any taxes, penalties and interest that SARS may impose on Eskom. Eskom may withhold from payments any taxes, interest and penalties resulting from inaccurate information.

Eskom accepts no liability for any loss or damages arising from the use of this pack. The completed pack must be returned to Eskom, with Group Tax copied on [email protected]. The contractor is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all information provided, and the pack will not be automatically updated with changes in legislation.

The evaluation determines tax classification through a series of tests: residence, number of employees, connected persons, 80% income, place/control/supervision, and dominant impression. Specific answers lead to classification as Independent or PSP/Employee, with corresponding PAYE withholding.

The Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact is a pact between Eskom and its suppliers that prescribes ethical behaviour. It applies to Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd and all existing and potential suppliers. Suppliers are required to read, complete, sign and submit the Integrity Declaration Form whenever they participate in any Eskom procurement process. Suppliers must maintain an impeachable standard of integrity, avoid conflicts of interest, not engage in dishonest or fraudulent practices, not offer gifts exceeding R1500, and report any unethical behaviour by Eskom employees. Eskom commits to fair, transparent, equitable, cost-effective and competitive procurement processes, and will implement a Supplier Discipline Process for contraventions, including suspension from the Vendor Database and referral to National Treasury.

Ethics reporting:

• Email: [email protected]
• Email: [email protected]
• Toll-free hotline: 0800 11 27 22

Returnable documents:

• Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact: read, complete, sign and submit the Integrity Declaration Form with every bid.
• Integrity Declaration Form: discloses any interest or relationship with an Eskom employee/director, whether financial, personal or private.
• Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): required to protect confidential information.
• Declaration of Fair Tendering Practices: incorporated in the Integrity Declaration Form, certifies no collusive or anti-competitive agreements.

Disqualification risks:

• Failure to submit the signed Integrity Declaration Form.
• Misrepresentation, false certifications or forged documents.
• Offering gifts or courtesies to Eskom employees/directors exceeding R1 500.
• Any dishonest, fraudulent or corrupt practice during the procurement process.

Bidders must be registered as a vendor on the Eskom Vendor Database.

Bidders must complete and submit the Integrity Declaration Form.

Bidders must disclose any interest or relationship with an Eskom employee/director.

Bidders must complete a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) regarding confidential information.

Bidders must not have any direct or indirect personal or beneficial interest in any contract with Eskom.

Bidders may be subject to the Supplier Discipline Process and sanctions, including suspension from the Eskom Vendor Database and inclusion on the National Treasury's List of Restricted Suppliers, for contravening the Integrity Pact.

The Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact applies to Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, including all wholly owned subsidiaries, and to all existing and potential suppliers.

Suppliers must maintain an impeachable standard of integrity in all business and personal dealings.

Suppliers must be familiar with all publicly available Eskom policies, procedures and codes affecting supply chain processes, including the Standard Conditions of Tender.

Suppliers must reject all improper business practices and must not abuse the trust placed in them by Eskom employees.

Suppliers must not disclose confidential information without express consent from an authorised Eskom representative.

Suppliers must avoid relationships with Eskom employees/directors that may be perceived as contrary to fairness, equitability, transparency, competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.

Business courtesies or gifts to Eskom employees/directors must not exceed R1 500 in value.

Suppliers must not enter into dishonest or illegal agreements with other tenderers.

Suppliers must report any dishonest, fraudulent or inappropriate behaviour by Eskom employees/directors to the Eskom Ethics office, Forensic office, or the toll-free hotline.

Registration on the Eskom Vendor Database is required.

Completion and submission of the Integrity Declaration Form is mandatory.

Completion of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required.

Disclosure of any interest or relationship with an Eskom employee/director is mandatory.

Suppliers must not have any direct or indirect personal or beneficial interest in any contract with Eskom.

Contravention of the Integrity Pact may lead to suspension from the Eskom Vendor Database and referral to National Treasury for inclusion on the List of Restricted Suppliers.

The Integrity Pact is governed by South African law. Actions stipulated are without prejudice to civil or criminal proceedings. The pact remains valid until replaced; if any provision is invalid, the remainder remains valid.