Supply and delivery of full tension auto joints for ESKOM – quality management system compliance required

Submit electronically via Eskom’s e-tendering portal (https://www.eskom.co.za/tenders/) by the closing date and time. No hard copies accepted. Ensure the submission status is marked as 'complete'. Late submissions will not be accepted. If resubmitting, only the latest version will be considered. Upload documents in PDF format (price list must also include an Excel copy). Maximum upload size per document: 500MB; total submission limit: 4GB. Zip files are not permitted. Mandatory returnables at tender closing (disqualifiable if missing/incomplete): Authorisation Form (Annexure A), Acknowledgement Form (Annexure B), Tenderer’s Particulars (Annexure C), Integrity Declaration Form (Annexure D), SBD 1 (Annexure H), SBD 4 (Annexure J), SBD 6.2 (Annexure G1-G4 for local content), Tax Clearance Certificate (if applicable), COIDA Certificate (South African tenderers), CIDB proof of grading (if applicable), and JV/consortium documents (if applicable). Non-disqualifiable returnables (5-day grace period for corrections): SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), Tax Evaluation Questionnaire, Employment Equity compliance proof (South African tenderers). Clarification queries must be submitted in writing to the Eskom Representative at least 5 working days before the closing date.

{

"disqualifiers": [

"Tenderers from sanctioned countries or with restricted business status (Eskom/State-Owned Companies).",

"Submission of multiple tenders (individually or via JV/consortium) unless system-limited.",

"JV/consortium without joint/severe liability for contract execution.",

"Conflict of interest (e.g., shared majority shareholders, access to competitor information).",

"Tenders signed by unauthorised persons.",

"Listed on Tender Defaulters List or restricted by National Treasury.",

"Subcontracting 100% of scope to another entity."

],

"additionalRequirements": [

"Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (or SARS PIN for verification).",

"Compliance with Employment Equity Act (if designated employer).",

"For foreign suppliers: SBD1 form (no tax compliance proof required if no SA footprint).",

"Start-ups (<12 months) exempt from audited financials but must provide them post-award."

]

}

Scope: Supply and delivery of Full Tension Auto Joints. Mandatory Technical Requirements: Must comply with Tech Eval Criteria SAP 0186845 Rv1 (Full Tension Auto Joint 5-8), SAP 0186846 Rv2 (Full Tension Auto Joint MinkPine), DDT 3228, and 240-75882302 Full Tension Auto Joints. Designated sectors: Fabricated Full Tension Structural Steel Auto Joints and Joining/Connecting Components require 100% local content. Quality requirements: Attached documents include 240-68099512 Form A Rev 9, 240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification, and SQM Method Statement. Contractual requirements: NEC3 Supply Contract (SC) terms apply. No alternative tenders allowed.

Payment terms: 30 days for contracts ≤ R50M (incl. VAT); 60 days for contracts > R50M (incl. VAT). Pricing must be submitted in PDF and Excel. Financial capacity: Latest approved annual financial statements required (no drafts or management accounts). For JVs/SPVs, each partner must submit financials. Start-ups (<12 months) exempt but must provide statements if awarded. Contractual financial requirements (assessed post-evaluation): Audited financial statements for the previous 18 months or last year. Public Interest Score (for non-audited South African entities) must include actual score, owner-management status, and confirmation of external preparation. ITA34C for current and previous years required.

Mandatory for all tenderers: Valid B-BBEE Certificate (SANAS-accredited or CIPC for EMEs) or affidavit. CSD Registration (proof of valid CSD number/report). COIDA Certificate of Good Standing (South African tenderers only). Tax Clearance Certificate (local tenderers without SARS PIN or foreign tenderers with SA footprint). SBD 6.2 (Local Content Declaration) and Annexures G1-G4 (for designated materials). SBD 1 (all tenderers, including foreign). SBD 4 (Bidders Disclosure). SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form). Company registration documents (CIPC). Shareholder details (IDs and percentages). Proof of Employment Equity compliance (South African designated employers). CIDB grading proof (if applicable, within 21 working days post-closing if agreed). Integrity Pact Declaration (Annexure D). No subcontracting of 100% of scope. No conflicts of interest. Not on Tender Defaulters list or under sanctions.

Closing date and time: 19 June 2026 at 10:00. Tender validity period: 120 days from closing date. Clarification queries deadline: 5 working days before closing date (12 June 2026). No clarification meeting will be held.

Eskom Representative: Ezile Pupane. Tel: 043 703 5449. Email: [email protected]. Submission portal: https://www.eskom.co.za/tenders/. Fraud/corruption reporting: 0800 11 2722 or [email protected].

Returnable Documents: Must be completed and submitted as per the deviation schedule. All fields in the document must be filled accordingly.

Eligible applicants include manufacturers or authorized suppliers capable of meeting Eskom's technical specifications for Full Tension Auto Joints. Suppliers must demonstrate the ability to deliver the products as per the schedule and provide valid justifications for any deviations from the standard requirements.

Product must conform to Eskom's latest applicable specification. Supplier must provide: Manufacturer details, Product Code, Description, and Deviation Reason (if applicable). All deviations must be clearly indicated and justified.

{

"general": "Applicants must be legally registered entities capable of supplying electrical components.",

"technical": "Must demonstrate experience in supplying full tension auto joints or similar electrical infrastructure components.",

"compliance": "Must comply with ESKOM's procurement policies, quality standards, and safety regulations (e.g., PPE, NEC document references).",

"documentation": "Submission of a complete method statement, risk assessments, and proof of competency/training.",

"legal": "Must agree to ESKOM's copyright terms and uncontrolled document disclaimer."

}

Scope of work: Supply and delivery of full tension auto joints as per Eskom's tender/RFQ requirements.

Key deliverables:

• Full tension auto joints meeting Eskom's technical specifications.
• Compliance with NEC document/Works Information referenced in the tender.

Method statement requirements:

• Supplier must provide a detailed method statement outlining:
• Scope of work, objectives (SMART), and outputs.
• Tools, equipment, and infrastructure required (including testing/measurement tools).
• PPE requirements for execution.
• Human resources, skills, competencies, and training needed.
• Risk identification, mitigation actions, and management plan.
• Data collection and analysis for future decision-making.
• Stakeholder management (identification, impact assessment, and actions).
• Supplier selection, evaluation, and performance monitoring (if outsourcing is involved).

Organizational alignment:

• Mission, vision, values, and leadership communication must align with Eskom's quality management focus.
• Customer requirements must be identified and communicated to all affected personnel.
• Continuous improvement actions for business processes must be documented.

Submit a completed and signed ECOU Deviation Schedule for Informal Tenders rev1 2019, referencing D-DT 3228, SAP 0186846. State 'No Deviations' if fully compliant. Include the OEM product code. Failure to submit this document results in disqualification. Do not submit documentation related to CRS/VIP products.

{

"mandatory": "Submission of the signed Deviation Schedule. Failure to submit results in immediate disqualification.",

"technical": "100% compliance with all listed technical documents and test reports. Non-compliance or missing data leads to disqualification.",

"language": "All documents must be in English; non-English submissions are disregarded.",

"ageOfReports": "Mechanical test reports must be ≤10 years old (as of June 19, 2026) with no known failures."

}

Supply and deliver Full Tension Auto Joints (Mink Pine) as per D-DT 3228, SAP 0186846. Product must comply with specified requirements. Exclude CRS/VIP system products. Required submissions: Deviation Schedule, Technical Schedules, Manufacturer’s Drawings, Material Grade Certification, and Test Reports (SANS 61284, SANS 9227, 240-75882302). All documents must be complete; gaps or placeholders (e.g., TBA) will render submissions incomplete.

Submit the following returnable documents: Completed Technical Schedules (fill in the 'Schedule B' column with all required information; gaps, 'TBA', or similar remarks will disqualify the submission). Manufacturer’s Drawings (showing dimensions and markings). Material grade certification. Test Reports: Material Grade verification, Mechanical Tension (SANS 61284), Heat Cycle test (SANS 61284), Corrosion Test (SANS 9227), Sampling and visual inspection (Type, sample, and routine test per 240-75882302), Dimension Verification (Type, sample, and routine test per 240-75882302), Detailed installation instructions and operation of fitting (per 240-75882302). Note: 100% compliance is required for all documents.

{

"disqualification": "Failure to submit the mandatory Deviation Schedule or submission of CRS/VIP-related documentation.",

"technical": "All objective criteria documents must be complete, accurate, and compliant with specified standards (SANS 61284, SANS 9227, etc.).",

"documentation": "No blanks, TBAs, or incomplete entries allowed in any submitted forms or schedules."

}

Scope: Supply and delivery of Full Tension Auto Joints (5.82 to 8.64mm) as per D-DT 3228, SAP 0186845. Deliverables: Fully compliant joints meeting all specified technical and material requirements. Standards: SANS 61284 (Mechanical Tension, Heat Cycle), SANS 9227 (Corrosion Test), and internal Eskom standards (240-75882302 for sampling, inspection, dimension verification, and installation instructions). Exclusions: Corrosive Resistant Splice (CRS) or Visual Indicator Projection (VIP) system products are not accepted.

Submit the following returnable documents as per the tender category (1-4) selected in Form A (240-68099512):

• Completed and signed Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001).
• Additional documents as specified in the List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652).
• Ensure all documents are submitted with the bid.

{

"general": [

"Must be a registered supplier on Eskom’s database.",

"Compliance with Eskom’s Procurement and Supply Chain Management Policy (32-1033).",

"Adherence to SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) Policy (32-727).",

"Alignment with Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and CIDB guidelines."

],

"qualitySpecific": [

"Category 1–3 suppliers: Valid ISO 9001 certification (unless excluded).",

"Category 4 suppliers: Quality method statement aligned with ISO 9001.",

"Ability to develop and implement CQP/QCP/ITP as per Eskom templates.",

"Demonstrated capacity and capability for critical supplies (pre-award assessment)."

],

"technical": [

"Experience in supplying Full Tension Auto Joints or similar products.",

"Access to qualified personnel for special processes (e.g., welding, NDT).",

"Compliance with applicable national/international standards (e.g., SANS, IAEA)."

]

}

Scope: Supply and delivery of Full Tension Auto Joints for Eskom.

• Must comply with Eskom’s Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000/QM 58).
• Suppliers must develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001.
• Contract Quality Plan (CQP) and Quality Control Plan (QCP)/Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) are mandatory for critical scopes.
• Special processes (e.g., welding, non-destructive testing, coating) require pre-qualification and Eskom approval.
• Preservation programs must be implemented for materials and equipment during storage, transit, and commissioning.
• Hold points and intervention points must be defined in QCPs/ITPs for Eskom oversight.
• Sub-suppliers must also comply with Eskom’s quality requirements and be subject to capability assessments.

Mandatory compliance requirements:

• ISO 9001 certification (or equivalent QMS standard) for the supplier and sub-suppliers, unless excluded per tender category.
• Completion of Form A (240-68099512) to acknowledge acceptance of Eskom’s Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000/QM 58).
• Submission of quality documentation as per the tender category (1-4) and List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652).
• B-BBEE: Minimum Level 1 compliance required.
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) applies.
• CIDB registration and compliance with CIDB Best Practice Guideline A4 for evaluating quality in tender submissions.
• SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) Policy compliance (32-727).
• Sub-suppliers must meet the same compliance standards if involved in design, manufacturing, testing, or other critical activities.

Closing date: 19 June 2026 at 10:00 AM (UTC).

• Quality kick-off meeting: To be arranged by the supplier with 14 days’ advance notice to Eskom.
• Submission of Contract Quality Plan (CQP) and Quality Control Plan (QCP)/Inspection and Test Plan (ITP): Within 30 days or as per stated timeline after contract award.
• Pre-inspection meetings: Convened by Eskom or its inspection agency as required.

Department: Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Quality Management.

• For technical or quality-related queries, refer to the Eskom Quality representative or project manager as indicated in the tender documents.
• No direct contact details provided in the document; use official Eskom procurement channels.

Returnable Documents: Not specified in the provided document. Refer to the official tender record or contact Eskom for submission requirements.

{

"general": [

"Applicants must be capable of supplying materials that meet the technical and compliance requirements.",

"Ability to deliver to the Eastern Cape province.",

"Must adhere to the specified standards and Eskom’s internal specifications."

],

"technical": [

"Manufacturers must provide test and certification documentation for SANS 61284 and 240-75882302.",

"Products must pass inspection as per Eskom’s requirements."

]

}

Supply and delivery of midspan full tension automatic joints for various conductor types and diameters. Requirements:

• Material must comply with SANS 61284 and Eskom specification 240-75882302.
• Three variants required:

1. For Squirrel (6.33mm), Acacia (6.24mm), Fox (8.37mm), 35 (8.31mm), Magpie (6.35mm), 35 ABC Bare Neutral (6.6-7.5mm), and 70 ABC Bare Neutral (7.7-8.4mm) conductors. Colour codes: Orange, Green, Blue, Pink, Yellow.

2. For Mink (10.98mm) or Pine (10.94mm) conductors. Colour code: Red.

3. For Hare (14.16mm) or Oak (13.95mm) conductors. Colour code: Brown.

• Each joint must include jointing compound and be individually packed in a sealed plastic bag.
• Must bear indelible manufacturer’s trademark and part number.
• Eskom Drawing No.: D-DT-3228 applies to all variants.

Certification: Products must be tested and certified to SANS 61284 and Eskom specification 240-75882302. No additional compliance requirements specified.

Submit the following with your tender: - Design drawings of all fittings for approval. - Detailed installation instructions. - Details of the operation of the fitting. - Type-test reports (hard copy and electronic) for all fittings offered. - Samples of each fitting for approval. - Completed Schedule B (technical particulars and guarantees). - Deviation schedule (if applicable). Note: All documents must be traceable to the manufacturer’s serial/fitting reference number.

{

"manufacturer": [

"Must have a quality management system certified to SABS ISO 9001:2000.",

"Must provide evidence of accredited type tests (SANAS or Eskom-approved) for the offered fittings.",

"Must demonstrate ability to allow Eskom to witness tests if required.",

"Must retain sample test certificates for at least 2 years.",

"Must comply with Eskom’s Buyers Guide specifications (e.g., DDT 3228, DDT 3231)."

],

"product": [

"Fittings must be new, unused, and conform to the latest revision of the standard (Revision 1, next review March 2021).",

"Must be suitable for Eskom’s standard conductors (see Table 1) and color-coded as per DSP_34-329.",

"Must pass all qualifying tests (type, sample, routine) as outlined in the document.",

"Must be traceable via unique serial numbers linked to test certificates and design drawings."

],

"submission": [

"Tender submissions must include all required documentation (drawings, test reports, samples, installation instructions).",

"Deviations from Schedule A requirements must be documented in Schedule B.",

"Previous test certificates may be reused only if the design and materials are unchanged."

]

}

Scope: Supply and delivery of full tension automatic fittings for medium-voltage overhead power lines using bare conductors. Applicable to ACSR, AAAC phase conductors (aluminium area ≤ 120 mm²), bare galvanised steel wire, and copper for AC system voltages from 1 kV to 33 kV.

Key Requirements:

• Fittings must connect two conductor pieces under tension, providing mechanical and electrical continuity.
• Connection must be irreversible once set and compatible with Eskom’s live line techniques.
• Fittings must withstand 95% of the Specified Minimum Failure Load (SMFL) of the conductor.
• Electrical criteria: low resistance, no corona/radio interference, and stable under service/short-circuit currents.
• Mechanical criteria: resistant to vibration, temperature changes, corrosion, and environmental conditions.
• Materials must not age or degrade over a 30-year outdoor lifespan.
• Fittings must include a staked-in plug/centre stop and conductor caps to prevent contamination.

Conductor Compatibility:

• ABC bare neutral: 35 mm² (Pink), 70 mm² (Yellow).
• AAAC: Acacia (Orange), 35 mm² (Blue), Pine (Red), Oak (Brown).
• ACSR: Magpie (Green), Squirrel (Orange), Fox (Blue), Mink (Red), Hare (Brown).
• Copper: 0.025, 0.05, 0.1 sq. in.

Marking and Packaging:

• Fittings must be marked with manufacturer’s name, serial number, batch number, conductor codes, and Eskom colour codes.
• Packed in sealed plastic bags with grease; bulk containers ≤ 30 kg.
• Containers must display product details, manufacturer contact, quantity, destination, PO number, and SAP number.

Testing:

• Type tests (design validation), sample tests (quality verification), and routine tests (conformance) required.
• Tests include mechanical tension, heat cycle, corrosion (1000h salt spray per SABS ISO 7253), visual inspection, and dimensional verification.
• Corrosion test acceptance: no detrimental corrosion, resistance increase ≤ 50%, and stable resistance graph.

Jointing Compound:

• Must be non-toxic, non-flammable, stable (melting point ≥ 100°C), and neutral to metals.
• Fittings must be pre-filled with compound; type and chemical breakdown must be specified in Schedule B.

Quality Assurance: Manufacturer must have a quality management system compliant with SABS ISO 9001:2000.

Test Accreditation: Type tests must be conducted by an independent organisation accredited by SANAS and approved by Eskom Distribution Technology.

Standards Compliance: Fittings must comply with referenced standards, including IEC 61284, ANSI C119.4, SABS ISO 7253, and SABS IEC 61284. Sampling procedures must follow ISO 2859-1, ISO 2859-2, and ISO 3951.

Traceability: All fittings must be stamped with a unique part number linked to test certificates and design drawings. Certificates must be signed/stamped by the testing facility.

Submit the following returnable documents: C1.1 Form of Offer and Acceptance (3 pages). The tenderer’s duly authorised representative must sign the Offer section. The Purchaser accepts the Offer by signing the Acceptance section and returning one copy to the tenderer. Alternative tenders require a separate Form of Offer and Acceptance. Ensure all deviations or amendments are recorded in the Schedule of Deviations. Failure to provide required securities, bonds, guarantees, or proof of insurance within two weeks of contract award may result in repudiation of the agreement.

{

"general": [

"Must be a registered legal entity in South Africa (or provide proof of international registration if applicable).",

"No business rescue orders or insolvency proceedings (Z10.1).",

"No ethics violations (Z12) or prior terminations for misconduct with Eskom."

],

"financial": [

"Ability to provide performance guarantees, bonds, or securities as required by Eskom.",

"Financial capacity to cover liability limits (contract price) and insurance requirements."

],

"B-bbee": [

"Valid B-BBEE verification certificate (updated within 30 days if status changes).",

"Preference may be given to suppliers with higher B-BBEE levels (impacts payment timelines)."

],

"technical": [

"Proven experience in supplying Full Tension Auto Joints or similar electrical components.",

"Compliance with Eskom’s technical specifications (Part C3) and quality standards.",

"Ability to conduct FAT, inspections, and commissioning as required."

],

"legal": [

"No conflicts of interest with Eskom or its subsidiaries.",

"Willingness to sign Eskom’s NEC3 SC3 contract with all Z-clauses."

]

}

Scope: Supply and delivery of Full Tension Auto Joints. Technical details include: Manufacturer’s specifications for warranty period (defects date). Defect correction period: Four weeks for main components, two weeks for minor components. Defects access period: Four weeks for main components, two weeks for minor components. Goods Information and Supply Requirements are detailed in Part C3 (Scope of Work) and Annexure A. INCOTERMS 2010 apply for supply and transport obligations. Supplier must provide: Packing lists, invoices, delivery notes, test results, and maintenance manuals. Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and other inspections may be required.

Pricing: Based on NEC3 Supply Contract (SC3) Price Schedule. Prices are lump sums or rates multiplied by quantities. Total of the Prices must be fully inclusive of all costs to Provide the Goods and Services. Payment terms: Supplier must provide a tax invoice within one week of receiving a payment certificate from the Supply Manager. VAT (15%) must be included, with Eskom’s VAT number (4740101508) on each invoice. Payment interval: Within one week of delivery. Interest rate: Publicly quoted prime rate (Standard Bank of South Africa) for Rand amounts; LIBOR for other currencies. Delay damages: 0.25% of contract value per day for one week outside agreed delivery; 10% for two weeks outside agreed delivery.

B-BBEE: Supplier must notify Purchaser within seven days of any change in B-BBEE status. Updated verification certificate and supporting documentation must be submitted within 30 days of notification. Decrease in B-BBEE status may lead to contract renegotiation or termination. Joint ventures/consortia: All parties are jointly and severally liable. Supplier must notify Purchaser of key authorized personnel within two weeks of Contract Date. Composition changes require Purchaser’s written consent. Confidentiality: Supplier must not disclose contract-related information without Purchaser’s consent. Tax compliance: Supplier must comply with Value Added Tax Act and include Purchaser’s VAT number on invoices. Insurance: Supplier must provide certificates of insurance as required by the contract (e.g., loss/damage to goods, liability for property damage, bodily injury). Ethics: Prohibited actions (coercive, collusive, corrupt, fraudulent, obstructive) may result in termination. Supplier must cooperate with investigations.

Contract start date: 01 July 2026. Delivery date: As per manufacturer’s supplied delivery schedule or as agreed. Programme submission: Supplier must submit a first programme for acceptance within two weeks of the Contract Date. Revised programmes must be submitted at intervals no longer than four weeks.

Supply Manager: Duranne Geswint. Address: ESKOM HOLDINGS SOC LIMITED, Sunilaws Office Park, Beacon Bay, EAST LONDON, 5205. Phone: +27 11 800 8111. Email: [email protected]. Purchaser’s registered office: Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2199.

Submit the following returnable documents as part of your bid: Form A (completed and signed). Ensure all documents are aligned with the List of Tender Returnables (Category 4, Revision 7).

Must demonstrate compliance with ISO 9001 QMS standards (certification not mandatory)

Must provide documented evidence of QMS in operation

Must submit all required returnable documents (e.g., Form A, method statement, quality policy)

Must align with Eskom’s technical and quality specifications (Ref: 240-105658000)

Deliverables must comply with Specification 240-105658000. Suppliers must demonstrate a Quality Management System (QMS) that aligns with ISO 9001:2015, even if not formally certified. Key technical requirements include: Documented QMS processes. Control of externally provided processes, products, and services (supplier evaluation, selection, monitoring, and re-evaluation).

Quality Management System (QMS) compliance with ISO 9001:2015 (documented but not necessarily certified). Submission of Form A (completed and signed).

Eskom Representative: Bulelani Flekisi. Document issued on 16/01/2026.