Skills mapping, gap analysis and training facility viability assessment for ESKOM power stations in mpumalanga

Closing date: 4 November 2026 at 10:00. No compulsory briefing or site visit dates are mentioned in the provided documents.

No dedicated enquiry contacts are provided in the extracted documents. Technical Evaluation Team members: Lungile Gumbi (Middle Manager: JET) and Dr Dana Gampel (Corporate Specialist: JET). Eskom JET Office will support the consultant with workshops and data access. Submission address and procurement contact details are not stated.

Submission method, address, and required returnable forms are not specified in the provided documents. The tender record indicates a closing date of 4 November 2026 at 10:00. Bidders must provide returnable schedules in accordance with the technical evaluation strategy issued by the Employer. Standard National Treasury forms (SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, etc.) are typically required for Eskom tenders but are not listed in the extracted text.

Technical evaluation threshold: minimum weighted final score of 75% to proceed to financial evaluation. Evaluation split: 80% technical, 20% financial (preference points system not explicitly stated but likely 80/20). Technical evaluation scored across three sections:

• Section 1: Research and analytical capacity (33% weight) – company experience in curriculum development/review (30%), presence in Mpumalanga Nkangala and Gert Sibanda Districts (30%), research and analysis capacity (40%).
• Section 2: Proposed methodology to address tasks (33% weight) – four Just Energy Transition requirements each weighted 25%: supply-demand matching methodologies, economic diversification support, financial viability methodologies, skills retention methodologies.
• Section 3: Expert resources (34% weight) – four key personnel evaluated via CVs: Lead Analyst (30%), Project Manager (20%), Analyst/Researcher (30%), Built Environment Specialist (20%). Each has minimum experience and qualification requirements.

Scoring scale: 5 (100% – compliant, no risk), 4 (80% – compliant with acceptable qualifications), 3 (60% – partially compliant with material qualifications), 2 (40% – non-compliant), 1 (20% – significantly non-compliant), 0 (0% – totally deficient).

Scope: Consultancy Services for Skills Mapping, Gap Analysis, and Training Facility Viability Assessment at five Eskom power stations (Arnot, Camden, Grootvlei, Hendrina, Komati) in Mpumalanga, within a 30 km radius covering Nkangala and Gert Sibanda Districts.

Key tasks:

1. Skills Supply Baseline Assessment – map all training providers (TVET colleges, corporate academies, PBO/NGO facilities, universities) within 30 km; capture course details, graduate numbers (past 5 years), costs, certification, job families; deliver spatial map and editable database (Excel/Google Sheets).
2. Addressing Demand – validate and interpret provided demand-side datasets for repowering/repurposing projects (at least 7 projects per site); determine if existing supply meets demand; identify skills not available locally.
3. Gap Analysis – identify skills required but not offered in the research zone; assess if offered near other Eskom sites; classify gap-filling courses as short-term or permanent; recommend delivery pathway (Eskom-delivered, co-delivered with TVET, outsourced, insourced from another site); assign courses to specific Eskom sites with rationale.
4. Training Facility Viability – develop criteria matrix to evaluate proposed courses; assess sustainability, career advancement, livelihood opportunities; estimate upgrade/equipment costs for Eskom facilities; determine viability per site.
5. High-Level Cost Assessment and Intervention Strategy – cost delivery using existing facilities; include additional infrastructure needs; compare with external provision; produce implementation strategy with cost estimates.

Deliverables: Inception report, baseline report + database, demand-alignment report, skills gap report, viability assessment + database, cost assessment + strategy, final consolidated report + database + presentation.

Constraints: Compliance with SHEQ laws, National Key Point protocols; provide Quality Control Plan (QCP), methodology statement, detailed programme/Gantt chart; capture evidence with photo/video/audio; contractor covers all costs; access to Eskom sites subject to site requirements.

Eskom provides: access to sites and data, partner access (NBI, EWSETA, TVETs, provincial government), project information, demographic insights.

Pricing: Lump-sum bid inclusive of all fixed and variable costs. A QS costing sheet will be shared with bidders for pricing. Travel costs beyond scheduled meetings require prior agreement with Eskom JET Team. Contract duration less than 12 months; no price escalation; tendered price fixed for full duration.

Payment schedule (weighting per deliverable):

• Inception Report and Workplan: 5%
• Baseline Assessment Report and Database: 20%
• Meeting Demand Report: 15%
• Skills Gap Analysis Report: 20%
• Viability of Gap-Filling Courses and Services Report: 20%
• High-Level Cost Assessment and Intervention Strategy: 15%
• Final Consolidated Report, Database and Presentation: 5%

Payment subject to Eskom review and acceptance of each deliverable.

Mandatory compliance with:

• ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems (normative reference).
• SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) laws and regulations.
• National Key Point regulated area protocols.
• Submission of Quality Control Plan (QCP) with detailed programme/Gantt chart before commencement.
• Methodology statement and material/equipment data sheets for Employer approval.
• Evidence capture with photo/video/audio and necessary consents.
• CSD registration and valid tax compliance status (standard for Eskom tenders, not explicitly stated but implied).
• B-BBEE requirements not detailed in provided documents.
• CIDB grading not applicable (non-construction consultancy).

Additional evaluation details from the Scope of Work: Consultants must achieve a minimum technical score of 75% to proceed to financial evaluation. Financial evaluation follows the applicable preferential procurement scoring framework. Technical returnables assessed on understanding of scope, proposed methodology, project approach, resourcing, experience, and ability to deliver within timeframe. The evaluation criteria in the Scope of Work align with the Technical Evaluation Strategy's three sections and key personnel requirements.

This annexure is the Eskom Acknowledgement Form for OHS Legal and Other Requirements. It requires the tenderer to acknowledge access to and understanding of Eskom’s OHS legal and other requirements, and the consequences of non-compliance. The form must be signed by an authorised person (CEO, Director or Managing Director) and witnessed. It also lists the OHS tender returnables: the signed acknowledgement form, a Baseline OHS Risk Assessment with methodology, and a valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).

Returnable documents required with the bid:

• Annexure B: Eskom Acknowledgement Form for OHS Legal and Other Requirements — signed by the authorised person (CEO/Director/Managing Director) and witnessed.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) — identification, assessment and management of OHS risks related to the scope of work; the risk assessment methodology must be included.
• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).

Submission method, address, number of copies and closing time are not specified in this extract; refer to the main tender document.

OHS compliance requirements for the contractor:

• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993) and its Regulations.
• Comply with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993), as amended.
• After contract award, align company processes to Eskom’s OHS requirements (policies, procedures, standards).
• Contractual penalties apply for non-compliance with statutory or Eskom OHS requirements.
• All employees (including contractors/suppliers) must undergo relevant Eskom induction and company induction.

Contractor/supplier management obligations for the main supplier:

• Provide evidence of a documented contractor and supplier selection process incorporating competency, compliance and OHS performance requirements.
• Notify Eskom prior to appointment of any contractor or supplier and before commencement of work.
• Ensure contractors and suppliers have necessary resources and competencies.
• Be accountable for management and oversight of contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory, contractual and other requirements.
• Implement a programme of audits and assessments to verify contractor and supplier compliance with OHS requirements.
• Manage all contractor and supplier non-conformances and non-compliances in accordance with agreed performance and penalty mechanisms.
• Eskom reserves the right to verify actions taken on contractors/suppliers.

Mandatory compliance evidence:

• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• Signed Annexure B acknowledgement of Eskom’s OHS legal and other requirements.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) with methodology.
• Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993.

No CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC, professional registration or local content requirements are mentioned in this extract.