Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
Various - Various - Various -
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
30 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-172232
ESKOM requires an enabling agreement for the provision of spu meter reading services across various areas in the KZN operating unit, central east cluster, distribution division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months. The work is procured through eskom's open tender process, with submission either as a sealed paper original plus one hard copy or, where e-tendering applies, by uploading and finalising the tender on the ESKOM tender bulletin e-tendering page before the closing date and time. Bidders must be eligible to do business with ESKOM and state-owned companies, may not subcontract the entire scope, and must lodge every mandatory returnable by closing — a late bid, a missing mandatory document, or a bid built on 100% subcontracting is disqualified.
Closing: 2 November 2026 at 10:00 (South African Standard Time). Late tenders are not accepted, and proof of posting or courier delivery does not prove delivery.
Submission: where e-tendering applies, the tender must be uploaded and finalised on the Eskom Tender Bulletin e-tendering page — depositing it in the Eskom tender box is not accepted. Paper submissions require the complete original plus one complete hard copy, packaged separately as "ORIGINAL" and "COPY" and sealed together in an outer package marked "Confidential" carrying the invitation number and the authorised signatory's contact details.
Compulsory meeting: a site visit and/or clarification meeting identified as compulsory in the Tender Data must be attended; non-attendance results in disqualification. The date, time and venue are given in the Tender Data.
Subcontracting limit: subcontracting 100% of the scope of work is not permitted and any bid based on it is ineligible and disqualified.
B-BBEE evidence: where B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion, a valid B-BBEE certificate, affidavit or CSD report must be submitted by the closing date and time or the bid is disqualified; where it is not a pre-qualification criterion, a missing, expired or fraudulent certificate or affidavit scores zero PPPFA points rather than disqualifying the bid.
CIDB and SHEQ: where a CIDB grading is stipulated, proof of registration is mandatory at closing (proof of application is accepted at closing only if the actual registration printout follows by contract award), and SHEQ systems, policies and capabilities must be demonstrated at closing and/or contract award with all SHEQ costs and personnel reflected in the bid.
Evaluation sequence: bids pass basic compliance, then mandatory returnables, then pre-qualification criteria, then functionality (bidders must meet the minimum threshold in the Tender Data), then a financial risk analysis, then price, then B-BBEE and specific goals, ranked highest to lowest under the PPPFA 90/10 or 80/20 system. The SDL&I Undertaking and designated materials and thresholds information must be submitted by contract award, failing which the bid is not considered.
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Date & Time
Monday, 02 November 2026 - 10:00
Venue
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/310323405050865?p=u1aldmUOx0yq6rTZfc
Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Various - Various - Various -
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Description
30 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
02 Nov
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
Example on how to complete an EME Sworn Affidavit.pdf
Example on how to complete a QSE Sworn Affidavit.pdf
240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdf
No summary available
Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
No summary available
240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdf
Analysis completed but response format was invalid
NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
No summary available
Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf
No summary available
Evironmental Tender Evaluation SPU Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division. Services will be provided on an as-and-when-required basis. The tender includes mandatory environmental and SHEQ compliance documentation.
240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom Distribution Division seeks an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit areas in the Central East Cluster, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. The tender includes quality management system requirements, a draft contract quality plan, and quality control plan submissions.
Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf
Eskom seeks an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across designated urban and rural routes in the KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. The contractor must read meters quarterly, capture readings with photographs using Eskom-provided handheld units, and upload data to the Route Master system within four days per route.
Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis.
Acknowledgement Form for Eskom SHE Rules and other Requirements.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish an enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom requires the establishment of an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division. The contract is for a period of 36 months and will be awarded on an as-and-when-required basis. The NEC3 Term Services Contract will govern the agreement.
BEE_Affidavit-EME-Gen.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis.
Part 2 - Technical - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
The department requires the establishment of an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months.
PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom seeks an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. Bidders must submit either Part A or Part B of the environmental requirements, including a signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHEQ rules and an environmental management plan or ISO 14001 certificate.
BEE_Affidavit-QSE-Gen.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months.
Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish an enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
No summary available
E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis.
240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom Distribution Division seeks an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. The tender incorporates Eskom's Supplier Quality Requirements and ISO 9001 quality standards, with the closing date on 02 November 2026.
Part 3 - SDL&I Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
The department requires the establishment of an enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.
low risk evaluation criteria.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis. Bidders must submit a Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) tender evaluation pack comprising five mandatory documents, each scored for compliance.
240-109253302 _ Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP or ITP)-rev 3 (003).pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services on an as-and-when-required basis across various areas in the KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit, within the Central East Cluster for the Distribution Division. The agreement covers meter reading activities and requires a Quality Control Plan and Inspection and Test Plan (QCP/ITP) to be completed and approved.
SPU Technical Criteria.pdf
The department requires an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. Bidders must demonstrate meter reading experience and provide certified skills, training, equipment, and vehicle evidence to score points.
Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish an enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.
SDL & I Check list - SPU Meter Reading.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish an enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.
KEY Elements when completing a Sworn Affidavit.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish an enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf
Eskom seeks to establish a 36-month enabling agreement for the provision of SPU meter reading services on an as-and-when-required basis across various areas in the KwaZulu-Natal Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division. The tender is open and will be evaluated under Eskom's standard conditions of tender.
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Purpose
Submission Guidelines
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdf (unknown)Quality returnables (Eskom QM 58 specification)
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdf (unknown)Quality evaluation
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdf (unknown)Scope
Quality management system
Quality plans
Methodology
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdfPreservation programme execution
Quality Management
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdfQuality management system
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdf (unknown)Quality compliance
Health & Safety
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdfSafety, health, environment and quality
Contractual Terms
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdfPreservation management
Section
Source: 240-105658000 SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGEMENT SPEC REV4 FINAL 2026 (003).pdfQuality evaluation references
Compliance Requirements
Source: BEE_Affidavit-QSE-Gen.pdf (unknown)B-BBEE evidence
Description
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdfPre-contract award quality requirements apply to this contract, with Category 3 selected under clause 3.5 of specification 240-105658000. Categories 1, 2 and 4 are not applicable, and a main supplier and sub-supplier capability and capacity assessment is not required. The tenderer must also indicate on the form whether a site assessment applies. Post-contract award obligations fall on Eskom under clause 3.7.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Returnable form
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope
Quality framework applying to the work
Methodology
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdfThe supplier's quality system must address all ten ISO 9001 clauses and the seven quality principles, each marked applicable on the form:
Quality Management
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdfThe tenderer must select the applicable pre-contract award category (1 to 4) and state whether a site assessment is required; only one category may be chosen. A main supplier and sub-supplier capability and capacity assessment may be required. Post-contract award obligations cover contract execution, supplier quality performance monitoring, Eskom rights of access and information, preservation, quality audits, management of nonconformities, and special processes. The tenderer must accept Eskom's Supplier Quality Requirements under specification 240-105658000 and the ISO 9001 standard.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Quality compliance
Section
Source: 240-68099512 Form A_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdfThe form records Eskom's quality representative as Asanda Msomi (Quality Representative), dated 18 September 2026. It confirms that pre-contract award quality requirements apply and that quality audits related conditions under clause 3.8 of specification 240-105658000 form part of the contract. The tenderer's quality representative must sign the form to accept the Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements and the ISO 9001 standard.
Description
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdfPurpose
Eskom group covered
Important Dates
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Pack validity
Contact Information
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Group Tax (copy of completed pack)
Referral
Submission Guidelines
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Returnable pack
Disqualification risk
Returnable Documents
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Returnable pack
Pricing Schedule
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdfTax treatment of labour brokers
Financial Requirements
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)PAYE withholding
Recovery of tax
Compliance Requirements
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Pack completion
Classification tests applied
Contractual Terms
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Contractor obligations
Requirements
Source: Supplier Evaluation Pack for 01 March 2026 to 28 February 2027.pdf (unknown)Applicability
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-109253302 _ Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP or ITP)-rev 3 (003).pdf (unknown)Quality control plan / inspection and test plan (QCP/ITP)
Quality Management
Source: 240-109253302 _ Quality Control Plan or Inspection Test Plan (QCP or ITP)-rev 3 (003).pdfQuality control plan / inspection and test plan (QCP/ITP)
Description
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdfProvision of SPU meter reading services for various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis over a thirty-six (36) month period.
Important Dates
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Closing
No compulsory briefing, site visit or clarification deadline is stated in this part of the bid pack.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Safety submission pack — returnable documents
Submission channel, address and number of copies are not stated in this part of the bid pack.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Safety evaluation — Low Risk Category (SPU Meter Reading Contract)
Technical Specifications
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope
Compliance Requirements
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Safety compliance documents required
No CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB or local content requirements are stated in this part of the bid pack.
Health & Safety
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdfSafety evaluation criteria for the Low Risk Category (SPU Meter Reading Contract)
Section
Source: Part 5 - Safety Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdfSafety evaluation criteria apply to the Low Risk Category for the SPU Meter Reading Contract. Bidders must submit the specified safety information for assessment; no scoring weights or minimum pass mark are given.
Submission Guidelines
Source: low risk evaluation criteria.pdf (unknown)Returnable SHE documents (all five are mandatory)
Consequence
Evaluation Criteria
Source: low risk evaluation criteria.pdf (unknown)SHE evaluation — Annexure C 2, Low Risk Category
Compliance Requirements
Source: low risk evaluation criteria.pdf (unknown)SHE compliance documents
Signatory requirements
Health & Safety
Source: low risk evaluation criteria.pdfSHE documents assessed (Low Risk Category)
Scoring
Section
Source: low risk evaluation criteria.pdfSHE scoring — Annexure C 2, Low Risk Category
Compliance Requirements
Source: BEE_Affidavit-EME-Gen.pdf (unknown)B-BBEE evidence (EME)
Description
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.pdfApplicability
Purpose
Supplier undertakings
Contact Information
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.pdf (unknown)Ethics and fraud reporting
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.pdf (unknown)Returnable document
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.pdf (unknown)Integrity Declaration Form
Non-disclosure agreement
Conduct obligations
Reporting
Consequences
Contractual Terms
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact.pdfDuration
Governing law
Supplier discipline
Eskom's commitments
Description
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdfEskom Holdings SOC Ltd invites tenders for an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services across various areas of the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis for thirty-six (36) months.
Important Dates
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Closing
Clarification meeting (non-compulsory)
Clarification queries
Briefing Session
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Non-compulsory online clarification meeting
Contact Information
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Eskom Representative (all queries and clarifications)
Tender management
Fraud and corruption reporting
Submission
Submission Guidelines
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Submission method
Returnable documents — disqualifiable at closing
Returnable documents — non-disqualifiable at closing (may be requested in writing within 5 working days, failing which the bid is disqualified)
Required for contract award
Joint ventures — additional documents
Other documents
Disqualification risks
Returnable Documents
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Disqualifiable at closing
Non-disqualifiable at closing (may be requested in writing within 5 working days, failing which the bid is disqualified)
Required for contract award
Joint ventures — additional documents
Other documents
Submission format
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation stages
Functionality
Price
Preference points (80/20 system)
Ranking and award
Technical Specifications
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Scope
Documentation
Quality Management
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Quality requirements
Pricing Schedule
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdfPricing requirements
Financial Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Pricing
Payment terms
Other
Compliance Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility
Grounds for disqualification
Registration and tax
B-bbee
Employment equity
Other
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Preference points
Evidence required to claim points
Consequences
Subcontracting
Health & Safety
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdfSafety returnables required with the tender:
Environmental
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdfEnvironmental returnables required with the tender:
Alternative route (Part B)
Detailed returnables are set out in Part 6 — Environmental Evaluation Criteria Requirements.
Contractual Terms
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdfContract form
Payment
Other
Requirements
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility
Bidders are ineligible if
Basic compliance requires
Other
Section
Source: Invitation to Tender (ITT) - SPU Meter Reading.pdfFunctionality
Price
Preference points (80/20)
Ranking and selection
Description
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdfProvision of SPU meter reading services on an as-and-when-required basis for the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, over a 36-month period.
Important Dates
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Closing: 2 November 2026 at 10:00.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Returnable documents
Consequence of omission
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Preference point system: 80/20 (price 80 points, specific goals 20 points).
B-BBEE status level points (80/20 system)
Objective criteria
SDL&I commitments
Technical Specifications
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Scope
Skills development obligation
Methodology
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdfSkills development may be delivered by the bidder directly or through its supply network, and SETA-accredited training providers may be used for scarce and critical skills. The targets exclude Eskom employees and registered learners, and the bidder bears the full cost of training with no Eskom contribution; SETA grants, subsidies and incentives, and SARS tax rebates for skills development, may be accessed.
Pricing Schedule
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdfBids must be priced on the Price Schedule issued with the tender. Where a contract combines local and imported goods or services, the response must be split into its components; local procurement content equals total spend less the imported component.
Financial Requirements
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Pricing
Penalties and security
Compliance Requirements
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)B-BBEE evidence
Sworn affidavit validity
Other documents
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)A B-BBEE sworn affidavit must record the deponent's name and identity number as per the identity document; the deponent's designation as director, owner or member; the enterprise name per CIPC registration and its business address; black, black female and designated-group ownership percentages (black beneficiary percentage for specialised enterprises under Statement 004) with no blank spaces; total revenue for the year under review and whether it is based on audited financial statements or management accounts; the financial year end used to determine that revenue; a single B-BBEE status level; and the empowering supplier status, with QSEs selecting the basis. The deponent and the Commissioner of Oaths must sign on the same date, in each other's presence, with the Commissioner's stamp, and the Commissioner may not be an employee or ex officio of the enterprise.
Health & Safety
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdfA B-BBEE sworn affidavit is only valid if it records the deponent's name and identity number as per the identity document, the deponent's designation as director, owner or member, the enterprise name per CIPC registration and its business address, the black, black female and designated-group ownership percentages with no blank spaces, the total revenue for the year under review and whether it comes from audited financial statements or management accounts, the financial year end, a single B-BBEE status level, and the empowering supplier status. The deponent and the Commissioner of Oaths must sign on the same date in each other's presence, with the Commissioner's stamp; the Commissioner may not be an employee or ex officio of the enterprise.
Contractual Terms
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Suppliers must submit a yearly SDL&I compliance report on the Data Collection Template. Eskom reviews the report within 30 days of receipt and notifies the supplier in writing of any unmet obligations. The supplier must then implement corrective measures before the next report, failing which the retention clauses are invoked. Each contract carries an SDL&I Implementation Schedule that the supplier must complete and return to the SDL&I representative for acceptance within 28 days of contract award; it is the reference document for monitoring and reporting progress against the stated SDL&I commitments.
Requirements
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Objective criteria are a condition of contract award, and failing them may lead to the second-ranked bidder being recommended. No CIDB compulsory training or Construction Skills Development Goal percentage applies; where a CSDG percentage does apply, failing it makes a bid non-responsive. The National Industrial Participation Programme and mandatory subcontracting as a condition of award do not apply.
Section
Source: Bidders Document - SPU Meter Reading.pdfA maximum of 20 points is awarded for the specific goal. Specific-goal points are added to price points and the total rounded to two decimal places; the highest-scoring bidder is awarded the contract under section 2(1)(f) of the PPPF Act. B-BBEE status level points: Level 1 = 10 (90/10) or 20 (80/20); Level 2 = 9 or 18; Level 3 = 6 or 14; Level 4 = 5 or 12; Level 5 = 4 or 8; Level 6 = 3 or 6; Level 7 = 2 or 4; Level 8 = 1 or 2; non-compliant = 0. Missing preference-point documentation does not disqualify a bid, but forfeits the 20 specific-goal points and limits the bidder to price points out of 80.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Evironmental Tender Evaluation SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Evaluation is based on the submission of mandatory environmental documents. Each document is scored 0 (not submitted or does not meet minimum requirements) or 1 (submitted and meets minimum requirements). The tenderer must submit:
Failure to submit any document or submitting one that does not satisfy minimum requirements results in a score of 0 and potential disqualification.
Technical Specifications
Source: Evironmental Tender Evaluation SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)The tenderer must provide:
Compliance Requirements
Source: Evironmental Tender Evaluation SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Mandatory compliance documents:
Health & Safety
Source: Evironmental Tender Evaluation SPU Meter Reading.pdfThe tenderer must submit a signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHEQ rules and requirements (Annexure B).
Environmental
Source: Evironmental Tender Evaluation SPU Meter Reading.pdfThe Environmental Management Plan must address environmental incident management and emergency planning for environmental incidents. The supplier's Environmental (or SHE/SHEQ) policy must be signed by the Company Owner/CEO/MD and commit to compliance with environmental obligations and environmental duty of care. An ISO 14001 certificate is required.
Description
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdfThe tender is for the establishment of an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis, for 36 months.
Important Dates
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Closing date: 18 September 2026 (per document; note tender record lists closing date as 2 November 2026 at 10:00 – verify with the issuing office).
No briefing or site visit is mentioned in the provided document.
Contact Information
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Eskom representative: Asanda Msomi
Date issued: 18 September 2026
No email, telephone, or address provided in the document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Returnable documents (Category 3 – Quality Requirements):
All returnables must be submitted with the bid. Failure to submit any required document may affect evaluation.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Quality requirements are evaluated as pass/fail (indicator = 1). Each section must be provided to score. Sections and their scores:
Total possible quality score: 12. No minimum qualifying score is stated in the document.
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Scope: Provision of SPU meter reading services for various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis, for a period of 36 months.
Quality requirements apply as per specification 240-105658000 and related references.
Quality Management
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Bidders must provide a completed and signed Form A as part of the quality requirements.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)No specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax clearance, B-BBEE, CIDB) are stated in the provided document. Bidders must comply with the quality requirements listed.
Section
Source: 240-12248652_List of Tender Returnables_Cat 3_ SPU Route Meter Reading.pdfQuality requirements are evaluated per section with scores: Section A (7), Section B (2), Section C (1), Section D (1), Section E (1). Total 12. No minimum score stated.
Description
Source: Part 3 - SDL&I Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdfThe agreement covers the provision of SPU Meter Reading Services for various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis, for a period of 36 months.
Important Dates
Source: Part 3 - SDL&I Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Closing date: 02 November 2026 at 10:00 AM
Submission Guidelines
Source: Part 3 - SDL&I Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Returnable documents: Part 3 – SDL&I Submission Pack must be completed and submitted with the tender. The tenderer name must be filled in on the cover page. No other submission details are provided in this document.
Technical Specifications
Source: Part 3 - SDL&I Submission Pack - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope: Provision of SPU Meter Reading Services for various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division.
Contract type: Enabling agreement, on an as-and-when-required basis.
Contract period: 36 months.
Important Dates
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)Closing date: 2 November 2026 at 10:00
Site inspection: A physical site inspection will be conducted at the bidder's premises before award. Date and time not stated; the bidder must be prepared to provide the required certificates and equipment on the day of the visit.
No other dates (briefing, site visit, clarification deadlines) are stated in the document.
Contact Information
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)No contact names, emails, or telephone numbers are stated in the document.
Submission address: Not stated.
Service/delivery area: KwaZulu Natal Operating Unit, Central East Cluster (various areas including Margate, Pietermaritzburg, Empangeni, Newcastle, and surrounding towns).
Submission Guidelines
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)Returnable documents: The bid pack must include the completed and signed SBD/MBD forms (Invitation to Bid, Pricing Schedule, Declaration of Interest, Preference Points Claim, Declaration for Local Production and Content, Contract Form, Declaration of Bidder's Past Supply Chain Management Practices, Certificate of Independent Bid Determination, and Authority to Sign). Each form commits the bidder to its stated obligations; a false declaration or unsigned form may disqualify the bid.
Submission method: Not stated in the document. The closing date is 2 November 2026 at 10:00 (from the tender record).
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)Evaluation stages:
Preference points system: Not stated in the document (no 80/20 or 90/10 split given).
Technical Specifications
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)Scope of work:
Equipment and vehicles:
Access and conduct:
Information and data:
Areas and routes:
Financial Requirements
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)Pricing format:
Payment conditions:
Penalties and recovery:
No bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention, or payment terms are stated in the document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Scope of Work - SPU METER READING.pdf (unknown)No specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE level, CIDB grading, CIPC registration) are stated in the document.
Staff accreditation:
Site inspection:
Other:
Submission Guidelines
Source: Acknowledgement Form for Eskom SHE Rules and other Requirements.pdf (unknown)Returnable document
No submission channel, address, closing time or copy requirements are stated in this document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Acknowledgement Form for Eskom SHE Rules and other Requirements.pdf (unknown)OHS compliance
Verification
Health & Safety
Source: Acknowledgement Form for Eskom SHE Rules and other Requirements.pdfOHS obligations and contractor oversight
Contractual Terms
Source: Acknowledgement Form for Eskom SHE Rules and other Requirements.pdfManagement of contractors and suppliers
The main contractor or supplier must:
Description
Source: Part 2 - Technical - SPU Meter Reading.pdfAn enabling agreement is to be established for SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division. Services are rendered on an as-and-when-required basis over a thirty-six (36) month period.
Important Dates
Source: Part 2 - Technical - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Closing
No compulsory briefing, site visit or clarification deadline is stated in this volume.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Part 2 - Technical - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Submission channel and packaging details are not set out in the technical requirements volume; bidders must confirm the returnable documents and delivery method in the main bid document.
Technical Specifications
Source: Part 2 - Technical - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope
Description
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdfEskom requires an enabling agreement for SPU meter reading services in the various areas of the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division. Work is called off on an as-and-when-required basis over a thirty-six (36) month period under the NEC3 Term Services Contract (TSC). Enquiry number: E3628DXKZNOU. Closing: 02 November 2026 at 10:00.
Important Dates
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Closing date and time: 02 November 2026 at 10:00.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Submission method
Mandatory returnables — disqualifiable if not submitted by closing
Mandatory returnables — non-disqualifiable
Returnables required for contract award
Disqualification risks
Returnable Documents
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Disqualifiable returnables — due by the closing date and time
Non-disqualifiable returnables — due by closing, or within 5 working days of a written request, failing which the bid is disqualified
Required for contract award
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Preference point system: 80/20 (applicable to requirements up to R50 000 000 including all taxes).
Price scoring
Specific goals
Stage 1 — compliance gate
Technical Specifications
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope
Pricing deliverable
Financial Requirements
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Pricing format
Compliance Requirements
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Eligibility
Registration and tax
Statutory certificates
B-bbee
Disqualification risks
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)B-BBEE evidence
Claiming points
Requirements
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Eligibility
Documents to attach
Submission
Section
Source: Part 1 Commercial Tender Returnbles - SPU Meter Reading.pdfThe 80/20 preference point system applies: a maximum of 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals, out of a total of 100 points.
Description
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdfMeter reading services for Eskom's KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division, on an as-and-when-required basis over 36 months. Bidders must hold a meter reading authorisation from Eskom KZN OU, another Eskom OU, or a municipality.
Submission Guidelines
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdf (unknown)Returnable evidence — certified copies, none older than 3 months:
Returnable Documents
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdf (unknown)Certified copies, none older than 3 months:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdf (unknown)Evaluation is against mandatory technical criteria; points are scored per item and deducted for shortfalls.
Experience (30 points)
Skills (4 certificates/authorisations per criterion for maximum points)
Training (4 certificates per criterion for maximum points)
Tools and equipment (4 units per criterion for maximum points)
Vehicles (4 different vehicles for maximum points)
Technical Specifications
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdf (unknown)Scope
Capacity requirements
Experience & Qualifications
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdfMeter Reading Experience — 30 points.
Evidence: proof of meter reading contracts showing start and end dates and scope, issued to the bidding company; certified copies no older than 3 months. Concurrent contracts are not cumulative. Where the company has no experience, an employee's meter reading authorisation may be used.
Required qualifications: Meter Reading Course Certificate (Eskom EAL or accredited external training provider); ORLVS Training Certificate or valid LV permit/authorisation; Meter Reading Authorisation (Eskom KZN OU, other Eskom OU, or municipality).
Compliance Requirements
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdf (unknown)B-bbee
Experience
Skills and training
Tools, equipment and vehicles
Health & Safety
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdfSafety training and equipment required:
Requirements
Source: SPU Technical Criteria.pdf (unknown)Mandatory minimums for maximum points:
Submission Guidelines
Source: Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdf (TENDER)Quality submission pack (Category 3) — documents required with the bid:
Bidder identification: tenderer name and enquiry number E3628DXKZNOU must appear on the submission.
Closing: 02 November 2026 at 10:00.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdf (TENDER)Assessment is against the Category 3 quality requirements. The tenderer's QMS documentation, draft contract quality plan and quality control plan are reviewed for compliance with the stated ISO 9001:2015 clauses, ISO 10005 and QM 58.
No scoring split, preference point system (80/20 or 90/10) or minimum qualifying score is stated.
Technical Specifications
Source: Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdf (TENDER)Scope: provision of SPU meter reading services across various areas in the KZN Operating Unit, Central East Cluster, Distribution Division.
Basis of supply: as and when required.
Contract period: thirty-six (36) months.
Quality deliverables to be produced:
Quality Management
Source: Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdfCategory 3 quality requirements — tenderers must submit:
Compliance Requirements
Source: Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdf (TENDER)Quality management system compliance (Category 3):
No CSD, tax clearance, B-BBEE level or CIDB grading requirement is stated.
Section
Source: Part 4 Quality Submission Pack.pdfThe quality submission is assessed on the tenderer's quality management documentation, its draft contract quality plan and its quality control plan or ITP.
Assessors look for a quality policy and quality objectives signed off by top management, and for documented processes covering document control, nonconforming outputs, corrective action and internal audit.
No weighting, scoring formula or pass mark is stated.
Submission Guidelines
Source: PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Environmental submission — tenderers submit either Part A or Part B, not both.
Part A (pre-requisite)
Part B
Cover page
Technical Specifications
Source: PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope
Environmental deliverables
Compliance Requirements
Source: PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Environmental
Occupational health and safety
Contractor and supplier management
Health & Safety
Source: PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdfOHS acknowledgement
Standards to comply with when working for Eskom
After award
Environmental
Source: PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdfPart A requirements
Part B requirements
Both parts
Contractual Terms
Source: PART 6 - Environmental Submission - SPU Meter Reading.pdfContractor and supplier management obligations on the main supplier
Submission Guidelines
Source: SDL & I Check list - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)Returnable documents (SDL&I checklist) — complete, sign and submit with the bid:
Returnable Documents
Source: SDL & I Check list - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)SDL&I checklist — documents to complete, sign and submit:
Marked not applicable: SBD 6.2, Annexure C, Annexure D, Annexure E, proof of sub-contracting agreement(s), and sub-contractor B-BBEE evidence.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SDL & I Check list - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (TENDER)B-BBEE and ownership evidence
Local content and sub-contracting
Submission Guidelines
Source: E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.pdf (unknown)Submission channel: Eskom e-Tendering solution.
Returnable document:
Disqualification risk:
Returnable Documents
Source: E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.pdf (unknown)E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form — mandatory returnable for e-Tendering. The bidder declares it has completed self-training through the e-Tendering Noddy Guide, video or clarification meeting and is able to operate the e-Tendering solution. The form must be fully completed and submitted to Eskom within the prescribed period; failure to do so makes the bid non-responsive and disqualifies the bidder from the procurement process.
Compliance Requirements
Source: E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.pdf (unknown)Mandatory returnable: E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form — confirms the bidder has trained on the e-Tendering solution and can operate it. Non-submission or incomplete completion renders the bid non-responsive.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdf (unknown)Returnable document
Technical Specifications
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdf (unknown)Scope
Methodology
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdfMethod statements and procedures
Experience & Qualifications
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdfPersonnel and interfacing documents
Quality Management
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdfContract Quality Plan requirements
The tenderer must prepare a Contract Quality Plan aligned to SANS 466:2005 and ISO 10005:2005, covering:
Contractual Terms
Source: 240-109253698 CQP Template 2021.pdfPost-delivery obligations to be addressed in the Contract Quality Plan
Description
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfEskom requires a suitably qualified contractor to read Small Power User (SPU) meters across the various areas of the KwaZulu Natal Operating Unit, in the Central East Cluster of the Distribution Division, in both urban and rural areas.
Important Dates
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Closing: 2 November 2026 at 10:00
Contract starting date: 15 June 2027
Service period: 36 months from the starting date
Site inspection: a physical inspection is conducted at the contractor's premises to verify a roadworthy vehicle (certificate of roadworthiness to be produced on the day of the visit), a Garmin GPS unit and a digital camera
Reading timeline: the contractor has 4 days to read each meter route; reading dates are set by Eskom's billing window and coordinated by the relevant Eskom official
Payment assessment interval: 26th of each month to the 25th of the following month
Contact Information
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Service Manager
25 Valley View Road
New Germany
3610
Employer
Megawatt Park
Maxwell Drive
Sandton
Johannesburg
Contract acceptance signatory
Submission Guidelines
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Returnable documents
Alternative tenders must be submitted on a separate copy of the Form of Offer and Acceptance.
Contractor's plan
Task orders
Technical Specifications
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Scope
Reading and evidence requirements
Timeline and route management
Non-payment and recovery
Equipment and resources
Reporting and administration
Photograph standards
Information ownership
Methodology
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Method of execution
Reporting and administration
Resources
Photograph standards
Non-payment and recovery
Information ownership
Experience & Qualifications
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfKey people
Quality Management
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfQuality assurance
Site inspection of contractor resources
Work quality consequences
Pricing Schedule
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfPricing data
Financial Requirements
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Pricing format
Payment terms
Price adjustment
Liability limits
Securities and insurance
Compliance Requirements
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdf (unknown)Contracting entity
Subcontracting and assignment
Joint ventures
B-bbee
Ethics
Termination
Confidentiality
Compensation events
Health, safety and environment
Health & Safety
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfHealth and safety
Environmental
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfEnvironmental requirements
Contractual Terms
Source: NEC3 TSC - SPU Meter Reading.pdfContract framework
Duration and start
Payment
Price adjustment
Liability
Task orders
Additional conditions Z1 to Z11
Dispute resolution
Compliance Requirements
Source: KEY Elements when completing a Sworn Affidavit.pdf (unknown)B-BBEE evidence
Sworn affidavit validity requirements
Disqualifying defect
Description
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdfAddenda to an invitation are issued on the same platform as the original invitation and form part of the tender documents. All communication between Eskom and a bidder is in writing, in English, and only through the Eskom Representative.
Important Dates
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Compulsory meetings
Clarifications
Briefing Session
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)A site visit and/or clarification meeting is compulsory where the Tender Data identifies it as such; failure to attend disqualifies the bidder. Details are in the Tender Data, and bidders may ask questions for clarity at the meeting.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Submission channel
Packaging
Returnables
Disqualification risks
Returnable Documents
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory returnables must reach Eskom by the closing date and time, and returnables required for contract award before award. Every document, form and schedule must be completed, and any certificate, proof of registration or similar must be valid, current and, where stipulated, original for the whole tender validity period.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation stages
Ranking
Arithmetical errors
Quality Management
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdfEskom does not reimburse any costs of preparing, submitting, testing or negotiating a tender. The Acknowledgement Form must be completed and submitted with the tender and must state whether the bid covers the whole or part of the specified works, services or supply.
Pricing Schedule
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdfState rates and prices in South African Rand unless directed otherwise, at the exchange rate and base date stipulated in the invitation.
Financial Requirements
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Pricing
Security and insurance
Financial capacity
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility
Registrations and certifications
Contract obligations
Disqualification and penalties
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)The B-BBEE level is scored from the CSD report, certificate or affidavit. Where B-BBEE is a pre-qualification criterion, proof must be submitted by the closing date and time or the bid is disqualified; the same applies to sub-contractors' B-BBEE status and CSD number or certificate where sub-contracting to designated groups is a pre-qualification criterion. A level in dispute, fraudulent or expired disqualifies the bid. For PPPFA point allocation, a missing, fraudulent or expired certificate or affidavit does not disqualify an otherwise acceptable bid but scores zero points.
Health & Safety
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdfBidders must prove to Eskom's satisfaction that SHEQ systems, policies and capabilities are in place at the closing date and time and/or at contract award, with all SHEQ costs and personnel reflected in the bid.
Contractual Terms
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdfAuthorised signatories of both parties complete and sign the original and one copy of the Form of Agreement.
Requirements
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdf (TENDER)Eskom notifies the successful bidder of acceptance before the validity period expires, and informs successful and unsuccessful bidders only after approval by the Eskom Adjudication Authority. For open tenders the notification is published on the Eskom Tender Bulletin and the National Treasury e-Tender Portal.
Section
Source: Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender.pdfReverse e-auction uses the 90/10 or 80/20 price and preference point systems. Where it applies, the invitation says so and the supporting documents are issued with it; bidders submit a complete tender without prices, and any prices included are disregarded.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 4 of 2006
Relevant to electricity, generation, transmission, distribution and energy-service procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance.
Act 107 of 1998
Relevant where environmental authorisations, EIAs or environmental compliance may apply.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance.
Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance.
Act 40 of 2004
Relevant to regulated electricity, piped-gas and petroleum-pipeline activities.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance.
Address
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Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
29
Last checked
30 Sept 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
Tenders SA is not the issuing authority. All tenders are automatically synced from the official government tender portal. Always confirm final submission details, closing dates, briefing sessions, eligibility requirements, and documents on the official government portal before applying.
Key Personnel
Provinces Active
Industries
Median Estimate
R 2 177 629
Range
Based on 25 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
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