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.
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
1 Maxwell drive - Sunninghill - Johannesburg - 2001
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
28 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-171905
ESKOM requires a training provider to deliver two accredited courses—work at height assessment and fall protection plan training, and hauling (aerial rigging) training for telecommunications employees—on an as-and-when-required basis for four years at any ESKOM training centre. The contract is a nec3 professional services contract (psc3) under main option g (term contract), with pricing per person per course and separate reimbursement for travel and subsistence. Bidders must be accredited training providers with qcto/seta registration, provide facilitator cvs, and commit to 100% local content and skills development targets.
Accreditation: Bidders must be accredited training providers (QCTO/SETA) and submit registration letters with SAQA qualification IDs; only accredited facilitators, assessors and moderators may be used.
Pricing: Fixed negotiated rates apply—Course 1 (Work at Height Assessment and Fall Protection Plan) R8,400 per person for 3 days; Course 2 (Hauling/Aerial Rigging) R2,700 per person for 3 days; prices exclude VAT and cannot be changed.
Travel and subsistence: Claims limited to R3.60/km (no claims within 50 km of training site), 3-star accommodation or B&B, economy flights; car rental only with Employer's Agent approval.
Skills development: For every R1,000,000 received from Eskom, one person must be trained (e.g., facilitator, moderator, assessor, or office administrator).
Local content: 100% local content is mandatory.
B-BBEE: Notify Eskom of any B-BBEE status change within 7 days and submit updated verification certificate within 30 days; a decrease in status may lead to renegotiation or termination.
Returnables: Complete and sign Form of Offer & Acceptance (C1.1), Contract Data (C1.2b), Pricing Data (Part C2), CVs of key persons and facilitators, and proof of accreditation; unsigned or omitted forms risk disqualification.
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Date & Time
Thursday, 15 October 2026 - 10:00
Venue
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Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
1 Maxwell drive - Sunninghill - Johannesburg - 2001
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Submission Guidelines
Source: E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)28 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
15 Oct
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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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.
E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docx
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NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf
The department requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as‑and‑when‑required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom training centre.
Annexure H - SBD 1 - Part A - Invitation to Bid and Part B - Terms and Conditions for Bidding.docx
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Annexure C - Tenderer_s Particulars.docx
Fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom facility. Bidders must complete Annexure C with their particulars, including registration details with Eskom, the Central Supplier Database, and SARS.
Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf
Provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom location.
Annexure F - CPA (IG) Requirements for Foreign Goods and Services.docx
The tender seeks the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any ESKOM. This training is designed to support safety compliance and operational capabilities within the utility sector.
Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf
The department requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as‑and‑when‑required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom site.
E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.docx
The department requires provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for four years at any Eskom location.
Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docx
Eskom requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for four years at any Eskom location. The tender includes local content declaration requirements under the designated sectors framework.
Annexure J - SBD 4 - Tenderer_s Disclosure.docx
Eskom requires a service provider for fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for four years, at any Eskom location. The tender includes a standard declaration of interest form (SBD 4) that bidders must complete and sign.
Eskom General Conditions of Purchase - 31 May 2024.pdf
Eskom requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom site.
Annexure I - SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form in terms of The PPR 2022.docx
The tender seeks the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any ESKOM employee, requiring compliance with the 90/10 preference point system.
Authorisation Form - 08 November 2024.pdf
Eskom requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a four-year period at any Eskom site.
Annexure D - Integrity Declaration Form.docx
ESKOM requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any ESKOM location. The procurement is national in scope with a closing date of 15 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC.
Annexure B – Supplier Tender Receiving Acknowledgement Form.docx
Analysis completed but response format was invalid
Annexure G - Tax Compliance Questionnaire for Foreign Suppliers (Manadatory for foreign suppliers to complete) - April 2024.docx
Supply and delivery of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom.
E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd requires the provision of Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom Training Centre.
Annexure E - Contract Price Adjustment (CPA) Requirements for Local Goods and Services.docx
Eskom requires the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom site nationally.
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Returnable documents:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)Submission of the completed E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form is mandatory prior to e-tendering. Bidders who fail to submit it will be disqualified.
Description
Source: Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docxStandard declaration certificate (SBD 6.2) for local production and content in designated sectors, with annexures C, D and E for summary and supporting schedules. No tender-specific scope or requirements are contained in this document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docx (unknown)Returnable forms — all must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid:
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docx (unknown)Local content compliance is a mandatory requirement for designated sectors. The bid must meet the stipulated minimum threshold(s) for local production and content as specified in Annex A of SATS 1286:2011 (threshold values are not stated in this document). The local content percentage is calculated as LC = [1 - x / y]
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docx (unknown)This document is a standard declaration form (SBD 6.2) and its annexures for local production and content compliance in designated sectors. It does not contain the technical scope, deliverables, quantities or service levels for the fall protection planner and aerial rigging training tender. Those details are in the main tender document.
Financial Requirements
Source: Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docx (unknown)Pricing for local content calculation: the bid price (y) excludes VAT. Imported content (x) must be converted to Rand using the South African Reserve Bank exchange rate published at 12:00 on the date of advertisement of the bid. Bidders must submit proof of the SARB rate(s) used. No bid security, guarantee, retention or payment terms are specified in this document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure G1-G4 - SBD 6.2 - Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content for Designated Sectors - 14 March 2025.docx (unknown)Mandatory compliance for designated sectors:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure I - SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form in terms of The PPR 2022.docx (unknown)The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 system (for requirements up to R50 million) or the 90/10 system (for requirements above R50 million). The specific system will be determined based on the lowest acceptable tender once bids are received. Points are allocated for price and for specific goals as stated in the tender. Bidders must submit proof or documentation to claim preference points for specific goals; failure to do so means no points are claimed for those goals. The organ of state may require substantiation of any preference claim at any time.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure I - SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form in terms of The PPR 2022.docx (unknown)Bidders must complete and submit SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form) to claim preference points for specific goals under the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. The form requires the bidder to declare the company name, registration number, and type of company, and to certify that the points claimed are true and correct. Fraudulent claims may lead to disqualification, recovery of costs, contract cancellation, restriction from doing business with the state for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
Description
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docxThe procurement is for fall protection planner and aerial rigging training services, to be provided on an as-and-when-required basis for four years at any Eskom site. The supplied document is the Eskom eTendering system supplier help manual, which explains how to register and submit bids electronically. It does not contain the tender specification, evaluation criteria, or other tender-specific details.
Important Dates
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)Closing date: 15 October 2026 at 10:00 (from tender record).
Contact Information
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)For system problems or tender enquiries, contact the buyer responsible for the published tender. No specific contact details are provided in the document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)Submission is electronic only via the Eskom eTendering system at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za. Bidders must register on the system and verify their email address before submitting. A CSD number is required for access. Upload documents under the correct category (technical, commercial, finance, etc.). Verify all documents are uploaded before finalising. Click 'Finalize Submission' then 'Finalise and Close Submission' to complete. A confirmation email with the submission ID is sent; keep it for reference. File size limits: each file up to 50MB, total upload up to 900MB. No physical submission at Eskom offices.
Technical Specifications
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)The tender is for the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location. The document provided is the eTendering system user manual, not the technical specification. No further technical details are available.
Compliance Requirements
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.docx (unknown)Bidders must have a CSD (Central Supplier Database) number to access the eTendering system and submit a bid.
Description
Source: Annexure H - SBD 1 - Part A - Invitation to Bid and Part B - Terms and Conditions for Bidding.docxProvision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure H - SBD 1 - Part A - Invitation to Bid and Part B - Terms and Conditions for Bidding.docx (unknown)Bids must be delivered to the correct address by the stipulated closing time; late bids will not be considered.
All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not re-typed) or in the manner prescribed in the bid document.
The successful bidder will be required to complete and sign a written contract form (SBD 7).
Returnable documents include:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure H - SBD 1 - Part A - Invitation to Bid and Part B - Terms and Conditions for Bidding.docx (unknown)Evaluation will be subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 and the Preferential Procurement Regulations. No specific scoring split or minimum qualifying score is stated in the available document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure H - SBD 1 - Part A - Invitation to Bid and Part B - Terms and Conditions for Bidding.docx (unknown)Bidders must comply with tax obligations and submit a SARS-issued tax compliance status PIN (or a printed TCS certificate) to enable verification. Alternatively, a CSD number may be provided if registered on the Central Supplier Database.
For consortia, joint ventures, or sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
Bids will not be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors who are persons in the service of the state, or close corporations with members who are persons in the service of the state.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure D - Integrity Declaration Form.docx (unknown)Returnable documents: Annexure D - Integrity Declaration Form must be completed and submitted with the bid. No other submission details are provided in the source.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure D - Integrity Declaration Form.docx (unknown)The scope is the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location. No further technical details are available in the source.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure B – Supplier Tender Receiving Acknowledgement Form.docx (unknown)Returnable documents: Annexure B – Supplier Tender Receiving Acknowledgement Form, which confirms receipt of the tender pack and any addenda, states whether the documentation is correct or incomplete, and indicates the bidder's position on providing cataloguing information (agreeing to provide it, having already supplied it under a previous contract/order, or not intending to provide it with reasons). The form must be completed, signed by an authorised signatory, and returned with the bid.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure B – Supplier Tender Receiving Acknowledgement Form.docx (unknown)The tender is for the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location. No further technical details are provided in the available document.
Description
Source: Annexure G - Tax Compliance Questionnaire for Foreign Suppliers (Manadatory for foreign suppliers to complete) - April 2024.docxThe scope is the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four years at any Eskom location.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure G - Tax Compliance Questionnaire for Foreign Suppliers (Manadatory for foreign suppliers to complete) - April 2024.docx (unknown)Returnable documents:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure G - Tax Compliance Questionnaire for Foreign Suppliers (Manadatory for foreign suppliers to complete) - April 2024.docx (unknown)Foreign suppliers with no local footprint are exempt from submitting a tax clearance certificate and from registering on the Central Supplier Database, provided they truthfully complete the questionnaire. Local suppliers must hold a valid tax clearance certificate/pin from SARS and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure G - Tax Compliance Questionnaire for Foreign Suppliers (Manadatory for foreign suppliers to complete) - April 2024.docx (unknown)Foreign suppliers with no local footprint are exempt from tax clearance and CSD registration, but must complete the Tax Compliance Questionnaire for Foreign Suppliers. Local suppliers must have a valid SARS tax clearance certificate/pin and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
Description
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdfThe scope of work is to provide Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any of Eskom Training Centres. The training is required to ensure that safety, health, and environmental training is provided to all employees performing tasks that can have a significant environmental impact or cause harm to people, in line with Procedure 32-477 (Safety, Health, and Environment Training and Development). The training aims to ensure employees are competent as described in Eskom requirements, operating criteria, or legal requirements, and to contribute to increasing responsible behaviour and embedding the Zero Harm value.
Contact Information
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Employer's Agent
Employer
Submission Guidelines
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
Submission method and address: not stated in the document.
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Evaluation criteria are not detailed in the document. The document states that all service providers will be evaluated and reference checks will be undertaken to verify accreditation. Bidders must be VAT-registered, maintain required insurance, comply with ethics provisions, and ensure 100% local content.
Technical Specifications
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Scope: Provision of Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any of Eskom Training Centres.
Course 1: Work at Height Assessment and Fall Protection Plan Training
Course 2: Hauling (Aerial Rigging) Training for Telecommunications Employees
Training delivery:
Methodology
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Training delivery methodology:
Experience & Qualifications
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdfKey personnel requirements:
Quality Management
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdfQuality requirements:
Financial Requirements
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Pricing is based on negotiated prices per course, excluding VAT:
Travel and subsistence costs are claimed separately at specified rates:
Payment terms:
Insurance and liability:
Compliance Requirements
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)B-BBEE requirements:
Skills development:
Local content:
Accreditation:
Other:
Health & Safety
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdfHealth and safety requirements:
Environmental
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdfEnvironmental requirements:
Contractual Terms
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdfContract type: NEC3 Professional Services Contract (PSC3) with main Option G (Term contract), dispute resolution Option W1, and secondary Options X2 (Changes in the law), X7 (Delay damages), X9 (Transfer of rights), X10 (Employer's Agent), X11 (Termination by the Employer), and Z (Additional conditions).
Key terms:
Additional conditions (Z clauses):
Special Conditions
Source: NEC PSC Contract Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging Training (002).pdf (unknown)Special conditions:
Description
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdfEskom requires the provision of Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom Training Centre. Tender number E3424CXMWP, issue date 28 September 2026, closing date 15 October 2026 at 10h00 SAST, validity period 180 days.
Important Dates
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Closing date: 15 October 2026 at 10:00 SAST
Clarification deadline: 3 working days before tender closing
Clarification meeting: none will be held
Tender validity: 180 days from closing date
Contact Information
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Eskom Representative (all queries):
All clarifications must be sent in writing to the Eskom Representative only. No queries to other Eskom officials.
Fraud/corruption reporting: 0800 11 2722 or [email protected]
Submission Guidelines
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Submission method: electronic only via Eskom E-tendering at https://etendering.eskom.co.za. No hard copies accepted. Upload documents under folders Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other. All documents in PDF format; price list in PDF and Excel. Upload size per document 500 MB, total submission 4 GB. No zip/condensed files. If resubmitting, only the latest version counts. Ensure submission status is marked complete. Late tenders are not accepted.
Returnable forms (disqualifiable if missing or unsigned at closing):
Non-disqualifiable returnables (5 working days to correct if requested):
Required prior to award:
JV/consortium additional documents: letter of intent, joint venture agreement stating joint and several liability, confirmation of single designated bank account.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation stages:
B-BBEE points (80/20 system): Level 1 = 20, Level 2 = 18, Level 3 = 14, Level 4 = 12, Level 5 = 8, Level 6 = 6, Level 7 = 4, Level 8 = 2, Non-compliant = 0.
Ranking: price score + specific goals score, highest to lowest. Objective criteria and reverse e-auction not applicable. No public tender opening; prices not read out.
Technical Specifications
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Scope: Provision of Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom Training Centre.
Training must be delivered at Eskom training centres as required. Full scope of work is in the NEC3 Scope of Work document.
Quality requirements (Category 3):
Safety requirements:
Quality Management
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdfQuality returnables: Category 3 List of Quality Requirements, Quality Control Plan / Inspection and Test Plan (QCP/ITP), Template for a Typical Contract Quality Plan, Form A (completed and signed).
Financial Requirements
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Pricing schedule must be submitted in PDF and Excel format. Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, compared on NPV basis. Unconditional discounts considered for evaluation; conditional discounts applied at payment.
Payment terms: Eskom pays within 30 days of receipt of undisputed invoices for contracts below R50 million (incl. VAT); within 60 days for contracts above R50 million (incl. VAT).
Eskom reserves the right to negotiate with preferred bidders if tendered prices are not market-related.
Financial viability: latest approved annual financial statements of the tendering company (not parent), including background, signed director's report, signed auditor's/reviewer's/compiler's/accounting officer's report, statement of financial position, comprehensive income, changes in equity, cash flows, notes. For non-audited SA entities: signed public interest score, ITA34C for current and previous years. For JV or SPV, each partner must submit its own financial statements.
Compliance Requirements
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory contractual requirements (assessed after evaluation, prior to award):
Additional contractual requirements (if applicable):
Eligibility criteria (disqualifying):
Tax compliance:
B-BBEE evidence (for preference points):
Employment Equity: designated employers must provide proof of compliance, including EE report submission to Department of Labour (SA tenderers only).
CIDB: not applicable for this tender.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)To claim preference points, submit valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit/CIPC affidavit, proof of ownership/shareholding (preferably CIPC) with breakdown, certified ID copies of shareholders, proof of disability where applicable. Failure to submit evidence results in 0 points for specific goals but not disqualification. Proof of B-BBEE status level means certificate issued by authorised body, sworn affidavit per B-BBEE Codes, or other requirement per B-BBEE Act.
Health & Safety
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdfSafety returnables: COIDA certificate of good standing or proof of application (SA tenderers), OHS Plan addressing project/scope OHS risks aligned with health and safety specification, Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA), Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent), OHS policy signed by CEO, 37(2) Eskom Agreement, Costing for Health and Safety Competency.
Contractual Terms
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdfContract will be the NEC3 Professional Service Contract. Mandatory contractual requirement: CSD registration. Additional: SHEQ, financial viability, SDL&I. Contractual requirements assessed after evaluation; failure may render bidder non-responsive. Payment terms: 30 days for contracts below R50m, 60 days above. Eskom may negotiate with preferred bidders if prices not market-related. Main contractors discouraged from subcontracting with subsidiaries; must declare if doing so.
Requirements
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility: must meet eligibility criteria, not under restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies, not a national of a country on international sanctions lists, not submit more than one tender (except due to size limits), JV/consortium must state joint and several liability, no conflict of interest, tender signed by authorised person, not restricted by National Treasury, not on Tender Defaulters list, not restricted by Eskom, must not subcontract 100% of scope. Basic compliance: meet eligibility, submit complete tender with commercial, financial and technical information, submit mandatory commercial returnables by deadlines.
Section
Source: E3424CXMWP_Invitation to Tender (ITT)_Fall Protection_23 September 2026.pdfFunctionality requirements: Technical 100%, threshold 70%, refer to Annexure K. Prices evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for variations, compared on NPV basis, unconditional discounts considered. Prices scored out of 80 points. Specific goals scored out of 20 points per PPPFA 80/20 system with B-BBEE status level points: Level 1=20, 2=18, 3=14, 4=12, 5=8, 6=6, 7=4, 8=2, Non-compliant=0. Tenderers ranked by adding price and specific goals scores. Objective criteria not applicable. Reverse e-auction not applicable.
Important Dates
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Closing date: 15 October 2026 at 10:00 (SAST)
Briefing Session
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Tenderers must attend compulsory site visits or clarification meetings as stipulated in the Tender Data. Failure to attend will result in disqualification. Tenderers may ask questions during the meeting.
Contact Information
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)All communication must be directed to the Eskom Representative identified in the Invitation to Tender.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Submission method: E-tendering via the Eskom Tender Bulletin site on the Eskom E-tendering page. Paper submissions are not permitted for e-tendering.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation stages:
Technical Specifications
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Scope: Provision of Fall Protection Planner and Aerial Rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Tenderers must comply with CIDB grading requirements if stipulated, being registered with CIDB at closing date or capable of being registered within 21 working days. Proof of CIDB registration is mandatory at closing date.
Quality Management
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdfTenderers must provide proof of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) systems, policies and capabilities to Eskom's satisfaction at closing date and/or contract award. All costs and personnel associated with SHEQ must be reflected in the tender.
Pricing Schedule
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdfTenderers must include in rates, prices, and tendered total all duties, taxes (including VAT) and levies. Prices must be fixed for the contract duration. Prices must be in South African Rand unless otherwise instructed. Tenderers must submit rates/prices in Rands per exchange rate and base date. The Pricing Schedule must include a line item for cataloguing if required, and Eskom will pay for cataloguing.
Financial Requirements
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Pricing:
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Eligibility:
Legislative compliance:
Sheq:
CIDB:
B-bbee:
Other:
Contractual Terms
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdfEskom may accept or reject any variation, deviation, or alternative tender, and may cancel the tender at any time before contract conclusion. Eskom and its affiliates are not liable for losses or damages from participation in the tender process. Eskom disclaims liability for accuracy of tender documents. Tenderers must treat all matters as confidential and use documents only for preparing the tender. Tenderers must comply with relevant legislation and regulatory instruments. Insurance provided by Eskom may not be full cover; tenderers should seek advice. Tenderers must hold tender valid for the validity period and extend if requested. Tenderers must sign the tender and be liable for it. Tenderers must provide security for performance if required, naming at least two financial institutions. Eskom will not compensate tenderers for costs of preparing or submitting tenders.
Special Conditions
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Tenderers must attend compulsory site visits or clarification meetings as stipulated; failure results in disqualification. Tenderers may seek clarification from the Eskom Representative only; queries and responses will be published. Tenderers must include all duties, taxes (including VAT) and levies in prices. Prices must be fixed for the contract duration unless otherwise provided. Prices must be in South African Rand unless instructed otherwise. No alterations to tender documents except to correct errors, initialed by all signatories. Alternative tenders only if permitted and with a main tender. Tenderers must provide clarification and documents during evaluation; mandatory returnables cannot be submitted after closing. Tenderers must check final draft contract and sign Form of Agreement. Contract Skills Development Goals (CSDG) and Contract Participation Goals (CPG) apply as per CIDB standards. Misrepresentation or fraud may lead to disqualification and reporting to B-BBEE Commission. Cataloguing information may be required after contract award.
Requirements
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)Tenderers must comply with eligibility criteria stated in the Tender Data, must not be under any restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies, and must not sub-contract 100% of the scope of work. Tenderers must submit the complete original tender and one hard copy by the closing date and time, with proof of posting not equating to proof of delivery. For e-tendering, upload and finalize via the Eskom Tender Bulletin site. Late tenders will not be accepted. Tenderers must sign the tender and hold it valid for the validity period. Mandatory tender returnables must be completed and submitted by the closing date. Tenderers must comply with relevant legislation including NT instructions, CIDB regulations, PPPFA, B-BBEE Codes, COIDA, OHS Act, and Eskom SHEQ requirements. Proof of SHEQ systems must be provided. CIDB registration is required where stipulated. Tenderers must complete the SDL&I Undertaking by contract award. Tenderers must provide names of at least two financial institutions for security for performance if required.
Section
Source: Eskom - Standard Conditions of Tender - 30 January 2025.pdfEskom will determine basic compliance before detailed evaluation. Mandatory tender returnables must be submitted by closing date or tender is disqualified. Pre-qualification criteria may apply; no double dipping. Functionality criteria may be scored with a minimum threshold. Financial analysis may be conducted to determine risk. Price is evaluated per Tender Data, considering CPA, FOREX, commodity exposure, discounts, technical adjustment, PV, and forecasted rates. Arithmetical errors are checked and corrected per specified rules. B-BBEE level is scored from CSD report or certificate; if not provided, zero points under PPPFA. Specific Goals are scored; failure results in zero points. Ranking is by total of Price and Specific Goals points. Objective criteria may be applied per Section 2(1)(f) of PPPFA. Reverse e-auction may be used, indicated in the Invitation to Tender.
Contact Information
Source: Eskom General Conditions of Purchase - 31 May 2024.pdf (unknown)Fraud and Corruption Reporting:
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eskom General Conditions of Purchase - 31 May 2024.pdf (unknown)Returnable Documents:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eskom General Conditions of Purchase - 31 May 2024.pdf (unknown)No evaluation criteria are stated in the provided text. The document focuses on general conditions of purchase, not on how bids will be evaluated.
Important Dates
Source: Authorisation Form - 08 November 2024.pdf (unknown)Closing date: 08 November 2024 (time not stated in this document).
Submission Guidelines
Source: Authorisation Form - 08 November 2024.pdf (unknown)Returnable documents: the Authorisation Form (Eskom Form 240-15811258 Rev 2) must be completed, signed, and submitted with the bid. The form requires the bidder to indicate its legal status (company, close corporation, partnership, joint venture, sole proprietor, or trust) and to complete the relevant certificate authorising a named signatory to submit the tender and sign all related documents. A certified copy of the supporting resolution, power of attorney, or joint venture agreement must be attached. The table at the end of the form (name of tenderer, authorised signatory, designation, signature, date) must also be fully completed.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Authorisation Form - 08 November 2024.pdf (unknown)The bidder must be a legally registered entity in one of the recognised forms (company, close corporation, partnership, joint venture, sole proprietor, or trust). The bid must be authorised by a properly appointed signatory, with the required supporting resolutions or agreements attached. No other evaluation criteria are stated in this document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Authorisation Form - 08 November 2024.pdf (unknown)Joint ventures must attach a certified copy of the Joint Venture Agreement that includes: a statement that all members are jointly and severally liable for contract execution, identification of the lead member, and the ratios for dividing work and payment. A power of attorney signed by the legally authorised signatories of all joint venture members must also be attached.
Description
Source: Annexure F - CPA (IG) Requirements for Foreign Goods and Services.docxThis annexure sets out Eskom's requirements for contract price adjustment (CPA) and payment of foreign commitments when goods or services are imported. It applies to tenders with a contractual duration exceeding 12 months, unless the contract is for professional services, in which case specific CPA rules apply.
Financial Requirements
Source: Annexure F - CPA (IG) Requirements for Foreign Goods and Services.docx (unknown)CPA (IG) requirements for foreign goods and services:
Description
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdfThe Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact applies to Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, including wholly owned subsidiaries, and to all existing and potential suppliers. It prescribes ethical behaviour and requires suppliers to complete, sign and submit the Integrity Declaration Form when participating in any Eskom procurement process. Suppliers must refrain from dishonesty, fraud, corruption, and anti-competitive practices such as under-pricing, collusion and bid rigging.
Contact Information
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)Ethics reporting contacts:
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)Returnable documents:
Submission method: not stated in this document.
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)No evaluation criteria are stated in this document.
Technical Specifications
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)This document is the Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact, applicable to all existing and potential suppliers of Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd and its wholly owned subsidiaries. It sets out ethical conduct obligations for suppliers participating in any Eskom procurement process.
Financial Requirements
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)Gifts and business courtesies to Eskom employees/directors must not exceed R1,500 in value.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)Bidders must be registered on the Eskom Vendor Database.
Contractual Terms
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdfThe Integrity Pact is governed by South African law. The actions stipulated are without prejudice to any civil or criminal proceedings. The pact remains valid until replaced, and if any provision is invalid, the remainder remains valid.
Special Conditions
Source: Eskom Supplier Integrity Pact - 02 June 2023.pdf (unknown)Suppliers must complete, sign and submit the Integrity Declaration Form when participating in any Eskom procurement process. Suppliers must maintain an impeachable standard of integrity, avoid conflicts of interest, not disclose confidential information without consent, not misrepresent information, avoid relationships with Eskom employees/directors that may be perceived as contrary to fairness, not offer gifts exceeding R1,500, not engage in unethical dealings with Eskom employees involved in evaluation/adjudication, not enter into collusive agreements with other tenderers, and report any dishonest behaviour to the Eskom Ethics office. Eskom undertakes to treat all tenderers fairly and transparently, requires its employees to complete annual Declarations of Interest, prohibits employees from accepting gifts from tenderers, and will implement a Supplier Discipline Process for contraventions, including suspension from the Vendor Database and referral to National Treasury.
Description
Source: Annexure C - Tenderer_s Particulars.docxThe tender is for the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location. Bidders must complete Annexure C (Tenderer's Particulars) providing company details, subcontracting information, and registration numbers.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure C - Tenderer_s Particulars.docx (unknown)Returnable documents:
Submission method: as specified in the Invitation to Tender (ITT).
Closing time: 10:00 on 15 October 2026.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure C - Tenderer_s Particulars.docx (unknown)Evaluation will follow the preference point system as per the PPPFA (80/20 or 90/10) as specified in the tender. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) prior to award. Tax compliance must be verified via SARS E-filing PIN or a valid tax compliance certificate. If subcontracting is prescribed, the subcontractor must be registered on CSD and its B-BBEE level confirmed.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure C - Tenderer_s Particulars.docx (unknown)Provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of four (4) years at any Eskom location. The tenderer must complete Annexure C with particulars including subcontracting details, tendering structure, and company registration information.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure C - Tenderer_s Particulars.docx (unknown)CSD registration is mandatory prior to award (not at bid submission).
Tax compliance: provide SARS E-filing PIN for verification, or attach a valid tax compliance certificate if not registered on CSD (foreign suppliers) or no PIN provided.
CIPC registration or disclosure certificate required for individual companies and each JV member.
VAT registration number required for individual companies and each JV member.
CIDB registration number and contractor grading designation required where applicable (for individual companies and each JV member, and combined grading for JVs).
If subcontracting is intended, the subcontractor must be registered on CSD and its B-BBEE level confirmed.
Description
Source: Annexure E - Contract Price Adjustment (CPA) Requirements for Local Goods and Services.docxThis annexure sets out the contract price adjustment (CPA) requirements for local goods and services, applicable to tenders for the provision of fall protection planner and aerial rigging training on an as-and-when-required basis for four years at any Eskom location.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure E - Contract Price Adjustment (CPA) Requirements for Local Goods and Services.docx (unknown)Contract price adjustment (CPA) requirements for local goods and services:
Financial Requirements
Source: Annexure E - Contract Price Adjustment (CPA) Requirements for Local Goods and Services.docx (unknown)CPA requirements:
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
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Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
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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.
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