Training for commissioning engineers and technicians on omicron primary and secondary test equipment (5-Year contract)

Eskom requires training for commissioning engineers and technicians on Omicron primary and secondary test equipment, for a period of five years. The evaluation will use a weighted scorecard covering mandatory and qualitative criteria. The technical evaluation strategy is finalised and will not be changed after issue to market.

Closing date: 9 November 2026 at 10:00

Technical evaluation threshold: minimum weighted final score of 70%.

Scoring scale (per criterion):

• 5 = 100% compliant, no foreseen technical risk
• 3 = 50% compliant with acceptable qualifications, risks, exceptions or conditions
• 0 = 0% non-compliant, totally deficient or non-responsive
• Scores of 1 and 3 are not used.

Weighted qualitative criteria (total 100%):

• Training interventions accredited/endorsed by Omicron: 20%
• Years of experience facilitating similar training: 20%
• Number of interventions presented (internal and external to Eskom): 20%
• Professional registration of facilitators (ECSA or equivalent): 10%
• Courses validated for CPD credits: 10%
• Academic qualifications of facilitators: 10%
• Course evaluation feedback or recommendation letters from at least two courses: 10%

Scoring notes per criterion:

• Interventions: 5 = more than 10 completed; 4 = 6–10; 3 = 3–5; 2 = 1–2; 1 = limited evidence; 0 = no evidence.
• Years of experience: 5 = more than 5 years; 4 = 3–5; 3 = 2–3; 2 = 1–2; 1 = less than 1 year; 0 = no proof.
• Professional registration: 5 = registered Engineer/Technologist; 4 = registered Technician; 3 = candidate registration; 2 = professional membership only; 1 = partial submission; 0 = no proof.
• CPD courses: 5 = more than 5 validated; 4 = 3–5; 3 = 1–2; 2 = application in progress; 1 = minimal evidence; 0 = no proof.
• Academic qualifications: 5 = Master's or higher; 4 = Honours; 3 = Bachelor's; 2 = National Diploma; 1 = certificate only; 0 = none.
• References: 5 = three or more signed letters confirming excellent performance; 4 = two signed positive letters; 3 = one signed positive letter; 2 = reference contacts only; 1 = incomplete references; 0 = none.

Mandatory criteria (pass/fail, not scored):

• Training interventions accredited/endorsed by Omicron.
• Years of experience facilitating the training.
• Number of interventions presented (internal and external to Eskom).
• Professional registration of facilitators as Professional Engineer/Technologist/Technician.
• Courses validated for CPD credits.
• Academic qualifications of facilitators (Electrical Engineering Diploma, Degree/Honours, Masters).
• Course evaluation feedback or recommendation letters from at least two courses.

A 'No' on any mandatory criterion may eliminate the bidder.

Acceptable technical risk: marginally failing to meet the 70% threshold.

Unacceptable technical risk: failing to meet any technical training need.

Acceptable exceptions/conditions: as per qualitative criteria (section 3.4).

Unacceptable exceptions/conditions: as per mandatory criteria (section 3.3).

Scope: Provision of training for commissioning engineers and technicians on Omicron primary and secondary test equipment.

Contract period: five (5) years.

Training must be accredited or endorsed by Omicron or an equivalent recognised industry body.

Courses must be validated for CPD credits by a recognised professional body.

Facilitators must hold professional registration (ECSA or equivalent) and relevant academic qualifications (Electrical Engineering Diploma, Degree/Honours, Masters).

Evidence of prior training interventions (internal and external to Eskom) and client references required.

Evaluation approach: weighted scorecard against mandatory and qualitative requirements. Bidders must provide all relevant evidence in their submission; missing evidence for a criterion results in a zero score for that criterion without further clarification. Only ambiguous presented information may be clarified.

Evidence required for scored criteria:

• Accreditation/endorsement of training interventions by Omicron or equivalent body (certificates, endorsement letters, approval confirmations, partnership agreements).
• Years of practical experience facilitating similar training (appointment letters, contracts, training schedules, client references, company profiles).
• Number of previously facilitated interventions relevant to scope, both internal and external to Eskom (course name, client name, training dates, proof of completion/attendance).
• Current professional registration of facilitators with ECSA or equivalent (valid registration certificates showing category and status).
• CPD validation of courses (accreditation certificates or approval letters).
• Certified copies of facilitators' academic qualifications (diplomas, degrees, honours, masters).
• Course evaluation feedback reports or signed recommendation letters from clients for at least two previously facilitated courses.

Mandatory requirements (pass/fail):

• Training interventions accredited/endorsed by Omicron.
• Facilitators professionally registered as Professional Engineer/Technologist/Technician.
• Courses validated for CPD credits.
• Facilitators' academic qualifications in Electrical Engineering (Diploma, Degree/Honours, Masters).
• Course evaluation feedback or recommendation letters from at least two previously facilitated courses.

Technical evaluation threshold: 70% minimum weighted final score.

Scoring: 5 = 100% compliant; 3 = 50% compliant with qualifications; 0 = non-compliant.

Weighted criteria: interventions accredited by Omicron (20%), years of experience (20%), number of interventions (20%), professional registration (10%), CPD validation (10%), academic qualifications (10%), client references (10%).

Acceptable risk: marginally failing the 70% threshold. Unacceptable risk: failing to meet any technical training need.

The tender is for the provision of accredited Omicron training for commissioning engineers and technicians on primary and secondary test equipment, for a period of five (05) years. The supplier must comply with Eskom's Supplier Quality Management specification (240-105658000 / QM 58) and complete Form A to acknowledge acceptance of the quality requirements. Category 4 quality requirements apply, which do not require ISO 9001 certification but require a documented QMS and a quality method statement.

Eskom Quality Representative (Form A):

• Name: Bongi Tshabalala
• Role: Senior Advisor: Supplier Quality Management
• Date on form: 12 June 2026

No email, telephone or submission address stated in the document.

Returnable documents (per List of Tender Returnables 240-12248652, Category 4):

• Form A (Tender & Contract Quality Requirements): completed and signed to acknowledge and accept Eskom's Supplier Quality Management requirements and ISO 9001 standard.
• Quality method statement based on scope (use template 240-126469599).
• Quality policy approved by top management.
• Quality objectives approved by top management.
• Documented information for defined roles, responsibilities and authorities (e.g. org charts, job descriptions).
• Documented information for control of externally provided processes, products and services.
• Latest internal audit reports (if applicable).
• Draft contract quality plan specific to scope (per ISO 10005).
• Example ITP/QCP from similar work (if applicable).
• Records of management review meetings.

Submission method and address: not stated in the document.

Quality requirements are evaluated per the selected category (Category 4 applies).

• Category 4 does not require ISO 9001 certification; the bidder must provide objective evidence of a documented QMS that complies with ISO 9001.
• Deliverables listed in the List of Tender Returnables are evaluated (indicator = 1).
• The bidder must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge acceptance of the quality requirements.
• No minimum qualifying score or preference point split (80/20 or 90/10) is stated in the document.

The tender is for training of commissioning engineers and technicians on Omicron primary and secondary test equipment, for a period of five (05) years.

• Training must be accredited Omicron training.
• Scope covers primary and secondary test equipment.
• Contract period: five years.
• The supplier must comply with Eskom's Supplier Quality Management specification (240-105658000 / QM 58), including ISO 9001-based QMS requirements.
• The supplier must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge acceptance of the quality requirements.
• Category 4 quality requirements apply: no ISO 9001 certification required, but documented QMS evidence must be submitted.

Quality management system requirements:

• The supplier must develop, implement, maintain and improve a QMS conforming to ISO 9001 (latest revision) or an applicable QMS standard.
• For Category 4, ISO 9001 certification is not required; the supplier must submit objective evidence of a documented QMS that complies with ISO 9001.
• The supplier must complete and sign Form A to acknowledge and accept Eskom's Supplier Quality Management requirements.
• The supplier must submit a quality method statement, quality policy, quality objectives, and documented information on roles, responsibilities and authorities.
• The supplier must inform Eskom of any proposed changes to the QMS or staff affecting the quality system.
• The supplier must manage sub-suppliers' quality programmes and ensure their compliance with Eskom requirements.
• No B-BBEE level, CIDB grade, CSD registration, or tax compliance requirements are stated in the document.

Eskom requires training for commissioning engineers and technicians on Omicron primary and secondary test equipment, for a period of five years. The contract will be governed by the NEC3 Professional Services Contract (PSC3).

Closing date: 09 November 2026 at 10:00 (SAST)

Clarification deadline: 7 working days before tender closing (queries to the buyer via email)

Site visit / clarification meeting: not applicable

Tender validity period: 180 days from closing

Eskom Representative (buyer):

• Name: Gavin Mabidilala
• Telephone: 011 629 4972
• Email: [email protected]

Fraud and corruption reporting:

• Telephone: 0800 11 2722
• Email: [email protected]

Submission portal: https://etendering.eskom.co.za

Submission method: electronic only via the Eskom e-Tendering system at https://etendering.eskom.co.za. No hard copies or zip files accepted. Upload documents under the correct folders (Technical, Commercial, Financial, Other). Each document must be PDF format; the price list must be PDF and a copy in Excel. Per-document upload limit 500 MB; total submission limit 4 GB. The submission must be finalised before closing; the latest version submitted is the only one considered. Submission status must show complete. Late tenders are not accepted.

Mandatory returnables at closing (disqualifying if missing or unsigned):

• Annexure A (Authorisation Form): certifies the signatory is authorised to bind the bidder; attach the relevant certified resolution or power of attorney.
• Annexure B (Acknowledgement Form): confirms receipt of the tender documents and any addenda.
• Annexure C (Tenderer's Particulars): provides company, JV, and subcontractor details.
• Annexure D (Integrity Pact Declaration): commits to the Supplier Integrity Pact.
• Annexure E (CPA Requirements for Local Goods/Services): declaration for local content.
• Annexure F (CPA(IG) for Foreign Goods/Services): only if foreign goods/services are offered.
• Annexure G1-G4 (SBD 6.2 and local content declarations): required only if designated materials are included.
• Annexure H (SBD 1 Invitation to Bid): completed by all tenderers.
• Annexure J (SBD 4 Bidders Disclosure): discloses any interest or connection with state employees.
• E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form.

Returnables required for evaluation (scored zero if not submitted):

• Annexure I (SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form under PPPFA 2022).
• Functionality/technical documents as per Annexure K.

Returnables required prior to contract award:

• Tax clearance certificate (if not on CSD or no SARS PIN provided).
• Tax Evaluation questionnaire (for PAYE personal service provider determination).
• Proof of Employment Equity Act compliance (South African designated employers).
• COIDA certificate of good standing or proof of application (South African tenderers).
• Quality documents: List of Tender Returnables, Form A (QM 58 / ISO 9001), QM 58 Supplier Quality Management specification, and a method statement.
• Risk assessment, valid letter of good standing (e.g. FMA, RMA), and an OHS plan.
• Latest approved annual financial statements (not drafts) of the tendering company, including background, signed director's report, signed auditor's/reviewer's/compiler's report, statement of financial position, comprehensive income, changes in equity, cash flows, and notes. For unaudited South African entities: signed public interest score, ITA34C for current and previous years. For unincorporated JV or SPV, each partner must submit its own statements.
• CSD registration (CSD number or report).

Disqualification risks:

• Missing or unsigned mandatory returnables at closing.
• Tender not finalised before closing time.
• Submitting more than one tender (unless as a JV partner).
• Conflict of interest, being on a sanctions list, restricted by National Treasury or Eskom, or on the Tender Defaulters list.
• Tender signed by a non-authorised person.
• Sub-contracting 100% of the scope of work.
• JV/consortium agreement not stating joint and several liability.
• Failure to meet the functionality threshold of 70%.

Evaluation stages:

1. Eligibility and basic compliance: must meet eligibility criteria and submit all mandatory returnables.
2. Functionality: scored against Annexure K criteria. Minimum threshold: 70%. Bidders below the threshold are disqualified.
3. Price: scored out of 80 points. Prices are evaluated inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors, excluding contingencies, adjusted for acceptable variations, and compared on a Net Present Value basis. Unconditional discounts count for evaluation; conditional discounts apply at payment.
4. Specific Goals (PPPFA): scored out of 20 points. Failure to submit evidence results in 0 points for that goal, not disqualification.

Preference point system: 80/20 (price 80, specific goals 20). Ranking is by total score (price + specific goals), highest first.

Objective criteria and reverse e-auction: not applicable.

Scope: Training for commissioning engineers and technicians on Omicron primary and secondary test equipment, for a period of five (05) years.

Contract type: NEC3 Professional Services Contract (PSC3).

Key requirements:

• Training must cover Omicron primary and secondary test equipment.
• The contract runs for five years.
• The tender is for the whole contract; alternative tenders are not allowed.
• Bidders must not sub-contract 100% of the scope of work.
• A method statement based on the scope of work must be submitted.
• An OHS plan outlining safe service delivery is required.
• Quality requirements per QM 58 (Category 4) apply; Form A must be completed and signed.
• A risk assessment (using the bidder's own template) must be submitted.
• A valid letter of good standing (e.g. FMA, RMA) is required.

Payment terms:

• Contracts below R50,000,000 (incl. VAT): payment within 30 days of receipt of undisputed invoices.
• Contracts above R50,000,000 (incl. VAT): payment within 60 days of receipt of undisputed invoices.

Pricing:

• Prices must be submitted in the pricing schedule/BOQ, in PDF and Excel format.
• Prices are evaluated inclusive of VAT.
• Unconditional discounts are considered; conditional discounts apply at payment.

Security: No performance security required (N/A).

Financial due diligence: Latest approved annual financial statements of the tendering company (not parent) are required prior to award, as detailed in the returnables list.

Mandatory contractual requirements:

• CSD registration (CSD number or report).

Eligibility:

• Not under restriction to do business with Eskom or State-Owned Companies.
• Not on any international sanctions list.
• No conflict of interest.
• Not restricted by National Treasury or on the Tender Defaulters list.
• Not restricted by Eskom.
• Must not sub-contract 100% of the scope of work.
• JV/consortium must have an agreement stating joint and several liability.

Tax compliance:

• Certified tax clearance certificate required from tenderers not on CSD or not providing a SARS PIN. Foreign suppliers with no SA footprint are exempt.
• Tax Evaluation questionnaire to determine PAYE personal service provider status.

Employment Equity:

• South African designated employers must provide proof of compliance with the Employment Equity Act, including submission of the EE report.

Safety:

• COIDA certificate of good standing or proof of application (South African tenderers).

Quality:

• Quality documents as per QM 58 Category 4, including Form A and method statement.

B-bbee:

• Proof of B-BBEE status level contributor is required (certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed proof). Specific goals are scored under PPPFA 80/20.

CIDB: Not applicable.

Functionality threshold: 70%. Price scored out of 80 points. Specific goals scored out of 20 points. 80/20 preference point system applies. Tenderers failing the functionality threshold are disqualified.