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This tender invites bids for a 3-year contract to refurbish and repair low voltage (lv) motors at eskom’s kusile power station in mpumalanga. The scope includes collection and delivery of lv motors, with strict adherence to eskom’s occupational health and safety (OHS) specifications, legal compliance, and life-saving rules.
- Submit a comprehensive OHS plan and safety file meeting kusile power station’s minimum requirements and all applicable legislation, including a section 37(2) agreement signed by all parties. - Provide proof of registration with the compensation commissioner and a valid letter of good standing (log) for the duration of the contract. - Appoint competent personnel for statutory roles (e.g., Incident investigator, health & safety representative, first aider) and non-statutory roles (e.g., Safety officer, risk assessor, COVID-19 compliance officer). - Comply with eskom’s six life-saving rules (e.g., Isolation procedures, working at heights, zero-tolerance for substance abuse) and submit signed pledges from all employees. - Submit a detailed COVID-19 risk assessment, management plan, and policy, including PPE provisions and transport disinfection protocols. - Itemise OHS costs (training, PPE, safety equipment) in the bill of quantities and ensure all risk assessments are conducted by saqa-certified personnel. - Provide an organisational organogram, method statements for lv motor handling/transport, and proof of vehicle/driver compliance with legal and safety standards.
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This tender is for the supply and delivery of fire detection spares to eskom’s kendal power station in mpumalanga over a 5-year period. IT is open to suppliers capable of meeting strict delivery, compliance, and technical requirements under an nec3 supply contract framework.
Submit a fully completed and signed form of offer and acceptance, including the schedule of deviations (if applicable). Return one copy of this document to the purchaser before the end of the period of validity stated in the tender data. Alternative tenders require a separate copy of the form of offer and acceptance. Do not include a tenderer’s covering letter in the final contract document.
This is a tender cancellation notice from ESKOM for the provision of belt splicing, repairs, inspections, and pulley lagging services at grootvlei power station. The tender was canceled due to NO acceptable tenders being received.
This tender, issued by ESKOM, seeks a sanas-accredited supplier to conduct parallel and correlation tests (including dust monitor correlation, gas monitor qal2 verification, and biannual isokinetic sampling) at hendrina power station’s north and south stacks over a 5-year period. The work includes mandatory spot checks and compliance with ESKOM and south african emission standards.
- Must be sanas-accredited and a valid member of stack testers south africa (stsa) (mandatory gatekeepers). - Minimum technical evaluation score of 70% required to qualify, with both gatekeepers met (score = 2). - Conduct dust monitor correlation tests (isokinetic sampling) at least every 2 years, with spot checks (estimated 2/year). - perform gas monitor parallel verification tests (qal2) at least every 2 years, including functional tests and srm-based parallel measurements. - Execute biannual isokinetic sampling for pm, so2, and nox as per hendrina power station’s ael and gn 893 annexure a. - Submit a quality control plan (qcp) signed by ESKOM engineering before commencing work. - Provide iso 9001 and iso 17025 certification (or proof of compliance) and a method statement aligned with ESKOM standard 240-56242363.
ESKOM is tendering for a 5-year contract to perform parallel and correlation tests at hendrina power station. This service is for specialised testing contractors who can conduct dust monitor correlation, gas monitor verification, and isokinetic sampling. The work must be performed by sanas-accredited laboratories.
• The contract is for a 60-month (5-year) service period at hendrina power station. • All testing must be performed by a sanas-accredited laboratory or equivalent foreign accreditation. • The contractor must comply with nec3 term service contract option a (priced contract with price list). • Strict health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements apply, with zero tolerance for safety violations. • The contractor must provide insurance cover for deductibles in eskom's policies as per the 'format tsc3' on eskom's website. • Any change in the contractor's b-bbee status must be notified within 7 days, with an updated certificate within 30 days. • Payment terms are within 30 days of a valid tax invoice, which must include eskom's VAT number 4740101508.
This tender is for the provision of rigging services and mobile lifting equipment hire on an as-needed basis over a five-year period at kusile power station, managed by ESKOM. IT is a long-term contract aimed at supporting operational needs at the facility.
- Must provide rigging services and mobile lifting equipment hire as required. - Contract duration is five years at kusile power station. - Tender is managed by eskom’s procurement department. - Successful supplier already awarded: new team engineering & construction (pty) ltd. - Enquiries directed to sebotso l maepa (phone: +27 13 647 6728, email: [email protected]). - Original RFP reference: e1532gxmpkus. - Closing date for submissions was 01 june 2016.
ESKOM invites tenders for the maintenance of all permanent rack and pinion elevators at kusile power station in mpumalanga for a 5-year (60-month) period. This open tender targets suppliers capable of meeting strict technical, quality, and compliance requirements for critical power station infrastructure.
- Submit electronically via ESKOM e-tendering portal by 31 august 2026 at 10h00 (late submissions rejected). - Mandatory returnables (disqualifiable if incomplete): annexures a-j (including sbd forms, b-bbee certificates, and integrity declarations). - CIDB grading of 6SI/6ME or higher required; proof of valid csd registration mandatory. - Technical functionality threshold: 70% minimum (100% weight); failure results in disqualification. - Quality management system (iso 9001:2015) and OHS compliance (coida, bra, she plan) required. - B-bbee status evidence mandatory for preference points (level 1–8 scores 10–1 points under 90/10 or 20–2 under 80/20 system). - Pricing must be inclusive of VAT, submitted in pdf + excel, and evaluated via net present value comparison.
ESKOM seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive non-technical gardening and horticulture services for its properties in the mpumalanga operating unit, including ESKOM park, highveld, and lowveld zones, for a period of five years. This tender is aimed at experienced landscaping and facilities management companies capable of maintaining indoor and outdoor plant life, lawns, and hard surfaces across multiple office complexes, workshops, and other facilities.
• Submit the required OHS returnable documents as part of your tender submission. • The OHS returnable includes annexure b (acknowledgement form for ESKOM OHS legal and other requirements) which must be fully signed. • The OHS returnable also includes annexure c1 (she tender returnable) with a checklist that must be completed and submitted. • Failure to submit the required OHS documents may result in your bid being deemed non-responsive.
ESKOM invites tenders for the service, maintenance, and supply of firefighting equipment at hendrina power station on an as-and-when-required basis for a five-year period. This contract is aimed at suppliers who can provide ongoing support and ensure the operational readiness of fire safety systems at the power station. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience, technical capability, and compliance with stringent safety and regulatory requirements.
• Tender closes on 06 august 2026 at 10:00 and must be submitted electronically via eskom's e-tendering portal. • Bidders must achieve a minimum weighted score of 70% on functionality criteria covering previous experience (30%), company organogram (40%), and lead time for equipment supply (30%). • Mandatory technical requirement includes registration as a manufacturer, importer and bodybuilder (mib) with sabs or department of transport certification, or a letter of commitment from a registered provider. • Proof of valid central supplier database (csd) registration and compliance with tax, b-bbee, safety (coida), and environmental regulations is required. • Pricing must be inclusive of VAT, submitted in both pdf and excel formats, and adhere to specified payment terms based on contract value.
ESKOM invites bids for a 5-year contract to refurbish gearboxes and geared motors and supply new units on an as-needed basis at tutuka power station in mpumalanga. The scope covers multiple plant areas including coal handling, ash disposal, dust handling, milling, and air heaters. Suppliers must comply with extensive agma, iso, and ESKOM standards, provide detailed quality control plans, and perform strip-and-assess, refurbishment, and testing per strict guidelines.
• Contract duration: 5 years on an "as and when" required basis. • Scope includes refurbishment and new supply for numerous gearbox types across multiple plant areas (ash disposal, coal stock yard, terrace coal plant, dust handling plant, air heaters, milling plant, mill feeders, water treatment plant). • Compliance with numerous standards: iso 9001, agma standards (ansi/agma 2000, 2004, 2005, 6000, 6101, 6013, 6113, etc.), Bs 436, din 3961, sabs iso 9001:2008, and ESKOM internal standards (ggl 36-53, gsp 36 818, pc/stwi/gl 32-631, st 32-632). • must submit detailed quality control plans (qcps) and time-based production schedules for ESKOM approval before starting work. • Strip-and-assess process with hold/witness points; bearings exceeding 50% l10 design life must be replaced; only approved bearing brands (skf, nsk, ntn, fag) allowed. • 24-hour no-load testing with vibration and temperature recording; ESKOM must be notified at least 3 days in advance to witness tests. • Surface protection: internal casing coating with zinc-based primer and epoxy; corrosion protection for storage using vapour phase inhibitors (vpi) or vapour corrosion inhibitors (vci); transportation must prevent bearing damage, ingress of dirt/moisture, and rotation during transit.
The south african post office invites bids from qualified contractors to supply and install a 1.8m High palisade fence at its leslie post office in mpumalanga. This is a request for quotation (RFQ) aimed at appointing a service provider for the physical security upgrade of the premises. The tender is targeted at construction companies registered with the CIDB and compliant with south african procurement regulations.
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This is a regret letter from ESKOM informing all tenderers that they were unsuccessful for enquiry NO e2380gxmpkus for the supply of degrit sump, dry dust and switchgear tunnel resources at kusile power station. The successful supplier is mbuyiselo group. ESKOM appreciates the effort and encourages continued participation in future tenders.
- This tender (enquiry e2380gxmpkus) has been awarded to mbuyiselo group; your bid was unsuccessful. - The regret letter is dated 15 july 2026 and serves as formal notification. - For any enquiries, contact kgopotso masilela, procurement officer, at 013 680 3210 or [email protected]. - NO further action is required for this tender; consider future opportunities with ESKOM. - the original scope covered supply of degrit sump, dry dust and switchgear tunnel resources at kusile power station. - NO detailed evaluation criteria, scoring, or preference points are disclosed in this letter. - Ensure your company details are up to date for future ESKOM procurement communications.
This is a regret letter from ESKOM informing all tenderers that they were unsuccessful for the provision of tube solo inspections across units 1 to 6 at kusile power station for a five-year period (enquiry e2168gxmpkus). The contract has been awarded to zwane inspections (pty) ltd. Unsuccessful bidders are thanked for their participation and encouraged to continue bidding on future opportunities.
• The tender (enquiry e2168gxmpkus) for tube solo inspections at kusile power station has been adjudicated and closed. • The successful supplier is zwane inspections (pty) ltd. • Unsuccessful bidders are notified via this regret letter dated 15 july 2026. • For enquiries, contact procurement officer kgopotso masilela at 013 680 3210 or [email protected]. • The project scope covered tube solo inspections for units 1–6 over a five-year period. • NO further action is required from unsuccessful bidders. • This document is a controlled disclosure from ESKOM holdings soc ltd.
This tender is a request for quotation from SAFCOL for the transport of pine sawlogs (round logs) from the hanglip area to the timbadola sawmill in the entabeni plantation, mpumalanga, over distances up to 90 km. IT targets transport service providers with specific forestry equipment capable of handling shorthaul, direct-to-mill, and longhaul operations. The contract is volume-based with an estimated value of r500,000 and includes strict performance and compliance requirements.
• Submit your quotation by email only to the address provided. • Ensure the RFQ number is in the email subject line. • The quotation must be on your company letterhead and the RFQ document fully completed and signed. • Late submissions will not be accepted. • Required returnable documents: - fully completed and signed RFQ. - official quotation on company letterhead. - Latest tax clearance certificate. - Latest b-bbee verification certificate from a sanas-accredited agency or a sworn affidavit for eme/qse. - Csd report (or maaa number). - ID copies of company directors. • Incomplete submissions will be disqualified.
SAFCOL invites quotations for the transport of pine sawlogs (round logs) from the entabeni plantation to the timbadola sawmill in mpumalanga. This request for quotation (RFQ) is aimed at service providers with suitable forestry transport equipment capable of operating over distances up to 90km. The contract is volume-based with an estimated value of r500,000 and includes performance targets for equipment uptime.
• Submit your quotation via email to the address provided. Use the RFQ number in the email subject line. • The deadline is 20 july 2026 at 12:00 pm. Late submissions will not be accepted. • Your quotation must be on company letterhead and the RFQ document must be fully completed and signed. • You must include all required returnable documents: fully completed and signed RFQ, official quotation on letterhead, latest tax clearance, latest b-bbee certificate (sanas accredited or sworn affidavit for eme/qse), csd report (or maaa number), and ID copies of company directors. • Failure to submit complete documentation will result in disqualification. • The RFQ validity period is 60 days from the closing date.
This tender is for the transport of pine sawlogs (round logs) from the thathe vondo area to the timbadola sawmill in the entabeni plantation, mpumalanga. IT is a volume-based contract seeking a service provider with immediate access to specialised forestry transport equipment. The tender is issued by the south african forestry company limited (SAFCOL).
• Submit your quotation by email only to the address provided. • Use the RFQ number in the email subject line. • The closing date is 20 july 2026 at 12:00 pm. Late submissions will not be accepted. • Your quotation must be on company letterhead and the RFQ document must be fully completed and signed. • You must include these returnable documents: fully completed and signed RFQ, official quotation on company letterhead, latest tax clearance certificate, latest b-bbee certificate (sanas accredited) or sworn affidavit for eme/qse, csd report (or maaa number), ID copies of company directors. • Incomplete submissions will not be accepted. • All sbd forms must be signed and returned with the quotation. • Joint venture bidders must submit a consolidated b-bbee certificate.
The mpumalanga department of public works, roads and transport invites bids for a three-year contract to supply, deliver, install, maintain, and test split-type air conditioning units at various government-owned institutions across the province. Bidders must hold a CIDB contractor grading of 4me or higher, attend a compulsory briefing meeting, and be registered on the central supplier database with valid tax compliance. Evaluation will first assess functionality (minimum 70/100 points) based on artisan qualifications, project experience, and service vehicles, then apply an 80/20 price and specific goals preference system.
• Submit one original bid package only (NO copies). • Use official forms provided; do not retype. • Submit at designated supply chain management offices only, not at satellite collection offices. • Submission addresses include mbombela, middelburg, piet retief, kwamhlanga, secunda, bushbuckridge, malelane, siyabuswa, elukwatini. • Late bids will not be accepted. • Telephonic, telegraphic, telex, facsimile or emailed submissions will not be accepted. • Must include fully completed and signed list of returnable schedules. • Must include priced schedule of rates. • Must include a valid tax clearance certificate or SARS pin. • Joint ventures must include a notarized joint venture agreement. • Failure to provide required particulars may render the bid invalid.
This tender is for the supply, repair, and maintenance of rotary screw vacuum pump installations at various institutions across mpumalanga province. The contract will be for a period of three years. IT is issued by the mpumalanga department of public works, roads and transport.
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This tender is for a three-year contract to supply, repair, and maintain standby generator installations at various institutions across mpumalanga province. IT is issued by the mpumalanga department of public works, roads and transport and is aimed at qualified service providers in the generator sector.
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ESKOM holdings soc ltd invites tenders for the supply and delivery of mobile units and a pressure cleaning washer for majuba power station (tender e3206gxmpmaj). This is an open electronic tender submitted via the ESKOM e-tendering portal, with a closing date of 29 july 2026 at 10h00. Bidders must meet strict eligibility criteria, submit a full set of mandatory annexures, comply with 100% local content requirements for designated materials, and satisfy contractual requirements including csd registration, coida certification, and financial due diligence.
Returnable documents required for submission: - annexure b: signed acknowledgement of eskom's OHS legal and other requirements. - OHS plan: must address project/scope of work OHS risks and align with health and safety specifications. - Baseline OHS risk assessment (bra): must identify, assess, and manage OHS risks related to the scope of work; include the methodology used. - Valid letter of good standing (coida or equivalent). - OHS policy signed by CEO, complying with OHS act section 7. - For suppliers with auditable OHS system certification: iso 45001 certificate or equivalent.
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