ESKOM tutuka power station: electrical outage, repairs & emergency services (5-Year contract)

• Mandatory returnable: Fully completed E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form (Annexure) must be submitted to Eskom within the prescribed period.
• The form requires: Enquiry number, business name/JV, contact person, landline, cellphone, email, tenderer's name, authorized signature, designation, and date.
• Failure to fully complete and submit the form will render the tenderer non-responsive and result in disqualification from the procurement process.
• Ensure the form is submitted before the closing date and time as per the tender advertisement.

• Tenderer must confirm completion of e-tendering training via the acknowledgment form (mandatory compliance).
• Non-submission or incomplete submission of the acknowledgment form will result in disqualification (responsiveness check).
• Technical evaluation will assess the ability to provide specified electrical services on an 'as and when' required basis, including outage work, routine repairs, inspections, cleaning, support services, and emergency breakdown services.

• Scope: Provision of resources for electrical outage work, routine repairs, inspections, cleaning, support services, and emergency breakdown services at Tutuka Power Station.
• Services are required on an 'as and when' required basis.
• Contract duration: 5 years.
• Location: Tutuka Power Station, Mpumalanga.

• Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) as per Eskom requirements (implied by standard tender process).
• Must have valid tax clearance (implied).
• B-BBEE compliance may be required as per Eskom's procurement policy (not explicitly stated in provided content).
• No specific CIDB or professional registration mentioned in the available document.

Technical evaluation threshold: Minimum 70% weighted score required.

Scoring breakdown:

• 5 (100%): No errors, risks, weaknesses, or omissions.
• 4 (80%): Minor issues correctable by the tenderer.
• 2 (40%): Significant issues that may be difficult to correct.
• 0 (0%): Totally deficient or non-responsive.

Technical Evaluation Team (TET) members:

• Senior Electrical Engineer
• Senior Advisor Engineering
• Senior Supervisor Maintenance
• Senior Outage Coordinator

Mandatory and qualitative criteria are referenced but not detailed. Refer to SOW document 15ENG GEN-3243 and Tables 3-9 in the evaluation strategy for full details.

Scope: Provision of electrical outage resources for Tutuka Power Station to accelerate maintenance during shutdowns (typically up to 3 months).

Work includes:

• Maintenance of electrical plant and equipment (boilers, turbines, ash handling systems, coal stockyard).
• Execution of outage-related activities (planned, breakdown, corrective, routine maintenance, modifications, call-outs, testing, fault-finding).
• Use of test equipment (e.g., Megger, Ductor, Multimeter).
• Provision of spares, consumables, and Certificates of Compliance.

Contractor must provide competent, qualified, and resourced personnel as per SOW document 15ENG GEN-3243.

Required personnel (minimum):

• Electrical Artisans
• Electrical Technicians
• Supervisor
• Safety Officer
• General Labourer

Personnel requirements:

• Must be appropriately trained, medically fit, authorised, and competent to perform assigned tasks.
• Must comply with applicable legislation, site requirements, Employer standards, and approved work procedures.

Contractor obligations:

• Maintain sufficient staffing levels throughout the outage period.
• Execute all work safely, efficiently, and within the approved outage schedule.
• Provide daily progress feedback to Employer’s Service Manager and Supervisor, including:
• Work completed, in progress, and planned.
• Resource utilisation and manpower status.
• Safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Quality concerns, constraints, and risks.
• Emergent work or scope changes.
• Submit outage reports at specified intervals and upon completion, including:
• Summary of maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair activities.
• Condition of inspected/serviced plant and equipment.
• Defective/failed components and probable causes.
• Corrective actions taken.
• Recommendations for future maintenance or improvements.
• Outstanding defects, risks, or follow-up actions.
• Supporting test results, inspection records, photographs, and quality documentation.

Employer rights:

• Review, audit, and verify all reported information.
• Request additional information or clarification.

Contractor must:

• Implement a Quality Control Plan (QCP).
• Ensure all work meets quality standards as per Employer requirements.
• Submit supporting quality documentation (test results, inspection records, photographs).
• Address quality concerns, constraints, and risks affecting outage progress.

General compliance requirements:

• Adherence to applicable legislation, site requirements, and Employer standards.
• Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSACT).
• Provision of a Quality Control Plan (QCP).
• Submission of supporting documentation (e.g., test results, inspection records, photographs, quality documentation).

Note: Specific compliance certifications (e.g., CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC) are not explicitly detailed in the provided document. Refer to the full tender documentation for additional requirements.

Contractor must:

• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSACT) and site safety requirements.
• Provide daily safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions to the Employer.
• Ensure all personnel are medically fit, authorised, and competent to perform tasks safely.
• Report safety incidents and implement corrective actions.

• Provision of resources for electrical outage work, repairs, inspections, cleaning, support services, and emergency breakdown services on an 'as and when' required basis at Tutuka Power Station for 5 years.
• Tender number: E3183GXMPTUT.
• Issue date: 17 July 2026.
• Closing date and time: 04 August 2026 at 10:00.
• Effective date: 17 June 2025; review date: June 2030.

• Closing date and time: 04 August 2026 at 10:00.
• Tender validity period: 120 days from closing.
• Clarification meeting: Available on request.
• Deadline for clarification queries: 5 working days before tender submission deadline.

• Eskom Representative: Unathi Melane.
• Email: [email protected].
• All queries and clarifications must be addressed in writing to the Eskom Representative only.
• Fraud/corruption reporting: 0800 11 2722 or [email protected].

• Submit electronically via Eskom E-tendering site (https://etendering.eskom.co.za) by 04 August 2026 at 10:00.
• Upload documents under Technical, Commercial, Financial, and other folders.
• All documents must be in PDF format; price list must be in PDF and Excel.
• Maximum upload size: 500 MB per document, total submission restricted to 4 GB.
• No zip/compressed files; no hard copies accepted.
• Ensure submission status is marked as complete before closing.
• Late submissions will not be accepted.
• If resubmitting, only the latest version will be considered; previous submissions become void.
• Mandatory returnables must be fully completed, signed, and submitted by closing to avoid disqualification.
• Alternative tenders are not allowed.
• Cataloguing may be required post-award; include a line item for cataloguing in the Pricing Schedule if applicable.

Tenders are to be submitted electronically via https://etendering.eskom.co.za Eskom E- tendering site by the stipulated closing date and time. Tenders are to be submitted electronically via Eskom E- tendering site by the stipulated closing date and time. it is the responsibility of the supplier to ensure that the tender submission is submitted before the closing time

• Functionality (70% threshold):

• Previous work experience on similar projects with references: 30%
• Technical ability: 10%
• Method statement and quality control measures: 20%
• Experience of key personnel: 40%

• Price evaluation (80 points):

• Prices inclusive of VAT, corrected for arithmetical errors.
• Exclude contingencies in bills of quantities.
• Adjusted for acceptable variations, deviations, or alternatives.
• Net Present Value comparison considering price adjustment factors and exchange rate fluctuations.
• Unconditional discounts considered; conditional discounts not considered for evaluation but applied at payment.

• Specific goals (B-BBEE) (20 points):

• B-BBEE status level points: 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).
• Required documents: Valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited/sworn affidavit/CIPS affidavit), proof of ownership/shareholding (CIPC preferred), certified ID copies of shareholders, proof of disability (if applicable), consolidated certificate for trusts/consortia/JVs.
• Failure to provide B-BBEE proof results in zero points for specific goals and price-only scoring.

• Overall ranking: Combined score from price (80) and specific goals (20) under 80/20 system; highest total wins.

• Scope: Provision of resources for electrical outage work, routine repairs, inspections, cleaning, support services, and emergency breakdown services on an 'as and when' required basis at Tutuka Power Station for 5 years.
• Quality Management System: ISO 9001 required; provide objective evidence of documented QMS or valid certification by ISO accredited body.
• Method statement: Based on scope using template Ref 240-126469599.
• Quality policy and objectives approved by top management.
• Evidence of QMS in operation: Organization chart, responsibility matrix, documented control of externally provided processes/products/services.
• Latest internal management system audit report with nonconformity/corrective action reports.
• Technical criteria under functionality: Previous experience (30%), technical ability (10%), method statement and quality control (20%), key personnel experience (40%).
• Safety, health, and environmental (SHE) requirements: OHS plan, baseline risk assessment, valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA), OHS policy signed by CEO, OHS competency CVs/certificates.
• Local procurement content target: 100% South African resources; separate pricing for local vs. imported components if applicable.

• If performance security required, select at least two Eskom-approved financial institutions for bond/guarantee.

• Functionality scoring:

• Previous work experience on similar projects with references: 30%.
• Technical ability: 10%.
• Method statement and quality control measures: 20%.
• Experience of key personnel: 40%.

• Must achieve 70% threshold in functionality to proceed to further evaluation.

• Quality Management System: ISO 9001 required.
• Provide objective evidence of documented QMS or valid certification by ISO accredited body.
• Method statement based on scope using template Ref 240-126469599.
• Quality policy and objectives approved by top management.
• Evidence of QMS in operation:

• Organization chart and responsibility matrix including quality management function.
• Documented control of externally provided processes/products/services with criteria for evaluation, selection, monitoring, and re-evaluation.

• Latest internal management system audit report with nonconformity/correction/corrective action reports.
• Supplier must deliver according to client specifications.

• Submit completed pricing schedule/BOQ in PDF and Excel if not in NEC/contract.
• For e-tendering: upload size per document max 500 MB, total submission max 4 GB.
• Include cataloguing line item if required; Eskom will pay for cataloguing.
• Alternative tenders not allowed.
• Tender validity period: 120 days.

• Pricing format: Submit price schedule/BOQ in PDF and Excel; include cataloguing line item if required.
• Payment terms:

• Contracts below R50 million (incl. VAT): payment within 30 days of undisputed invoice receipt.
• Contracts above R50 million (incl. VAT): payment within 60 days of undisputed invoice receipt.

• Performance security: If required, select at least two Eskom-approved financial institutions for performance bond/demand guarantee.
• Financial analysis will be conducted as part of due diligence.
• Eskom reserves right to negotiate with preferred bidders if prices are not market-related.

• Mandatory contractual requirements: Proof of valid CSD registration, SDL&I.
• Additional contractual requirements (if applicable): SHEQ requirements.
• Compliance documents required:

• Tax clearance: For foreign tenderers with SA footprint (not CSD registered) and local tenderers without SARS PIN/CSD verification; foreign suppliers without SA footprint complete SBD1 only.
• Employment Equity Act: SA tenderers must provide proof of compliance and report submission to Department of Labour.
• B-BBEE: As per evaluation criteria.

• Eligibility criteria:

• No restrictions to do business with Eskom or state-owned companies.
• Not on international sanctions lists, Eskom Tender Defaulters list, or restricted by National Treasury.
• No conflict of interest; only one bid per tenderer (individually or in JV/consortium).
• Tenders must be signed by authorised persons.
• Subcontracting 100% of scope prohibited.
• JV/consortium agreements must state joint and several liability.

• Basic compliance: Meet eligibility criteria, submit complete tender (commercial, financial, technical), submit mandatory returnables by deadlines.

• B-BBEE points allocation under 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).
• Proof required: Valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited/sworn affidavit/CIPS affidavit), proof of ownership/shareholding (CIPC preferred), certified ID copies of shareholders, proof of disability (if applicable), consolidated certificate for trusts/consortia/JVs.
• Failure to provide proof results in zero points for specific goals and price-only scoring.
• Local procurement content target: 100% South African resources; separate pricing for local vs. imported components.

• OHS plan minimum requirements:

• OHS organization with responsibility and accountability.
• SHE incident management.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Emergency planning and fire risk management.
• Vehicle and driver behaviour safety.
• Permits.
• Competency, training, appointments.
• Communication and awareness.

• Lump sum costing for safety, health, and environmental management based on overall scope.
• Baseline Risk Assessment (BRA) for SHE risks covering routine and non-routine tasks; include methodology.
• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA or equivalent).
• OHS policy signed by CEO, complying with OHS Act Section 7.
• OHS competency: CVs and qualifications/certificates as required.

• Contract conditions: NEC TSC.
• Payment terms: 30 days for contracts below R50 million (incl. VAT), 60 days for contracts above R50 million (incl. VAT).
• Post-award returnables: Submit Form A2 Baseline Training Plan, Form A3 Project Interim Report, Form A4 Supervisor Agreement, Form A5 Project Completion Report as per Contract Skills Development Goals Standard (GGN 36760).
• Eskom reserves right to negotiate with preferred bidders if prices not market-related.
• Subcontracting with subsidiaries discouraged; must be declared if used.
• Tender validity: 120 days from closing.
• Acceptance of Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender (www.eskom.co.za) upon submission; Tender Data takes precedence in case of ambiguity.

• Alternative tenders not allowed.
• Cataloguing may be required post-award; include line item in Pricing Schedule.
• Subcontracting with subsidiaries discouraged; must be declared if used.
• Eskom reserves right to negotiate with preferred bidders if prices not market-related.

• Open invitation to tender; tender must be for the whole contract.
• Eligibility criteria: No restrictions with Eskom/state-owned companies; not on sanctions/defaulters lists; no conflict of interest; only one bid per tenderer; authorised signatures; no 100% subcontracting; JV/consortium must have joint and several liability.
• Basic compliance: Meet eligibility, submit complete tender (commercial, financial, technical), submit mandatory returnables by deadlines.

Closing date: 02 June 2026 at 10:00.

Eskom Representative: Dimpho Mnisi.

Submit the following returnable documents as part of the tender:

• Completed and signed Form A.
• Quality Method Statement based on the scope (use Method Statement Template-Ref 240-126469599).
• Quality Policy approved by top management.
• Quality Objectives approved by top management.
• Documented information for defined roles, responsibilities, and authorities (e.g., organisation chart and responsibility matrix, including quality management function/role).
• Documented information for Control of Externally Provided Processes, Products, and Services (criteria for evaluation, selection, monitoring, and re-evaluation of external providers).

Required returnable documents:

• Form A (completed and signed).

Evaluation is based on the following:

• QMS Compliance: Must demonstrate a documented Quality Management System that complies with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Documentation: Must provide objective evidence of QMS in operation, including organizational structure and external process controls.
• Form Submission: Submission of Form A (signed) is mandatory.
• Technical Capability: Ability to provide resources for electrical outage work, repairs, inspections, cleaning, support, and emergency services as specified.
• Section E contributes 2 points to the total evaluation score.

Scope of work includes:

• Provision of resources for electrical outage work.
• Routine repairs, inspections, and cleaning.
• Support services.
• Emergency breakdown services on an “as and when” required basis.
• Services to be rendered at Tutuka Power Station for a period of 5 years.

Additional requirements may apply as per the scope of work or specification.

• Market research indicates no current suppliers; open market for potential suppliers.

• Buyer: Unathi Melane
• Business Unit: Tutuka Power Station

• Submit all required returnable documents as per tender documents.
• Failure to meet SDL&I obligations may result in a penalty of 2.5% of contract value.
• Eskom retains 2.5% of every invoice (excluding VAT) as security for SDL&I obligations, released only upon fulfilment.
• Submit quarterly SDL&I compliance reports using the Data Collection Template.
• Complete and return the SDL&I Implementation Schedule within 28 days after contract award.
• Ensure B-BBEE documentation is valid and submitted to claim preference points.

• Submit quarterly SDL&I compliance reports using Data Collection Template.
• Eskom reviews reports within 30 days and notifies if obligations not met; implement corrective measures.
• Submit SDL&I Implementation Schedule within 28 days after contract award for monitoring.

• Award based on highest total points (price + specific goals) per PPPFA.
• Specific goals points based on B-BBEE status: 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.
• Tenderers failing to provide B-BBEE documentation may score 0 for specific goals but are not disqualified.
• Objective criteria (e.g., designated sectors, CIDB skills development) may be conditions for award; failure may lead to second-ranked tenderer being recommended.
• No current suppliers; open market.

• Scope: Provision of resources for electrical outage work, routine repairs, inspections, cleaning, support services, and emergency breakdown services on an 'as and when' required basis at Tutuka Power Station.
• Duration: 5 years.
• Skills development: Train unemployed candidates, focusing on Electrical Technician roles (S1 or S2 National Diploma).
• Tenderers bear full cost of skills development; may access SETA grants and SARS tax rebates.
• CIDB Construction Skills Development Goal (CSDG) may be mandatory; failure to meet renders tender non-responsive.

• Skills development involves using SETA-accredited training providers for critical and scarce skills.
• Tenderers bear full cost for skills development; may access SETA grants and SARS tax rebates.

• Services include inspections, cleaning, support, and emergency breakdown services on an as-and-when required basis at Tutuka Power Station for 5 years.

• Pricing must be separated into components per Price Schedule.
• Local procurement content is total spend minus imported component; target 100%.
• No explicit financial thresholds stated, but revenue determines B-BBEE documentation type.

• B-BBEE compliance mandatory for contract award; submit valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
• Required documents for preference points: valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited) or sworn affidavit/CIPS affidavit, proof of ownership/shareholding (preferably CIPC), certified ID copies of shareholders, proof of disability (if applicable), consolidated B-BBEE certificate for trusts/consortia/JVs.
• B-BBEE thresholds: EME (≤R10m) may submit sworn affidavit; QSE (≤R50m) must comply with QSE scorecard unless ≥51% Black-owned (then affidavit); >R50m need valid certificate.
• Designated sectors: If applicable, meet local production and content thresholds; submit SBD 6.2 and Annex C.
• CIDB Skills Development: If compulsory, meet CSDG % or tender non-responsive.
• NIPP: Mandatory for contracts with imported content ≥ USD 5 million; sign obligation agreement with dtic before contract.
• SDL&I objectives: B-BBEE improvement/retention plan (submit within 30 days of contract), local procurement content (100% target), procurement from ≥51% Black-owned entities (10% target), job creation/retention proposals, skills development proposals.
• Ensure B-BBEE sworn affidavits meet validity requirements: deponent name/ID, designation, enterprise name/address, ownership percentages, revenue details, financial year end, B-BBEE status level, empowering supplier status, same signing/commission dates, commissioner not an employee/ex officio.

• For B-BBEE sworn affidavits, ensure validity with: deponent name/ID, designation, enterprise name/address, ownership percentages, revenue details, financial year end, B-BBEE status level, empowering supplier status, same signing/commission dates, commissioner not an employee/ex officio.

• Penalty of 2.5% of contract value for failure to meet SDL&I obligations.
• Retention of 2.5% of every invoice (excluding VAT) as security for SDL&I obligations, released upon fulfilment.

• B-BBEE certificate/sworn affidavit is condition for award; thresholds based on annual revenue: ≤R10m (EME, affidavit), ≤R50m (QSE, scorecard or affidavit if ≥51% Black-owned), >R50m (valid certificate).

• B-BBEE status levels determine points: 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).

• Eskom appoints contractors for outage periods to accelerate plant maintenance during shutdowns (typically up to three months).
• Tender is for appointment of contractors to provide additional support in maintenance of electrical plant at Tutuka Power Station.
• Scope includes electrical equipment associated with boilers and auxiliaries, turbines and auxiliaries, ash handling systems, and coal stockyard.
• Contractor must provide competent, suitably qualified, and adequately resourced electrical personnel to execute all outage-related activities as per SOW document 15ENG GEN-3243.
• Required personnel: Electrical Artisans, Electrical Technicians, Supervisor, Safety Officer, General Labourer.
• Purpose of document: Define mandatory and qualitative evaluation criteria and TET member responsibilities for tender technical evaluation.
• Applicability: Tutuka Power Station.

• Submit a valid Electrical Contractor Registration Certificate with the Department of Labour (DOL).
• Provide proof of registration or confirmation of contract with registered persons.
• Note: DOL registration can take up to 3 months; lack of registration will delay contract execution.
• Include comprehensive method statements for executing the electrical outage scope of work.
• Provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP) relevant to electrical works.
• Submit detailed CVs for all key personnel (Electricians, Supervisor, Safety Officer, Planner).
• Include proof of technical ability with specified tools and equipment.
• Provide minimum of two references for previous similar electrical outage maintenance projects at a power station.

• Minimum weighted final technical score threshold: 70%.
• Scoring table: 5 (100%), 4 (80%), 2 (40%), 0 (0%) based on meeting Employer requirements.
• Qualitative criteria weightings: Previous work experience (30%), Technical ability (10%), Method statement and quality control (20%), Experience of Key Personnel (40%).
• TET members: Sguda Sibande, Pinkie Thelejane, Themba Sishange, Mzee Linganiso.
• TET responsibilities: All members evaluate mandatory criterion 1 and qualitative criteria 1-4.

• Scope: Provide competent, qualified, and adequately resourced electrical personnel for outage-related activities at Tutuka Power Station as per SOW document 15ENG GEN-3243.
• Personnel required:

• Electrical Artisans.
• Electrical Technicians.
• Supervisor.
• Safety Officer.
• General Labourer.

• All personnel must be appropriately trained, medically fit, authorised, and competent to perform tasks in accordance with legislation, site requirements, Employer standards, and approved work procedures.
• Maintain sufficient staffing levels throughout the outage period to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and within the approved outage schedule.
• Work includes maintenance of electrical plant associated with boilers, turbines, ash handling systems, and coal stockyard.
• Monitoring and reporting:

• Provide daily outage progress feedback to Employer's Service Manager and Supervisor.
• Submit outage reports at intervals specified by Employer and upon completion.
• Reports must include summary of activities, plant condition, defects, causes, corrective actions, recommendations, outstanding issues, and supporting documentation.
• Employer reserves right to review, audit, and verify all reported information.

• Contractor must submit comprehensive method statements for executing the electrical outage scope of work.
• Provide trade-specific tasks method statements for electrical outage relevant to the scope, with defined sequence.
• Scoring for method statements:

• Score 5: Complete and feasible plan.
• Score 4: Complete and acceptable plan.
• Score 2: Plan meets technical requirements.
• Score 0: Plan not feasible and does not meet technical requirements.

• Contractor must maintain sufficient staffing levels throughout the outage period to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and within schedule.

• Previous work experience: Contractor should have experience working on electrical outage maintenance projects at a power station (preferable). Provide minimum of 2 references.
• Scoring for experience:

• Score 5: Experience ≥ 3 years.
• Score 4: Experience >2 years.
• Score 2: Experience 1 to 2 years.
• Score 0: Experience < 1 year.

• Key Personnel qualifications:

• Electrical Artisans: Recognised Electrical Trade Test Certificate; minimum 3 years' relevant post-trade experience on power generation, heavy industrial, or similar plant environments; competency in fault finding, maintenance, repair, testing, and commissioning; at least two must be registered as Three-Phase Installation Electricians with valid IE registration numbers maintained for contract duration; all must have driver’s licence.
• Supervisor: Recognised Electrical Trade Test Certificate and supervisor qualification; minimum 5 years' relevant experience as Electrical Supervisor on power generation, heavy industrial, or similar plant environments; ability to manage outage resources, quality requirements, safety compliance, and work execution activities.
• Safety Officer and Planner: Grade 12 certificate; safety qualification; driver’s licence; 3 years' experience; planner must be proficient in Primavera/MS Projects with minimum 3 years' experience.

• Scoring for key personnel experience:

• Score 5: Experience ≥ 3 years.
• Score 4: Experience 3 years.
• Score 2: Experience 1-2 years.
• Score 0: Experience < 1 year.

• Contractor must submit a comprehensive Quality Control Plan (QCP) relevant to electrical works.
• QCP is a template for executing any work related to the scope.
• Scoring for QCP:

• Score 5: Complete and feasible plan.
• Score 4: Complete and acceptable plan.
• Score 2: Plan meets technical requirements.
• Score 0: Plan not feasible and does not meet technical requirements.

• Daily outage progress feedback must include quality concerns, constraints, and risks affecting outage progress.
• Outage reports must include supporting test results, inspection records, photographs, and quality documentation where applicable.
• Employer reserves right to review, audit, and verify all reported information.

• Mandatory: Registration as an Electrical Contractor with the Department of Labour (DOL).
• Provide valid Electrical Contractor Registration Certificate.
• All electrical certified companies must be registered; delays in DOL registration (up to 3 months) can hinder execution.
• Key personnel qualifications:

• Electrical Artisans: Recognised Electrical Trade Test Certificate; minimum 3 years' relevant post-trade experience; competency in fault finding, maintenance, repair, testing, and commissioning; at least two must be registered as Three-Phase Installation Electricians with valid IE registration numbers maintained for contract duration.
• Supervisor: Recognised Electrical Trade Test Certificate and supervisor qualification; minimum 5 years' relevant experience as Electrical Supervisor; ability to manage resources, quality, safety, and work execution.
• Safety Officer and Planner: Grade 12 certificate; safety qualification; driver’s licence; 3 years' experience; planner must be proficient in Primavera/MS Projects with minimum 3 years' experience.

• All employees must have a driver’s licence.
• Unacceptable risks: No responsible person, insufficient resources, no previous work done, equipment not according to scope.
• Unacceptable exceptions: No qualification/certification.

• Contractor must provide a Safety Officer as part of the required personnel.
• Safety Officer must have Grade 12 certificate, safety qualification, driver’s licence, and 3 years' experience.
• Daily outage progress feedback must include safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions.
• All personnel must be medically fit and authorised to perform tasks in accordance with applicable legislation and site requirements.
• Contractor must ensure work is executed safely within the approved outage schedule.

• Mandatory requirement: Registration as an Electrical Contractor with DOL (valid certificate or confirmation of contract with registered persons).
• Technical ability: Provide proof of competency with specified tools (e.g., Megger, Ductor, HV testers, multimeters, CoC test kit). Scoring based on tool list alignment with scope.
• Acceptable technical risks: Incorrect allocation of listed appointed personnel.
• Unacceptable technical risks: No responsible person, not enough resources, no previous work done, equipment not according to scope.
• Acceptable technical exceptions/conditions: N/A.
• Unacceptable technical exceptions/conditions: No qualification/certification.
• References: Generation Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure (240-168966153) and Tender Technical Evaluation Procedure for Transmission and Distribution (240-48929482).

The eTendering system is Eskom's web-based platform for electronic submission of tender documents. It replaces physical submissions at Eskom offices. Key features: 1) Suppliers upload documents to an electronic 'drop box'. 2) Registration with CSD number, email, and cellphone is required. 3) Access is granted after OTP verification. 4) Compatible with most browsers, with Microsoft Edge recommended.

For system or submission issues, contact the buyer responsible for the published tender. No direct contact details provided in the document.

Submission is electronic via Eskom's eTendering system (https://eTendering.eskom.co.za). Steps: 1) Register on the portal with a valid CSD number, email, and cellphone. 2) Verify email and OTP sent to both email and cellphone. 3) Select the tender reference number. 4) Click 'Create New Submission' and upload all required documents under correct categories (e.g., Technical, Commercial, Finance). 5) Ensure file names are clear and file types are correctly selected. 6) Individual file size must not exceed 50MB; total submission size must not exceed 900MB. 7) Review all documents, then click 'Finalize Submission' and confirm. 8) Save the submission confirmation email (includes submission ID) for future reference. Physical submissions are not accepted.

Registration: Suppliers must register on the eTendering system and verify their email and phone number via OTP. CSD Number: A valid CSD (Central Supplier Database) number is required to access the eTendering system. Compliance: Suppliers must meet Eskom's selection and evaluation criteria (for closed tenders, only pre-selected suppliers will receive invitations). Technical: Ability to provide the specified electrical services and support as per the tender scope.

The eTendering system is a web-based platform for uploading tender documents. It replaces manual/physical submissions at Eskom tender offices. Suppliers must: 1) Register with valid details (CSD number required). 2) Use the portal to upload documents into an electronic 'drop box'. 3) Access is granted after OTP verification via email and cellphone. Compatible with most web browsers, but Microsoft Edge is recommended.

CSD registration is mandatory to access the eTendering system. No other specific compliance requirements are stated in the document.

• The Service Manager's details (name, address, phone, fax, email) are to be provided but are currently unspecified in the document.
• The Employer is Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, registered office at Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg.
• The Employer's agent details are given in the Contract Data but are not specified in the extracted text.

• Complete and sign the Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1) by a duly authorised representative.
• Include the Schedule of Deviations if any changes are agreed.
• Submit the Contract Data provided by the Contractor (C1.2b) and any required Proforma Guarantees (C1.3).
• After acceptance, contact the Employer's agent within two weeks to arrange delivery of securities, bonds, guarantees, proof of insurance, and other documentation.
• Failure to fulfil these obligations constitutes repudiation of the agreement.

• Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1) must be completed and signed.
• Contract Data provided by the Contractor (C1.2b) must be filled in.
• Proforma Guarantees (C1.3) are required.
• The tenderer's signature, name, capacity, and organisation details must be provided.

• The contract includes Option X17 (Low service damages) with a service level table in Annexure A.
• Option X18 (Limitation of liability) applies: Contractor's liability for indirect/consequential loss is limited to R0.0; liability for loss/damage to Employer's property is limited to the amount of relevant deductibles.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are monitored under Option X20, but no incentives are paid. A KPI table is in Appendix B, and performance reports are required every 6 months.
• Additional conditions (Z clauses) include ethics provisions prohibiting coercive, collusive, corrupt, fraudulent, or obstructive actions.

• Provision of resources for electrical outage work, routine maintenance, repairs, inspections, cleaning, support services, and emergency breakdown services on an 'as and when' required basis at Tutuka Power Station for a period of 5 years.
• The Affected Property is Tutuka Power Station.
• The Service Information is in Part 3: Scope of Work and all referenced documents and drawings.
• The Contractor must submit a first plan for acceptance within 2 weeks of the Contract Date.
• Key personnel must be identified, including their job titles and responsibilities.
• The Contractor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and contract terms related to service provision.
• Risk management includes maintaining a Risk Register with matters to be specified by the Contractor.

• The Contractor must submit a first plan for acceptance within 2 weeks of the Contract Date.
• The plan identified in the Contract Data must be contained in specified documents, and key personnel must be listed.

• Key personnel must be identified, including names, job titles, responsibilities, qualifications, and experience.
• CVs and further data for key persons are required but not specified in the extracted text.

• The Service Information for quality and execution is in Part 3: Scope of Work and all referenced documents and drawings.
• The Contractor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and contract terms related to service provision.
• Risk management includes maintaining a Risk Register with matters to be specified by the Contractor.

• The contract uses NEC3 TSC Option A: Priced contract with price list.
• Payment assessment interval is between the 25th day of each month during outages or as required.
• Payments are due within 30 days, in South African Rand.
• Interest on late payments is based on the publicly quoted prime rate from Standard Bank of South Africa.
• The Contractor must provide a tax invoice within one week of receiving a payment certificate, including Eskom's VAT number 4740101508.
• The price list (C2.2) includes items for personnel (e.g., Supervisor, Electrical Artisans, Assistants) with hourly rates, overtime rates (1.5x for normal days/Saturdays, 2x for Sundays/public holidays), and costs for transport and PPE.
• Pricing assumptions under Option A require the Contractor to understand how work is priced and paid, link the price list to the plan, and include all necessary costs in the prices.

• The tenderer must have a CIDB registration number (mentioned but not specified).
• B-BBEE status must be maintained; any decrease allows the Employer to renegotiate or terminate the contract. Changes must be notified within 7 days, with an updated verification certificate submitted within 30 days.
• The Contractor must comply with confidentiality requirements, health and safety regulations (including Construction Regulations 2014), environmental laws, and POPIA.
• Insurance requirements are specified in Insurance Tables A and B, covering liability, property damage, and other risks.
• Security clearance/criminal checks are required for personnel accessing critical infrastructure, at the Contractor's cost.
• The contract is based on NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC3) with Option A (Priced contract with price list), dispute resolution Option W1, and secondary Options X1, X2, X17, X18, X19, X20, and Z clauses.
• The service period is 60 months, starting date TBC.
• The law of the contract is South African law, and the language is English.
• Additional Z clauses cover cession/delegation, joint ventures, B-BBEE status changes, confidentiality, health/safety/environment, tax invoices, compensation events, ethics, and POPIA compliance.
• The Contractor must provide key personnel details and a plan for acceptance within specified timelines.

• The Contractor must take all reasonable precautions for health and safety, complying with Construction Regulations 2014 and all applicable health & safety laws.
• The Employer may appoint the Contractor as Principal Contractor for the Affected Property.
• Specific asbestos management procedures apply, including exposure limits, monitoring by accredited bodies, and safe work practices. Personnel may stop work if unsafe conditions arise.
• Security clearance/criminal checks are required for personnel accessing sites.

• The Contractor must comply with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and contract procedures.
• Asbestos handling and disposal must be done by a registered asbestos contractor, following South African legislation.

• The contract is based on NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC3) with Option A (Priced contract with price list), dispute resolution Option W1, and secondary Options X1, X2, X17, X18, X19, X20, and Z clauses.
• The service period is 60 months, starting date TBC.
• The law of the contract is South African law, and the language is English.
• Insurance requirements are detailed in Insurance Tables A and B, covering liability, property damage, and specific risks like nuclear liability and asbestos.
• Additional Z clauses cover cession/delegation, joint ventures, B-BBEE status changes, confidentiality, health/safety/environment, tax invoices, compensation events, ethics, and POPIA compliance.
• The Contractor must provide key personnel details and a plan for acceptance within specified timelines.