ESKOM distribution division is seeking expressions of interest from suppliers to lease, lease-to-own, or acquire outright a warehouse facility in richards bay, kwazulu-natal, to serve as a regional distribution centre. This tender is open to suppliers who meet the selection criteria and can provide a suitable facility. Bidders must register on the ESKOM etendering system and submit their proposals electronically before the closing date.
You must have a valid CSD number to register and access the eTendering portal.
Upload documents under the correct categories (Technical, Commercial, Finance, etc.) and ensure each file does not exceed 50MB (total uploads max 900MB).
Finalize your submission by clicking 'Finalise and Close Submission' before the closing date: 19 August 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Save the confirmation email with your submission ID for future reference.
Incomplete uploads, incorrect file categories, or failure to finalize on time may lead to disqualification.
No specific technical specifications for the warehouse are provided in the tender document; refer to the full tender for detailed requirements.
Eskom Distribution Division is seeking to lease, lease-to-own, or acquire outright a warehouse facility to serve as a Regional Distribution Centre within Richards Bay, Kwa-Zulu Natal Province
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ESKOM distribution division is seeking to lease, lease-to-own, or acquire outright a warehouse facility to serve as a regional distribution centre within richards bay, kwa-zulu natal province
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Description
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf
Important Dates
04 Aug
2026
PUBLICATION
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19 Aug
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
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This is a user manual for the Eskom eTendering system, not the actual tender document. The tender is for leasing, lease-to-own, or outright acquisition of a warehouse facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to serve as a Regional Distribution Centre for Eskom Distribution Division.
Important Dates
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
Closing date: 2026-08-19T10:00:00.000Z (from tender record). No other dates (briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are stated in the document.
Contact Information
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
For system problems, contact the buyer responsible for the published tender. No specific name, email, phone, or address provided in the document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
Register on the eTendering portal (requires CSD number).
After login, select the tender reference number (E3336DXMWP).
Click "Create New Submission" and upload documents under correct categories: Technical, Commercial, Finance, etc.
File size limit: 50MB per file; total uploads must not exceed 900MB.
Finalize submission by clicking "Finalise and Close Submission".
Save the confirmation email with submission ID for future reference.
Disqualification risk: incomplete uploads, wrong file categories, or failure to finalize before closing date.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
Document mentions a "closed tender" functionality where suppliers meeting selection and evaluation criteria are invited via email to bid privately. No specific scoring method, minimum thresholds, or preference points are stated in the provided content.
Technical Specifications
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
The document describes the eTendering system, not the warehouse facility requirements. No technical specifications for the warehouse (size, location, infrastructure, etc.) are provided.
Compliance Requirements
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
CSD number required to access the eTendering system. No other compliance requirements (tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC, professional registrations, local content) are stated in the document.
Requirements
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf (TENDER)
To use the eTendering system: register with a valid email and cell phone (with +27 prefix), complete all fields, verify email via link, login with OTP, then upload tender documents. A CSD number is required for access.
Section
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier - 27 January 2025.pdf
The document mentions a "closed tender" functionality where suppliers meeting selection and evaluation criteria are invited via email. No specific evaluation criteria for this tender are provided.
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Description
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf
Eskom Distribution seeks to establish a Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to store and distribute electrical components and equipment.
The facility can be leased, lease-to-own, or acquired outright.
The EOI is a market-testing exercise to identify suitable, strategically located distribution facilities that support high-volume logistics, business continuity, and modern supply chain operations.
This is not an invitation to bid; Eskom reserves the right to reject any or all expressions of interest.
Important Dates
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf (EOI)
Closing Date: 19 August 2026 at 10:00 (South African Standard Time).
No briefing session, site visit, or clarification deadline is stated in the document.
Maximum upload size per document: 500 MB; total submission limit: 4 GB.
Do not upload zip/compressed files.
No hard copy submissions accepted.
If you resubmit, only the latest version will be accepted; previous submissions become null and void.
Ensure the submission status is marked as "complete."
Deadline: 19 August 2026 at 10:00 (South African Standard Time).
It is your responsibility to ensure your submission is uploaded before the closing date and time.
A Supplier Help Manual and video are available on the Eskom E-Tendering page.
This is an Expression of Interest (EOI), not an invitation to bid. Eskom is not committed to acquire any facility.
Returnable Documents
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf (EOI)
Submit all documents in PDF and Excel format.
Maximum upload size per document: 500 MB; total submission limit: 4 GB.
No zip/compressed files accepted.
No hard copy submissions accepted.
If resubmitting, only the latest version will be accepted.
Ensure submission status is marked as "complete."
Technical Specifications
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf (EOI)
Eskom Distribution seeks a warehouse facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to serve as a Regional Distribution Centre (RDC).
The facility can be leased, lease-to-own, or acquired outright.
Warehouse size: 12,000 m² to 22,000 m² covered space (excluding office space).
Minimum clear internal height: 13 metres to underside of haunch.
High floor load-bearing capacity for heavy racking systems.
Floors: flat, FM2 or equivalent polished concrete, suitable for Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
Yard: fully paved, sufficient for superlink and articulated truck manoeuvring, with minimum 22-metre turning radius.
External staging/open storage capability and adequate circulation space required.
Dedicated office/admin space: modern, climate-controlled, well-lit, with ablutions, canteen, change rooms, and preferred security control room/reception.
Location: within an established modern industrial zone in Richards Bay, with direct access to major arterial and national routes, and reasonable public transport access.
Mandatory safety standards: automatic sprinkler system throughout warehouse and racking areas, fire hose reels, portable extinguishers, smoke detection and extraction, minimum two emergency exit routes, full compliance with local fire authority regulations and OHSA.
Utilities: warehouse racking systems compliant with load bearing, safety, and fire standards; sufficient electrical supply; LED high-bay lighting preferred; water and sewer connections sized for operational needs.
Business continuity (strong preference): backup power (generator/alternative energy), backup water supply (tanks/pressure systems), additional resilience systems (solar, UPS) are an added advantage.
Parking: minimum 40 covered bays, additional uncovered staff/visitor parking, provision for truck parking and queueing.
Preference for A-grade specifications, ready for immediate occupation, with all approvals, occupancy certificates, and zoning permissions in place, requiring minimal capital upgrades.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf
Respondents must provide in the response sheet:
Contact name and details.
Company registration number.
Brief description of previous experience and the solution offered.
No specific minimum experience or key personnel qualifications are stated.
Quality Management
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf
No specific quality management standards or certifications are stated in the document.
Eskom reserves the right to conduct site inspections and request additional information from respondents.
Pricing Schedule
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf
Indicative prices are optional and only for use in RFI responses.
Respondents may include purchase price, lease price, and/or commercial terms (not mandatory).
No formal pricing schedule or bill of quantities is provided.
Financial Requirements
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf (EOI)
Indicative pricing is optional and only for use in RFI responses (not mandatory at EOI stage).
Respondents may provide purchase price, lease price, and/or commercial terms (not mandatory).
No specific financial capacity requirements, bonds, guarantees, or payment terms are stated.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf (EOI)
No specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC, professional registrations, local content) are stated in the document.
Respondents must provide company registration number as part of the response sheet.
The facility must have all necessary approvals, occupancy certificates, and zoning permissions in place.
Health & Safety
Source: Richards Bay KZN EOI_.pdf
Mandatory safety standards for the facility:
Fully compliant automatic sprinkler system throughout warehouse and racking areas.
Provision of fire hose reels and portable fire extinguishers.
Installation of smoke detection and extraction systems.
Minimum two clearly marked emergency exit routes.
Full compliance with local fire authority regulations and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
Tenders SA is not the issuing authority. All tenders are automatically synced from the official government tender portal. Always confirm final submission details, closing dates, briefing sessions, eligibility requirements, and documents on the official government portal before applying.