Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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Tender Type
Expression of interest
Delivery Location
Eskom Pk, Jellicoe St - Witbank - Witbank - 1034
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-168893
ESKOM is procuring an office or industrial building for acquisition (purchase) in the bushbuckering area of the mpumalanga operating unit. The procurement is by expression of interest, with a closing date of 2026-09-10 at 10:00 utc. Bidders must evidence self-training on the e-tendering solution and submit the mandatory acknowledgement form or risk disqualification.
Bidders must submit the Eskom E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form, marked with the enquiry number E3472DXMPOU, as a mandatory returnable.
The acknowledgement form must confirm that the bidder has undergone self-training through the e-Tendering Noddy Guide, video, or clarification meeting, and is satisfied they can operate the e-Tendering solution.
The form must be fully completed and submitted within the prescribed period; failure to do so renders the tenderer non-responsive and disqualified.
The form requires the business name, contact person, landline, cellphone, and email address of the bidder, plus the authorised signature, designation relation, and date.
Tenders close on 25 September 2026 at 10:00 (SAST). Bids must be submitted through the E-Tendering platform for enquiry E3472DXMPOU.
Date & Time
Friday, 25 September 2026 - 10:00
Venue
null
Categories
Expression of interest
Eskom Pk, Jellicoe St - Witbank - Witbank - 1034
03 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
25 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf
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Median Estimate
R 554 595
Range
Based on 15 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
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Description
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)The document is the Eskom eTendering System Suppliers Help Manual, which explains how to use the electronic tender submission platform. It does not contain details about the specific tender for the acquisition of an office/industrial building in Bushbuckridge.
Important Dates
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)The tender record lists a closing date of 2026-09-25T10:00:00.000Z. No other dates are stated in the document.
Contact Information
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)For problems with the eTendering, TenderBulletin, or OpenText systems, contact the buyer responsible for the published tender. No specific contact details are provided.
Submission Guidelines
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)Bidders must submit tender documents electronically via the Eskom eTendering system at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za. Access requires registration and verification of email and OTP. Documents must be uploaded under the correct category (technical, commercial, finance). File size limits: maximum 50MB per file, total 900MB. Finalise submission and retain the email confirmation with the submission ID. A valid CSD number is required to access the system.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)No evaluation criteria are stated in the document. The document only mentions that closed tenders are sent directly to suppliers who meet selection and evaluation criteria.
Technical Specifications
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)The document is a user manual for the Eskom eTendering system, not the tender specification. It describes the electronic submission process, including registration, OTP verification, document upload, and finalisation. No technical specifications for the office/industrial building acquisition are provided.
Methodology
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)The submission process involves: register on the eTendering portal, verify email and OTP, log in, select the tender, upload documents under the correct category (technical, commercial, finance), ensure file size limits (max 50MB per file, 900MB total), finalise submission, and receive email confirmation with submission ID. Also includes steps for editing registration, logging off, and password reset.
Compliance Requirements
Source: E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf (TENDER)Bidders must have a valid CSD number to access the eTendering system. Registration requires a valid email address and cell phone number (starting with +27). No other compliance requirements are stated.
These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
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)
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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.
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.pdf
Eskom is procuring an office or industrial building for acquisition (purchase) in the Bushbuckridge area of the Mpumalanga Operating Unit. The tender is open to suppliers registered on Eskom's eTendering system, which requires a CSD number for access.
Annexure X - E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form.pdf
Eskom is procuring the acquisition (purchase) of an office or industrial building in the Bushbuckridge area within its Mpumalanga Operating Unit.
To download these documents and access AI-powered analysis, visit the main tender page.
Organization
EskomContact Person
Koketso Mokalapa
Phone
011-516-7994
[email protected]
Address
Eskom Pk, Jellicoe St - Witbank - Witbank - 1034
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
3
Last checked
08 Sept 2026
AI status
Enhanced
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Returnable Documents
Source: Annexure X - E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form.pdf (unknown)The E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form (Template ID: 240-9722574 Rev 1) is a mandatory returnable document. It must be fully completed and submitted to Eskom within the prescribed period; failure to do so will render the tenderer non-responsive and disqualified from the procurement process.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure X - E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form.pdf (unknown)The E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form must be fully completed and submitted with an authorised signature and designation. No other eligibility thresholds (CSD registration, B-BBEE level, CIDB grading, tax clearance, financial capacity) are stated in the provided document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure X - E-tendering Help Manual acknowledgement form.pdf (unknown)No specific requirements found
Description
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdfEskom Distribution seeks to acquire office/industrial space on an outright purchase basis with clear ownership documents for its Mpumalanga Operating Unit CNC in Bushbuckridge. The requirement is 1,000 to 5,000 sqm land area and 300 to 500 sqm building, ready for possession, professional appearance, approved for office/industrial use, and at least 18 parking spaces.
Important Dates
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)Closing date and time: 25 September 2026 at 10h00 (South African Standard Time).
No briefing or site visit is mentioned.
Contact Information
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)Procurement Officer (EOI signatory): Koketso Mokalapa, telephone 053 830 5922, email [email protected].
Procurement Manager: Nelly Nkosi, telephone 017 648 0111, email [email protected].
Enquiries and clarifications: email Koketso Mokalapa at [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)Submission channel: upload via the Eskom E-Tendering page at http://etendering.eskom.co.za by the closing date and time. No hard copies accepted.
Format: all documents in PDF; upload size per document max 500 MB, total submission max 4 GB. No zip/condensed files.
Resubmission: if resubmitted, only the latest version is accepted; previous versions become null and void.
Status: ensure the submission status is marked as complete.
Returnable documents (all must be provided or no evaluation will be carried out):
Disqualification risks: late submissions, incomplete information, or failure to follow electronic submission rules.
Returnable Documents
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)The following information is requested with this EOI. No evaluation will be carried on the submitted EOI if all the information has not been provided. 7.1 Company profile: A summary of the profile of the company must be submitted, including but not limited to: (1) company registration number (2) structure of the company (3) previous experience. 7.2 Business Proposal: A business proposal must be submitted, including but not limited to the scope of work above (see point 6).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)This is an expression of interest (market-testing), not an invitation to bid. No evaluation criteria or scoring split are stated. Selection will be based on the details submitted in the EOI, followed by an inspection of offered premises for preliminary short-listing. Short-listed parties will be invited to submit a detailed offer and terms and conditions.
Technical Specifications
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)Requirement: acquisition (outright purchase) of an office/industrial building in the Bushbuckridge area, Mpumalanga Operating Unit.
Land area: 1,000 to 5,000 sqm.
Building size: 300 to 500 sqm, ready for possession.
Building must project a professional and aesthetically pleasing appearance and be approved for office/industrial use.
Parking: at least 18 parking spaces.
Location: within the main commercial or industrial sectors of Bushbuckridge.
Preference will be given to premises:
Ownership: clear and unambiguous ownership documents required.
Methodology
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)Interested parties with built-up areas as specified and clear legal title must submit an expression of interest in the form of a proposal, providing details including owner name, contact details, location, size, layout, amenities, and asking price. Selection will be based on the submitted details, followed by inspection of premises for short-listing. Short-listed parties will be invited to submit a detailed offer and terms and conditions.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdfCompany profile must include: company registration number, structure of the company, and previous experience.
Quality Management
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdfOffered premises will be inspected by Eskom for preliminary short-listing. The inspection may include a physical inspection of the premises.
Financial Requirements
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)No pricing format, bonds, guarantees, or payment terms are stated. The EOI asks for the asking price as part of the proposal details.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)No specific compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB) are stated in this EOI. Respondents must have clear legal title to the property and be owners or authorised agents.
Contractual Terms
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdfThis EOI is a market-testing exercise and does not constitute a formal procurement process. Eskom reserves the right, at its absolute discretion and without notice, to terminate participation by any party, select or disqualify any participant, or amend or terminate the EOI process. Information submitted may be used without acknowledging the source and without granting any rights to the respondent. No information submitted will be treated as confidential; respondents should not submit sensitive or confidential information. Respondents are solely responsible for all costs incurred in responding. Eskom may reject any or all expressions of interest.
Special Conditions
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdf (EOI)This EOI is a market-testing exercise. Eskom reserves the right to terminate, select, disqualify, amend, or reject any or all expressions of interest. Information submitted may be used without acknowledging the source and without granting rights. No information will be treated as confidential. Respondents bear all costs incurred.
Section
Source: Expression of Interest (EOI) or Request for Information (RFI) Template - EOI Bushbuckridge area.pdfNo evaluation will be carried out on the submitted EOI if all required information has not been provided. Required information: company profile and business proposal.
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