Design, supply, installation and commissioning of residential 5 kw, 8 kw, 10 kw and 12 kw single-phase solar pv and battery storage systems

The document details the technical evaluation process for the tender, including mandatory requirements and functional evaluation criteria with weighted scoring across two categories: Major Equipment Specification (60%) and User Requirement Specification (40%).

Closing date: 6 October 2026 at 10:00

No compulsory briefing or site visit mentioned in the document.

Mandatory technical criteria (pass/fail):

• Qualified personnel: ECSA registration (Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng/Pr Techni Eng) with signed design responsibility letter; PV GreenCard or equivalent installer accreditation; registered electrician's Wireman's Licence with Department of Labour registration; signed organisational structure.
• Complete system design documentation for 2 previous PV/BESS projects in the last 3 years (SLD, PV array layout, string configuration, cable sizing, mounting specs, BOM, datasheets, container layout, feasibility study report).
• PV module compliance with SANS 61215:2015 or equivalent.
• Inverter compliance with NRS097-2-1, including datasheets, third-party type-test certificates, and proof of communication device for local Wi-Fi/LAN and Modbus remote telemetry.
• Battery compliance with SANS/IEC 62619:2022 (preferably IEC 63056), minimum 80% DoD, 5000 cycles, modular and scalable.

Functional evaluation (weighted scoring):

• Category 1: Requirements of Eskom Standard 240-171000418 (weight 60%)
• Inverters (12%)
• PV Panels (12%)
• Battery System (12%)
• AC and DC Protective Devices (8%)
• Remote Monitoring & Control (10%)
• Fire Detection & Suppression (6%)
• Section minimum pass-rate: 48% (60% × 0.8)
• Category 2: User Requirement Specification 240-171000566 (weight 40%)
• Functional Requirements (3%)
• Modes of Operation (3%)
• Customer Feasibility Study (3%)
• Site Assessment (3%)
• Structural Assessment (5%)
• System Design and Engineering (4%)
• Installation and Construction Requirements (8%)
• Handover and Training (3%)
• Customer After Sales Installation Support (8%)
• Section minimum pass-rate: 32% (40% × 0.8)
• Total percentage calculated across both categories.
• No price/B-BBEE preference point system (80/20 or 90/10) described in this document.

Scope: Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of rooftop PV solutions for single-phase residential customers (20–60 Amps).

Applicable standards: Eskom Standard 240-171000418 (Major Equipment Requirements for Distribution Solar PV and BESS) and Specification 240-171000566 (User Requirement Specification for Residential Solar PV and BESS).

Major equipment requirements:

• Hybrid inverters: single-phase, IP65 rated, ≥96% weighted average efficiency, THD ≤3% at full load, 20% overload for 5 seconds, parallel operation of at least 5 units, shared DC bus, 48V battery support, LFP chemistry compatibility, BMS communication via CAN and Modbus, seamless switching ≤20ms (grid/battery/PV), black start capability, generator integration with auto-start, ATS relay output for neutral-earth bonding, wall-mounted minimum, operating temperature -10°C to 55°C (derating above 45°C).
• PV panels: monocrystalline only, ≥19% module efficiency at STC, bypass diodes per 18–24 cells, first-year output within 3% of rated capacity, degradation ≤0.8%/year (years 2–20), compliance with IEC 61215, IEC 61730-1/2, safety class II (IEC 60364-4-41, SANS 61140, SANS 61204), IP67 connectors (IEC 60529, IEC 62852), independent PID testing per SANS 61215/61730.
• Battery system: daily cycling with micro-cycles, ≥5000 cycles at 80% DoD, automatic cell balancing, auto-restart after full discharge, 10% overload for 1 minute, stackable/wall-mounted enclosure, compliance with SANS/IEC 62619:2022 and IEC 63056 Ed.1.0, BMS communication per Section 3.7 protocols.
• AC/DC protective devices: AC/DC breakers per SANS 60947, DC residual breakers per SANS 60755-1, PV fuse-links per SANS 60269-1/6, DC cables per SANS 62930 (1.5 kV DC), DC connectors per SANS 62852.
• Remote monitoring & control: IEEE 1547 compliance; data points (active/reactive/apparent power, voltage, current, frequency, status, alarms); real-time telemetry ≤1 second; protocols: IEEE 2030.5 (SEP2), SunSpec Modbus; cybersecurity authentication/encryption for internet-facing interfaces; remote tripping; time-based schedule following; remote adjustment of active power (cap export, ramp rate N/A); reactive power adjustment N/A; voltage/frequency ride-through settings N/A; operating modes N/A.
• SCADA Gateway: Eskom-approved RTU on contract, wall-mounted cabinet 600×400×800 mm, DC supply interfaced, hardwired digital I/O (48 VDC wetted contacts), open protocols only, costed scenarios for standard vs. supplier-recommended equipment.
• Remote Engineering Access (REA): low-level device data access, no inherent internet required, REA for fire detection, NVR, VMS, inverters, BMS, protection devices, SCADA gateway, generator; Modbus RTU encapsulated in TCP/IP; Eskom-standard network equipment; third-party access per 32-373 standard.
• Physical security: CCTV per 240-91190304, high-security mesh fencing per 240-76368574, integrated access control per 240-102220945, non-lethal energized perimeter per 240-78980848.
• Data logger/historian: local logging of operational data (Table 1), supplementary data logging (performance, alarms, load, commands, configuration, asset health, environmental), export facility (timestamp, tag, value, quality, comment), off-site historian per 240-64038621.
• Metering & load management: bulk smart metering with data concentrator linked to HES, Eskom-accepted metering equipment, pole-top kiosks per D-DT-1042/1043/1044/1045, customer load management per 240-170000943, emergency load limiting.
• HVAC: per 240-82172806.
• Fire detection & suppression: if required by rational design (NFPA), comply with SANS 10139, SANS 14520, SANS 15779.
• Telecommunications: per 13 Eskom standards (240-132190480, 240-153473135, 240-54615374, 240-103792430, 240-95399670, 240-75975613, 240-72274830, 240-70783066, 240-70732888, 240-48584707, 240-46264031, NRS 088-1/2, NRS 081).
• Structural: shipping containers (40 ft max 26460 kg, 20 ft max 28230 kg) or prefabricated enclosures per 240-89498731 or 240-171000459; corrosion protection per 240-75655504; foundations per D-DT-5282; earthing per D-DT-4407; PV support structures per SANS 10160-3 (50 m/s gust, 25-year life, terrain category A/D, altitude 0 m); LPL II lightning protection per SANS 62305; structural steel standards per Table 4; site clearance per SANS 1200 C/DA; 2.4 m palisade fence with gates per D-DT-5237; kerbing per D-DT-5254; uniform foundation levels; 100 mm crushed stone cover.

Mandatory returnable documents (failure to meet any disqualifies the bid):

1. Qualified Personnel: ECSA registration certificate (Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng/Pr Techni Eng) with signed design responsibility letter; PV installer accreditation (PV GreenCard or equivalent); registered electrician's Wireman's Licence with Department of Labour registration; signed organisational structure (delegated authority).
2. Complete system design documentation for 2 previous PV/BESS projects in the last 3 years (single line diagram, PV array layout, string configuration table, AC/DC cable sizing calculations, mounting structure specifications, bill of materials, component datasheets, equipment container layout if applicable, PV system feasibility study software report).
3. PV Module Compliance: evidence of compliance with SANS 61215:2015 or equivalent.
4. Inverter Compliance: evidence of compliance with NRS097-2-1; datasheets; third-party type-test certificates; proof of embedded or external communication device supporting local Wi-Fi/LAN monitoring and Modbus for remote telemetry.
5. Battery Compliance: evidence of compliance with SANS/IEC 62619:2022 and preferably IEC 63056 Ed.1.0; minimum 80% depth of discharge, 5000 cycles, modular and scalable.

No CIDB grading, B-BBEE level, CSD registration, tax clearance, CIPC registration, professional body registration, or local content percentage specified in this document.

The document specifies the OHS tender returnable documents required as per the scope of work for the rooftop PV solution project.

Required OHS tender returnable documents (must be submitted with the bid):

• Annexure B: Acknowledgement of Eskom's OHS legal and other requirements form, signed by the tenderer.
• Health and Safety Plan: Addressing project/scope of work OHS risks, aligned with health and safety specification.
• Costing for Health and Safety management: Detailed breakdown (not lump sum) based on overall scope of work and risk assessment.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA): Identification, assessment and management of OHS risks; methodology must be provided.
• 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 for SACPCMP-registered safety officer, incident investigator, risk assessor.
• Safe Work Procedure (as per scope of work).
• Loading and offloading procedure.
• Working at Heights Procedure.

Submission method, address, number of copies and closing time are not specified in this document; refer to the main tender document.

OHS compliance requirements (from SHE Requirements document):

• Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing or equivalent.
• OHS policy signed by CEO, compliant with Section 7 of the OHS Act.
• SACPCMP-registered safety officer, incident investigator, and risk assessor must be appointed; CVs and relevant qualifications/certificates required.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment with methodology.
• Health and Safety Plan aligned with specification.
• Detailed costing for OHS (broken down, not lump sum).
• Safe Work Procedure, Loading and offloading procedure, Working at Heights Procedure as per scope.
• Annexure B acknowledgement form signed.

Other compliance requirements (CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE, CIDB) are not detailed in this document.

Closing date: 6 October 2026 at 10:00.

Compulsory briefing or site visit: not stated.

Clarification deadline: not stated.

Contract period: 3 years from starting date (starting date to be advised).

Defects period: 52 weeks after completion of the whole works.

First programme submission: within one week of Contract Date.

Revised programmes: at intervals no longer than four weeks.

Employer: Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd (reg no: 2002/015527/30).

Employer address: Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg.

Project Manager: to be advised.

Supervisor: to be advised.

Enquiries contact: not stated in the document.

Submission address: not stated in the document.

Service delivery sites: various sites across Eskom Distribution Division (specific sites per Project Specific Agreement).

Closing date and time: 6 October 2026 at 10:00.

Submission method and address: not stated in the document.

Returnable documents: Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1), Schedule of Deviations, and any other returnable schedules referenced in the Tender Data.

Post-award obligations: within two weeks of receiving a fully signed agreement, the successful bidder must deliver securities, bonds, guarantees, proof of insurance, and any other documentation required by the conditions of contract.

Disqualification risks: failure to submit a completed and signed Form of Offer and Acceptance; submission after the closing time; omission of required returnable documents.

Contract type: NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC3), Option B – priced contract with bill of quantities.

Preference point system: not explicitly stated; assume 80/20 or 90/10 per PPPFA.

Minimum qualifying score: not stated.

Key evaluation factors: price (bill of quantities), B-BBEE status (preference points), CIDB registration, tax compliance, and financial capacity (parent company guarantee and performance bond only if Financial Analysis recommends).

B-BBEE status decrease during contract may trigger re-negotiation or termination.

No minimum CIDB grade, B-BBEE level, or turnover thresholds disclosed in the extracted text.

Scope: design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solutions for single-phase customers (20–60 Amps) across Eskom Distribution Division.

Contract duration: 3 years.

Works Information: contained in Part C3 (Scope of Work) and referenced documents/drawings.

Site boundaries: various sites across Eskom Distribution Division; exact locations per Project Specific Agreement.

Risk register items: consumer resistance, external security threats, theft and vandalism, technological failures.

Weather measurements required: cumulative rainfall (mm), days with rainfall >10 mm, days with minimum air temperature <0°C, days with snow lying at 09:00 SAST; data from nearest South African Weather Service station.

Health and safety: Contractor may be appointed Principal Contractor under Construction Regulations 2014; must warrant that prices include sufficient provision for H&S compliance; must comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations.

Environmental compliance: Contractor and subcontractors must comply with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and project-specific procedures.

Quality: defect correction period one week upon notification; defects date 52 weeks after completion.

Programme: first programme within one week of Contract Date; revised programmes at maximum four-week intervals.

Sectional completion: dates specified per Project Specific Agreement.

Delay damages: amounts specified per Project Specific Agreement.

Low performance damages: per Annexure A (not provided).

Pricing format: rates-based contract with bill of quantities (Option B).

Currency: South African Rand.

Price adjustment for inflation (Option X1): base date one month prior to tender closing date; proportions and indices to be negotiated prior to award per Eskom CPA guideline.

Payment terms:

• Contracts ≤ R50 million (incl. VAT): payment within 30 days of tax-compliant invoice with GR number.
• Contracts > R50 million (incl. VAT): payment within 60 days of tax-compliant invoice with GR number.

Assessment interval: between 15th and 20th day of each month.

Interest on late payment: prime rate of Standard Bank of South Africa (365-day year).

Retention: 5% on Labour Purchase Orders only; retention-free for material purchases, transport, preliminaries and generals.

Performance bond (Option X13): amount to be advised at contract award, only if Financial Analysis recommends.

Parent company guarantee (Option X4): only if Financial Analysis recommends; must be provided within four weeks of Contract Date if required.

Limitation of liability (Option X18):

• Indirect/consequential loss: R0.00.
• Loss/damage to Employer’s property: limited to relevant deductibles.
• Design defects not on Defects Certificate: greater of total Prices at Contract Date and amounts excluded/unrecoverable from Employer’s assets policy plus deductible.
• Total liability (excluding additional excluded matters): total of Prices other than for additional excluded matters.
• Additional excluded matters (unlimited liability): design defects before Defects Certificate, manufacturing/fabrication defects off-site, property damage (non-works), death/injury, IP infringement.
• End of liability: 7 years after defects date for latent defects; prescription date for other matters.

Tax invoices: must be submitted within one week of payment certificate; must include Eskom VAT number 4740101508.

VAT: 15% applied to offered total.

CIDB registration: required (grade not specified).

B-BBEE: valid certificate or sworn affidavit required; status change must be notified within 7 days and updated certificate submitted within 30 days; decrease may trigger re-negotiation or termination; failure to notify may constitute grounds for termination.

Tax compliance: valid SARS tax compliance status (TCS pin) required.

VAT registration: required; Eskom VAT number 4740101508 must appear on invoices.

CSD registration: implied mandatory (standard for all government tenders).

Joint ventures: if bidding as JV/consortium, joint and several liability applies; must notify key authorised person within two weeks of Contract Date; composition changes require Employer written consent.

Health and safety: compliance with Construction Regulations 2014, OHS Act 85 of 1993, and all applicable H&S laws; Contractor warrants prices include sufficient H&S provision.

Environmental: compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

Confidentiality: no disclosure of contract information without Project Manager consent; images of works require prior written consent.

Ethics: prohibitions against corrupt, collusive, coercive, and fraudulent practices (per Z12 definitions).

Insurance: proof of insurance required post-award per conditions of contract.

Professional registrations: not specified.

EPC panel for residential-scale solar PV and BESS installations within Eskom's distribution network. Environmental evaluation covers construction activities (trenching, foundations) and public safety.

Returnable documents required with the bid:

• Annexure B: Acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules and requirements, signed by the tenderer.
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard certificate.
• Environmental Management Plan covering compliance obligations, vegetation management, access control, construction activities (trenching, foundations), public safety, and environmental communication and awareness.
• Waste Management Plan documenting waste types, reduction, storage, transportation, recycling, and compliant disposal.
• Environmental Incident Management Procedure for identifying, mitigating, and reporting incidents.
• Identification of Environmental Aspects and Impacts with assessment methodology and control measures.
• Environmental competency qualifications or certificates for the environmental manager/officer and NEMA-compliant appointment letters.
• Environmental/SHEQ policy signed by the company CEO/MD committing to compliance and duty of care.

All documents must satisfy minimum requirements; a score of 0 is given if a document is missing or non-compliant, and 1 if submitted and compliant.

Evaluation is pass/fail on environmental compliance documentation. Each required document is scored 0 (not submitted or does not meet minimum requirements) or 1 (submitted and meets minimum requirements). No price/preference point split (80/20 or 90/10), minimum qualifying score, or functional weighting is specified in this section. The overall outcome is Approved or Not Approved based on the total score.

Scope: EPC panel for residential-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) within Eskom's distribution network.

Environmental requirements:

• Environmental Management Plan addressing compliance obligations, vegetation management, access control, construction activities (trenching, foundations), public safety, and environmental communication/awareness.
• Waste Management Plan covering waste identification, reduction, storage, transport, recycling, and compliant disposal.
• Environmental Incident Management Procedure for identification, mitigation, and reporting of incidents.
• Identification and assessment of environmental aspects and impacts with methodology for rating based on scope of work.
• Environmental competency: qualifications/certificates for environmental manager/officer and NEMA appointment letters.
• Environmental/SHEQ policy signed by CEO/MD committing to compliance and duty of care.
• Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules (Annexure B).
• Valid ISO 14001 certificate.

Methodology for determining environmental aspect and impact ratings based on the scope of work must be included in the Environmental Aspects and Impacts Identification document.

Mandatory environmental compliance documents:

• Signed Annexure B (Eskom SHE rules acknowledgement).
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard certificate.
• Environmental Management Plan (minimum content specified).
• Waste Management Plan.
• Environmental Incident Management Procedure.
• Environmental Aspects and Impacts Identification with methodology.
• Environmental competency qualifications and NEMA appointment letters for environmental manager/officer.
• Environmental/SHEQ policy signed by CEO/MD.

No CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE level, CIDB grading, CIPC registration, professional body registration, or local content thresholds are mentioned in this document.

Environmental Management Plan must address: compliance with environmental obligations, vegetation management, access control, construction activities (trenching, foundations), public safety, and environmental communication and awareness. Signed acknowledgement of Eskom's SHE rules (Annexure B) is a pre-requisite.

Required environmental documentation:

• Environmental Management Plan (compliance, vegetation, access, construction, public safety, communication).
• Waste Management Plan (waste types, reduction, storage, transport, recycling, disposal).
• Environmental Incident Management Procedure (identification, mitigation, reporting).
• Environmental Aspects and Impacts Identification with assessment methodology.
• Environmental competency qualifications/certificates and NEMA appointment letters for environmental manager/officer.
• Environmental/SHEQ policy signed by CEO/MD (compliance and duty of care).
• Signed Annexure B (Eskom SHE rules acknowledgement).
• ISO 14001 certificate.

Scoring: 0 = missing or non-compliant; 1 = submitted and compliant. Overall result: Approved or Not Approved.

Contract Quality Plan template for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solutions for single-phase customers (20–60 Amps). The template guides the supplier in identifying and planning to meet Eskom's quality management expectations and contract requirements, referencing SANS 466:2005 and ISO 10005:2005.

Scope: Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solutions for single-phase customers (20–60 Amps).

Quality management: Contractor must prepare and maintain a Contract Quality Plan (CQP) aligned with SANS 466:2005 / ISO 10005:2005 covering:

• Definitions and quality objectives
• Scope of work and communication channels with Eskom
• Organogram with roles, responsibilities, QA/QC functions, and personnel qualifications
• Index of interfacing documents (processes, standards, codes, specifications)
• List of suppliers and sub-suppliers for materials and outsourced activities
• Monitoring and performance evaluation of sub-suppliers
• Interface of sub-supplier QMS with contractor QMS
• Index of items manufactured, refurbished, or newly purchased with production schedules
• Items/activities requiring QCP/ITP (offsite and onsite)
• Work areas/processes needing special controls (e.g., welding, NDT/NDE) and associated QC activities
• Documented information to be submitted to Eskom (technical records, method statements, inspection reports, signed QCPs, warranties, material certificates, test reports)
• Record control and retention system
• Concession and non-conformance management (defects, repair, rework, inspection)
• Databook management (index, operating & maintenance manuals, purchase orders for quality-critical items)
• Tools and equipment list with calibration/maintenance/test status
• Customer property handling per ISO 9001
• Product preservation (identification, handling, contamination control, packaging, storage, transport, protection)
• Identification and traceability methods for statutory/regulatory requirements
• Commissioning and post-delivery activities (warranty, technical support, defect correction, retention funds, customer satisfaction measurement)

Employer: Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Address: Megawatt Park, Maxwell Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg

Service Manager: To be advised

Scope: Support, maintenance and training for total rooftop PV solution for single phase customers (20–60 Amps, MDMS and HES) across Eskom Distribution division sites.

Contract period: 3 years.

Contract type: Rates-based (Option A: Priced contract with price list).

Contractor obligations: Submit first plan within 1 week of Contract Date; submit Task Order programme within 5 days of receiving Task Order.

Service levels: Defined in Annexure A (Schedule of deviations) – low service damages apply.

Risk register includes: Data privacy concerns, Operational challenges.

Price adjustment: Base date one month prior to tender closing date; proportions to be negotiated per Eskom CPA guideline.

Multiple currencies option available (Option X3).

Performance bond amount to be advised at contract award.

Parent company guarantee required if financial analysis recommends.

Limitation of liability: Contractor’s indirect/consequential liability limited to R0; liability for loss/damage to Employer’s property limited to deductibles; total liability limited to total of Prices at Contract Date (excluding additional excluded matters).

End of liability date: 52 months after end of service period.

Insurance: Contractor must maintain insurances per Insurance Table A (cover for loss/damage to Employer’s property, Plant and Materials, Equipment, third-party property damage and bodily injury, employee injury). Employer provides insurances per Insurance Table B (Assets All Risk, Contract Works, Environmental Liability, General and Public Liability, Transportation, Motor Fleet, Terrorism, Cyber Liability, Nuclear Material Damage).

Health and safety: Contractor appointed as Principal Contractor under Construction Regulations 2014; must comply with OHS Act and all health & safety laws; prices must include sufficient amount for compliance.

Environmental: Contractor must comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

Confidentiality: Contractor must not disclose information arising from contract; prior written consent required for images of Affected Property.

Ethics: Prohibited actions (corrupt, fraudulent, collusive, coercive, obstructive) grounds for termination.

B-BBEE: Contractor must notify Employer within 7 days of any change in B-BBEE status; submit updated verification certificate within 30 days; decrease in status may lead to renegotiation or termination.

Joint ventures: Joint and several liability; must notify key person authorised to bind JV within 2 weeks of Contract Date; composition changes require Employer consent.

Cession: Contractor may not cede, delegate or assign rights without Employer written consent.

Tax invoices: Contractor must provide tax invoice within 1 week of payment certificate; include Employer VAT number 4740101508.

Compensation events: Must notify within 8 weeks of becoming aware.

Dispute resolution: Option W1 – Adjudication via ICE-SA panel, then arbitration under Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa) rules, seat Sandton, South Africa.

Governing law: Republic of South Africa.

Language: English.

Period for reply: 1 week.

Pricing format: Rates-based contract with price list (Option A).

Payment terms: Assessment interval between 15th and 20th day of each month. Payment within 30 days for contracts ≤ R50 million (incl. VAT), 60 days for contracts > R50 million, upon submission of tax compliant invoice with GR number to Eskom Financial Shared Services.

Interest on late payment: Prime rate of Standard Bank of South Africa (365-day year).

Performance bond: Amount to be advised at contract award (Option X13).

Parent company guarantee: Required only if financial analysis recommends (Option X4).

Insurance: Contractor must provide insurances per Insurance Table A (minimum cover: replacement cost for Employer’s property, Plant and Materials, Equipment; replacement cost for third-party property damage; statutory amounts for bodily injury/death). Employer provides insurances per Insurance Table B (various policies per policy documents).

No bid security or retention mentioned in this document.

Price adjustment for inflation (Option X1): Base date one month prior to tender closing; proportions and indices to be negotiated per Eskom CPA guideline.

Multiple currencies (Option X3): Items payable in other currencies as agreed; exchange rates per published source; payments to foreign bank account or SARB-approved CFC account; all foreign exposure hedged per Eskom Foreign Exchange Policy.

Limitation of liability: Contractor’s indirect/consequential liability capped at R0; liability for single event limited to relevant deductibles; total liability limited to total of Prices at Contract Date (excluding additional excluded matters).

CIDB registration: Tenderer must provide CIDB registration number on Form of Offer and Acceptance (grade not specified in this document).

B-BBEE: Contractor must notify Employer within 7 days of any change in B-BBEE status; submit updated verification certificate and supporting documentation within 30 days. A decrease in B-BBEE status may result in renegotiation or termination. Failure to notify may constitute grounds for termination.

Tax compliance: Contractor must be VAT registered and include Employer VAT number 4740101508 on all invoices. Tax compliant invoice required for payment.

Health and safety: Contractor must comply with Construction Regulations 2014 (OHS Act 85 of 1993) and all applicable health & safety laws; prices must include sufficient amount for compliance; Contractor may be appointed as Principal Contractor.

Environmental: Contractor must comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

Insurance: Contractor must maintain insurances per Insurance Table A from starting date until Completion or termination. Employer provides insurances per Insurance Table B.

Ethics: Contractor and its parties must not engage in prohibited actions (corrupt, fraudulent, collusive, coercive, obstructive). Employer may terminate for prohibited actions without court conviction.

Joint ventures: If bidding as JV, partners are jointly and severally liable; must notify key authorised person within 2 weeks of Contract Date; changes to JV composition require Employer written consent.

Confidentiality: Contractor must not disclose contract information; prior written consent required for images of Affected Property.

Cession: Contractor may not cede, delegate or assign rights without Employer written consent.

Compensation events: Must notify within 8 weeks of awareness.

Dispute resolution: Adjudication (ICE-SA panel) then arbitration (Association of Arbitrators rules, seat Sandton).

Governing law: South Africa.

Language: English.

This document (Form A, Category 2) is a quality compliance acknowledgement form for the Eskom tender: Appointment of a panel of accredited EPC contractors to deliver turnkey rooftop PV systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), after-sales maintenance for the warranty period, and remote monitoring for residential customers for three years as and when required. The tenderer must complete and sign this form to accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements per specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001:2015. Category 2 (single-phase 20–60 Amps) is selected. All pre-contract award, post-contract award, standard conditions, ISO 9001 clauses 4–10, and seven Quality Principles are marked applicable. Eskom's Quality Representative is Lesego Garegae, Senior Advisor - QA (signed 25 November 2025). The tenderer must provide their Quality Representative details in Section E.

Eskom Quality Representative:

• Name: Lesego Garegae
• Designation: Senior Advisor - QA
• Date: 25 November 2025

No SCM or technical enquiry contacts, submission address, or service delivery address are stated in this extract.

Returnable document: Form A (Category 2) — must be completed and signed to acknowledge and accept Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements per specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001. Tenderer must designate a Quality Representative (name, designation, date, signature) in Section E. No submission method, closing time, or packaging instructions are stated in this extract.

Pre-contract award quality assessment applies. Mandatory requirements:

• Category 2 selected (clause 3.5.3 of 240-105658000)
• Main Supplier and Sub-supplier Capability and Capacity Assessment (clause 3.6)

Post-contract award compliance required for:

• Contract Execution (clause 3.7.1)
• Supplier Quality Performance Monitoring (clause 3.7.2)

Standard conditions (all marked applicable):

• Eskom Rights of Access (clause 3.8.1)
• Eskom Rights to Information (clause 3.8.2)
• Preservation (clause 3.8.3)
• Quality Audits Related Conditions (clause 3.8.4)
• Management of Nonconformities and Nonconforming Outputs (clause 3.8.5)
• Special Processes (clause 3.8.6)

ISO 9001 clauses 4–10 and all seven Quality Principles must be satisfied. No scoring split, minimum qualifying score, or preference point system is stated in this extract.

Scope: Appointment of a panel of accredited EPC contractors to deliver turnkey rooftop PV systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), after-sales maintenance for the warranty period, and remote monitoring for residential customers for a period of three years as and when required.

Category 2 applies (clause 3.5.3 of 240-105658000) — single-phase customers from 20–60 Amps.

Quality system must comply with Eskom specification 240-105658000 and ISO 9001:2015 (clauses 4–10).

All seven ISO 9001 Quality Principles apply: Customer focus, Leadership, Engagement of people, Process approach, Improvement, Evidence-based decision making, Relationship management.

Special processes per clause 3.8.6 of 240-105658000 must be addressed.

Mandatory:

• CSD registration (implied for Eskom tenders)
• Valid tax compliance status (implied)
• B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (implied)
• ISO 9001:2015 quality management system aligned to Eskom specification 240-105658000
• Category 2 accreditation under clause 3.5.3 of 240-105658000
• Completion and signature of Form A (this document) acknowledging Supplier Quality Requirements

No CIDB grade, local content percentage, or professional registration is stated in this extract.

Description: The tender covers the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of complete rooftop PV solutions for single-phase residential customers (20–60 A). The Bill of Quantities defines four system sizes (5 kW, 8 kW, 10 kW, 12 kW) with minimum PV and battery capacities. Work includes site assessment, feasibility study, detailed engineering, SSEG registration, equipment supply (PV modules ≥550 W, mounting, hybrid inverters, LFP batteries, balance of system), installation, testing, commissioning with CoC, 12-month after-sales support, optional extended O&M to 36 months, installer training, remote connectivity provisions, travel, accommodation, and site establishment.

Scope: Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of rooftop PV systems for single-phase customers (20–60 A).

System sizes: 5 kW, 8 kW, 10 kW, 12 kW.

Minimum PV capacity: 4.4 kWp (5 kW), 7.7 kWp (8 kW), 8.8 kWp (10 kW), 9.9 kWp (12 kW).

Minimum battery storage: 5 kWh, 8 kWh, 10 kWh, 12 kWh respectively.

Key work packages:

• Site assessment: roof structural capacity, shading analysis, layout, safety.
• Feasibility study: generation estimates, ROI, structural modifications, grid export, interconnection constraints.
• Detailed engineering & design: single-line diagrams, string design, mounting layout, earthing, switchgear, protection per NRS/SANS standards.
• SSEG application/registration: preparation and submission to Eskom or municipal utility (SLD, CoC, inverter spec, EGI report).
• PV modules: minimum 550 W each; quantities: 8 (5 kW), 14 (8 kW), 16 (10 kW), 18 (12 kW).
• PV mounting system: roof-mounted racking, rails, brackets, structural components (1 per system).
• Hybrid inverters: PV and battery capable, compliant with NRS-097-2-1 (1 per system).
• Batteries (LFP): supply and installation of lithium-iron phosphate batteries (1 per system).
• Battery BoS: enclosures, interconnect cabling, safety disconnects, fuses, BMS wiring (1 per system).
• PV BoS: DC/AC cabling, combiner/junction boxes, protection devices (fuses, surge arrestors), distribution boards up to 20 m from customer DB (1 per system).
• Installation, testing, commissioning & CoC: functional tests, safety checks, inverter commissioning, Certificate of Compliance by registered electrician per SANS 10142-1/2; SAPVIA PV GreenCard compliance or equivalent.
• After-sales support (first 12 months): warranty support, remote monitoring, performance checks, corrective maintenance.
• Extended O&M (months 13–36): periodic maintenance, cleaning, performance review, preventive checks.
• Training: installer/maintenance staff training via PV GreenCard 5-day course or equivalent; assessment required.
• Internet connectivity (where no fixed broadband): 4G router, SIM, antenna, installation, configuration, optional data subscription.
• Travel: rate per km during project execution.
• Accommodation: per night if site >200 km from city/town centre.
• Site establishment, de-establishment & rehabilitation: site camp.

Supplier Quality Management Specification (240-105658000, QM 58, Revision 3) applies to all Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd divisions, subsidiaries, suppliers and sub-suppliers. It defines minimum quality requirements for supplier selection, evaluation, registration, monitoring, assessment and auditing. Suppliers must develop, implement, maintain and continually improve a QMS based on ISO 9001. Effective from date of authorisation (17 October 2021). Normative references: ISO 9001, ISO 10005. Informative references: ISO 9000, Eskom SHEQ Policy (32-727), ISO 10006, ISO 9004, PPPFA, CIDB 1004, List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652), IAEA GS-R-3.1, SANS 10845-1.

Closing date: 6 October 2026 at 10:00 (from tender record).

No compulsory briefing or site visit dates stated in this specification.

Specification effective date: date of authorisation (17 October 2021).

Next review date: October 2024.

Returnable forms:

• Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements for Supplier Quality Management Specification 240-105658000/QM 58 and ISO 9001) must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid.
• Additional returnables per quality category (1–4) as defined in the List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652):

Category 1: valid ISO 9001 certificate, latest internal/external audit reports with corrective actions, draft Contract Quality Plan specific to scope, example ITP/QCP from similar work, documented information for control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities/authorities (org charts, job descriptions), management review records.

Category 2: objective evidence of ISO 9001-compliant QMS (manual, policy, objectives, document control, internal audit procedure, nonconformity control, corrective action procedure), audit reports, draft CQP, example ITP/QCP, control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities, management review records.

Category 3: developed QMS evidence (manual, policy, objectives, document control, internal audit, nonconformity control, corrective action), draft CQP, example ITP/QCP, control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities.

Category 4: quality method statement per ISO 9001 and scope, signed quality policy, quality objectives, control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities specific to project.

• Submission method, closing time and address are per the specific tender invitation (closing: 6 October 2026 at 10:00).

Disqualification risks:

• Incomplete or unsigned Form A.
• Missing mandatory returnables for the applicable quality category.
• Late submission.

Mandatory returnables per quality category (Form A always required):

Category 1: ISO 9001 certificate, internal/external audit reports, draft CQP, example ITP/QCP, control of externally provided processes docs, roles/responsibilities docs, management review records.

Category 2: QMS evidence (manual, policy, objectives, document control, internal audit, nonconformity control, corrective action), audit reports, draft CQP, example ITP/QCP, control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities, management review records.

Category 3: similar to Category 2 but QMS evidence may be less mature.

Category 4: quality method statement, quality policy, quality objectives, control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities.

Specific returnables selected via List of Tender Returnables (240-12248652).

Quality evaluation:

• Eskom quality representative selects applicable quality category (1–4) via Form A; bidder submits corresponding quality documentation.
• Assessment based on compliance with ISO 9001 and this specification (240-105658000).
• Preference points per PPPFA (80/20 or 90/10) as defined in the tender invitation; B-BBEE level thresholds not specified in this specification.
• CIDB grading referenced (CIDB 1004: Best Practice Guideline A4) but no specific grade stated.
• Minimum qualifying score not specified in this specification; refer to tender invitation for price/functionality split and thresholds.

Quality Control Plan/Inspection Test Plan methodology: chronological sequence from contract review through materials verification, manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, final testing, commissioning, handover documentation. Includes hold/witness points, acceptance criteria per specifications/standards, inspection records, sub-supplier involvement, FMECA, HAZOP where applicable. Method statements for special processes (welding, coating, heat treatment) required prior to manufacture. Preservation work plan development and execution. Quality kick-off and pre-inspection meetings (14 days' notice).

Capability and capacity assessment (clause 3.6) for suppliers providing high-risk products/services, working on critical plant, supplying critical plant items/components, or providing special processes. Quality audits performed by trained, accredited, experienced personnel (clause 3.7.3.5). Personnel performing special processes must be certified competent per internal training or external certification (SETA). Welder qualifications per applicable codes.

Pre-contract award quality requirements summary: suppliers must meet ISO 9001 QMS requirements per category (1–4), submit Form A, provide QMS documentation (manual, policy, objectives, procedures), draft Contract Quality Plan per ISO 10005, example ITP/QCP, control of externally provided processes, roles/responsibilities documentation, management review records. Category 4 requires quality method statement, quality policy, quality objectives.

Not covered in this specification. Pricing format, rates, bill of quantities, payment schedules are defined in the specific tender invitation.

Mandatory compliance per this specification:

• ISO 9001:2015 certification from an accredited certification body (unless excluded for the applicable quality category).
• Quality Management System documentation per selected category (1–4): QMS manual, quality policy aligned with strategic direction, quality objectives, control of documented information, internal audit procedure, control of nonconforming outputs, nonconformity and corrective action procedure, control of externally provided processes/products/services.
• Form A (Tender and Contract Quality Requirements) completed and signed.
• PPPFA compliance for preference points; B-BBEE evidence per revenue threshold (EME ≤R10m: sworn affidavit; QSE ≤R50m: applicable certificate/affidavit; Generic >R50m: valid B-BBEE certificate) – specific minimum level not stated in this spec.
• CIDB registration may be required per tender invitation (CIDB 1004 referenced).
• CSD registration and valid SARS tax compliance status PIN are standard Eskom requirements but not detailed in this specification.

References Eskom SHEQ Policy (32-727) and IAEA Safety Standard GS-R-3.1. Preservation programme includes safety precautions for equipment handling. Special processes require qualified personnel per statutory requirements (e.g., radiographic workers). No detailed HSE plan requirements in this specification; refer to tender invitation.

Environmental impact considerations referenced via SHEQ Policy (32-727) and preservation programme requirements for material handling, storage, coatings, insulation. No specific environmental management plan requirements in this specification.

Preservation programme (clause 3.8.3): supplier must establish preservation management programme covering all equipment, materials, components; special precautions for valves, motors, rotating equipment, piping, instrumentation, flange faces, gaskets, coatings, insulation; maintenance procedures (shaft rotation, engine turnover, lubrication); documentation in purchase orders; sub-supplier input; communication to project functions; responsibility designation; Eskom access to preservation records.

Special Processes (clause 3.8.6): processes where results cannot be verified prior to delivery (e.g., welding, NDE, coating, heat treatment). Personnel must be qualified/certified per applicable codes and SETA requirements. Welder qualification records (WQR), welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR) required.

Eskom rights: may appoint resident inspectors and approved inspection authorities; supplier must provide workspace at no cost. Eskom has free access to supplier/sub-supplier premises for inspection/audit (3.8.1) and to all quality records (3.8.2). Nonconformities identified by Eskom must be corrected within agreed timeframe (3.8.5).

Preservation programme (3.8.3) and Special Processes (3.8.6) as detailed in contractual_terms. Eskom rights of access (3.8.1): free access to supplier/sub-supplier premises for inspection/audit. Eskom rights to information (3.8.2): access to all quality records. Management of nonconformities (3.8.5): Eskom may identify nonconformities; supplier must correct within agreed timeframe. Quality audits conditions (3.8.4): Eskom may conduct audits; supplier must facilitate.

Quality evaluation uses Form A completed by Eskom quality representative to select applicable quality category (1–4). Suppliers must submit quality documentation per category. Assessment includes ISO 9001 certification, QMS documentation, draft Contract Quality Plan, example ITP/QCP, audit reports, and management review records. Preference points per PPPFA; CIDB 1004 guideline for evaluating quality in tender submissions. Minimum scores and weightings defined in specific tender invitation.

This document is the SDL&I (Supplier Development, Localisation & Industrialisation) Strategy Setting Template for bidders. It outlines Eskom's transformation, localisation, and supplier development requirements for the procurement of major equipment for Distribution Solar PV, BESS, SSEQ, and Microgrids. The template captures bidder commitments on B-BBEE improvement, local procurement content, job creation, skills development, and mandatory subcontracting to designated groups. These commitments become contractual obligations but do not form part of the evaluation scoring.

DTIC contacts for local content exemption applications:

• Cathrine Matidza, [email protected], 012 394 5598 / 066 471 8982
• Raphael Kitiaka, [email protected], 012 394 3500 / 073 497 2051
• Mamosai Seleka, [email protected], 012 394 1213 / 060 705 0677
• Rendani Raluthaga, [email protected], 012 394 1412 / 060 705 1690
• Miyelani Masinga, [email protected], 012 394 1664
• Girlly Mahlambi, [email protected], 012 394 1394

No Eskom SCM or technical contacts provided in this document.

Preference point system: 90/10 or 80/20 (price/specific goals).

Specific goals (B-BBEE): maximum 10 points (90/10) or 20 points (80/20).

Price points: 90 (90/10) or 80 (80/20).

Bidders without valid B-BBEE certificate/sworn affidavit/CIPC affidavit score 0 for specific goals but are not disqualified.

SDL&I objectives (local content, subcontracting, job creation, skills development) do not form part of scoring but become contractual obligations.

No minimum qualifying score stated.

Scope: Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solution for single-phase customers (20–60 Amps).

Major equipment requirements for Distribution Solar PV and BESS: SSEQ and Microgrids.

Contract duration: 3 years.

Pre-qualification criteria for set-aside procurement: not applicable.

Retention: 2.5% of invoice amount (excluding VAT) held for failure to submit quarterly SDL&I performance reports or failure to meet SDL&I obligations.

Retention released upon positive compliance assessment; retained upon non-compliance.

Skills development: tenderer bears full cost; one candidate per R3 million cumulative spend via purchase orders.

No bid security, performance bond, or guarantee percentages specified.

Payment terms not detailed in this document.

B-BBEE: valid SANAS-accredited certificate, sworn affidavit, or CIPC affidavit required to claim preference points; electronic signatures on affidavits not accepted.

Revenue thresholds: ≤R10 million (EME) – sworn affidavit; ≤R50 million (QSE) – applicable certificate or affidavit (if ≥51% black owned); >R50 million – valid B-BBEE certificate.

B-BBEE improvement/retention plan due within 30 days of contract signature:

• Level 1–3: maintain level.
• Level 4: reach Level 3 by end of Year 1.
• Level 5–8 or non-compliant: reach Level 4 by end of Year 1, Level 3 by end of Year 2.

Local content: 70% threshold for designated products; DTIC exemption letter required if importing raw materials/inputs.

Mandatory subcontracting: up to 30% of purchase orders ≥R30 million to designated groups (EME/QSE ≥51% black owned, youth, women, disabilities, rural/township, cooperatives, military veterans).

Subcontracting documents required before contract award: sub-contract agreement, subcontractor CSD report, subcontractor B-BBEE certificate/affidavit.

CSD registration implied.

CIDB: not applicable.

NIPP: not applicable.

Appointment of a panel of accredited EPC contractors to deliver turnkey rooftop PV systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and after-sales maintenance for warranty period and remote monitoring for residential customers for a period of three years as and when required. Specific capability required: design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solution for single-phase customers from 20–60 Amps.

Tender closing: 6 October 2026 at 10:00

Document issued: 26 November 2025

No compulsory briefing or site visit dates stated in this document

Eskom representative: Lesego Garegae (for Khutso Sebea)

Role: Not specified

Email: Not provided in this document

Telephone: Not provided in this document

Closing date: 6 October 2026 at 10:00

Returnable documents:

• Form A: must be completed and signed

Submission method and address not specified in this document

Form A: must be completed and signed

Quality requirements evaluation (Category 2) scored as follows:

• Section A: ISO 9001 Quality Management System

Option 1 (valid ISO 9001 certification): 4 points

Option 2 (documented QMS complying with ISO 9001 without certification): 7 points

• Section B: Evidence of QMS in operation: 4 points

Includes roles/responsibilities matrix, control of external providers, latest internal audit report, management review records

• Section C: Draft Contract Quality Plan per ISO 10005: 1 point
• Section D: Draft Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) for rooftop PV design, installation and commissioning: 1 point
• Section E: User-defined additional requirements (Form A completed and signed): 1 point

Failure to provide required ISO 9001 evidence, draft Contract Quality Plan, Quality Control Plan/ITP, completed Form A, and up-to-date internal audit reports results in disqualification

Scope: Appointment of a panel of accredited EPC contractors to deliver turnkey rooftop PV systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including after-sales maintenance for warranty period and remote monitoring for residential customers for a period of three years as and when required

Specific capability: Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solution for single-phase customers from 20–60 Amps

Quality requirements:

• ISO 9001 certification or documented QMS compliant with ISO 9001:2015
• Documented roles, responsibilities and authorities including quality management function
• Control of externally provided processes, products and services per ISO 9001 clause 8.4
• Internal audit reports with nonconformity, correction and corrective action records
• Management review meeting minutes and attendance registers
• Draft Contract Quality Plan specific to scope of work per ISO 10005
• Draft Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) or Quality Control Plan (QCP) based on design, installation and commissioning of rooftop PV solution

Quality management compliance:

• Option 1: Valid ISO 9001 certification from an accredited body with relevant scope, valid expiry date, and recognized international accreditation
• Option 2: Documented QMS meeting ISO 9001:2015 requirements including quality policy, quality objectives, document control (clause 7.5), control of nonconforming outputs (clause 8.7), nonconformity and corrective action (clause 10.2), internal audit (clause 9.2)
• Evidence of QMS in operation: organization chart with responsibility matrix, external provider evaluation criteria, recent internal audit report, management review records
• Draft Contract Quality Plan per ISO 10005
• Draft ITP/QCP for rooftop PV design, installation and commissioning
• Form A completed and signed

Standard compliance requirements (CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE, CIDB) not detailed in this document

Contract period: three years

Appointment type: panel of accredited EPC contractors

Scope: turnkey rooftop PV systems integrated with BESS

Includes: after-sales maintenance for warranty period and remote monitoring for residential customers

Basis: as and when required

Annexure B: Acknowledgement Form for Eskom OHS legal and other requirements. The form requires the bidder to acknowledge understanding of and compliance with Eskom OHS standard 32-136, the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, and the Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act 130 of 1993. It confirms the bidder will align company processes to Eskom OHS requirements after award, accept penalties for non-conformance, ensure all employees and contractors undergo Eskom and company inductions, and manage subcontractors in accordance with Eskom OHS requirements. The form must be signed by the CEO, Director or Managing Director and witnessed by two witnesses.

Returnable documents:

• Annexure B (Acknowledgement Form for Eskom OHS legal and other requirements): must be completed, signed by the CEO, Director or Managing Director, and witnessed by two witnesses. Signing confirms the bidder has obtained and understands Eskom OHS standard 32-136, the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, and the Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act 130 of 1993, and accepts penalties for non-conformance.

Bidders must sign and return Annexure B acknowledging understanding of and compliance with Eskom OHS legal requirements, including standard 32-136, the OHS Act 85 of 1993, and the Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act 130 of 1993. The authorised signatory must be the CEO, Director, or Managing Director, with two witnesses required on the acknowledgement form.

Scope: Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of total rooftop PV solutions for single-phase customers from 20–60 Amps.

OHS compliance requirements:

• Comply with Eskom contractor Health and Safety requirements standard 32-136.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• Comply with Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act 130 of 1993.
• Align company processes to Eskom OHS policies, procedures and standards after contract award.
• Penalties apply for non-conformance by the main supplier, its contractors or suppliers.
• All employees and contractors must undergo relevant Eskom induction and company induction.
• Main contractor/supplier must demonstrate contractor/supplier selection criteria, notify Eskom before appointing subcontractors, ensure subcontractors have adequate resources and competencies, and monitor subcontractor OHS compliance through audits and assessments.
• Main supplier is accountable for subcontractor compliance and must provide grounds for termination of subcontractor work.
• Eskom reserves the right to verify subcontractor references and testimonials.

Mandatory:

• Signed Annexure B acknowledgement form (CEO/Director/Managing Director signature with two witnesses).
• Compliance with Eskom OHS standard 32-136, OHS Act 85 of 1993, and Compensation for Occupational Diseases and Illnesses Act 130 of 1993.
• Company processes aligned to Eskom OHS requirements post-award.
• Subcontractor management and monitoring processes in place.
• Employee and contractor induction compliance.

Quality Control Plan (QCP) / Inspection Test Plan (ITP) for rooftop PV solution (single phase, 20–60 Amps)

Intervention points defined: Hold Point, Witness Point, Document Review (AP/IN), Surveillance (S), Verification (V)

Testing categories: T1 (100% Testing), T2 (Sample Testing)

Inspection categories: A1 (100% Inspection), A2 (Sample Inspection)

Witness categories: W1 (100% Witness), W2 (Sample Witness)

Document review categories: R1 (100% Document Review), R2 (Sample Document Review)

Approvals required from Contractor/Supplier, Subcontractor (where applicable), Eskom, and Approved Inspection Authority (AIA) where applicable

Inspection and test methods to be specified per activity (e.g. Visual, Microscopy, NDT, Liquid/Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, EDDY)

Acceptance criteria to be defined per activity (e.g. Functionality requirement, Performance Measures, Regulatory Compliance, Chemical test)

Records to be maintained for each inspection/test activity