Supply Renewable Electricity to Foskor Mining Division.
Foskor
In plain English
Foskor is procuring renewable electricity through wheeling for 10 or 20 years. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database.
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Foskor Mining Division in Phalaborwa, Limpopo, is seeking proposals for the supply of renewable electricity through an offsite wheeling arrangement. The project requires the supply of at least 40MWac of solar, wind, or battery capacity within 24 months of contract execution. Bidders must provide two separate offers for contract durations of 10 and 20 years. The facility must support the mine's current Notified Maximum Demand of 75MVA. Key deliverables include a fixed commercial offer, an energy yield analysis, and a business continuity plan. The tender process includes a compulsory briefing session on 26 August 2026, with final submissions due by 3 November 2026. Bidders must demonstrate significant operational experience, including a track record of 100MW in projects that have reached financial close and 50MW currently in operation within Africa.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid NERSA generation license or registration
- Proof of Eskom grid connection (Budget Quotation and IGCAR documentation)
- Minimum 100MW financial close and 50MW operational track record
Contact & how to apply
Name: NANDISA TSUTSU
Email: nandisat@foskor.co.za
Phone: 011-347-0604
How to apply: Submit physical copies and a memory stick to the tender box at Foskor Moshate House, 27 Selati Road, Phalaborwa. Additionally, email a copy to Tenders@foskor.co.za, referencing tender number FOSPHB-RFP-21-26/27. Email attachments are limited to 20MB; split files if necessary. Links to documents are not accepted.
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