Aerial Security Surveillance and Armed Response for Tutuka Power Station.
Eskom
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is inviting tenders for the provision of aerial security surveillance using drones and armed response services at the Tutuka Power Station. This is a National Key Point facility. The contract will run for a period of 36 months. The service provider must monitor critical infrastructure, including fuel and coal transport, perimeter fences, and substations. Key deliverables include 24/7 drone surveillance, armed patrols, incident investigations, and regular reporting. The contractor must establish an operational control room within the Gert Sibande District Municipality within three months of the contract start date. The project requires the deployment of specialized personnel, including authorized drone pilots and armed security officers, along with bulletproof patrol vehicles and mobile camera systems.
What you need to qualify
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid PSIRA company and director registration (minimum Grade B)
- Valid PSIRA letter of good standing
- National Key Point (NKP) registration or proof of application
- Valid CAA registration and RPAS Operators Certificate (ROC)
- Valid company firearm licenses and SASSETA-accredited firearm training
- Registration with the Private Security Sector Provident Fund
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of relevant insurance cover
Contact & how to apply
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