Simmerpan UPS and Generator Replacement Project.
Eskom
In plain English
Eskom is procuring a standby power system replacement for the Simmerpan NMC and DX IT Data Centre. Any contracting organisation intending to tender must comply with Eskom's SHE specifications and relevant legislation.
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is inviting tenders for the Simmerpan UPS and Generator Replacement project at the Gauteng Cluster. The project involves the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of standby power systems, including UPS units, lithium-ion battery banks, and diesel generators for the Simmerpan Network Management Centre and the Dx IT Data Centre. The successful contractor will be responsible for decommissioning old equipment, integrating new systems with the existing Power Management System, and providing 12 months of operation and maintenance support. The contract duration is 12 months, governed by the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract. Key deliverables include a project-specific safety plan, detailed engineering designs, and comprehensive site acceptance testing. The project aims to ensure continuous operation of critical IT and SCADA infrastructure. The tender closing date is 16 November 2026 at 10:00 am.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 3 Electrical Engineering (Building) (3EB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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 CIDB grading of 3EB or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS tax clearance certificate
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- ISO 9001 certification or documented Quality Management System
- Lead engineers must hold ECSA professional registration
- OEM authorization for equipment support and maintenance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Masala Makungo
Email: makungmo@eskom.co.za
Phone: 021-550-5219
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering portal at https://etendering.eskom.co.za/. All documents must be in PDF format, with price lists provided in both PDF and Excel. No hard copies or compressed (zip) files will be accepted.
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