Replacement of Lights at Kusile Power Station
Eskom
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Eskom is procuring services related to supplier quality management in accordance with specific quality standards. Eligible bidders must comply with Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements and ISO 9001 Standard.
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This tender is for the replacement of traditional lighting systems with energy-efficient LED lighting at the Kusile Power Station. The project scope includes the removal and disposal of old lights, the supply and installation of new LED units, and the installation of lighting distribution boards. Key deliverables include commissioning, lighting surveys, and the submission of technical datasheets and quality documentation. The project is expected to last 9 months. The work will take place at various plant areas including the Boiler, Turbine, Water Treatment, and Compressor plants. The tender is issued by Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- CIDB grading (Grade 7 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (7EP)) — 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 CSD registration
- Minimum CIDB grading of 7EP
- Department of Labour electrical contractor accreditation
- Registered Master Installation Electrician (MIE) on staff
- Valid ISO 9001:2015 certification
- Valid COIDA certificate of good standing
- ISO 14001:2015 certified environmental policy
- Proof of Employment Equity Act compliance
- Technical compliance with SANS 60598-1, SANS 475, and EN 55015
- Submission of audited annual financial statements
Contact & how to apply
Name: Kgopotso Masilela
Email: MasileKP@eskom.co.za
Phone: 013-680-3210
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering portal at https://etendering.eskom.co.za/. All documents must be in PDF format, with no zip files, and must not exceed the specified size limits.
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