Eskom Electrification Projects in Western Cape
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This tender is for the appointment of additional suppliers to a panel for Eskom Distribution Electrification Projects in the Cape Coastal Cluster, Western Cape. The work will be performed on an 'as and when required' basis for a 36-month period. The scope includes the construction of overhead lines and MV/LV cable networks, including trenching, installation of ground-mounted equipment, and dismantling of existing infrastructure. The tender is issued by Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd. Key deliverables include cataloguing information, adherence to strict quality management standards (ISO 9001), and compliance with OHS and environmental regulations. The closing date for submissions is 05 August 2026 at 10h00. A non-compulsory clarification meeting is scheduled for 23 July 2026 via MS Teams.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 2 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (2EP)) — 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 registration (EP level 2 or higher)
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Certified training for MV/LV line construction and Abridged CoC registration
- Compliance with local production and content thresholds for designated materials
Contact & how to apply
Name: Safeeyah Richards
Email: Dhansas@eskom.co.za
Phone: 021-980-3370
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering portal (https://www.eskom.co.za/tenders/). Documents must be uploaded in PDF format into the designated folders (Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other). Price lists must be provided in both PDF and Excel formats.
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