Food Hygiene Management Services at Matimba Power Station
Eskom
In plain English
Eskom Matimba Power Station is procuring food hygiene management services including microbiological and chemical testing, auditing, and training for a period of five years. Eligible bidders must be registered with recognized South African boards for auditors and have relevant accreditations such as SANAS, SETA, and FoodBev SETA.
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Eskom Matimba Power Station is inviting tenders for the provision of food hygiene management services for a five-year period, starting from 01 May 2026 to 30 April 2031. The scope of work includes microbiological and chemical testing of food samples, kitchen surfaces, and water, as well as auditing food management systems in accordance with Regulation 638. Additionally, the service provider must conduct bi-annual training for food handlers on food safety, HACCP, and ISO 22000 standards. Key deliverables include monthly hygiene testing, quarterly audits, and the submission of training manuals and competence certificates. The project is located at Matimba Power Station. Bidders must demonstrate technical expertise, including accreditation with relevant South African boards and SETA-registered trainers. The tender process includes a non-compulsory clarification meeting on 13 October 2026, with a final submission deadline of 27 October 2026.
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.
- 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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- SANAS laboratory accreditation and QCTO company accreditation
- SETA-accredited auditor and trainer status
- Food safety inspectors registered with HPCSA or SAIOH
- Certified Facilitator, Assessor, and Moderator certificates
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of compliance with the Employment Equity Act
Contact & how to apply
Name: Kamogelo Nkadimeng
Email: nkadimmg@eskom.co.za
Phone: 011-800-3720
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering portal. Documents must be uploaded in PDF format (with price lists also in Excel) into the designated folders. Ensure total file sizes do not exceed 4GB, with individual files capped at 500MB. No hard copies or compressed files are accepted.
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