Five-Year Maintenance Contract for Diesel Compressors at Duvha.
Eskom
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Eskom Holdings SOC Limited invites tenders for a five-year maintenance and service contract for diesel-driven rotary screw air compressors at Duvha Power Station. The scope includes three mobile trailer-mounted units and two stationary units, all powered by Caterpillar C18 engines. The contractor must perform preventive maintenance at 500-hour and 2000-hour intervals, corrective repairs, spare parts management, and condition monitoring. Key deliverables include a project-specific Quality Control Plan, a Health and Safety Plan, and monthly performance reports. The contract requires a 24-hour emergency response capability and adherence to strict OEM and Eskom safety standards. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience in maintaining similar diesel compressor systems. The tender process follows a two-stage evaluation, requiring a minimum technical threshold of 70%. The contract is governed by the NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC3) framework, with a start date targeted for March 2027.
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 4 Mechanical Engineering (4ME)) — 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.
Full requirements
- Valid ISO 9001 certification
- CIDB contractor grading of 4(ME) or higher
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of CSD registration
- Relevant trade test certificates for Diesel Mechanic, Site Supervisor, and Site Manager
- Minimum of three reference letters as proof of relevant experience
- Proof of compliance with SDL&I and B-BBEE requirements
Contact & how to apply
Name: Victoria Selepe
Email: victoria.selepe@eskom.co.za
Phone: 013-690-0514
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering portal. Documents must be uploaded into the designated folders (Technical, Commercial, Financial) in PDF format. No zip files are permitted. Ensure all packages are clearly marked with the tender number and bidder details.
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