Provision of Tactical Response Team Security Services at Camden Power Station
Eskom
In plain English
Eskom is procuring services that meet Supplier Quality Requirements as per the 240-105658000 Specification and ISO 9001 Standard. Bidders must provide financial statements and meet Eskom's quality and financial criteria.
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is inviting tenders for the provision of Tactical Response Team (TRT) and special security operations at the Camden Power Station. This is a 48-month contract under an NEC3 Term Service Contract model. The scope includes armed tactical response, aerial drone surveillance, canine unit operations, and the provision of mobile ablution facilities. The service provider must maintain a 24/7 control room, provide roadworthy vehicles, and ensure all personnel are properly trained and equipped. Key deliverables include weekly and monthly security reports, incident management, and adherence to strict site-specific safety and environmental standards. The project requires a minimum technical threshold score of 70% to qualify. The tender is valid for 180 days from the closing date of 26 November 2026.
What you need to qualify
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- 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 PSIRA registration for company and personnel
- Valid National Key Point (NKP) registration or proof of application
- Valid company firearm licenses and employee competency certificates
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Public liability insurance (minimum R15 million, including R5 million for drones)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of registration with Private Security Sector Provident Fund
- Valid SACAA Remote Pilot License (RPL) and Remote Operator Certificate (ROC)
- Valid Canine PAPA license and service dog lease agreement
- ISO 9001 compliant Quality Management System
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nicholas Nelani
Email: NelaniNT@eskom.co.za
Phone: 017-827-8205
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering site. Documents must be uploaded in PDF format under specific folders (Technical, Commercial, Financial, and Other). Price lists must be provided in both PDF and Excel formats.
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