Legal Transaction Advisor for IPP Office.
Vusi Kunene
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
17 July 2026 at 09:00 · Online via Microsoft Teams
In plain English
Procurement of a Legal Transaction Advisor for legal advisory services to the Independent Power Producers Office for converting two Peaker power plants from diesel to gas over 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and submit a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The Independent Power Producers Office (IPP Office) is seeking a Legal Transaction Advisor for a 36-month project. The work involves providing legal advisory services for the conversion of the Avon and Dedisa Peaking Power Plants from diesel to gas. The advisor will handle legal due diligence, risk assessments, and the drafting of project agreements. They will also support negotiations with stakeholders like NERSA and the National Treasury. The project requires expertise in the energy sector, specifically regarding gas and electricity regulations. Key deliverables include legal opinions, risk reports, and a final close-out report. The work will be conducted remotely and through stakeholder engagements.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE status certificate or sworn affidavit
- Certified CIPC company registration documents or share certificates
- Minimum of 2 compliant reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: Vusi Kunene
Email: VusiSCM@dbsa.org
Phone: 011-313-3518
How to apply: Bidders must email vusiscm@dbsa.org to request a OneDrive link. Submissions must be uploaded electronically into two separate folders (Functionality and Price) via the provided link.
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