Outage and Maintenance Services for Eskom Power Stations
Eskom
In plain English
The tender is for engineering and maintenance services on turbine plants. Bidders must have experience with large turbine projects and provide evidence of past work and qualifications.
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd invites tenders for the provision of Outage, Maintenance, and Workshop Services for turbine and generator plants. The work will be performed at various Eskom power stations on an 'as and when required' basis over a five-year period. Key deliverables include the execution of turbine module refurbishments, outage management, and engineering support, ensuring units return to service within a 50-day window. The project requires a team of skilled personnel, including engineers, technicians, and artisans, to perform complex maintenance tasks. All work must adhere to strict safety, quality, and technical standards, including the successful commissioning of units for a 14-day defect-free period. The tender, numbered E1826TGSERI, was issued on 20 June 2026 and closes on 30 July 2026 at 10:00. Bidders must meet a minimum functionality threshold to qualify for further evaluation.
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
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid SARS tax compliance status PIN
- Must hold a valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Must provide audited financial statements for the previous 24 months
- Must hold relevant ISO or industry-specific certifications
- Must provide proof of personnel qualifications and professional registrations
Contact & how to apply
Name: Keaoleboga Mmekwa
Email: mmekwak@eskom.co.za
Phone: 011-629-8023
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the official Eskom e-tendering portal. Bidders are required to upload one original submission before the closing date and time of 30 July 2026 at 10:00.
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