Abnormal Load Escorting and Security Services for 60 Months.
Eskom
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Eskom is procuring abnormal load escorting services for multi-axle projects. Bidders must be PSIRA registered.
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Eskom Rotek Industries (ERI) is seeking to appoint between two and four suppliers to provide abnormal load escorting and security services on an ad hoc basis. The project supports Logistics Services Multi Axle operations, involving the transport of heavy equipment like transformers and rotors to substations and power stations across South Africa. Key deliverables include providing roadworthy, branded escort vehicles, armed and unarmed security personnel for high-risk areas, and logistics support such as permit coordination. Suppliers must maintain a 24/7 control room for incident management and reporting. The contract duration is 60 months, with operations spanning multiple provinces and requiring a national footprint. Bidders must adhere to the National Road Traffic Act and TRH11 guidelines. The tender requires a 75% technical evaluation threshold and includes specific socio-economic development obligations, such as bursary funding and local labour sourcing. The closing date for submissions is 14 July 2026.
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.
- 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 CSD registration
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- ISO 9001 certification
- Firearms Control Act competency certification
- Comprehensive vehicle and public liability insurance
- Valid B-BBEE status certificate
- Valid medical certificates for all personnel
- Technical training records for all personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: Bella Rebecca Mabunda
Email: MabundBR@eskom.co.za
Phone: 011-629-4876
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Eskom E-tendering portal at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za. Documents must be uploaded in PDF format, with pricing schedules also provided in Excel. No zip files are permitted, and the total submission size must not exceed 4GB.
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