Firebreak Services for Eskom Properties Across South Africa
Eskom
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Firebreaks services on various Eskom land properties are being procured. Eligibility requirements are not explicitly stated in the text.
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd invites tenders for the provision of firebreak services on various Eskom-owned land properties across all nine provinces of South Africa. The work will be performed on an 'as and when required' basis over a five-year contract period. The scope includes prescribed burning, grading, ploughing, mowing, and brush cutting across approximately 461 sites and 1,341 kilometres of firebreaks annually. Contractors must comply with the National Veld and Forest Fire Act 101 of 1998. Key deliverables include the preparation of firebreaks according to provided maps, adherence to Fire Protection Association (FPA) standards, and the submission of a Post Fire Season Report. The tender is open to qualified service providers who can demonstrate the necessary technical capacity, equipment, and personnel to manage fire risks effectively across diverse geographical regions.
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.
- 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 CSD registration
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System
- Relevant technical qualifications for Project Manager, Supervisor, and SHEQ Officer
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Documented access to required vehicles and equipment
Contact & how to apply
Name: Malekutu Gavin Mabidilala
Email: mabidimg@eskom.co.za
Phone: 011-629-4972
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Eskom e-Tendering portal at https://etendering.eskom.co.za. Bidders must categorize documents into Technical, Commercial, and Financial folders. All submissions must be in PDF format, with price lists also provided in Excel. Ensure all files are finalized before the closing date.
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