Sludge Sump Refurbishment at Matla Power Station.
Eskom
In plain English
Eskom is seeking services for the repair and isolation of sludge sump walls at Matla Power Station. Bidders must provide a valid B-BBEE certificate and meet local content requirements.
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This tender is for the Sludge Sump Refurbishment and Sludge Pump Modification at the Matla Power Station in Kriel, Mpumalanga. Issued by Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, the project involves cleaning the sump, concrete repairs, installing acid-resistant tiles, structural steel work, and modifying sludge pumps for a trial period. The contract follows the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option A). Key deliverables include a 12-month repair timeline, a 52-week defects liability period, and a 3-month pump trial. The contractor must manage environmental risks, provide safety files, and commit 2% of the contract value to Corporate Social Investment (CSI) projects.
What you need to qualify
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 6 Civil Engineering (6CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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 hold valid CIDB grading 6CE.
- Must maintain ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
- Must maintain ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
- Concrete repair method statements must be signed by an ECSA-registered Professional Engineer.
- Must possess a valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing.
- Must provide 16-point MSDS for all hazardous substances.
- Must hold a valid B-BBEE verification certificate.
- Must provide proof of environmental authorization for regulated activities.
Contact & how to apply
Name: Gloria Marebane
Email: Marebakg@eskom.co.za
Phone: 011-800-6943
How to apply: Technical data must be submitted via the project manager’s email. Files exceeding 2MB must be uploaded to the Eskom Zendto portal at https://zendto.eskom.co.za/ using formal transmittals and specified naming conventions.
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