Replacement of Wooden Poles and Network Maintenance.
Eskom
In plain English
Eskom is procuring services for the replacement of wooden poles and maintenance of medium voltage networks in the North West Gemma Cluster. Bidders must comply with Eskom Supplier Quality Requirements and ISO 9001 standards.
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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd invites tenders for the replacement of wooden poles and live work maintenance on 11kV, 22kV, 33kV, 44kV, and 132kV overhead networks and substations in the North West Gemma Cluster. This project is designated as an 'as and when required' service contract for a duration of four years. The scope includes site establishment, vegetation management, excavation, and electrical infrastructure maintenance using the 'Gloving Method'. Bidders must provide detailed, itemized costing for all activities, including labor, transport, and safety management. The tender process is conducted electronically via the Eskom eTendering portal. The closing date for submissions is 09 December 2026 at 10:00 am. A non-compulsory clarification meeting is scheduled for 25 November 2026 at the Klerksdorp Main Building.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- CIDB grading (Grade 4 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (4EP)) — 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.
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB Contractor Grading of 4EP or higher
- ORHVS Level 4 certification with validation letter
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- ISO 9001 certification or equivalent documented QMS
- Proof of employment for Persons in Charge and Live Work performers
- Valid OHS competency certificates for all required personnel roles
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ofentse Matlhatlhana
Email: Matlhaoj@eskom.co.za
Phone: 051-404-2630
How to apply: Submit all documents electronically via the Eskom eTendering portal at https://eTendering.eskom.co.za. Ensure all files are in PDF format (pricing in both PDF and Excel). Do not use Zip files. Total submission size must not exceed 4GB.
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