Eskom has issued an open Request for Bid under reference number E2541GXMPHEN for the provision of comprehensive pest control services at Hendrina Power Station in Mpumalanga on an “as and when required” basis over a five-year period. The contract covers treatment for rodents, insects, birds, and other pests across critical operational, administrative, and residential zones of the power station. Submissions must be completed exclusively via the Eskom e-Tendering portal by 10:00 on Friday, 6 March 2026.
A non-compulsory virtual briefing session will be held on 17 February 2026 at 10:00 via Microsoft Teams.
Scope of Work: Integrated Pest Management for Critical Infrastructure
The successful service provider will deliver:
- Routine and emergency pest control across boiler houses, turbine halls, coal yards, workshops, offices, and staff housing
- Use of SANS-compliant, environmentally safe chemicals and integrated pest management (IPM) techniques
- Installation and maintenance of rodent bait stations, fly traps, and bird deterrent systems
- Monthly reporting, site inspections, and compliance with Eskom’s Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety protocols
- Immediate response to infestation alerts within agreed service-level timeframes
All personnel must hold valid PCO licenses under the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act (Act 36 of 1947).
Mandatory Requirements and Accreditation
Bidders must submit:
- Valid registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- SARS Tax Compliance PIN or clearance certificate
- B-BBEE Certificate or sworn affidavit (Level 1–8 or EME/QSE)
- Valid PCO license for both commercial and domestic pest control
- Completed Standard Bidding Documents: SBD 1, SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim)
- Method Statement demonstrating technical approach, safety protocols, and environmental compliance
All documents must be uploaded in PDF format via the Eskom e-Tendering system—no hard copies, emails, or faxes will be accepted.
Evaluation Criteria: Functionality and 80/20 Preference System
Bids will undergo a two-stage evaluation:
- Functionality Assessment: Based on technical methodology, past performance, resource capacity, and environmental compliance (minimum 70 points required to proceed)
- 80/20 Preferential Procurement Scoring:
- 80 points: Price (lowest compliant = 80; others scored proportionally)
- 20 points: Specific Goals, including Black, women, youth, disability ownership, and local presence in Mpumalanga
Only responsive, compliant, and qualified bidders will be considered.
Submission Guidelines and Key Deadlines
- Optional Briefing: 17 February 2026 at 10:00 via Microsoft Teams
- Join Link: Teams Meeting
- Meeting ID: 366 867 975 410 79 | Passcode: 2Xp9RP3W
- Closing Date & Time: 6 March 2026 at 10:00
- Submission Method: Online only via Eskom E-Tendering Portal
- Late or incomplete submissions will be disqualified
Bid validity must be 120 days from the closing date.
Access Tender Documents and Contact Information
Download the full set of tender documents here:
- E-tendering Help Manual for supplier
- Hendrina Power Station Scope of Work
- High Risk Document
- Environmental Evaluation Checklist 2023
- SDLI Strategy
- Eskom Standard Conditions of Tender
- Method Statement Template
- Form A Cat 4
- List of Tender Returnables Cat 4
- Invitation to Tender (ITT) Document
- NEC Pest Control Contract
- E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form
For inquiries:
- Technical: Mr. Musa Shikwambana – 013 296 3896 | Shikwamg@eskom.co.za
- Note: All questions must be submitted in writing via the e-Tendering portal. Clarification deadline: 27 February 2026 at 15:30.
Eskom reserves the right to cancel the tender, split the scope, or award no contract.
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