Eskom has issued an open tender (E3197GXMPTUT) for the supply and delivery of canteen beverages at the Tutuka Power Station. This strategic five-year contract targets capable FMCG distributors to support the daily welfare of Eskom’s workforce in Mpumalanga.

Scope of Works and Delivery Requirements

The appointed supplier will deliver cold drinks to Tutuka Power Station’s canteen on an “as and when” required basis for 60 months. Deliveries are typically monthly with occasional additional orders. Required items include:

  • Fizzy Drinks (Stoney, Coke, Fanta Orange, Sprite, and others in 300ml cans)
  • Assorted Fruit Juices (Liqui Fruits 300ml cans in various flavours)
  • Assorted Energy Drinks (Red Bull, Powerade, and Energade)
  • Assorted Water (Still and Sparkling)

All deliveries must use an enclosed delivery truck in good condition, with stock stored on the floor of the truck. Stock with expiry dates less than four months will not be accepted. No substitutes will be accepted.

Mandatory Quality and Safety Compliance

Bidders must adhere to Eskom’s rigorous Supplier Quality Management Specification (QM58) for Category 4 suppliers. This includes completing Form A and complying with all Contractor Health and Safety regulations, including Eskom’s Life Saving Rules. A comprehensive Method Statement and SDLI Strategy must also be submitted.

Mandatory Tender Returnables (Disqualifiable)

The following documents must be completed, signed, and submitted at tender closing. Failure will result in disqualification:

  • Annexure A: Authorisation Form
  • Annexure B: Acknowledgement Form
  • Annexure C: Tenderer’s Particulars
  • Annexure D: Integrity Pact Declaration Form
  • Annexure E: CPA Requirements for Local Goods/Services
  • Annexure G1-G4: SBD 6.2 Declaration Certificate for Local Production and Content with Annexures C, D, E
  • Annexure H: SBD 1 Invitation to Bid
  • Annexure I: SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form
  • Annexure J: SBD 4 Bidder’s Disclosure
  • NEC3 Contract: Completed and signed
  • Pricing Schedule: Completed in PDF and Excel format
  • E-tendering Help Manual Acknowledgement Form (Annexure K)

Additional Required Documents (Non-Disqualifiable)

These documents are required at tender closing but may be requested within 5 working days if incomplete:

  • Tax Evaluation Questionnaire (if applicable)
  • Proof of B-BBEE Status Level Certificate or Sworn Affidavit
  • Tax Clearance Certificate (for tenderers not registered on CSD or without SARS PIN)
  • CSD Registration Number/Report
  • Proof of Employment Equity Compliance (for designated employers)
  • JV Agreement/Letter of Intent (if applicable)

Documents Required Prior to Contract Award

The following documents must be submitted before contract award:

  • Audited Financial Statements (for companies, close corporations, and JVs)
  • Parent Company Guarantee or Performance Bond (if applicable)
  • Signed Guarantee Letter (for subsidiaries)
  • Contractor Health and Safety Documents
  • Life Saving Rules acknowledgment
  • Method Statement (Category 4 Supplier Quality Management)
  • Form A (Cat 4) – Quality Requirements
  • Supplier Quality Method Statement based on ISO 9001
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

Electronic Submission Protocols

In alignment with Eskom’s digital procurement strategy, all bid responses must be uploaded via the Eskom E-tendering portal. Bidders must note the strict file size limitations: a maximum of 500 megabytes per document and a total submission cap of 4 gigabytes. No hard copies will be accepted.

Key Dates and Enquiries

Suppliers must act swiftly to meet the strict deadline for this essential operational supply.

  • Closing Date: Monday, 27 July 2026
  • Closing Time: 10:00
  • Contact Person: Barbar Khambule
  • Email: KhambuBB@eskom.co.za
  • Telephone: 017-749-9561

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