Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to conduct a comprehensive viability assessment of Eskom’s training centres to determine their long-term operational, financial, and strategic sustainability. The study aims to evaluate current training delivery models, identify structural or procedural gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance centre resilience, compliance, and alignment with organisational development goals.

Scope

The engagement encompasses a structured feasibility and viability review of designated training facilities. The scope integrates technical assessment with rigorous occupational health and safety (OHS) compliance management. Key activities include:

• Evaluating training centre operations, resource allocation, and delivery effectiveness.
• Conducting hazard identification and risk management aligned with the project’s operational footprint.
• Implementing a documented contractor and supplier oversight framework, including pre-appointment notifications and competency verification.
• Executing ongoing audits to verify compliance across all supply chain tiers.
• Managing non-conformances through agreed performance and penalty mechanisms.
• Ensuring full induction compliance for all personnel prior to work commencement.

Post-award, the contractor must fully align its internal processes with Eskom’s proprietary OHS policies, procedures, and standards.

Technical Requirements

Tenderers must submit the following mandatory documentation and adhere to specified compliance protocols:

• A signed OHS acknowledgement form confirming full understanding of Eskom’s legal and corporate safety obligations.
• A Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA) that identifies, evaluates, and mitigates workplace hazards specific to the study, accompanied by a clear methodology statement.
• A valid Letter of Good Standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) or equivalent jurisdictional proof.
• Evidence of a documented supplier selection process incorporating competency, compliance, and OHS performance criteria.
• Implementation of audit programmes and non-conformance management systems aligned with Eskom’s governance framework.
• Full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act No. 85 of 1993) and related regulations throughout contract execution.

Skills Requirements

Successful bidders must demonstrate the following competencies:

• Proven expertise in conducting organisational viability studies, preferably within training, education, or corporate development infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in OHS risk assessment methodologies, regulatory compliance, and safety governance frameworks.
• Experience in multi-tier supply chain management, contractor vetting, and compliance auditing.
• Ability to develop structured reporting frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and evidence-based sustainability recommendations.
• Capacity to rapidly adapt external operational processes to align with client-specific corporate safety standards post-award.

Key Terms & Clarifications

• COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act): South African legislation requiring employers to register and contribute to a fund that provides compensation coverage for employees suffering work-related injuries or occupational diseases. A valid good-standing certificate confirms active compliance.
• Baseline OHS Risk Assessment (BRA): A foundational safety evaluation that systematically identifies potential hazards within the project scope, assesses their likelihood and severity, and outlines control measures. The assessment methodology must be explicitly documented and submitted.
• Eskom OHS Alignment: A post-award contractual obligation requiring contractors to modify their internal health, safety, environment, and quality (SHEQ) systems to match Eskom’s proprietary policies, audit standards, and operational procedures.