# Appointment Of A Transaction Advisor To Support The Establishment of A Fully Independent Transmission System Operator Soc Limited (TSO)

> This tender closed on 2026-09-28.

- **Reference:** DBSA-RFP 159/2026
- **Issuer:** [Development Bank of Southern Africa](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/development-bank-of-southern-africa-2.md)
- **Region:** National
- **Type:** Request for proposal
- **Published:** 2026-09-03
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-28 23:55 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-14 09:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Electricity and gas](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/D35.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Appointment of a Transaction Advisor to support the establishment of a fully independent Transmission System Operator SOC Limited (TSO).** DBSA invites bids from energy-sector advisory firms with experience in transaction advisory, governance, regulatory interfacing and financing for large-scale electricity market projects to assist in establishing the TSO. SA and international bidders may bid, subject to cross-border/local requirements; bidders must meet CSD, tax compliance (PIN/TCS) and BBBEE requirements as specified in the RFP. Mandatory briefing is 14 Sep 2026; closing 28 Sep 2026; submission is electronic via OneDrive using official forms.

#### Requirements
- Demonstrated experience as a transaction adviser for energy/utility sector projects, preferably involving establishment or governance of an Independent System Operator or similar structure.
- Compliance: registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD); SARS tax compliance PIN/TCS; BBBEE status (certificate or sworn affidavit); separate TCS/PIN/CSD for each consortium member if applicable.
- Procurement compliance: use official bid forms, two-folder submission (Folder 1: functionality/returnables; Folder 2: pricing); attendance at compulsory briefing.
- Consortium arrangements: if applicable, lead entity designation and details; breakdown of fees/work if multiple members (Annexure H).
- Documentation: provide all compulsory documents and annexures (Annexures A–K) as part of the bid submission.

#### How to Apply
- Attend the compulsory briefing on 14 September 2026 via Microsoft Teams (link provided in the RFP) (Tender Volume; RFP159.2026 pdf).
- Ensure pre-qualification: CSD registration, BBBEE status, and SARS PIN/TCS as applicable; for consortia, provide separate proofs per party (RFP content).
- Submit clarifications by 22 September 2026 16:30; responses will be shared with all bidders (RFP document).
- Submit bids electronically by 28 September 2026 23:55 via the OneDrive submission link; use only official forms (no fax/email bids) (RFP content).
- Access bid documents and checklists in the RFP package (Parts A–D and Annexures A–K) and ensure inclusion of all returnable schedules.

*(Document references: Tender Volume; RFP159.2026 PDF.)

## Description

Appointment Of A Transaction Advisor To Support The Establishment of A Fully Independent Transmission System Operator Soc Limited (TSO)

Appointment Of A Transaction Advisor To Support The Establishment of A Fully Independent Transmission System Operator Soc Limited (TSO)

Briefing: Compulsory Briefing Session: 14 September 2026 @ 09H00 via Microsoft Teams

## Documents

- Tender Volume
- RFP159.2026 - APPOINTMENT OF A TRANSACTION ADVISOR TO SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENTOF A FULLY INDEPENDENT TRANSMISSION SYSTEM OPERATOR SOC LIMITED (TSO).pdf..pdf

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## Published on

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