The provision of Outcome-Based Security Solutions (Guarding and Security Technology, security escort) for North East Grid Substations Lines and ServitudesClosed

Overview

The procurement is to gather information for the provision of Outcome-Based Security Solutions (Guarding and Security Technology, security escort) for North East Grid Substations, Lines and Servitudes. Issued by NTCSA/ESKOM, this is an information Request for Information (RFI) to shape a 60‑month turnkey OBC security solution (integrated technology, guarding, and rapid response) across NKP and non-NKP sites in Mpumalanga (Sol, Alpha, Zeus, Normandie, Vunumoya, etc., and associated power stations).

Documents indicate a comprehensive, performance-based approach with ownership transfer of installed systems to NTCSA at contract end, and ongoing innovation and data-driven monitoring. Indicative pricing is allowed but not evaluated. See site scope in the referenced SOW. (Provision of physical security services and systems for North East Grid Substations Lines and Servitudes)

Requirements

• Qualified, experienced security service providers capable of a turnkey OBC solution.
• Compliance with MPSS, PSIRA, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act, and POPIA; TRE involvement for monitoring.
• 60-month contract with ownership transfer of all installed equipment to NTCSA; responsibility for all subcontractors; strict performance management.
• Capability to combine advanced security technology, physical guarding, maintenance, and 24/7 monitoring with measurable outcomes.
• Response to defined site risk levels with proportionate security measures.
• Indicative pricing allowed in the RFI, not used for evaluation.

Key references: OBC model, compulsory PSIRA/CIP Act/MPSS compliance, ownership transfer, and risk-based scope. (NTCSA RFI Template; OBC SOW details)

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 04 August 2026, 10:00 SA time. (Metadata)
• Method: electronic submission via Eskom eTendering; PDFs and Excel uploads; no hard copy; max 50MB per file, total 900MB; ensure submission status is “complete.” (NTCSA RFI Template)
• Required content: Technical Value Proposal (max 15 pages) plus Pricing Model (high-level); methodology, control room design, innovation, scalability, and 24/7/maintenance plans. (NTCSA RFI Template)
• Registrations: PSIRA registration; pre-award CSD registration required; SARS E-filing PIN for tax status; audit/oversight declarations as per Annexures. (Annexures: J_SBD4, C, A)
• Documentation sources: RFI documents and guidance are provided in the attached NTCSA templates; submission via Eskom eTendering portal (eTendering Supplier User Guide). (eTendering_Supplier's User_Guide_v4.4.pdf)

Notes: Briefing venue per metadata: Corner Jellico and Water Meyer Street, Witbank, Eskom Park. Contact: ModauT@eskom.co.za; 011-629-5553. (Tender Metadata)