# THE PROVISION OF PROFESSIONAL ASSURANCE SERVICES FOR NTCSA ON

> This tender closed on 2026-10-05.

- **Reference:** E3543NTCSAMWP
- **Issuer:** [ESKOM](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/eskom-2.md)
- **Region:** Gauteng
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-09-15
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-05 12:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-22 12:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Professional, scientific, technical](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/M.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**The procurement is for the Provision of Professional Assurance Services for NTCSA on an as-and-when-required basis for five years.** The contract is to establish a panel of assurance providers under NEC3 Professional Services Contract (PSC3) with Option G pricing, covering governance, risk, probity and related assurance activities across NTCSA procurement transactions. Target bidders are consultants/firms offering assurance, probity, governance, risk management and related advisory services, with a formal quality system (ISO 9001) and compliance capabilities. Briefing is 22 Sept 2026; closing 5 Oct 2026 (10:00); submission via Eskom eTendering; Tender validity 180 days. Documents reference scope in Annexure M (Proactive Assurance scope) and pricing data in PSC3 Option G (05_C2 Pricing Data).

(Source: NTCSA Invitation to Tender Rev 4 and supporting Annexures; pricing data: 05_C2 PSC3 Pricing Data Option G; scope: Annexure M.)

#### Requirements
- ISO 9001–based QMS: supplier/sub-supplier must develop, implement and maintain a QMS; may require ISO 9001 certification (or equivalent) and a Contract Quality Plan (3.1.x). (Annexure Q)
- Returnables: complete and sign Form A plus Annexures A–O and provide required PDFs and Excel price schedules. (Document set listed in Annexure 1.1.1–1.1.1.1; 1.1.2–1.1.5; 1.1.9–1.1.16)
- Tax and registrations: Tax Clearance certificates; SARS e-filing PIN or proof; CSD registration; CIDB grading proof (submission timing defined). (1.1.10–1.1.12)
- SBD forms and declarations: SBD 1, SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure), SBD 6.1 (PPPFA points), Integrity Declaration; Employment Equity proof where applicable. (Annexures 1.1.9–1.1.15; 1.1.14)
- Additional documents: E-tendering training acknowledgement; any sector-specific registrations (e.g., ECSA/SACPCMP if applicable). (Annexure K; Annexure O)
- Scope-specific: Proactive Assurance activities including open-tender assurance, panel task orders, probities, governance/controls adequacy, and co-sourcing options. (Annexure M)
- JV requirements: if responding as a joint venture, letters of intent and JV agreement details must be provided. (1.1.16)

(Source: ITT and Annexures including 240-105658000 QM 58, Annexure A–O; Annexure M; 05_C2; 1.1.x forms.)

#### How to Apply
- Briefing: 22 Sept 2026, 10:00 via Microsoft Teams; address 1 Maxwell Drive, Sunninghill (non-compulsory). (1.01 ITT)
- Submission: electronically via Eskom eTendering site; ensure submission before closing date/time; late submissions not accepted. (ITT)
- Documents to submit: full PDF tender copy, Excel pricing schedule, Form A, Annexures A–O, SBDs, tax/CSD/CIDB proofs, E-tendering acknowledgement, JV docs if applicable. (ITT Annexures; 1.1.x)
- Documents availability: free of charge; buy/download via NTCSA/Eskom tender platforms. (ITT)
- Clarifications: questions to NTCSA Representative in writing; clarifications posted on tender bulletin. (ITT)
- Pricing: PSC3 Option G structure; Time Charge plus lump-sum items; price data taught in the Pricing Data document. (05_C2)

(Source: ITT; Annexure L (e-tendering), 05_C2; 1.1.x Returnables.)

## Description

THE PROVISION OF PROFESSIONAL ASSURANCE SERVICES FOR NTCSA ON

THE PROVISION OF PROFESSIONAL ASSURANCE SERVICES FOR NTCSA ON AN AS AND WHEN REQUIRED BASIS FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/355039184811616?p=EUVNW9P5xyZflJuYk3

## Documents

- Annexure Q 240-12248652\_List of Tender Returnables\_Cat 4\_ Rev 7.pdf..pdf
- 05\_C2 PSC3 Pricing Data Option G.pdf..pdf
- 03\_C1 2a PSC3 Data by Employer.pdf..pdf
- Annexure K-NTCSA\_E-Tenderers E-Tendering Training Acknowledgement Form.pdf..pdf
- 02\_C1 1 PSC3 Offer Acceptance.pdf..pdf
- Annexure R-Proactive Assurance Audit Services for NTCSA \_Technical Evaluation\_rev1.1.pdf..pdf
- Annexure Q-240-68099512 Form A\_Cat 4\_ Rev 9.pdf..pdf
- 04\_C1 2b PSC3 Data by Consultant.pdf..pdf
- Annexure Q-240-126469599\_Method Statement template final 18 Oct2021.pdf..pdf
- Annexure L -NTCSA\_E-tendering Help Manual for supplier.pdf..pdf
- Annexure Q -240-105658000 Supplier Quality Management Specification (3).pdf..pdf
- 01\_C0 PSC3 Contract cover page-Assurance Services.pdf..pdf
- Annexure M-Scope of work Proactive Assurance Audit Services for NTCSA.pdf..pdf
- 06\_C3 1 PSC3 Employers Scope.pdf..pdf
- 1.01\_NTCSA Invitation\_to\_Tender\_(ITT)\_Rev 4.pdf..pdf
- Annexure O- SD&L Strategy.pdf..pdf

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