Panel for learner transport services in Eastern Cape.
Mr. M. Mantangayi
In plain English
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport is procuring transport services for learners to and from schools for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and comply with specific vehicle and insurance requirements.
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The Eastern Cape Department of Transport is seeking service providers to join a panel for the transport of approved learners to and from schools across the Eastern Cape Province. This project covers multiple districts, including Amathole, Alfred Nzo, Chris Hani, Joe Gqabi, OR Tambo, and Sarah Baartman. The contract will run for 36 months, ending in December 2029. Service providers must use buses, midi-buses, or minibuses to transport learners along specific designated routes. Operators are required to use a smart handheld device with the Department’s Learner Transport Management System to monitor routes, verify learners, and certify payments. The project involves managing pickup points and learner numbers as determined by the Department of Education.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Proof of vehicle ownership in company or individual name
- Valid NaTIS documentation and Certificate of Fitness for all vehicles
- Passenger Liability Insurance of at least R500,000 per vehicle
- Access to Android 12+ or latest iOS smart handheld device
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. M. Mantangayi
Email: mfezeko.mantangayi@ectransport.gov.za
Phone: 066-301-7118
How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically via the eTender Publication Portal (eSubmission) at https://www.etenders.gov.za. Bidders should follow the video instructions provided at https://youtu.be/B7pNseNJYHM. The deadline for submission is 11:00 AM on 26 October 2026.
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