Lease of Ngagane Rail Siding for 10 Years.
Transnet
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Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) invites proposals for the 10-year lease of the Ngagane Rail Siding (Number 671592) in KwaZulu-Natal. The project aims to develop the site into a consolidation hub or container rail terminal to facilitate rail freight movement. The successful bidder will be responsible for infrastructure maintenance, securing rail volume commitments, and implementing comprehensive management plans, including Environmental, Risk, Business Continuity, and Health and Safety protocols. Bidders must demonstrate financial capacity, relevant logistics experience, and a commitment to local enterprise participation and job creation. The tender process includes a non-compulsory site visit on 02 October 2026 and a briefing session on 07 September 2026. The closing date for submissions is 30 November 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Proof of financial viability and funding confirmation
- Relevant industry certifications and professional experience
- Proof of legal standing (CIPC, Share Register, Trust Deed, or JV agreements)
Contact & how to apply
Name: TRIM Sidings Secretariate
Email: TRIMSidingsAugust26@transnet.net
Phone: 011-544-9469
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://www.transnet.net before 10:00 a.m. on the closing date of 30 November 2026.
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