Linehaul Transportation Services for South African Post Office
Ntando Mathaba
In plain English
The South African Post Office is procuring Linehaul Transportation Services. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The South African Post Office (SAPO) invites proposals for national and regional Linehaul Transportation services under RFP 26/27/11/NM. The project involves scheduled and special transport of bulk mail, parcels, and pallets using a hub-and-spoke model. Required vehicle categories include 1-ton, 4-ton, 5-ton, 8-ton, 12-ton, and various horse-and-trailer combinations. All vehicles must be weatherproof, lockable, and equipped with GPS tracking. Successful bidders must be operational within fourteen working days of the award. The contract duration is one year on a month-to-month basis. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of logistics experience and provide three client references. Pricing must be submitted on a cost-per-kilometer basis, inclusive of all operational expenses like fuel and maintenance.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or CSD registration
- Minimum insurance: R100,000 Public Liability, R20,000 Goods in Transit, and Comprehensive Vehicle cover
- Proof of fleet ownership, lease contracts, or sub-contractor agreements
- Compliance with National Road Traffic Act and NBCRFLI requirements
- Minimum of 5 years experience in logistics
- Three client reference letters on official letterheads
- Evidence of online booking, tracking, and reporting system capabilities
- Valid B-BBEE status via SANAS certificate or Sworn Affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ntando Mathaba
Email: ntando.mathaba@postoffice.co.za
Phone: 012-407-7563
How to apply: Proposals must be hand-delivered to the tender box at SAPO Supply Chain Management, Cnr James Drive & Moreleta Street, Silverton, 0184. Submissions must include one original in an arch lever file and one USB, clearly labeled with the RFP number and bidder details.
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