Supply and delivery of small plant machinery for Metrorail.
PRASA
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 21 September 2026 at 10:00 · 6th Floor, Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Cnr Leyds and Simmonds Street, Braamfontein, 2001. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa is procuring small plant machinery for the Metrorail Gauteng region on an 'as and when required' basis for 36 months. Bidders must comply with South African procurement regulations, including registration on the Central Supplier Database.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites bids for the supply and delivery of small plant machinery for the Metrorail Gauteng region. This project is required on an 'as and when needed' basis for a period of 36 months. The scope includes providing various tools such as welding machines, rail saws, drills, and generators to replace outdated equipment and improve operational safety. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 21 September 2026 in Braamfontein. Bidders must demonstrate a track record of similar projects worth at least R5 million and achieve a minimum technical score of 80%. The tender closes on 15 October 2026 at 12:00.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COID)
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., PSIRA for security services)
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Gloria Mokgobi
Email: gloria.mokgobi@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-0343
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted in two separate sealed envelopes (Technical and Financial) and hand-delivered to the Tender Office, Ground Floor, Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Cnr Leyds and Simmonds Street, Braamfontein, 2001.
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