Expression of Interest for Kariega Railway Sheds Usage
Pamela Govender
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
16 October 2026 at 11:00 · Nelson Mandela Bay Science and Technology Centre Offices, Corner Lower Drosdty & Constitutional Road, Central, Kariega
In plain English
The Mandela Bay Development Agency is seeking expressions of interest for the adaptive reuse of the Kariega Railway Sheds. Interested parties must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and cannot be persons in the service of the state.
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The Mandela Bay Development Agency invites an Expression of Interest for the adaptive reuse of the Kariega Railway Sheds. This project aims to identify commercially viable uses for the site to support the revitalization of Kariega. Interested parties must propose business models that demonstrate economic impact, heritage preservation, and long-term public value. Key deliverables include a detailed market assessment, a commercial viability plan, and an implementation strategy covering capital investment and funding. A compulsory site inspection is scheduled for 16 October 2026 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Science and Technology Centre. The closing date for submissions is 09 November 2026 at 12:00. This process serves as market intelligence gathering to inform a future Request for Proposals.
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.
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury CSD and MBDA E-tender system
- Valid tax clearance status
- Valid municipal billing clearance or proof of no arrears
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA registration certificate
- Minimum functionality score of 70/100
- Financial statements for the past three years for projects over R10 million
Contact & how to apply
Name: Pamela Govender
Email: publictenders@mbda.co.za
Phone: 041-811-8200
How to apply: Submit one original hard copy in the tender box at the 1st Floor, Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth. Additionally, upload one electronic copy to the MBDA Vendor Portal at https://remote.mbda.co.za/ or include it on a USB with the hard copy submission.
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