Provision of rigging and crane hire at Richards Bay.
Transnet
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Transnet Port Terminal is procuring rigging and crane hire services for the Richards Bay Terminal. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax and B-BBEE requirements.
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This tender is issued by Transnet SOC Ltd for the provision of rigging and crane hire services at the Bulk Terminal in the Port of Richards Bay. The work is required for the 2026 Annual Shutdown of Tippler 02 and the Chrome Route. The project duration is 14 days, consisting of 12 days of maintenance and 2 days for site setup. Key deliverables include supplying six rigging crews and heavy machinery, such as 160-ton and 50-ton cranes, a telehandler, and high-up trucks. The service provider will perform tasks like conveyor belt replacement, mechanical drive installation, and structural repairs on tippler and charger car components. All work must adhere to strict SANS technical standards and Transnet quality and safety specifications. The tender is a once-off contract, and all operations must be conducted within the specified security zones of the port.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid load test certificates for all rigging tools and equipment
- Security clearance for personnel as required
Contact & how to apply
Name: shaun sewraj
Email: shaun.sewarj@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3973
How to apply: Submissions must be made via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register a profile, log an intent to bid, and upload documents. Submissions must be completed at least one day before the closing date of 22 July 2026.
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