Tanker Berth Fire Fighting System Assessment, Port of East London
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking services for the execution of a tanker berth fire fighting system condition assessment at the Port of East London. Bidders must be registered on the Transnet eSupplier portal and comply with tax obligations.
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The Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking a service provider to conduct a detailed condition assessment of the fire fighting system at the Tanker Berth in the Port of East London. The project involves inspecting mechanical and electrical components, performing non-destructive testing, and creating as-built drawings. The successful bidder will also redesign specific control systems and develop a five-year maintenance plan. The work is scheduled to begin on 01 November 2026 and must be completed within 20 weeks, by 31 March 2027. This assessment is critical for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of the port's fire protection infrastructure.
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 Clearance Certificate or TCS PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SANAS accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
- Key engineering personnel must hold ECSA professional registration
- Proven experience in industrial fire protection or process piping systems
Contact & how to apply
Name: Zukiswa Nkonyeni
Email: TNPAPOELBetween@transnet.net
Phone: 043-700-0000
How to apply: Interested bidders must register on the Transnet eSupplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/, log an intent to respond for tender number TNPA/2026/08/1931/10816/RFQ, and upload all required bid documents to the portal before the closing date of 30 September 2026.
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