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Lease of premises at Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin.

Transnet

In plain English

Transnet is requesting proposals to lease a 2444.6m2 premises at Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin, Port of Cape Town for up to ten years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with B-BBEE requirements.

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Closing date
2 November 2026
Location
34 South Arm Road - V&A Waterfront - Cape Town - 8001
Estimated value
R 4 500 000
Published
2 October 2026
Briefing
14 October 2026 at 10:00 · Microsoft Teams
Tender no.
TNPA-2026-09-0007-114788-RFP

Description

Transnet National Ports Authority is inviting proposals to lease 2444,6m2 of land at the Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin in the Port of Cape Town. The lease is for a period of up to ten years and is intended for storage or laydown purposes. The property is provided on an as-is basis, and the successful bidder must handle all necessary repairs and upgrades. Certain activities, such as storing hazardous chemicals or fertilizers, are strictly prohibited. Bidders must demonstrate at least two years of relevant experience and provide positive references. The contract includes annual rental escalations and requires a deposit equal to two months of the final year's rent.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
  • 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
  • Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Proof of valid public liability insurance
  • Minimum of two years relevant industry experience
  • Two professional reference letters issued within the last five years
  • Bank rating letter issued within the last three months
  • Proof of South African company registration for foreign entities

Contact & how to apply

Name: Ayabulela Toto

Email: Ayabulela.Toto@transnet.net

Phone: 077-604-7449

How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net by logging an intent and uploading all required documents.

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