Maintenance of High Mast Poles at Port Elizabeth.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
30 October 2026 at 10:00 · Straddle Workshop Green Street Entrance, Port Elizabeth Harbour, Port Elizabeth, 6001, Transnet Port Terminals
In plain English
Transnet is seeking a once-off service for the yearly maintenance of eight high mast poles at the Port of Port Elizabeth. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and comply with tax obligations.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking a contractor for the maintenance of eight high mast poles at the Port of Port Elizabeth. The project involves a once-off service to refurbish, repair, and test the structures. Key deliverables include replacing stainless steel wire ropes, installing new 300W LED floodlights, sandblasting and galvanizing headgear, and painting the poles according to specific standards. The contractor must also clean and protect foundation bolts. Transnet will provide heavy lifting equipment, such as mobile cranes. Each pole must be completed within a five-day lead time. The project is issued by Transnet Port Terminals and the work will take place at the Port Elizabeth Harbour. The closing date for this tender is 06 November 2026.
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.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance status
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Attended compulsory site briefing
- Supervisors and electricians must hold N2/NQF level 3 certificates
- Personnel must hold valid sandblasting certification
- Three contactable references for similar high mast maintenance work
Contact & how to apply
Name: Zama Buthelezi
Email: Zama.Buthelezi@transnet.net
Phone: 0437002130
How to apply: Interested bidders must register or sign in on the Transnet eSupplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/, log an intent to bid, and upload all required documents electronically before the closing date.
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