Supply and Commissioning of CNC Press Brake for Transnet.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is procuring the design, manufacture, supply, delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning of an electro-hydraulic synchronized CNC press brake. Bidders must have an electrician with a Wireman's license and relevant experience.
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Transnet Engineering Wheels Business in Durban is inviting tenders for the design, manufacture, supply, delivery, installation, testing, calibration, and commissioning of a heavy-duty 400-ton electro-hydraulic synchronized CNC press brake. The project requires a comprehensive methodology covering project management, health and safety, breakdown response, and skills transfer. Bidders must provide a detailed project schedule, with preference given to lead times between 1 and 90 working days. The successful contractor will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the equipment, including a two-year guarantee period. The work will take place at 311 Solomon Mahlangu Drive, Rossburgh. The tender is issued by Transnet SOC Ltd under reference number TE/2026/07/2908/8758/RFQ. The closing date for submissions is 12 August 2026 at 12:00.
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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Electrician must hold valid Department of Employment and Labour Wireman's License
- Compliance with SANS 10142-1, 60204-1, 5012622, and 347 standards
- Three references for similar completed projects
- Valid B-BBEE status certificate or evidence
- Key personnel must have relevant CVs and confirmatory affidavits
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mluleki Sishi
Email: Sishi.Mluleki@transnet.net
Phone: 011-012-2711
How to apply: Bidders must register and log an intent on the Transnet eSupplier portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. All bid documents must be uploaded to the portal, and pricing must be completed electronically within the system before the closing date.
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