Transportation and handling of manganese ore at Saldanha.
Transnet
In plain English
The tender is for transportation and cargo handling services of manganese ore at the Port of Saldanha for Transnet Port Terminals on an 'as and when' required basis over 24 months. Bidders must provide proof of valid Public Liability Cover of not less than R50,000,000.
Always check the official documentDescription
Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) is seeking a service provider for the transportation and cargo handling of manganese ore at the Multi-Purpose Terminal in the Port of Saldanha. The project involves train off-loading, cargo coordination, and stockpiling on an 'as and when' required basis for a 24-month period. Key deliverables include discharging 125-wagon trains within six hours, maintaining specific stockpiling heights, and providing equipment such as excavators, articulated dumpers, and front-end loaders. The service provider must operate 24/7, attend weekly operational meetings, and ensure all safety and reporting protocols are met. The project requires a minimum of 60 cleaners per shift and adherence to strict performance indicators. The tender is issued by Transnet SOC Ltd.
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.
- 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 Tax Compliance Status PIN and CSD registration
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Broad form liability insurance of at least R90 million per incident
- Certified vehicle/equipment registration and roadworthiness documentation
- ECSA-registered Professional Engineering certification for modified equipment
- Valid competency certificates for all heavy machinery operators
- Minimum 10 years cumulative experience in heavy industrial material handling
- Audited financial statements for the last 3 years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nozipho Mdletshe
Email: Nozipho.mdletshe@transnet.net
Phone: 031-308-8374
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/. Bidders should register on the portal, log an intent to bid for tender number TPT/2026/09/1280/12201/RFP, and upload all required documentation before the closing date of 14 December 2026 at 14:00.
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