Supply and Commissioning of CNC Milling Machines.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
23 July 2026 at 10:00 · Transnet Engineering, Durban Main Centre, 311 Solomon Mahlangu Drive, Rossburgh
In plain English
Transnet is procuring two heavy-duty CNC controlled portal type milling machines. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with B-BBEE requirements.
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Transnet Engineering is inviting proposals for the design, manufacture, supply, delivery, installation, testing, calibration, and commissioning of two heavy-duty CNC-controlled portal-type milling machines. The work will take place at the Transnet Engineering Durban Main Centre. The project requires the successful bidder to manage the full lifecycle of these machines, including providing necessary air compressors, accessories, and training for 10 Transnet personnel. The contract duration is seven months. Bidders must ensure their technical proposals meet a minimum threshold of 85 points out of 100. The machines must feature a minimum table length of 8000mm and a weight capacity of 25,000kg. All work must comply with strict engineering standards, including ISO 13920 and ISO 2768. The closing date for this tender is 18 August 2026 at 16:00.
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 (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Key electrical and mechanical personnel must hold ECSA accreditation
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Attendance at the compulsory site briefing on 23 July 2026
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sagie Naiker
Email: sagie.naiker@transnet.net
Phone: 011-012-3709
How to apply: Interested bidders must register on the Transnet eSupplier portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. After registering, log in, select 'ADVERTISED TENDERS', and click 'Log an Intent' for this specific tender. Upload all required bid documents to the portal before the closing date.
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