Supply of Real-Time Locomotive GPS Tracker.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet Freight Rail is procuring a real-time GPS tracking system for locomotives. The tender document does not specify eligibility criteria for bidders.
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Transnet Freight Rail is seeking a service provider to supply, install, and manage a real-time GPS tracking system for its locomotive fleet. The project covers a five-and-a-half-year period and includes the provision of a cloud-based SaaS platform for data storage, API integration, and fleet monitoring. The system must track approximately 1,900 locomotives across South Africa and cross-border corridors. Key deliverables include near real-time location updates, speed monitoring, and historical data logging. The hardware must be ruggedized to withstand harsh railway environments. The successful bidder will be responsible for ongoing maintenance, technical support, and ensuring system availability of at least 95%.
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.
- 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 SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- ICASA type approval for all telecommunications equipment
- Valid ISO 27001, SOC II Type 2, or Cenelec EN50155 certifications
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Audited financial statements as proof of financial stability
Contact & how to apply
Name: EMMANUEL MORIRI
Email: emmanuel.moriri@transnet.net
Phone: 011-584-0675
How to apply: Bidders must register their company profile on the Transnet e-tender portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net to log an intent to bid and upload proposals. Electronic submissions must be completed at least one day before the closing date of 31 August 2026 at 14:00 PM.
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