Supply and Installation of UPS Units at Port of Richards Bay
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
10 August 2026 at 10:00 · Employee Care Centre opposite the Bayvue Building, Ventura Road
In plain English
Transnet National Ports Authority is procuring twenty-two 3KVA and one 10KVA transformer-based and tropicalised uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for various locations in the Port of Richards. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 2 EB or higher, a trade test for electrical engineer, and a 3-phase wireman's license.
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Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is seeking a service provider to supply, deliver, install, and commission twenty-two 3kVA and one 10kVA transformer-based, tropicalised Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units. The project will take place at various substations, railyard points, control desks, and buildings within the Port of Richards Bay. Key deliverables include the installation of battery banks with a 10-minute capacity, the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance, and the provision of operational manuals and as-built drawings. All work must follow Original Equipment Manufacturer guidelines and relevant SANS standards. The project is scheduled to commence in August 2026, with a final completion date set for 28 February 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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 2 Electrical Engineering (Building) (2EB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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
- CIDB grading of 2 EB or higher
- Must attend the compulsory briefing session
- Electrical Engineer trade test and 3-phase Wireman license required
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN required
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit required
- Must be registered on the National Treasury CSD
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
Contact & how to apply
Name: ZANDILE NCAYIYANE
Email: Zandile.ncayiyane@transnet.net
Phone: 035-813-4021
How to apply: Tenders must be uploaded to the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Submissions should be completed at least one day before the closing date. Email, fax, or telephonic submissions are not accepted.
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