Supply and Maintenance of Mobile Wheel Lathe Machines for PRASA
PRASA
This tender closed on 9 September 2026
Bidding is no longer open. Browse open construction & engineering tenders or see the related tenders below.
In plain English
PRASA is seeking a service provider for the design, manufacture, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, training, and maintenance of three rolling stock mobile wheel lathe machines. Eligibility requirements are not specified in the text.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites tenders for the design, manufacture, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, training, and maintenance of three rolling stock mobile wheel lathe machines. The work will take place at the Braamfontein Depot in Gauteng, the Durban Yard Depot in KwaZulu-Natal, and the Salt River Depot in the Western Cape. The project includes a 36-month maintenance plan per unit. Key deliverables involve the supply of three machines, training for three operators and three maintenance personnel per site, and the facilitation of Factory Acceptance Testing for PRASA engineers. The tender is subject to a compulsory briefing session on 19 August 2026, and the final submission deadline is 09 September 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.
- 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
- Attend compulsory briefing session
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin
- Valid COID Letter of Good Standing
- Key personnel must hold ECSA or equivalent engineering registration
- SAQA Certificate of Evaluation for foreign qualifications
- OEM letter of intent if lacking direct track record
- Valid B-BBEE certification
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mathapelo Makomene
Email: mathapelo.makomene@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-0136
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in two sealed envelopes (Technical and Financial) to the Secretariat / Tender Office at 30 Wolmarans Street, Umjantshi House, Braamfontein, 0001. Bidders must provide one original, copies, and an electronic version on a memory card or external hard drive.
Related tenders
Supply and delivery of small plant machinery for Metrorail.
PRASA seeks bids for supplying and delivering small plant machinery in the Metrorail Gauteng region on an 'as and when needed' basis for 36 months. The scope includes tools like welding machines, rail saws, drills, and generators. A compulsory briefing session is on 21 September 2026 in Braamfontein. Bidders must have a track record of similar projects worth at least R5 million and a minimum technical score of 80%. The tender closes on 15 October 2026 at 12:00.
Overhaul of Gearboxes and Axles for City-to-City Buses.
PRASA seeks service providers for the overhaul of gearboxes, differentials, and axles for City-to-City buses in Gauteng and Western Cape. The work must meet OEM specifications for Mercedes Benz and MAN models, with a three-year contract duration. Workshops must be within 100km of depots. Deliverables include job cards, OEM-approved lubricants, and a 12-month warranty. A briefing session is on 28 September 2026, and the tender closes on 14 October 2026.
Service Provider for Lifeline System Maintenance in KZN.
PRASA seeks a service provider for the inspection, maintenance, testing, and replacement of lifeline systems in KwaZulu-Natal. The work will occur at the Durban RM Workshop and Springfield depot, focusing on stainless steel cables, fall arrestors, and safety harnesses for rolling stock. The contract is for 24 months on an as-and-when-required basis, with monthly and annual inspections and written reports. All work must be completed within 10 working days of receiving a purchase order, concluding by 02 October 2026.
Refurbishment of Rails in Gauteng Region.
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) seeks tenders for a 36-month project to refurbish rails in the Gauteng region. The work includes field welding, grinding of rail crossings, repairing wheel-spin burns, removing ultrasonic defects, and grinding turnouts for 48kg/m, 57kg/m, and 60kg/m rail profiles. The contractor must provide labor, equipment, and consumables, and ensure qualified personnel such as track welders and safety officers. The project requires adherence to track geometry standards and safety protocols, with work done on an as-needed basis. A two-envelope submission system is required, and attendance at a compulsory clarification meeting is mandatory for eligibility.
Supply and Service of Lathe Machine at Rand Water.
Rand Water seeks bids for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a DLE Heavy 620/5000 Lathe Machine at the Zuikerbosch Pumping Station. The project includes training for nine Fitter and Turners over six months and machine servicing and calibration for four years. Bidders must have technical capacity, including a 10-ton truck and certified personnel. Adherence to technical specifications and a minimum functionality score of 70% is required.
Lift and Escalator Maintenance in Western Cape
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) seeks a service provider for the maintenance and repair of lifts and escalators in the Western Cape Region over a 36-month period. The contract includes scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency repairs for 23 units across various stations, including Cape Town, Bellville, and Khayelitsha. The service provider must ensure 95% asset availability and comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. A CIDB grading of 4SI or higher is required. A compulsory briefing session will be held on 02 September 2026 at the Cape Town Station Shosholoza Meyl waiting area.