Refurbishment of Substations at Cape Town Port.
Transnet
This tender closed on 6 August 2026
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In plain English
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Transnet SOC Ltd invites tenders for the refurbishment of five substations at the Port of Cape Town Container Terminal. The project involves the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of MV/LV switchgear, battery tripping units, earthing systems, HVAC, and fire suppression systems. The scope includes power system protection studies using ETAP software, building refurbishments, and a 24-month service contract. The contract duration is 24 months, with the main works to be completed within 16 months of the award. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing on 16 July 2026. The project requires high-level technical expertise in electrical and mechanical engineering, including professional registrations for key personnel. The tender is issued under the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option B).
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 8 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (8EP)) — 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 8EP or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid SANAS accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
- Active ECSA or SACPMP professional registration for key personnel
- Compliance with local content thresholds for designated sectors
- Commitment to 30% subcontracting to 51% black-owned EMEs/QSEs
- Audited financial statements for the last three years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nomvuselelo Mabuyakhulu
Email: Nomvuselelo.Mabuyakhulu@transnet.net
Phone: 031-816-9691
How to apply: Bidders must register on the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net, log their intent to respond, and upload all required, firmly bound bid documents before 10:00am on 6 August 2026. Email or physical submissions are not accepted.
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