Professional Service Provider for Railway Safety Management Audit
City of Tshwane
In plain English
The City of Tshwane is procuring a professional service provider for the audit and management of its Railway Safety Management System. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and hold ECSA registration.
Always check the official documentDescription
The City of Tshwane invites bids for the audit and management of its Railway Safety Management System (SMS). The project, issued by the Roads and Transport Department, requires the service provider to ensure compliance with the National Railway Safety Regulator Act. Key deliverables include auditing the current SMS, updating documentation for RSR approval, conducting risk assessments of level crossings, and creating infrastructure condition reports. The provider must also develop corrective action plans and perform maintenance monitoring for a 12-month period. All work must align with SANS standards and RSR determinations. The project schedule must be submitted within 10 business days of the contract award.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- ECSA professional registration for firm and assigned staff
- Minimum 10 years experience in railway infrastructure and safety management
- Proven experience interacting with the Railway Safety Regulator (RSR)
- Valid ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001 certifications
- Valid Professional Indemnity Insurance of at least R5,000,000
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of up-to-date municipal accounts
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Phillip Huma
Email: PhillipH@tshwane.gov.za
Phone: 012-358-7778
How to apply: Bidders must download documents and submit their responses exclusively through the City of Tshwane e-tender portal. Submissions must be completed by 10:00 on 11 November 2026. Do not use the physical tender box.
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