Biodiversity Impact Study for Transnet Assets.

Description

Transnet SOC Ltd is inviting bids for a Biodiversity Interface Footprint and Impact Study. The project aims to map Transnet’s biodiversity footprint across its national rail, port, pipeline, and property assets. The service provider will identify environmental risks and opportunities, develop a Biodiversity Risk Assessment and Implementation Plan, and create decision-support tools. Key deliverables include baseline reports, GIS shapefiles, a risk register, and capacity-building materials. The project will run for 24 months and must align with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework. The study requires ecological surveys and stakeholder engagement across all South African provinces. Bidders must provide a team with expertise in ecology, resource economics, and GIS. The closing date for this tender is 23 October 2026 at 16:00.

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.
• Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

• Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
• Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
• Relevant professional registrations (e.g., SACNASP, EAPASA)
• Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
• Proof of environmental management policy and insurance coverage

Contact & how to apply