Lease of Bellville Autosort Rail Siding for 10 Years
Transnet
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Transnet SOC Ltd is inviting proposals for the 10-year lease of the Bellville Autosort rail siding (Siding 100234) in the Western Cape. The successful bidder will develop the 10,000 m2 facility into a consolidation hub or container rail terminal. Key responsibilities include maintaining rail infrastructure, securing cargo volumes, managing contracts with train operators, and implementing comprehensive safety, security, and environmental management plans. Bidders must provide a detailed investment plan for both immovable and movable assets. The tender process includes an online briefing session and a site visit. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Transnet eTender portal by 30 November 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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 Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC Disclosure Certificate, Share Register, and proof of ownership
- Valid PSIRA, PAPA license, and Railway Safety Regulator permits
- Proof of rehabilitation funding
- Audited or independently verified financial statements for the last three years
Contact & how to apply
Name: TRIM Sidings Secretariate
Email: TRIMSidingsAugust26@transnet.net
Phone: 011-544-9469
How to apply: Register on the Transnet eTender portal at https://www.transnet.net. Log an intent for the tender, upload all required signed and stamped documents in PDF and Excel formats, and submit electronically before 10:00 on 30 November 2026.
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