Supply and Delivery of Portable Drinking Water Services.
PRASA
In plain English
The Passenger Rail Agency (PRASA) is procuring portable drinking water services using water tankers. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a valid B-BBEE certificate.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites bids for the supply and delivery of potable drinking water to various depots and stations within the South Gauteng Region. The successful contractor will provide water using a fleet of at least five stainless steel water tankers, each with a minimum capacity of 10,000 liters. The contract duration is 24 months, with services required on an 'as and when' basis. Key deliverables include maintaining water quality standards, providing spare vehicles for breakdowns, and ensuring all tankers are regularly disinfected. The service provider must ensure that all water supplied meets health and safety regulations. Work is expected to commence within 30 days of the appointment. The project covers various locations across the Johannesburg area, requiring the contractor to manage logistics, vehicle maintenance, and qualified personnel, including drivers and water quality technicians.
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
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- SANS 241 Compliance Certificate or Water Quality Test Report
- Proof of ownership or rental for water tanker vehicles
- Valid roadworthiness, license, and tracker certificates for vehicles
- Manufacturer certificates for vehicle and tank specifications
- Proof of Public Liability Insurance
- Accredited Water Quality Technician and drivers with valid PDP
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thope Maphiri
Email: Tmaphiri@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-1687
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to Umjantshi House, Ground floor, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2001, before the closing date of 23 July 2026 at 12:00 PM. Submissions must use the official forms provided.
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