Provision of Material Handling Equipment at Kendal Terminal.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is procuring material handling equipment including 1 diesel bowser and 3 FELS with labour for the Kendal Inland Terminal. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking the provision of Material Handling Equipment at the Kendal Inland Terminal. The scope of work includes supplying one diesel bowser, three front-end loaders, and the necessary labour to operate them. This is a once-off project issued by Transnet. All work will take place at the Kendal Inland Terminal. The tender closes on 18 September 2026 at 15:00 PM.
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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Personnel and subcontractors must hold security clearance
Contact & how to apply
Name: shaun sewraj
Email: shaun.sewraj@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3973
How to apply: Submissions must be made electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register a profile, log an intent to respond, and upload their proposals.
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