Provision of Front-End Loaders at Pendoring Terminal.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is procuring materials handling services for a two-month contract at wet rate. Bidders must submit their proposals via the Transnet e-tender submission portal.
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Transnet Port Terminals invites bids for materials handling services at the Pendoring terminal. This contract covers a two-month period at a wet rate. The successful service provider must supply front-end loaders and ensure equipment and spare parts are readily available. Key deliverables include providing on-site technical support with a 60-minute response time for repairs and implementing a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan covering labor, training, security, and strike management. Bidders must demonstrate a proven track record in handling bulk or break-bulk commodities. Additionally, the service provider must maintain an office within a 50km to 100km radius of the Pendoring site and hold valid insurance liability coverage of at least R5 000 000.00 per incident.
What you need to qualify
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on Transnet eSupplier portal
- Office location within 50km to 100km radius
- Minimum R5,000,000 liability insurance cover
- Proof of equipment ownership or valid lease agreement
- Documented 60-minute on-site technical support capability
- Ability to obtain security clearance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ndumiso Dlamini
Email: Ndumiso.Dlamini@transnet.net
Phone: 035 905 2092
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet eSupplier portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Bidders must register on the portal, log their intent to bid, and upload all required documentation and pricing electronically before the closing date.
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