Supply and Maintenance of Bus Engine Protection Devices
PRASA
In plain English
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is seeking a supplier for the supply, delivery, and maintenance of Mercedes Benz bus engine protection devices on an as-needed basis. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a valid SARS Pin.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites bids for the supply, delivery, and maintenance of Mercedes Benz bus engine protection devices. This project will be executed on an as and when required basis across the country over a three-year period. The scope includes installing electronic monitoring systems that track engine temperature, oil pressure, and coolant levels, with automated shutdown features. All equipment must meet OEM or SABS standards. The contract requires the successful bidder to manage approximately 20 new installations and 40 maintenance tasks annually. The tender closes on 02 July 2026 at 12:00. All pricing must be fixed and inclusive of VAT.
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.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tholang Mothabeng
Email: Tholang.Mothabeng@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-0411
How to apply: Quotations must be typed on company letterhead and emailed to SCMRFQ.MAIL@prasa.com, addressed to Tholang Mothabeng.
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