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Panel for Learner Transport Services in Eastern Cape.

Siyasanga Buso

In plain English

The Eastern Cape Department of Transport is seeking service providers for learner transport services for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with public transport requirements.

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Closing date
26 October 2026
Location
21 Brooklyn Road-Woodbrook-East London-5201
Estimated value
R 150 000 000
Published
28 September 2026
Briefing
2 October 2026 at 10:00 · Nangoza Jebe, New Brighton, Gqeberha
Tender no.
SCMU10-26-27-0017A

Description

The Eastern Cape Department of Transport is seeking service providers to supply learner transport services for approved students across the province. This project involves transporting learners to and from schools using buses, midibuses, or minibuses. The contract will run for 36 months, starting in the 2027/28 financial year. Service providers must follow specific routes and schedules, and they are prohibited from carrying other passengers during these trips. Successful bidders are required to use a specific mobile application for route management and learner verification, which requires a compatible smart device. The Department will use a standard rate card for payments, and preference will be given to local operators and designated groups, including women, youth, and military veterans.

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.

Full requirements

  • Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Valid Tax Compliance status
  • Proof of vehicle ownership via NaTIS documentation
  • Valid Passenger Liability Insurance of at least R500,000 per vehicle
  • Valid Certificate of Fitness for all vehicles
  • Access to a compatible Android or iOS 12+ smart handheld device

Contact & how to apply

Name: Siyasanga Buso

Email: siyasanga.buso@ectransport.gov.za

Phone: 064-880-6907

How to apply: Completed bid documents must be submitted via the eTender Publication Portal (eSubmission) by 11:00 on 26 October 2026. No late, telephonic, posted, emailed, or faxed bids will be accepted.

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