Cleaning services at Port Elizabeth and Ngqura.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
19 June 2026 at 10:00 · SCM Boardroom, NRE Garage, Green Street, Port of Port Elizabeth
In plain English
Transnet is procuring cleaning services for office, mess, and ablution facilities at the Port of Port Elizabeth and Ngqura Container Terminal for four years. Bidders must be registered with a recognized Cleaners Association and have a valid Letter of Good Standing with COIDA.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking a service provider for cleaning services at the Port of Port Elizabeth and the Ngqura Container Terminal. The contract will last for four years. The work includes daily cleaning of offices, mess rooms, and ablution facilities, such as windows, floors, furniture, and kitchens. The provider must also manage waste disposal and provide all necessary cleaning equipment and chemicals. Chemicals must include safety data sheets. Bidders must show proof of experience through three recent reference letters and provide training records for staff regarding hygiene, supervision, and chemical handling. The project requires adherence to specific labor and safety laws.
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.
- 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
- Registered with the Cleaning Services Industry
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Public liability insurance of at least R10,000,000
- SASRIA riot and strike cover of at least R10,000,000
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database
- Attendance at the compulsory briefing session
- Ability to obtain security clearance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sue-Ellen Nazer
Email: sue-ellen.nazer@transnet.net
Phone: 041-507-2091
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/ by logging an intent and uploading all required documents.
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