Independent Review of Railway Operating Rules Standard.
Fumani Mabunda
In plain English
The tender seeks a service provider for an independent review of the Draft Railway Safety Regulator Standard for Railway Operating Rules and Methods. Eligible bidders must be registered on the National Treasury CSD and provide a valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) is seeking a service provider to conduct an independent technical and regulatory review of the Draft Railway Safety Regulator Standard for Railway Operating Rules and Methods. The work involves assessing the draft against South African legislation, including the Railway Safety Act and National Rail Policy, to ensure it is technically sound and risk-informed. Key deliverables include an inception report, a traceability matrix, a reviewed draft standard, and a final close-out report. The project requires a team of at least two specialists with NQF level 7 qualifications in railway operations or engineering. The work must be completed by the closing date of 16 November 2026. Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 70 points to qualify for the price and preference evaluation.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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 Clearance Certificate and Tax Pin
- Valid CIPC company registration documents
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Medical, SASSA, or NCPPDSA registration)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Fumani Mabunda
Email: fumanim@rsr.org.za
Phone: 010-495-5391
How to apply: Responses must be submitted via email to Mr. Siphamandla Mbatha at siphamandla.mbatha@rsr.org.za by 10h00 on 16 November 2026.
Related tenders
Review of Draft Railway Safety Regulations.
The Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) seeks proposals for reviewing Draft Regulations under Section 62 of the Railway Safety Act, 2024. The project involves appointing a multidisciplinary team to provide legislative, technical, and economic advisory services to ensure the 'New Works Regulations' are legally sound and technically robust. Deliverables include a regulatory gap analysis, stakeholder consultation reports, revised draft regulations, and final documentation for Ministerial approval. The project requires a team with expertise in regulation drafting and public consultation. Submissions close on 06 November 2026 at 15:00 PM.
Professional Service Provider for Railway Safety Management Audit
The City of Tshwane seeks a service provider for auditing and managing its Railway Safety Management System. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with the National Railway Safety Regulator Act, auditing the current system, updating documentation, conducting risk assessments, and creating infrastructure reports. The provider will also develop corrective action plans and monitor maintenance over 12 months, adhering to SANS standards and RSR determinations. A project schedule is required within 10 business days of contract award.
Service Provider for Moderation and Structure Review at NCR
The National Credit Regulator (NCR) seeks a service provider to moderate job evaluation outcomes and review the executive structure. The project involves auditing payroll, benchmarking salaries, and developing change management strategies, to be completed within four months. The project leader must have 10 years of experience and be registered with the South African Reward Association (SARA), while team members need at least 5 years of experience. The project will occur in Midrand, with proposals due by 12 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Panel for Procurement and Financial Compliance Reviews for PRASA.
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) seeks bids for a panel of service providers to conduct procurement and financial compliance reviews over five years in Johannesburg. The project involves Group Finance and Group Supply Chain Management, focusing on financial statement reviews, legislative compliance, business process assessments, irregular expenditure reporting, and contract management support. The appointment depends on budget availability, with submissions closing on 13 November 2026 at 12:00.
Review of WRC Organisational Structure.
The Water Research Commission (WRC) seeks a service provider to review its organisational structure to ensure alignment with its mandate, vision, mission, strategy, and business processes. The project includes analyzing current operations, conducting a skills audit, designing a new operating model, and updating job profiles using the Paterson Job Evaluation system. Deliverables include a diagnostic report, process maps, a business case for redesign, and an implementation plan over a 6-month period. Submissions close on 06 November 2026.
Supply and Implement Integrated Regulatory Information System.
The National Credit Regulator (NCR) seeks a qualified service provider to supply, configure, implement, and maintain an Integrated Regulatory Information Management System (IRIS). The project includes data migration, system integration, and a self-service portal, to be executed at the NCR offices in Midrand over three years, with a possible two-year extension. A Minimum Viable Product is required within six months. The solution must encompass training, support, and security management. Bidders should have a proven track record with regulatory bodies, and pricing must be in South African Rand, covering a five-year total cost of ownership.