Service Provider for Bus Differential Overhaul
PRASA
In plain English
The Passenger Rail Agency (PRASA) is seeking a service provider to overhaul bus differentials. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a valid SARS Pin.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is seeking a service provider to perform a complete overhaul of a bus differential. This project involves the mechanical repair of one specific bus unit, identified by registration number ZDN584GP. The work is required to restore the vehicle to operational status. The tender is issued by PRASA, and all services must be performed according to fixed-price requirements. The project is subject to the successful allocation of internal funding by the agency. Interested parties must provide their earliest possible delivery timeline for the completion of the overhaul.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid RMI or WIWA industry certification
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Modumo Maeco
Email: Mmaeco@prasa.com
Phone: 011-085-7269
How to apply: Quotations must be typed on company letterhead and emailed to SCMRFQ.MAIL@prasa.com. All submissions must be addressed to Modumo Maeco and received no later than 12:00 on 03 July 2026.
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