Refurbishment of Queens Warehouse, Port of Durban.
Transnet
In plain English
The tender is for the refurbishment of the female ablution facilities at Queens Warehouse, Port of Durban, including installation of tiles, partitions, and painting. No specific eligibility criteria such as CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB, or PSIRA are mentioned.
Always check the official documentDescription
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a tender for the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse building at the Port of Durban. The project involves a comprehensive 11-month refurbishment of a three-story heritage-protected building, including civil, structural, mechanical (HVAC), and electrical works. Key deliverables include structural repairs, installation of new security and access control systems, and interior fit-outs. The building will remain partially occupied during construction, requiring phased access. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing on 8 September 2026. The project requires adherence to strict quality, safety, and environmental standards, including a 30% subcontracting requirement for targeted enterprises.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 7 Civil Engineering (7CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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
- Valid CIDB grading of 7CE/7GB or higher
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA)
- Audited financial statements for the last three years
- Professional registration for all key project personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: Shani Evans
Email: TENDERENQUIRIESPDU@transnet.net
Phone: 031-361-1273
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register, log an 'Intent to Bid', and upload documents into the specified tabs at least 24 hours before the closing date of 29 September 2026.
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