Marine Ecological Monitoring for South African Ports
Transnet
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Transnet is seeking proposals for a marine long-term ecological monitoring program for several South African ports over five years. Bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and may need to register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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Transnet National Ports Authority invites proposals for a five-year marine long-term ecological monitoring program. The work covers eight commercial ports: Richards Bay, Durban, East London, Ngqura, Port Elizabeth, Mossel Bay, Cape Town, and Saldanha. The project involves water and sediment quality monitoring, bioaccumulation studies, and laboratory analysis to assess ecological health. The service provider must also support pollution investigations and provide capacity-building opportunities for local tertiary students. Deliverables include technical reports and sediment quality assessments for dredging permits. The program requires adherence to South African water quality guidelines and specific scientific sampling standards. The project is valued at up to R50,000,000.
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.
- 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 SARS Tax Compliance Status
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid ISO/IEC 17025:2017 laboratory accreditation or formal partnership
- Lead Scientist must be registered with SACNASP
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Valid B-BBEE status certificate
- Minimum five reference letters for marine ecological monitoring services
Contact & how to apply
Name: Rachel Williams
Email: Rachel.Williams@transnet.net
Phone: 041-507-4361
How to apply: Bidders must register and submit all documents electronically via the Transnet eSupplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Ensure all submissions are completed before the closing date of 27 August 2026 at 12:00 PM.
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