Gallery Cladding Repairs at Richards Bay Port Terminal
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
1 July 2026 at 10:00 · Transnet Port Terminal, Umhlathuze Building (Harbour)
In plain English
Gallery cladding repairs for Transnet SOC Ltd at the Port Rail Terminal. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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Transnet Port Terminals invites bids for gallery cladding repairs at the Port Rail Terminal in Richards Bay. The project involves the fabrication and installation of walkway structure bracings, replacement of gratings, and handrail repairs. Key deliverables include removing broken cladding, installing fibre cement cladding and clear sheets, and replacing rusted channels on the K11 and K14 galleries. The contractor must supply all necessary equipment, including a cherry picker for elevated access, and ensure all steel is sandblasted and painted to Transnet standards. Waste disposal must comply with environmental regulations. The work is a once-off project under an NEC3 contract.
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 3 General Building (3GB)) — 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
- Must attend compulsory site briefing
- CIDB grading of 3GB or higher
- Department of Labour asbestos handling authorization
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Registered on National Treasury CSD
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Compensation Fund Letter of Good Standing
- Minimum functionality score of 70 points
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nthombi Mtshali
Email: Nthombi.Mtshali@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3350
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register on the portal, log their intent to respond, and upload all required documents before the closing date.
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