Service provider for gearbox overhaul and parts replacement.
PRASA
This tender closed on 11 August 2026
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In plain English
PRASA is seeking a service provider to overhaul gearboxes and replace parts. Bidders must be registered with the Retail Motor Industry (RMI) for Automotive Engineering and comply with tax obligations.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has issued multiple requests for the overhaul and reconditioning of automotive components, including gearboxes, differentials, and engine parts for Long Distance Passenger Transport vehicles. The work involves professional diagnostics, stripping, and assembly to strict Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications. Key deliverables include the repair of transmission casings, replacement of specific engine components, and the reconditioning of propeller shafts and wheel hubs. Service providers must use genuine parts and employ trained technicians to ensure quality. These projects require specialized workshop equipment, such as dynamometers, line bore machines, and precision measurement tools. The work will take place at the service provider's facility, subject to mandatory site inspections to verify technical capacity. The tender process is managed by PRASA, with specific RFQs (such as 10372900) closing on 11 August 2026. All work must be performed to high technical standards to ensure the safety and reliability of the rail agency's fleet.
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 MIWA accreditation
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Proof of workshop address or valid lease agreement
- Possession of specialized automotive repair machinery
- Must employ trained technicians for assembly
Contact & how to apply
Name: Modumo Maeco
Email: SCMRFQ.MAIL@prasa.com
Phone: 011-085-7269
How to apply: Quotations must be typed on company letterhead and emailed to SCMRFQ.MAIL@prasa.com, addressed to Modumo Maeco. Ensure all mandatory documents are included to avoid disqualification. Submissions must be received before 11:00 on 11 August 2026.
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