Provision of Canteen Services at Port of Richards Bay.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet Port Terminal is seeking quotations for the provision of canteen services at the Port of Richards Bay Terminal for a period of three months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking a service provider to manage canteen operations at the Port of Richards Bay. This contract is for a short-term period of three months. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing professional catering services at the terminal. All work must be performed in accordance with the specific requirements outlined in the tender documentation. The project is issued by Transnet SOC Limited. Bidders must ensure their pricing is inclusive of VAT and reflects market-related rates. The evaluation of bids will follow the 80/20 preference point system. All services must be delivered to the Port of Richards Bay facility by the appointed service provider.
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.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing for hospitality services
- SETA-accredited Chef qualification (NQF level 6 or higher)
- Valid Certificate of Acceptability (Food Business Permit) from King Cetshwayo District
- Public Liability Insurance with minimum R2,000,000 cover
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: shaun sewraj
Email: shaun.sewraj@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3973
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register their company profile on the portal to log an intent to bid and upload their proposals before 13:00 on 28 July 2026.
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