C02 Crawl Beam Structural Repairs at Richards Bay Port.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
1 September 2026 at 11:00 · Transnet Port Terminal (Harbour) Umhlathuze Building Centre, Port of Richards Bay, 3900
In plain English
Transnet is procuring C02 crawl beam structural repairs for the Richards Bay Port Terminal. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 3SL or higher and attend a compulsory briefing session.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking a contractor for structural repairs to C02 crawl beams at the Richards Bay Port Terminal. The project involves the fabrication and installation of specialized I-beams and brackets to support heavy component maintenance. Key tasks include securing brackets to concrete, installing beams, performing load testing to 2000kg, and applying protective coatings according to Transnet specifications. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment, including cranes and scaffolding. The work is a once-off project located at the Port of Richards Bay. The tender is governed by an NEC3 contract and requires a compulsory site briefing to qualify for participation.
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 — 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.
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 3SL or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid SANAS B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (Workmen’s Compensation)
- Four certified coded welders
- Attendance at compulsory site briefing
Contact & how to apply
Name: Leslie Themba Thabede
Email: Leslie.Thabede@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3465
How to apply: Submit your bid electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. You must register on the portal and log an intent to respond before uploading your documents. Submissions should be completed at least one day before the closing date.
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