Construction of Durban Yard Lifting Shed and Buildings.
PRASA
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites tenders for the construction of the Durban Yard Lifting Shed and associated buildings (Bid No: HO/PGC/DMP/516/06/2026). The project involves extending the lifting shed, constructing new warehouses, offices, and a windscreen test facility, and performing civil, electrical, and mechanical upgrades. The work is located at the Durban Yard Depot, eThekwini. The project duration is 24 months. Key deliverables include structural upgrades, installation of 55T cranes, bogie turntables, and comprehensive fire and wet services. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 8 July 2026 at the Durban Yard Depot.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 9 General Building (9GB)) — 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
- Valid CSD registration and SARS Tax Compliance Status
- Minimum CIDB contractor grading of 9GB or 9CE
- Key personnel must hold SACPCMP registration
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- PSIRA registration required for security service providers
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lehlohonolo Mahlonoko
Email: lehlohonolo.mahlonoko@prasa.com
Phone: 011-013-1790
How to apply: Bids must be submitted using a two-envelope system (Technical/Compliance and Financial/Specific Goals) to the bid box at Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, by 12:00 on 27 July 2026.
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