36-Month Industrial Cleaning Services for TPT Richards Bay.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is seeking a contractor for a 36-month industrial cleaning services contract on an 'as and when required' basis at the Richards Bay Multi Purpose Terminal. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with B-BBEE requirements.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking a service provider for industrial cleaning and grass cutting at the Richards Bay Multi-Purpose Terminal. This is a 36-month contract for services provided on an as-needed basis. The scope includes cleaning railway lines, stockpiles, conveyors, and drains, as well as vegetation control. Operations run 24/7, requiring a team of 84 personnel. Bidders must have at least four years of experience in industrial cleaning and be located within 50km of the terminal. The contract is subject to annual price reviews.
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.
- 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 SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Attended compulsory briefing session
- Business address within 50km of the terminal
- Valid Public Liability Insurance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Buhle Cetywa
Email: buhle.cetywa@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3160
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 an intent to respond, and upload all signed and stamped documents before the closing date.
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