Maintenance of Liebert-Hiross Units at Port of Richards Bay.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
19 June 2026 at 10:00 · Employee Care Center
In plain English
Maintenance, service, and ad hoc repairs of 2 Lierbert-Hiross M34ua units and associated equipment for 36 months at Port of Richards Bay. Eligible bidders must have CIDB registration of 3 ME or higher and relevant gas certificates.
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Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking a contractor for the maintenance, servicing, and emergency repairs of two Liebert-Hiross close control air conditioning units. The work will take place at the IMS Department Server Room in the Osizweni Building at the Port of Richards Bay. The contract covers a period of 36 months, starting in August 2026 and ending in July 2029. Key deliverables include monthly preventative maintenance, annual major servicing, and 24/7 emergency breakdown response within one hour. The contractor must provide detailed monthly reports and attend post-service meetings. All work must follow OEM manuals and SANS standards.
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 (Grade 3 Mechanical Engineering (3ME)) — 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 CIDB registration of 3 ME or higher
- Relevant gas handling certifications (Category A and B)
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA)
- Proof of Public Liability and Motor Vehicle insurance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Londiwe Khanyile
Email: tnpatenderenquiriesrb@transnet.net
Phone: 031-816-9868
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register a profile, log an intent to respond, and upload all required documents at least one day before the closing date of 03 July 2026.
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