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Supply and Maintenance of Eye Clinic Equipment for Phelophepa Trains

Transnet

In plain English

Transnet Engineering is procuring eye clinic equipment for the Phelophepa Healthcare Trains. No specific eligibility criteria are stated.

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Closing date
20 November 2026
Location
Coaches Admin Building, 19 Voortrekker Road, Salt River, Transnet Engineering - Salt River - Salt River - 7925
Estimated value
R 50 000 000
Published
5 November 2026
Tender no.
TE-2026-09-3900-11709-RFP

Description

Transnet Engineering invites bids for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of specialized eye clinic equipment for the Phelophepa Healthcare Trains. The project requires equipment capable of operating in diverse environmental conditions, ranging from coastal humidity to dry inland areas, and must withstand rail transport vibrations. Key deliverables include the provision of medical diagnostic tools, digital imaging systems, and furniture, alongside a mandatory 3-year maintenance and repair contract. Bidders must ensure a South African support footprint for technical assistance and spare parts. The contract includes a 12-month warranty on all products and requires a 48-hour response time for repairs. A compulsory site briefing at the Salt River facility is required for all interested parties. The project aims to maintain high-quality mobile healthcare services across South Africa.

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.
  • 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 B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Attended compulsory site briefing
  • SAHPRA Medical Device Establishment License
  • ISO 13485:2016 certification
  • OEM accreditation for maintenance and repairs
  • Personnel security clearance

Contact & how to apply

Name: Promise Ngcobo

Email: Promise.Ngcobo@transnet.net

Phone: 0118202283

How to apply: Bidders must register on the Transnet eSupplier portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. After registering, select the 'Log an Intent' button for this tender to enable document uploads. Submissions must be completed online before the closing date.

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