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Civil and Structural Maintenance Services for Transnet Pipelines.

Transnet

Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid

12 November 2026 at 10:00 · Hillcrest Pump 43 Shongweni Road (towards M13)

In plain English

Transnet Pipelines is procuring civil and structural maintenance services for multiple operational depots on an 'as and when' basis for five years. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database.

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Closing date
20 November 2026
Location
South A Region- Various depots - Durban - Durban - 4001
Estimated value
R 50 000 000
Published
28 October 2026
Tender no.
TPL-2026-05-0334-5620-RFP

Description

Transnet Pipelines invites bids for civil and structural maintenance services across various operational depots in the KwaZulu-Natal region. This project covers a five-year period and involves maintenance for buildings, infrastructure, and structural elements like tank farms and pipe supports. The work includes repairs to roofs, walls, fencing, water systems, and concrete structures. Services will be performed at multiple locations, including Durban, Pinetown, Hillcrest, and Empangeni. The contract follows the NEC3 Term Service model, requiring the contractor to provide all necessary labour, materials, and equipment on an as-and-when-needed basis. The tender is issued by Transnet Pipelines.

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 5 General Building (5GB)) — 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

  • Compulsory briefing session attendance required
  • CIDB contractor grading of 5GB or 5CE or higher
  • SACPCMP registration for Construction Manager and Safety Officer
  • PIRB registration for Plumber
  • Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Proof of CSD registration
  • Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
  • Three years of audited financial statements
  • Documentary evidence of previous relevant project experience

Contact & how to apply

Name: nosicelo ntshona

Email: nosicelo.ntshona@transnet.net

Phone: 031-308-8368

How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Submissions sent via email, fax, or post will not be accepted. It is recommended to upload documents at least one day before the closing date to prevent technical issues.

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