Installation of Wastewater System at Transnet Facilities
Transnet
In plain English
Installation of the Smallbore Steel Pipe Wastewater System at the Alrode and Witbank Transnet Pipelines Petroleum Products Storage and Handling Facility. Eligibility requirements are not explicitly stated in the text.
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Transnet SOC Ltd invites tenders for the installation of a Smallbore Steel Pipe Wastewater System at the Alrode and Witbank Petroleum Products Storage and Handling Facilities. The project involves mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering works, including the supply and installation of pump sets, steel piping, and reinforced concrete structures. The work includes procurement, fabrication, site testing, and commissioning. The project duration is 9 months for Alrode and 8 months for Witbank. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing on 04 September 2026 at the Alrode Depot. The contract follows the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option A) format. The project requires strict adherence to safety standards, including the use of explosion-proof motors and fire safety equipment. All work must be completed within the specified timelines, with a 52-week defects liability period following project completion.
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
- Minimum CIDB grading of 3 ME
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid SANAS accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- SACPCMP registration for Construction Manager and Health and Safety Officer
- Attendance at compulsory site briefing
- Personnel must pass State Security Agency security screening
Contact & how to apply
Name: Fezeka Nkosikhethile Mhlongo
Email: Fezeka.Mhlongo@transnet.net
Phone: 031-816-9888
How to apply: Bidders must register and submit their proposals electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must log an intent to respond and upload all required documents before the closing date of 23 September 2026 at 12:00 pm.
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