Repairs and Maintenance of Umfolozi Building, Richards Bay.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
9 October 2026 at 10:00 · Employee Care Centre opposite the Bayvue Building, Ventura Road
In plain English
Repairs and maintenance of Umfolozi Building at the Port of Richards Bay for three months. Bidders must have a CIDB grading of 1GB or higher and a trade test for a carpenter.
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Transnet National Ports Authority invites bids for the repairs and maintenance of the Umfolozi Building at the Port of Richards Bay. The project covers a three-month period and includes extensive work such as cabinetry, tiling, plumbing, painting, flooring, and roof repairs. Key areas of focus include the reception, kitchens, boardroom, garage, storeroom, passages, and ablution facilities. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing on 09 October 2026 to qualify. The work follows the NEC3 Engineering and Construction contract model. All activities must be completed within the specified three-month timeline.
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 1 General Building (1GB)) — 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 Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIDB grading of 1GB or higher
- Proof of Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA)
- Proof of Trade Test for a Carpenter
Contact & how to apply
Name: ZANDILE YVONNE NCAYIYANE
Email: zandile.ncayiyane@transnet.net
Phone: 031-813-4021
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 their intent to respond, and upload all required documents at least one day before the closing date of 19 October 2026.
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