Supply and delivery of tensioning system materials.
Transnet
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Transnet SOC Ltd is requesting the supply and delivery of tensioning system materials for the Upington Depot. The project involves providing 660 pulley cables, 1320 assembled pulley wheels, and 1320 sets of stainless steel bolts, nuts, and washers. All materials must be new and manufactured according to specific Transnet engineering drawings and technical standards, including hot-dipped galvanizing requirements. The components are essential for the maintenance of overhead track equipment to ensure reliable train operations. The tender is issued for the Iron Ore Annual Shutdown. Bidders must ensure all items meet high-tensile and corrosion-resistant specifications. The delivery must be made to the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) Upington Depot. The tender is valid until June 2027, and all pricing must be submitted electronically via the Transnet eSupplier portal.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE status (Certificate, Sworn Affidavit, or CIPC certificate)
- Proven experience via signed reference letters for similar supply work
- Compliance with Employment Equity Act and National Railway Safety Regulator Act
- Minimum technical functionality score of 60%
- Signed Joint Venture agreement (if applicable)
- Compliance with SANS 121 and BS EN 10264-4 material standards
Contact & how to apply
Name: JOEY SAMEULS
Email: joey.samuels@transnet.net
Phone: 022-703-2640
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet eSupplier portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Bidders must register their own profile on the portal to submit their bid. All documents should be uploaded at least one day before the closing date of 10 September 2026.
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