Maintenance of septic and MLPS tanks in Western Cape.
PRASA
In plain English
PRASA is seeking up to two service providers for maintenance, servicing, pumping, cleaning, and jetting of septic and MLPS tanks for 36 months in the Western Cape. No specific eligibility criteria are mentioned in the text.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites proposals for the maintenance, servicing, pumping, cleaning, and jetting of septic tanks and MLPS tanks in the Western Cape region. This contract will run for a period of thirty-six months. The scope of work includes the regular emptying of tanks, high-pressure jetting of sewer lines, and the disposal of waste at certified municipal facilities. The service provider must supply all necessary labor, vehicles, and equipment, including 10,000-liter honey sucker trucks. Services are required on an ad-hoc basis, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The project covers various PRASA facilities, including depots and stations such as Bellville, Paarden Eiland, and Ysterplaat. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session at Cape Town Station to qualify for the tender.
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.
- 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 SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered waste disposal service provider
- Proof of business address or workshop in the Western Cape
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., PSIRA for security services)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ntombikhona Lurani
Email: Ntombikhona.Lurani@prasa.com
Phone: 021-818-7272
How to apply: Submit two separate sealed envelopes (one for technical/compliance and one for financial proposals) to the PRASA Tender Drop Off Office, 3 Old Marine Drive, Cape Town, 8000, by 12:00 on 08 July 2026.
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