Hire of 25-ton mobile crane and operator for Transnet.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is hiring a 25-ton mobile crane and operator for one day at the Witbank Depot. Bidders must be registered on the Transnet Digital Procurement System and comply with B-BBEE requirements.
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Transnet SOC Ltd is requesting the hire of a 25-ton mobile crane and a qualified operator for a once-off, one-day service. The work will take place at the Transnet Pipelines Witbank Depot. The tender, referenced as TPL/2026/09/0639/11657/RFQ, requires the service provider to ensure that all personnel comply with Transnet’s health, safety, and security procedures while on-site. The service must be of satisfactory quality and fit for its intended purpose. The closing date for this tender is 02 October 2026 at 16:00 PM. Bidders must use the Transnet online system for pricing, and the bid remains valid for 180 business days from the closing date.
What you need to qualify
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Registered on Transnet eSupplier Portal
- Must not be a restricted supplier
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sphamandla Khuzwayo
Email: Sphamandla.Khuzwayo@transnet.net
Phone: 011 978 2756
How to apply: Bidders must register and submit their proposals electronically via the Transnet Digital Procurement System (TDPS) eSupplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/advertisedTenders. Users should log in, select the tender, toggle the 'Log an Intent' button, and upload all required documents before the closing deadline.
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