Provision of Round Log Transport Services
Sibongiseni Mgushelo
In plain English
SAFCOL SOC LTD is procuring services for the transport of round logs from Entabeni to Timbadola Sawmill. Eligible bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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SAFCOL is seeking a service provider for the transport of pine sawlogs from the Entabeni plantation to the Timbadola Sawmill. The project involves various transport modes, including shorthaul, direct-to-mill, and longhaul services, covering distances of up to 90 km. The successful bidder must provide specialized forestry equipment, including logger trucks and wheel loggers, and maintain a monthly operational uptime of 80%. This is a volume-based contract that will conclude once the total project value is reached. The work is located in the North Region at the Entabeni Plantation.
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.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Proof of ownership or lease for logger trucks and wheel loggers
- Valid Certificate of Fitness and licenses for all transport units
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sibongiseni Mgushelo
Email: sibongiseni.mgushelo@safcol.co.za
Phone: 066-479-0612
How to apply: Submit your completed quotation on company letterhead, along with all signed SBD documents, via email to RFQHighveld@safcol.co.za. Ensure the subject line clearly states the RFQ number: RFQ/202/081/2026.
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