Maintenance of Fire Safety Equipment at Uitenhage Centre.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is procuring maintenance and inspection services for fire safety equipment over a 3-year period. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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Transnet Engineering invites bids for the maintenance and inspection of fire safety equipment, including extinguishers, hose reels, and nozzles. This work will take place at the Uitenhage Centre on an as-and-when-required basis. The contract covers a three-year period. Key deliverables include regular safety checks and maintenance of fire protection systems to ensure operational readiness. Bidders must ensure all services comply with national safety regulations. The project is managed by Transnet Engineering, and all pricing must be submitted in South African Rand. The work is essential for maintaining fire safety standards at the specified facility.
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 PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE status verification certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thembisa Dlawo
Email: thembisa.dlawo@transnet.net
Phone: 041-994-2310
How to apply: Submissions must be uploaded via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register a company profile, log an intent to respond, and upload all required documents before the closing date.
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