Supply and Installation of Automatic Voltage Control Units.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
25 September 2026 at 10:00 · Salkor Building, 2nd Floor, Saldanha
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, delivery, and installation of Automatic Voltage Control (AVC) for Loop 4, 5, and 6. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager invites bids for the supply, delivery, and installation of Automatic Voltage Control units at Loop 4, 5, and 6. The project requires manufacturing three tap changer panels that meet specific technical and environmental standards for saline-laden air. The work must be completed within one month, starting 02 November 2026. Bidders must attend a compulsory clarification meeting on 25 September 2026 at the Salkor Building in Saldanha. The contract follows the NEC3 Term Service model, and all installations must be performed by qualified electrical personnel.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 2 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (2EP)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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 CIDB grading of 2 EP or higher
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate with TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Active registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
- Attendance at compulsory clarification meeting
- Relevant professional qualifications for electrical and safety personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: ESTELLE VAN WYK
Email: estelle.vanwyk@Transnet.net
Phone: 021-940-1901
How to apply: Submit your application electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. You must register on the portal, log your intent to respond, and upload your documents at least one day before the closing date of 05 October 2026.
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