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Maintenance Services for Transnet Property in Durban.

Transnet

In plain English

Transnet Property is procuring preventative, corrective, and emergency services for electrical, civil, general building, and plumbing works in Durban for 24 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database.

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Closing date
26 August 2026
Location
Durban - Durban - Durban - 4001
Estimated value
R 15 000 000
Published
7 August 2026
Tender no.
TP-2026-05-0085-5427-RFP

Description

Transnet SOC Ltd invites bids for the provision of preventative, corrective, and emergency maintenance services in Durban. The scope includes electrical, civil, general building, plumbing, and HVAC works on an as-and-when-required basis for 24 months. Key deliverables involve structural repairs, lighting and power maintenance, and water system management. Contractors must ensure all work meets the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant SANS standards. Comprehensive reporting with digital photographic evidence is required for all tasks. A mandatory site briefing will be held at 311 Solomon Mahlangu Drive, Rossburgh.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Tax clearanceA valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
  • B-BBEE certificateA B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
  • CIDB grading (Grade 7 General Building (7GB))A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
  • Letter of Good StandingCOID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
  • Other registrationAn industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

  • Must attend compulsory site briefing
  • CIDB registration of 7GB or higher
  • Artisans must hold relevant trade test certificates
  • Project Manager must hold a BSc Engineering degree
  • Valid Electrical Contractor registration with Department of Labour
  • Valid COID-A Letter of Good Standing
  • Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or TCS PIN
  • Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Two years of audited financial statements

Contact & how to apply

Name: Oscar Mhlanga - 031 816 9598

Email: oscar.mhlanga@transnet.net

Phone: 031-361-2682

How to apply: Bidders must register on the Transnet eSupplier Portal, log their intent for this specific tender, and upload all required documents and electronic pricing schedules via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net before the closing time.

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