Facility Operator for Floating Dry Dock at Cape Town.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking a facility operator for the design, financing, construction, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning of a floating dry dock at the Port of Cape Town for 25 years. Eligible bidders must submit marked-up versions of the negotiable clauses of the Facility Operator Agreement.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the appointment of a Facility Operator for a Floating Dry Dock at the Port of Cape Town. This is a 25-year concession project involving the design, financing, construction, operation, maintenance, and eventual decommissioning of the facility. The project is located at Repair Pier 3, Duncan Dock. The operator will be responsible for all capital and operational costs, providing a common-user service for vessel repairs. The tender process includes a non-compulsory briefing session on 25 August 2026. Bidders must demonstrate technical and financial capacity to manage the facility lifecycle. The concession includes a ramp-up fee structure and requires the transfer of infrastructure back to TNPA at the end of the term. The closing date for all proposals is 07 December 2026 at 16:00.
What you need to qualify
- 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 — 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 Tax Clearance Certificate
- B-BBEE Level 4 or better certification
- Active CIDB accreditation
- Valid ISO 14001:2015 certification
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Department of Employment and Labour or FEM
Contact & how to apply
Name: Project Officer
Email: tnpapoctfloatingdockrfp@transnet.net
Phone: 000-000-0000
How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders should ensure all documents are in PDF format and indexed. It is recommended to submit at least one day before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
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