Design & Construction of Effluent Treatment Plant.
Transnet
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Transnet Engineering is procuring the design and construction of an effluent treatment plant at the Bethlehem Locomotive Depot. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database.
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Transnet SOC Ltd invites tenders for the design and construction of an Effluent Treatment Plant at the Bethlehem Locomotive Depot. The project includes building the plant, installing pumps and filters, constructing a reinforced concrete collection pit, and installing an 80-meter overhead steel pipeline. The scope also covers hydro-jetting 600 meters of stormwater lines and providing staff training. Work is scheduled to begin on 10 September 2026 and must be completed by 26 February 2027. The project requires professional engineering expertise and adherence to strict technical specifications for civil, mechanical, and electrical components.
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 Civil Engineering (2CE)) — 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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate with TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Minimum CIDB grading of 2CE
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
- One year of audited financial statements
- Attended compulsory site briefing
- Key personnel registered with ECSA, SACNASP, or EAPSA
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thembisa Dlawo
Email: Thembisa.Dlawo@transnet.net
Phone: 041-994-2310
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://qa.ppd-supplier.transnet.net/. Bidders must register on the portal, log their intent to respond, and upload all required documents.
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