Provision of Catering Services at Transnet Engineering Bloemfontein.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
9 October 2026 at 10:00 · Transnet Engineering, Transnet Road, Hilton Bloemfontein, 9300
In plain English
Transnet is seeking catering services for sit-down and takeaway at their Bloemfontein location on a month-to-month basis for up to 12 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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Transnet Engineering is seeking a catering service provider for their facility in Bloemfontein. The contract covers both sit-down canteen services and takeaway options on a month-to-month basis for up to 12 months. The successful bidder must provide a wide range of hot meals, including proteins, starches, and vegetables, as well as shop items like snacks and beverages. Key deliverables include a management plan, a contingency plan for service disruptions, and adherence to specific portion sizes and quality standards. The project requires the bidder to maintain consistent food availability and meet specific dietary requirements. A compulsory site briefing will be held on 09 October 2026 at the Transnet Engineering site in Hilton, Bloemfontein. The tender process concludes on 20 October 2026.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status or CSD registration number
- Valid Certificate of Acceptability from local health authorities
- Minimum of three contactable references for similar catering services
- Halaal certification for relevant food items
Contact & how to apply
Name: Kagisho Seroto
Email: Kagisho.Seroto@transnet.net
Phone: 051 4082871
How to apply: Interested bidders must register and submit their bids through the Transnet e-Supplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net. Bids must be uploaded via the portal at least one day before the closing date.
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