Railway Track Maintenance with Ballast Screening Machine.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is seeking proposals for the maintenance of railway track using an on-track normal production ballast screening machine at the Port Elizabeth Depot. Eligible bidders must be registered with the CIDB with a grading designation of 6 CE or higher.
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Transnet Freight Rail invites tenders for the maintenance of railway tracks at the Port Elizabeth and Kimberley South depots. The project involves using an on-track ballast screening machine to clean and maintain track ballast. The scope includes providing all necessary machinery, such as tampers and regulators, along with skilled labor, fuel, and spare parts. The work covers open tracks, tunnels, and bridges, requiring careful operation to avoid damaging rail infrastructure. The contractor must also manage the removal and disposal of spoil material within 72 hours. This is a 30-day contract starting on 16 November 2026, covering approximately 15 kilometers of track. The project is issued by Transnet and follows an NEC3 Term Service Contract structure.
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 6 Civil Engineering (6CE)) — 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.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIDB registration of 6 CE or higher
- Active Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Valid Letter of Good Standing for Workmen's Compensation
- Proof of machine ownership and asset register
Contact & how to apply
Name: ESTELLE VAN WYK
Email: estelle.vanwyk@transnet.net
Phone: 021-940-1901
How to apply: Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Users must register, log an intent, and upload all required documents. It is recommended to complete the submission at least one day before the closing date of 11 November 2026.
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