Service and Maintenance of Fire Equipment at TPT RCB.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
23 September 2026 at 10:00 · Transnet Port Terminal, Umhlathuze Building (Harbour)
In plain English
Transnet Port Terminals is procuring service and maintenance of fire portable equipment for a one-month contract. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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Transnet Port Terminals invites bids for the service and maintenance of fire portable equipment at the Richards Bay Port. The project involves monthly inspections and annual servicing of fire extinguishers, hose reels, and hydrants across various site locations. The successful bidder must provide a qualified team, including SAQCC-registered supervisors and technicians, to perform these tasks over a one-month contract period. Key deliverables include weekly and monthly maintenance reports submitted to the Technical Manager. Work will occur during standard business hours, Monday to Friday. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing to qualify for the tender.
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 Specialist Works (2SW)) — 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
- CIDB grading of 2SF or higher
- Valid SANS 1475 permit
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate with TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of Public Liability, Motor Vehicle, and SASRIA insurance
- Attendance at compulsory site briefing
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nthombi Mtshali
Email: Nthombi.Mtshali@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3350
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register on the portal, log their intent to respond, and upload all required documents at least one day before the closing date.
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