Lease of Premises at Port of East London.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is seeking proposals for leasing premises at the Port of East London for up to ten years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with B-BBEE requirements.
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Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is inviting proposals for the lease of premises at the Port of East London, specifically Building Asset Numbers 02TH005L and 05LH101L on Erf 33369, East Bank. The lease is for a period of up to ten years. The property covers approximately 1,270 square meters and is intended for warehousing and port-related commercial activities. The premises are offered on an 'as is' basis, and the successful bidder will be responsible for all necessary refurbishments, repairs, and upgrades. Bidders must submit a business plan, a project schedule for improvements, a maintenance plan, and cash flow projections. The site contains asbestos-containing materials, and the tenant will be responsible for all management and disposal costs. A non-compulsory briefing session will be held via Microsoft Teams on 30 October 2026, and the closing date for submissions is 27 November 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.
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience with 2 reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: Amber Arends
Email: elsproperty@transnet.net
Phone: 043-700-0000
How to apply: Bidders must register and upload their proposals onto the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. It is recommended to upload submissions at least one day before the closing date to avoid technical issues.
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