Proposal for National Road Freight Trucking Services.
Lee-Anne Alva-Wright
In plain English
South African Airways is requesting bids for national trucking services in Cape Town, Durban, East London, and Gqeberha. There are no specific eligibility requirements mentioned in the text.
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South African Airways (SAA) is inviting proposals for national road freight trucking services to support its cargo operations. The work involves transporting airfreight between Johannesburg and coastal airports, including Cape Town, Durban, East London, and Gqeberha. The service provider must supply closed, tamper-proof vehicles equipped with satellite tracking to ensure the safety of goods in all weather conditions. Key deliverables include ad-hoc road freight capacity, dedicated vehicle loads, and the provision of Freight Status Messaging in line with international aviation standards. The service must be available seven days a week, including public holidays. The contract requires the provider to act as a neutral, unbiased partner that does not compete with SAA customers. The tender closing date is 13 August 2026 at 11:00.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Customs license as a Remover of Goods in Bond
- Goods in Transit insurance with minimum 22 SDR per kg coverage
- Membership in the Road Freight Association or equivalent industry body
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lee-Anne Alva-Wright
Email: Lee-AnneAlva-Wright@flysaa.com
Phone: 083-459-0911
How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically to Tenders@flysaa.com. All submissions must be in English, and bidders must indicate compliance on a paragraph-by-paragraph basis. Enquiries should be directed to Lee-Anne Alva-Wright at Lee-AnneAlva-Wright@flysaa.com.
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