Environmental Services for Water Reticulation Upgrade.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
29 July 2026 at 10:00 · Microsoft Teams
In plain English
Transnet National Ports Authority is procuring environmental services for the upgrade of water reticulation in the Port of Richards Bay for 29 months. Eligible bidders must attend a compulsory briefing and submit tenders electronically.
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Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking environmental services for the water reticulation upgrade at the Port of Richards Bay. The project involves replacing an old asbestos pipeline with a new HDPE pipe over a 29-month period. Key deliverables include Environmental Control Officer services, ecological search and rescue operations, water quality monitoring, and environmental reporting. The project requires professional environmental monitoring to ensure compliance with environmental authorizations and management programs throughout the construction phase.
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
- Key personnel must hold valid EAPASA and SACNASP professional registrations
- Must have valid Tax Clearance Certificate and SARS TCS PIN
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sindisiwe Mweli
Email: TNPATenderenquiries3@transnet.net
Phone: 000-000-0000
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register, log an intent to respond, and upload all required documentation before the closing date.
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