Repair of stainless steel water pipeline at Durban Port.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
6 August 2026 at 10:00 · 237 Mahatma Gandhi, Queens Warehouse Building, Durban
In plain English
Repairs to a portable stainless steel water pipeline from Berth 1 to Berth 10 at Island View in the Port of Durban. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
Transnet National Ports Authority invites tenders for the repair of a stainless steel potable water pipeline at the Island View Precinct in the Port of Durban. The project covers the area from Berth 01 to Berth 10 and involves tasks such as removing clamps, TIG welding, sleeve fabrication, LPI testing, and installing valves and bellows. The work requires operating at heights up to 6.5 meters within a high-security National Key Point area. The contract duration is six months. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 06 August 2026, and the tender closes on 18 August 2026. Bidders must adhere to strict safety protocols, including site-specific health and safety plans and mandatory inductions.
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 3 Mechanical Engineering (3ME)) — 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 3ME or higher
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Proof of CSD registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA)
- PIRB registration for plumbers and SACPCMP for Safety Officers
- Trade test certificates for all welding personnel
- Public Liability Insurance
- Audited financial statements for the last three years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Hlengiwe Dlamini
Email: TNPAtenderenquiriesdbn@transnet.net
Phone: 031-361-8735
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register a profile, log an intent to bid, and upload all required documents at least one day before the closing date.
Related tenders
Repair and Maintenance at Northern Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Johannesburg Water SOC Ltd invites bids for the repair and maintenance of infrastructure at the Northern Wastewater Treatment Plant in Diepsloot. The project includes repairing and replacing 32 steel carports, fixing roof sheets and downpipes, replacing heavy-duty steel doors and locks, repairing masonry and manholes, and installing aluminum window frames. The scope also covers painting walls, ceilings, and steel structures, as well as floor tiling. All work must follow the provided Bill of Quantities and match existing color schemes. A compulsory site briefing is scheduled for 29 July 2026 at the Northern Works facility. The tender follows an 80/20 evaluation criteria and requires all work to be completed according to specific safety and quality standards.
Pothole Repairs and Road Services at Durban Port.
Transnet Port Terminals seeks a contractor for pothole repairs and minor road maintenance at Durban BBC Terminals, covering MPT, Car, Maydon Wharf, and Agriport areas. The work includes removing damaged surfaces, re-compacting layers, casting concrete, and installing asphalt over thirty-six months on an as-needed basis. Key deliverables include site demarcation, traffic control, and high-quality road restoration, requiring a professional team with a registered civil engineer. A mandatory site briefing session is required for all interested parties.
Supply and delivery of stainless-steel repair clamps.
Johannesburg Water (SOC) Ltd invites bids for the supply and delivery of stainless-steel repair clamps on an 'as and when' required basis for a period of 36 months. The work will take place in Johannesburg, and attendance at a compulsory briefing session is required. Closing dates for these tenders range from 15 September 2026 to 30 September 2026.
Environmental Services for Water Reticulation Upgrade.
Transnet National Ports Authority requires environmental services for upgrading the water reticulation system at the Port of Richards Bay. The project involves replacing an old asbestos pipeline with a new HDPE pipe over 29 months. Key tasks include Environmental Control Officer services, ecological search and rescue, water quality monitoring, and environmental reporting to ensure compliance with environmental authorizations and management programs during construction.
Fire Protection Systems Maintenance at Transnet Port Terminals
Transnet Port Terminals Richards Bay seeks a service provider for maintaining and servicing fire protection systems, including fire alarms, deluge systems, sprinkler systems, and fire main lines, over four months. The work includes inspections, repairs, system programming, and pipe fabrication. A compulsory site visit is on 28 July 2025. The tender closes on 4 August 2026.
Removal and installation of fencing at Transnet Durban.
This tender by Transnet Engineering involves removing damaged fencing and installing concrete pre-cast palisade fencing at the Rotating Machines and Electrical Locomotives Depots in Umbilo, Durban. The scope includes demolishing damaged structures, disposing of rubble, and installing new heavy-duty fencing and automated gates. Key deliverables include structural repairs, gate automation, and site commissioning over a 3-month period. Bidders must provide a detailed project schedule and methodology. A compulsory site briefing is scheduled for 28 July 2026, with the tender closing on 06 August 2026.