Replacement of Electrical Panel and Cable Tray Installation.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet SOC Ltd is procuring the replacement of a long travel panel and installation of cable trays at Richards Bay. Eligible bidders must be registered with the CIDB as Electrical Contractors with a grading of 3EP or higher.
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Transnet Port Terminals Richards Bay is seeking a contractor for the replacement of the Caillard-08 long travel electrical panel and the installation of new cable trays at Berth 702. The project involves stripping old electrical components, supplying and installing new stainless steel panels and galvanized cable ladders, and performing full functional testing. The work must be completed within 9 days of project initiation. Bidders must provide a 12-month guarantee on materials and workmanship. The project requires adherence to SANS standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The tender is open to qualified electrical contractors with a CIDB grading of 3EP or higher. The closing date for submissions is 06 August 2026 at 12:00 PM.
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 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (3EP)) — 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
- Valid CIDB registration of Grade 3EP or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid ISO 9001 accreditation
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proven experience: 5 electrical projects worth R450,000+ each in last 2 years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nompumelelo Simelane
Email: Nompumelelo.Simelane@transnet.net
Phone: 035-905-3419
How to apply: Tenders must be uploaded electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Emailed, faxed, or physical submissions will not be accepted.
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