Hire of Pilot Boat for Port of Durban.
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is procuring pilot boat services for the Port of Durban on an as-and-when-required basis for 12 months. No specific bidder eligibility requirements are stated.
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Transnet SOC Ltd is inviting bids for the provision of pilot boat services at the Port of Durban. The services are required on an 'as-and-when-required' basis for a period of twelve months. The pilot boat must be between 100 and 200 gross tonnage and must be capable of operating during both day and night for incoming and outgoing vessels. The vessel must feature a safe disembarkation platform and the crew must demonstrate emergency recovery capabilities. The project is valued at approximately R50,000,000.00. The tender number is TNPA/2026/10/2365/13582/RFQ, and the closing date for submissions is 10 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
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Vessel must be 100-200 GRT with valid safety compliance documentation
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nkosinathi Sithole
Email: Nkosinathi.Sithole@transnet.net
Phone: 0313618926
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via the Transnet Digital Procurement System (TDPS) at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Bidders must register, log an intent, and upload all required documents before 12:00 on 10 November 2026.
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