Construction and Rehabilitation of Drainage at Leeubos Substation
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
3 November 2026 at 10:00 · Leeubos area, adjacent to the R502 between Orkney and Leeudoringstad in the Northwest Province
In plain English
Construction and rehabilitation of drainage infrastructure at Leeubos Electrical Substation. Eligible bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database.
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Transnet SOC Ltd invites bids for the construction and rehabilitation of drainage infrastructure at the Leeubos Electrical Substation. The site is located near the R502 between Orkney and Leeudoringstad in the Northwest Province. The contractor must work carefully to ensure that ongoing railway operations are not disrupted. Key deliverables include the installation of drainage systems and the protection of existing underground services. The project is scheduled to commence on 20 January 2027, with a completion deadline of 26 February 2027. Bidders must attend a compulsory site clarification meeting on 03 November 2026 to be eligible for consideration.
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 1 Civil Engineering (1CE)) — 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.
Full requirements
- CIDB contractor grading of 1CE or higher
- Two completion certificates or references for similar work
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of registration on National Treasury CSD
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
- Proof of motor vehicle liability and SASRIA insurance
- Signed Joint Venture agreement if applicable
Contact & how to apply
Name: DINEO NOKO
Email: dineo.noko@transnet.net
Phone: 011-308-1344
How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Bidders must register on the portal, log their intent to respond, and upload all required documents at least one day before the 23 November 2026 closing date.
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