Maintenance of Railway Track in Western Region
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet is seeking proposals for the maintenance of railway track using an on-track mechanised turnout replacement machine in the Western Region. Eligible bidders must be registered with the CIDB with a grading designation of 7 CE or higher.
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Transnet Freight Rail invites tenders for the maintenance of railway tracks using a mechanised turnout replacement machine in the Western Region. The project involves replacing 13 turnouts across various depots, including Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, East London, Krugersdorp, and Kimberley. Key tasks include dismantling old turnouts, formation repairs, assembling new units, and installing them using heavy on-track tampers. The contractor must provide all necessary machinery, including self-propelled rail-bound equipment, and perform all track welding and ballast work. The contract follows an NEC3 Term Service model with a 30-day service period. All work must adhere to strict Transnet E7/1, S410, and E10 technical specifications. The project requires a high level of operational safety and quality management to ensure track integrity across diverse rural and metropolitan environments.
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 7 Civil Engineering (7CE)) — 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 Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIDB grading of 7 CE or higher
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (Workmen Compensation Fund)
- Proof of ownership for required machinery
- Proof of insurance coverage per NEC3 requirements
Contact & how to apply
Name: ESTELLE VAN WYK
Email: estelle.vanwyk@transnet.net
Phone: 021-940-1901
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Submissions should be uploaded at least one day before the closing date. Emailed, faxed, or physical submissions will not be accepted.
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