Cleaning Services at Port of Port Elizabeth and Ngqura.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
1 October 2026 at 10:00 · SCM Boardroom, NRE Garage, Green Street, Port of Port Elizabeth
In plain English
Cleaning services for office, mess, and ablution facilities at the Port of Port Elizabeth and Ngqura Container Terminal. Only bidders with valid registration with a recognized Cleaners Association and a Letter of Good Standing COIDA can bid.
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Transnet Port Terminals is seeking a service provider for cleaning services at the Port of Port Elizabeth and the Ngqura Container Terminal. The contract will last for four years. The work includes daily cleaning of offices, kitchens, and bathrooms, as well as periodic deep cleaning of carpets and floors. The service provider must also handle waste disposal and assist with tea service for meetings. This project covers multiple terminal areas including the car terminal and container terminals. The tender is issued by Transnet, and the closing date for submissions is 16 October 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.
- 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
- Registered with a recognized cleaning industry association
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Public liability insurance of at least R10,000,000
- SASRIA insurance coverage of at least R10,000,000
- Proof of staff training in hygiene, sanitation, and chemical handling
- Ability to obtain security clearance
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sue-Ellen
Email: sue-elleb.nazer@transnet.net
Phone: 041-507-2091
How to apply: Interested bidders must register and submit their proposals electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must log an intent for the tender and upload all required documentation before the closing date.
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