Lease of Old Lutzville Station Premises for 10 Years
Transnet
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Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) is inviting proposals for the 10-year lease of the Old Lutzville Station premises (Siding Number 101885). The project aims to develop a consolidation hub or container rail terminal to facilitate rail freight transport. The successful bidder will be responsible for infrastructure maintenance, securing rail volumes, managing contracts with Train Operating Companies, and obtaining all necessary safety and environmental permits. The site covers approximately 101,398 square meters. Interested parties must attend a non-compulsory site visit on 09 October 2026 and submit their proposals by 30 November 2026. Bidders must demonstrate financial capacity, relevant logistics experience, and a commitment to job creation and local enterprise participation.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC registration and proof of signatory authority
- Audited financial statements for the last three years
- Relevant industry certifications (PSIRA, environmental permits, Railway Safety Regulator approvals)
Contact & how to apply
Name: TRIM Sidings Secretariate
Email: TRIMSidingsAugust26@transnet.net
Phone: 011-544-9469
How to apply: Interested bidders must register on the Transnet e-Tender portal at https://www.transnet.net, log an intent to respond, and upload all required signed and stamped documentation electronically before 10:00 a.m. on 30 November 2026.
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