Fall Protection Study at Port of Richards Bay
Transnet
In plain English
A service provider is needed to conduct a fall protection study and develop a fall protection plan for buildings at the Port of Richards Bay. No specific eligibility criteria such as CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB, or PSIRA are stated.
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Transnet National Ports Authority invites service providers to conduct a fall protection study and develop a comprehensive fall protection plan for nine buildings and structures at the Port of Richards Bay. The project involves classifying fall-from-height risks, performing engineering assessments, and updating the existing Buildings and Structures Register. The work will take place at the Bayvue and Newark precincts. The project is a once-off appointment. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing on 10 November 2026 at 11:00. The closing date for submissions is 17 November 2026 at 12:00. The successful bidder must operate within a live port environment, adhering to strict safety, security, and permit-to-work systems while managing environmental constraints like marine corrosion and high winds.
What you need to qualify
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the Transnet eSupplier portal
- Attendance at the compulsory site briefing
- Valid Fall Protection Planner certificate (IWH or equivalent)
- Valid SACPCMP registration (CHSO, CHSA, or Pr. CHSA)
- Valid ECSA registration (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sinethemba Hadebe
Email: Sinethemba.Hadebe@transnet.net
Phone: 0359054219
How to apply: Submit bids electronically via the Transnet eSupplier portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Register on the portal, log an intent to bid, and upload all required documents. Ensure submissions are completed at least one day before the closing date to avoid technical issues.
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