Supply and Delivery of Terminals for Transnet.
Transnet
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
8 October 2026 at 11:00 · Isivivane House, 45 Crofts Road, Maydon Wharf, Durban 4001
In plain English
Transnet is procuring vehicle-mounted terminals and handheld terminals for the Maydon Wharf Terminal. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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Transnet Port Terminals invites bids for the supply and delivery of 10 Vehicle-Mounted Terminals and 15 Handheld Terminals, along with one Narrowband Bay station. The work will take place at the Maydon Wharf Terminal in Durban. This is a once-off contract. Interested parties must attend a compulsory site meeting on 08 October 2026 at Isivivane House, Durban. The tender closes on 13 October 2026. Bidders must provide detailed product data sheets to prove their equipment meets the required technical specifications. The successful bidder may need to obtain security clearance for their staff.
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.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (SARS PIN) and CSD registration
- Valid B-BBEE status documentation (Certificate, Sworn Affidavit, or CIPC certificate)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Siphesihle Mnisi
Email: Siphesihle.Mnisi@transnet.net
Phone: 0318169880
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Bidders must register a profile, log an intent to bid, and upload all required documents before the closing date.
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