RFP for National Smart Metering System at Transnet Property
Transnet
In plain English
Transnet Property is procuring the supply, design, development, installation, testing, and commissioning of a national smart metering system for electricity and water. Eligibility requirements are not explicitly stated in the text.
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Transnet Property is inviting tenders for the supply, design, development, installation, testing, and commissioning of a National Smart Metering System for electricity and water. This project involves a national rollout across five regions, including the installation of over 1,100 smart meters and the development of a cloud-based IoT platform integrated with Transnet’s SAP system. The project includes a 9-month software development phase, followed by a 36-month operations and maintenance support period. The tender is governed by an NEC3 Term Service Contract. Key deliverables include site assessments, hardware installation, data dashboard development, and staff training. The tender process includes a non-compulsory clarification meeting on 22 October 2026, with a final submission deadline of 02 November 2026 at 10:00.
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.
- 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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing from Workmen Compensation Fund
- Valid electrical contractor registration or Wireman's license
- Key personnel must hold relevant professional registrations (e.g., ECSA)
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, AZ-900/AZ-220)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Peter Motodi
Email: Peter.Motodi@transnet.net
Phone: 071-331-3087
How to apply: Bidders must register and submit their proposals electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Submissions must be completed before the closing date of 02 November 2026. Late, emailed, or faxed submissions will not be accepted.
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