Transport tenders in Eastern Cape
Updated 13 October 2026 · new transport tenders in Eastern Cape added daily
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Supply and installation of roadblock trailer and equipment.
The Matatiele Local Municipality seeks a contractor for the supply and installation of a roadblock trailer and equipment. The project will be evaluated using an 80/20 preference point system, focusing on price and specific preferential goals. Considerations include value for money, past experience, and service functionality. The municipality may decline an appointment based on points alone.
Maintenance of SAIAB's Research Vessels.
The National Research Foundation (NRF) SAIAB invites bids for the maintenance, repair, and technical support of two 15m aluminium research vessels, the RV Observer and RV Phakisa, at the Ports of Port Elizabeth and Durban over a five-year period. Key deliverables include scheduled maintenance, hull cleaning, engine and gearbox servicing, and hydraulic system testing. The service provider must ensure all work meets SAMSA and OEM standards. Bidders must have at least five years of experience in marine aluminium vessel maintenance and be located within 150km of the specified ports.
Provision of International Travel and Accommodation Services.
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) seeks a service provider for managing international travel and accommodation for three years, starting 1 November 2026. The scope includes air travel, private jet arrangements, car rentals, shuttle services, and hotel bookings, with 24/7 emergency support, discount rate negotiations, and visa assistance. The provider must have five years of experience and meet seniority requirements for key personnel. The project adheres to National Treasury cost containment measures, requiring a minimum functionality score of 70/100 for evaluation. The contract ends in October 2028.
Provision of travel and accommodation services.
The Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality seeks service providers for travel, accommodation, and related services for a period of three years. Interested parties must collect official documents from the Supply Chain Management offices in Queenstown. Each project has a specific closing date in September or October 2026.
Shuttle Service Provider for Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport.
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) seeks a service provider for shuttle transport services at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport for 36 months. The service includes transporting passengers between the terminal and parking areas with approximately 65 trips daily. The provider must supply two branded 10-seater vehicles, with professional and uniformed drivers available from 05:00 to 21:30, potentially extending hours. Passenger waiting times should not exceed 15 minutes. Bidders should note a discrepancy in the tender documents and seek clarification during the query period. Proven experience in similar projects over the last 10 years is required.
Supply and Delivery of Sewage Extraction Vacuum Truck
The Sarah Baartman District Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of a new 10,000L sewage extraction vacuum truck for the Sundays River Valley Local Municipality in Kirkwood. The truck must be a heavy-duty 4x2 rigid vehicle with a diesel engine, automatic transmission, and high-capacity vacuum pump. Deliverables include a fully registered and branded vehicle, a full tank of fuel, essential tools, and operator training within two weeks of delivery. The vehicle must meet specific safety and technical standards. The tender follows an 80/20 preference point system, with bids valid for 90 days from the closing date of 20 October 2026.
Supply and delivery of vehicles for O.R. Tambo Municipality.
The O.R. Tambo District Municipality seeks bids for the supply and delivery of seven vehicles, including three double cab bakkies, two single cab bakkies, and two sedans, all with a three-year full maintenance and service plan. The project is located in Mthatha and must be completed within three months of appointment. A compulsory briefing session is on 29 September 2026 at Myezo Park offices.
Panel for Learner Transport Services in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks service providers for a 36-month contract to transport approved learners to and from schools. Operators must use the Learner Transport Management System and adhere to the school calendar. Only learners are to be transported, and routes are predefined. Preference is given to operators near pickup points. Submissions are due by 26 October 2026.
Panel for learner transport services in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks to appoint a panel of service providers for transporting approved learners to and from schools across various districts in the Eastern Cape Province. The contract will run until December 2029. Mandatory briefing sessions are required for qualification, with bid submissions due by 26 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Panel for Learner Transport Services in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks service providers for learner transport services for approved students across the province. The contract, starting in the 2027/28 financial year, will run for 36 months and involves using buses, midibuses, or minibuses. Providers must follow specific routes and schedules, and cannot carry other passengers. A mobile app for route management and learner verification is required. Payments will follow a standard rate card, with preference for local operators and designated groups, including women, youth, and military veterans.
Panel for Learner Transport Services in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks a panel of service providers for learner transport services. The project involves transporting approved learners to and from schools across the Eastern Cape for 36 months, starting in the 2027/28 financial year. Providers must use buses, midibuses, or minibuses registered in their names and employ a Learner Transport Management System with a smart device for monitoring. Payment is based on a fixed rate per kilometer. Preference is given to local operators and those representing youth, women, military veterans, and people with disabilities. Clarification meetings are scheduled for October 2026.
Panel for Learner Transport Services in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks service providers for learner transport services across the province for 36 months, starting in the 2027/28 financial year. Providers must ensure safe transport using buses, midibuses, or minibuses, adhere to the shortest routes, and utilize the Learner Transport Management System and a mobile app for tracking. Vehicles must be registered to the bidder, and smart devices are required for monitoring and compliance.
Panel for learner transport services in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks service providers for transporting approved learners to and from schools across various districts in the province. The contract, lasting 36 months, requires the use of buses, midi-buses, or minibuses along designated routes. Service providers must utilize a smart handheld device with the Department’s Learner Transport Management System for route monitoring, learner verification, and payment certification. The project includes managing pickup points and learner numbers as determined by the Department of Education.
Appointment of Service Providers for Learner Transport in Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport seeks to appoint a panel of service providers for learner transport services. The project involves transporting approved students to and from schools across all districts in the Eastern Cape Province until December 2029. Compulsory briefing sessions will be held in October 2026 at various locations. The tender is divided into six regional categories: Amathole, Alfred Nzo, Chris Hani, Joe Gqabi, OR Tambo, and Sarah Baartman, and must comply with provincial transport standards.
Maintenance of Diesel-Electric Locomotives for PRASA.
PRASA invites tenders for maintenance and repair of diesel-electric locomotives in East London and Port Elizabeth over 12 months. Tasks include scheduled maintenance, unscheduled component replacements, and fault-finding call-outs. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session on 06 October 2026 at East London Station. Submissions close on 26 October 2026 at 12:00 PM. The project requires specialized technical staff and specific workshop equipment.
Supply and Delivery of TTL Fire Engine.
The O.R. Tambo District Municipality seeks an experienced service provider to supply and deliver a Turn Table Ladder (TTL) fire engine with a 56-meter working height, 270 kg capacity rescue cage, and high-capacity water monitor in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. The project must be completed within ten months, including comprehensive operational training for municipal fire staff.
Expression of Interest for Kariega Railway Sheds Usage
The Mandela Bay Development Agency seeks expressions of interest for the adaptive reuse of the Kariega Railway Sheds to support Kariega's revitalization. Proposals should include business models demonstrating economic impact, heritage preservation, and public value. Deliverables include a market assessment, commercial viability plan, and implementation strategy. A site inspection is on 16 October 2026, and submissions close on 09 November 2026. This process informs a future Request for Proposals.
RFQ for Ngqura Manganese Export Corridor Partnership
Transnet seeks a private sector partner for the Ngqura Manganese Export Corridor project to expand South Africa's manganese export capacity. The project involves developing and operating the export terminal and rail haulage, and rehabilitating and maintaining 1,100 km of rail infrastructure. Interested parties must demonstrate technical, financial, and operational expertise. The partnership will last 25 years, with the qualification stage closing on 26 February 2027.