The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under reference number 10367131 for the supply and delivery of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms for operational staff at Shosholoza Meyl, PRASA’s long-distance passenger rail service. The procurement supports frontline safety, brand consistency, and service readiness across Gauteng operations. Submissions must be hand-delivered in hard copy by 10:00 on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to the PRASA offices in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
This is a time-sensitive opportunity with a narrow response window—suppliers are urged to act promptly and ensure full compliance.
Scope of Supply: Integrated PPE and Uniform Kit
The successful supplier will deliver a complete kit comprising:
- High-visibility safety vests (Class 2, SANS-compliant)
- Fire-resistant overalls for onboard and depot personnel
- Safety boots meeting SABS ISO 20345 standards
- Hard hats, gloves, ear protection, and eye shields
- Branded work shirts, trousers, and cold-weather jackets featuring PRASA/Shosholoza Meyl insignia
All items must be new, unused, and compliant with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and SANS/SABS specifications.
Mandatory Documentation and Compliance Requirements
To be considered, bidders must submit:
- A completed pricing schedule with unit price, VAT (15%), and total per item
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN or clearance certificate
- Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- B-BBEE Certificate or sworn affidavit (required to claim preference points)
- Completed Standard Bidding Documents: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim)
- Product certifications (e.g., SABS test reports, fire resistance certificates)
All documents must be signed, stamped (if applicable), and submitted in a sealed envelope.
Evaluation Criteria: 80/20 Preferential Procurement System
Quotations will be scored using the 80/20 system:
- 80 points: Price (lowest compliant quote = 80; others scored proportionally)
- 20 points: Specific Goals, including Black, women, youth, disability, and military veteran ownership
Only complete, responsive, and compliant submissions will be scored. Preference claims must be substantiated with documentation.
Submission Guidelines and Key Deadlines
- Closing Date & Time: 28 January 2026 at 10:00
- Submission Address:
Tender Room Window, Ground Floor
Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Cnr Leyds and Simmonds Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2001 - Format: Sealed envelope clearly marked with “RFQ 10367131 – PPE/Uniform Supply”
- No email, fax, courier, or postal submissions will be accepted—hand delivery only
- Late submissions will be disqualified
Bid validity must be 90 days from the closing date.
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Access Tender Documents and Contact Information
Download the official RFQ package:
For inquiries:
- Contact: Mr. Cry Monene
- Email: cry.monene@prasa.com
- Phone: 011 013 0110
All questions must be submitted in writing. PRASA reserves the right to cancel the RFQ or award no contract.
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