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SAFCOL Tender: Roundlog Transport Panel for 3-Year Contract

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The South African Forestry Company Limited (SAFCOL), a Schedule 2 major public entity, has published an open tender for the appointment of a panel of service providers to deliver roundlog transport services across its plantations in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal.

Scope and Geographical Coverage

The appointed panel members will provide inbound roundlog transport services on a project basis, covering short-haul, direct-to-mill, and long-haul transport modes, with or without backhaul. Operations span all SAFCOL plantations to internal sawmills, with key areas including:

  • Limpopo: Makhado (Entabeni) and Tzaneen (Woodbush)
  • Mpumalanga & KZN: Sabie & Graskop, Nelspruit, Sudwala, Highveld, and Vryheid (Ngome)

Estimated annual volumes include 100,000m³ for Timbadola Sawmill, 50,000m³ for envisaged mill delivery, and 70,000 tons for Sappi. These volumes are not guaranteed and will vary based on operational requirements.

Mandatory Requirements

To qualify, bidders must submit:

  • Public Liability Cover with a Spread of Fire (Forestry and Plantation) minimum of R5 million
  • Valid Letter of Good Standing with the Compensation Commissioner (COIDA)
  • CSD registration summary report
  • Certified CIPC registration documents and share certificates
  • Completed SBD 1, SBD 3.1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms

Functionality Evaluation Criteria

Bidders must score a minimum of 70 points out of 100 to be considered for the panel:

  • Company Experience (20 points): 7+ years’ experience with contactable reference letters
  • Management Experience (10 points): Project leader’s relevant experience
  • Past Experience/Capability (20 points): Proof of delivering ≥50,000 tons or m³
  • Loading Equipment (15 points): Three or more three-wheel loggers
  • Truck Fleet (25 points): Six or more rigid logger trucks with trailers
  • Physical Verification (10 points): Equipment condition assessment

Compulsory Briefing Session

A compulsory briefing session will be held on:

  • Date: Wednesday, 09 September 2026
  • Time: 11:00 – 12:30
  • Venue: Microsoft Teams (link provided in tender document)

Failure to attend will lead to disqualification.

Submission and Key Dates

  • Closing Date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 12:00
  • Submission: Hand-delivered or couriered to SAFCOL Nelspruit Office, ABSA Square, 3rd Floor, Reception, 20 Paul Kruger Street
  • Validity Period: 90 days from closing date
  • Bid Documents: No charge

Special Conditions and Enterprise Development

  • Diesel price adjustments linked to Department of Energy’s published prices (fuel portion at 30% cost contribution)
  • Preference for emerging subcontractors, particularly approved land claimants
  • Enterprise development mentorship through skills transfer and financial assistance
  • Bidders’ own terms and conditions are not acceptable

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Contact Details

  • SCM Enquiries: Lungile Moeketsi – tenders@safcol.co.za / 012-436-6300
  • Technical Enquiries: Tshepo Mokgwadi

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