Transnet SOC Ltd has issued a formal Request for Quotation (TE/2026/06/2474/7615/RFQ) for the appointment of a specialized service provider to execute electrical repairs and programming. This critical maintenance initiative targets seven existing control panels for industrial ovens at the Transnet Engineering facility in Durban, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and safety within the rotating machines division.
Scope of Services
The successful bidder will be responsible for the comprehensive restoration and optimization of industrial oven control systems. Key deliverables include:
- Electrical repair and reprogramming of seven (7) existing control panels.
- Rigorous testing, calibration, and commissioning of the repaired systems.
- Ensuring all work complies with Transnet’s stringent engineering and safety standards.
- Providing necessary documentation and sign-offs upon successful commissioning.
Compulsory Site Visit and Briefing
A mandatory site visit and briefing session will be held to assess the current state of the equipment and understand site-specific safety protocols. The session is scheduled for Friday, 16 October 2026, at 10:00 at Transnet Engineering, Rotating Machines, 150 Eel Road, Umbilo Industrial, Umbilo, Durban. Strict adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) regulations is enforced: attendees must wear safety shoes, goggles, long-sleeve shirts, high-visibility vests, and hard hats. Failure to comply will result in denied entry. Additionally, all attendees must present valid identification for access control, undergo breathalyser testing, and note that firearms are strictly prohibited on Transnet premises.
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Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Bidders must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Attend the compulsory clarification meeting.
- Be registered with the CIDB in a grading designation of 3EB or higher.
- Submit a valid Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN.
- Provide a valid B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit.
- Be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
- Provide a Letter of Good Standing with the Workmen’s Compensation Fund.
Evaluation and Submission Guidelines
Quotations will be evaluated based on technical capability, compliance with specifications, and price competitiveness. Completed bid documents must be submitted in accordance with the RFQ instructions. The strict closing time for submissions is 16:00 on Friday, 06 November 2026. Late, faxed, or emailed submissions will not be accepted. For technical enquiries, contact Hlengiwe Sindane at 011-820-2049 or Hlengiwe.Sindane@transnet.net.
Document Downloads
Prospective bidders can access the complete RFQ documentation package via the official National Treasury eTender portal:
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