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TRANSNET national ports authority seeks a lessee for 4,795 m² of vacant land at the corner of duncan and vanguard roads in the port of cape town’s duncan dock precinct for a lease of up to 10 years. The premises are offered on an as-is basis for storage and laydown use, with hazardous chemicals, truck staging, fertilizers, refuelling and dust-generating minerals excluded. The successful bidder must fund all refurbishment and compliance upgrades, and will be evaluated primarily on a technical functionality score (minimum 66.67/100) covering experience, references, bank rating, business plan alignment with the port development framework, and financial viability, followed by a rental price score (80/90 points) and specific goals (20/10 points). The most critical consideration is meeting the 66.67-point technical threshold, without which the rental offer will not be evaluated.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) Using google chrome. File requirements: maximum 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads allowed; file names must contain only alphanumeric characters. Timing: submit at least one business day before closing to avoid technical issues; late submissions will not be accepted. All returnable documents must be signed, stamped and dated on every page. Mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit disqualifies): section 4 – rental offer price. Returnable documents used for scoring (zero score if omitted): valid proof of specific goals compliance (section 9); valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (DTIC guidelines); capital expenditure plan; maintenance expenditure plan; company profile with supporting documents; business plan; reference letters; bank rating. Essential returnable documents (further opportunity given, then possible disqualification): sbd 1 form (section 1); certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents (section 6); RFP declaration and breach of law form (section 7); specific goals points claim form – sbd 6.2 (Section 9); job creation and skills development (section 10); protection of personal information (section 11); certificate of attendance of briefing session (section 12). Non-compulsory briefing session: 14 october 2026 at 10:00 via microsoft teams (meeting ID: 344 295 129 259 378, passcode: vv3r8va9). Clarification questions deadline: 22 october 2026 (submit via RFP clarification request form on the portal). Bid validity: 120 business days from closing date; extensions may be requested.
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TRANSNET national ports authority invites proposals for the lease of a 1687m² rail reserve property at duncan road, port of cape town (duncan dock precinct), for a period of up to ten years, for railway use. The property is leased on an 'as is' (voetstoots) basis, and the successful bidder must undertake all refurbishment, repairs, and capital improvements at its own cost. Bidders must pass a minimum functionality threshold of 66.67/100 points, and the rental offer is weighted at 80/90 points with specific goals at 20/10 points. The most consequential consideration is the requirement to submit a priced rental offer and achieve the minimum functionality score to progress to the final evaluation stage.
Submission method: upload bid response onto the TRANSNET e-tender submission portal at https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net (Use google chrome). - Register/log in, toggle 'log an intent', then upload documents against the tender. - Upload limit: 30mb per upload; multiple uploads permitted. Use only alphabetical/numerical characters in file names. - Submit at least a day before closing to avoid technical issues; late submissions are not accepted. - Sign and date the bottom of each page; signatory must be legally authorised (proof of authority, e.g. Company resolution, required). - All returnable documents listed in section 5 must be returned with the proposal. Returnable documents: - mandatory (disqualification if missing): section 4 – rental offer price. - Essential (opportunity to submit later, then disqualification if still missing): sbd 1 form, certificate of acquaintance with rfp/lease/applicable documents (section 6), RFP declaration and breach of law form (section 7), specific goals points claim form (section 9), job creation and skills development (section 10), protection of personal information (section 11), certificate of attendance of briefing. - Used for scoring (zero score if missing): proof of specific goals compliance (section 9), valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit, capital expenditure plan, maintenance expenditure plan, company profile, business plan, reference letters, bank rating. Disqualification risks: - late or incorrectly uploaded submission. - Missing mandatory returnable documents. - Unsigned documents or unauthorised signatory. - Collusion with other bidders. - Attempting to canvass TRANSNET officers between closing and award.
TRANSNET national ports authority invites proposals to lease 105 m² of light-industrial premises at m berth, port of cape town, duncan dock, for up to 10 years from 1 november 2026. The property is offered as-is, beneficial occupation may be negotiated, and the successful bidder must fund refurbishment, upgrades and compliance work while submitting a detailed business plan aligned to the port development framework plan. Evaluation requires a 66.67-point technical minimum and a 100-point weighted score of 80/90 for rental price and 20/10 for specific goals, with post-tender negotiations possible if the rental is not market-related.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Bidders must register, log intent, and upload documents against the tender. File size limit: 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads allowed. Use only alphanumeric characters in file names. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. Closing date: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. Late submissions will not be accepted. Returnable documents: - mandatory (disqualification if missing): section 4 – rental offer price (priced rental offer as prescribed). - Scoring documents (zero score if missing): valid proof for specific goals compliance (section 9); valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses) per section 9. - Essential (further opportunity to submit, then possible disqualification): sbd 1 form (section 1); certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents (section 6); RFP declaration and breach of law form (section 7); specific goals points claim form – sbd 6.2 (Section 9); job creation and skills development (section 10); protection of personal information (section 11); certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing (section 12). All returnable sections must be signed, stamped and dated by the authorised signatory. Joint ventures must submit a signed jv/consortium agreement with percentage split and responsibilities, or written confirmation of intent to conclude such agreement with split and responsibilities. Audited financial statements for the latest year plus two prior years (or two-year projected cashflows for new entities signed by accounting officer) and an undertaking to maintain valid b-bbee status for the lease duration are also required.
TRANSNET national ports authority invites proposals to lease 16.25 M² of vacant storage premises at elliot basin in the port of cape town for up to 10 years. The property is offered on an as-is basis for storage use, with the successful bidder responsible for all refurbishment and compliance costs. Bidders must meet a minimum technical score of 66.67/100 based on experience, references, bank rating, business plan, and financial viability, after which the rental offer (80/90 points) and b-bbee specific goals (20/10 points) determine the award. Submissions are electronic via the TRANSNET e-tender portal by 2 november 2026 at 12:00 pm, with a non-compulsory briefing on 14 october 2026.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net, Use google chrome). Process: register/sign in, log intent, upload bid documents against the tender. File requirements: max 30 mb per upload, multiple uploads allowed; file names must contain only alphanumeric characters. Deadline: bids must be uploaded by closing date and time; late submissions not accepted. TRANSNET recommends submitting at least one day early. All returnable documents must be signed, stamped and dated on each page. Mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit = disqualification): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental offer). Returnable documents used for scoring (failure to submit = zero score for that criterion): - proof of specific goals compliance (section 9). - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (per DTIC guidelines). - Capital expenditure plan. - Maintenance expenditure plan. - Company profile with supporting documents. - Business plan. - Reference letters. - Bank rating (not older than 3 months). Essential returnable documents (failure to submit = given further deadline, then possible disqualification): - sbd 1 form (invitation to bid). - Certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents (section 6). - RFP declaration and breach of law form (section 7). - Specific goals points claim form – sbd 6.2 (Section 9). - Job creation and skills development (section 10). - Protection of personal information (section 11). - Certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP (section 12). - Financial statements for past two years or projected cashflows for new entities. - Valid b-bbee status documentation. Disqualification risks: missing mandatory returnables, late submission, unsigned documents, non-compliant file names, failure to provide essential documents after extended deadline.
Leasing of 440m² premises at ocean road, port of cape town, for up to ten years, offered by TRANSNET national ports authority for workshop/storage use. The premises are leased voetstoots (as-is) and the successful bidder must fund all refurbishment, repairs and capital improvements at its own cost. Evaluation runs through seven stages with a minimum of 66.67/100 required on technical criteria, followed by final scoring of rental offer (80 or 90 points) and specific goals (20 or 10 points). The most consequential requirement is that bids are accepted only via electronic upload on the TRANSNET etenders portal by 2 november 2026 at 12:00 pm, with NO late submissions accepted.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET etenders portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). - Register on portal, log intent, upload bid documents against selected tender. - File size limit: 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads permitted. - Use only alphanumeric characters in file names. - Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues; late submissions not accepted. Mandatory returnable documents (non-submission = disqualification): - sbd 1 form (section 1) - certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement & applicable documents (section 6) - RFP declaration and breach of law form (section 7) - specific goals points claim form – sbd 6.2 (Section 9) - job creation and skills development (section 10) - protection of personal information (section 11) - certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP (section 12) returnable documents used for scoring (non-submission = zero score for criterion): - valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (per DTIC guidelines) - proof of compliance with specific goals requirements - capital expenditure plan - maintenance expenditure plan - company profile with supporting documents - business plan - reference letters - bank rating essential returnable documents (non-submission = opportunity to submit by deadline, then possible disqualification): - same as mandatory list above. All returnable sections must be signed, stamped and dated by authorised signatory.
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks a tenant to lease 1 335 m² of premises at link road in the maritime engineering precinct of the port of cape town for up to ten years, available from 01 november 2026. The property is offered as-is (voetstoots) and was previously used for port marine activity; excluded uses include hazardous chemicals, truck staging, fertiliser storage, refuelling stations and open dust-mineral storage. The successful bidder must fund all refurbishment, repairs and capital improvements needed to make the premises fit for purpose. The single most consequential bidder consideration is the functionality threshold: bidders must score at least 66.67/100 on technical criteria (previous experience, references, bank rating, business plan, capital and maintenance plans, and financial viability) before their rental price is even evaluated, and TRANSNET may cancel the process or negotiate sequentially if the winning offer is not market-related.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Use google chrome. Maximum 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads allowed. File names must contain only alphanumeric characters. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. Late submissions will not be accepted. Closing date and time: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. All returnable documents must be signed, stamped and dated on each page by an authorised signatory (proof of authority required). Mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit = disqualification): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental offer as prescribed). Returnable documents used for scoring (failure to submit = zero score for that criterion): - valid proof of specific goals compliance (section 9). - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (per DTIC guidelines). - Capital expenditure plan. - Maintenance expenditure plan. - Company profile with supporting documents. - Business plan. - Reference letters. - Bank rating (not older than 3 months). Essential returnable documents (failure to submit = opportunity to submit by a set deadline; subsequent failure may disqualify): - section 1: sbd 1 form (invitation to bid). - Section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents. - Section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form. - Section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2). - Section 10: job creation and skills development. - Section 11: protection of personal information. - Section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing. Disqualification risks: late submission; unsigned or incomplete mandatory forms; missing priced rental offer; failure to provide csd registration or tax compliance pin; collusion or canvassing after closing date.
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks proposals to lease 204m² premises on berio road for the port of cape town for up to ten years. Suitable for property owners and commercial real estate lessors with premises in the vicinity of the port of cape town.
Returnable documents: returnable documents means all the documents, sections and annexures, as listed in the tables below. There are three types of returnable documents as indicated below and bidders are urged to ensure that these documents are returned with their bids based on the consequences of non-submission as indicated below: mandatory returnable failuretoprovideallthesemandatoryreturnabledocumentsonthe documents closing date and time of this RFP will result in a bidder’s disqualification. Returnable documents used for failure to provide all returnable documents used for purposes of scoring scoringabid,bytheclosingdateandtimeofthisbidwillnotresult in a bidder’s disqualification. However, bidders will receive an automaticscoreofzerofortheapplicableevaluationcriterion. Essential returnable documents failure to provide essential returnable documents will result in transnetaffordingbiddersafurtheropportunitytosubmitbyaset deadline. Should a bidder thereafter fail to submit the requested documents,thismayresultinabidder’sdisqualification. All returnable sections, as indicated in the header and footer of the relevant pages, must be signed, stamped and dated by the bidder., Mandatory returnable documents bidders are required to submit with their bid submissions, the following mandatory returnable documents, and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the tables below: submitted mandatory returnable documents [yes/no] section 4: rental offer price, returnable documents used for scoring in addition to the requirements of section (a) above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following returnable documents used for scoring and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted returnable documents used for scoring [yes or NO] bidder’s valid proof of evidence to claim points for compliance with specific goals’ requirements as stipulated in section 9 of this RFP valid proof of bidder’s compliance to b-bbee requirements stipulated in section 9 of this RFP (valid b-bbee certificate or sworn- affidavit as per DTIC guidelines) capital expenditure plan maintenance expenditure plan company profile and any supporting documents business plan reference letters bank rating _____________________________ ____________________________ respondent’s signature date & company stamp TRANSNET request for proposal NO: TNPA/2026/09/0012/114812/RFP of 40, essential returnable documents: over and the above the requirements of section (a) and (b) mentioned above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following essential returnable documents and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted essential returnable documents [yes/no] section 1: sbd 1 form section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, terms & conditions & applicable documents section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form section 9: specific goals points claim form section 10: job creation and skills development section 11: protection of personal information section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks a lessee for a 16.25 M² storage unit at elliot basin in the container terminal precinct, available from 01 november 2026 for a lease term of up to ten years. The premises are offered voetstoots and the successful bidder must self-fund all refurbishment, repairs, upgrades and capital improvements needed to make the space fit for purpose. Bidders must demonstrate at least two years' relevant experience, submit a comprehensive business plan aligned to the port development framework plan, and achieve a minimum 66.67/100 on technical/functionality criteria before their rental offer is evaluated. The single most consequential consideration is that TRANSNET may reject or renegotiate any bid where the rental offered is not market-related, and may cancel the tender entirely if negotiations fail.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) Using google chrome. Bidders must register, log intent, and upload documents against the tender. Multiple uploads permitted; 30 mb per upload. File names must use only alphanumeric characters. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues; late submissions not accepted. Closing: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. Mandatory returnable documents (non-submission = disqualification): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental offer as per schedule) - section 1: sbd 1 form (invitation to bid, completed and signed) scoring returnable documents (non-submission = zero score for criterion): - valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (emes/qses) for specific goals compliance (section 9) - proof of specific goals compliance per section 9 - capital expenditure plan - maintenance expenditure plan - company profile with supporting documents - business plan - reference letters - bank rating essential returnable documents (failure to submit may lead to disqualification after further opportunity): - section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents - section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form - section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2) - Section 10: job creation and skills development - section 11: protection of personal information - section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing all returnable sections must be signed, stamped and dated by the authorised signatory. Authority to sign (board resolution) must be submitted.
The port of cape town invites proposals to lease a 16.25m2 Premises at elliot basin for a period of up to ten years. This RFP targets eligible contractors and property owners in the western cape with suitable leasing capacity. NO briefing session will be held; all proposals must be submitted by 2 november 2026.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Bidders must register on the portal, log intent, and upload bid documents against the selected tender. File size limit: 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads permitted. File names may contain only alphabetical and numerical characters. All pages must be signed, dated and stamped by an authorised signatory (proof of authority such as a board resolution required). NO late submissions accepted; TRANSNET recommends submitting at least one day before closing. Three categories of returnable documents: - mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit by closing date = disqualification): section 4 – rental offer price. - Returnable documents used for scoring (failure to submit = zero score for that criterion): valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit per DTIC guidelines; proof of specific goals compliance; capital expenditure plan; maintenance expenditure plan; company profile with supporting documents; business plan; reference letters; bank rating. - Essential returnable documents (failure to submit = further opportunity to submit by deadline, then possible disqualification): sbd 1 form; certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents; RFP declaration and breach of law form; specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2); Job creation and skills development; protection of personal information; certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing.
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks a lease agreement for 1341m² of premises at ocean road, port of cape town for a maximum term of ten years. The tender focuses on rental/leasing activities with a primary evaluation criterion being the technical/functionality score of at least 66.67/100, while b-bbee status level significantly influences preference points under the specific goals claim form.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Use google chrome. Bidders must register and log intent before uploading. Multiple uploads permitted (30 mb per upload). File names must use only alphanumeric characters. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. Late submissions not accepted. Closing: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. Returnable documents — all must be completed, signed, stamped and dated on each page: mandatory (disqualification if missing): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental schedule) for scoring (zero score if missing): - valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (eme/qse) for specific goals claim - capital expenditure plan (wbs and project schedule for lease term) - maintenance expenditure plan (detailed maintenance plan for lease term) - company profile with supporting evidence of experience - business plan (market analysis, value to port, financial viability) - reference letters (minimum 2, not older than 5 years) - bank rating (a, b or c, not older than 3 months) essential (further opportunity to submit, then possible disqualification): - sbd 1 form (invitation to bid) - section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents - section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form - section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2) - Section 10: job creation and skills development - section 11: protection of personal information - section 12: certificate of attendance of briefing session disqualification risks: - late submission - missing mandatory returnable documents - unsigned or unstamped pages - non-compliance with tax or csd requirements - collusion or canvassing - false declarations
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks proposals to lease 7,442m² of premises at southeast and springbock quay in elliot basin, port of cape town, for up to ten years. Suitable for property investors, commercial landlords, and real estate firms with experience in industrial or port-related leasing.
Returnable documents: returnable documents means all the documents, sections and annexures, as listed in the tables below. There are three types of returnable documents as indicated below and bidders are urged to ensure that these documents are returned with their bids based on the consequences of non-submission as indicated below: mandatory returnable failuretoprovideallthesemandatoryreturnabledocumentsonthe documents closing date and time of this RFP will result in a bidder’s disqualification. Returnable documents used for failure to provide all returnable documents used for purposes of scoring scoringabid,bytheclosingdateandtimeofthisbidwillnotresult in a bidder’s disqualification. However, bidders will receive an automaticscoreofzerofortheapplicableevaluationcriterion. Essential returnable documents failure to provide essential returnable documents will result in transnetaffordingbiddersafurtheropportunitytosubmitbyaset deadline. Should a bidder thereafter fail to submit the requested documents,thismayresultinabidder’sdisqualification. All returnable sections, as indicated in the header and footer of the relevant pages, must be signed, stamped and dated by the bidder., Mandatory returnable documents bidders are required to submit with their bid submissions, the following mandatory returnable documents, and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the tables below: submitted mandatory returnable documents [yes/no] section 4: rental offer price, returnable documents used for scoring in addition to the requirements of section (a) above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following returnable documents used for scoring and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted returnable documents used for scoring [yes or NO] bidder’s valid proof of evidence to claim points for compliance with specific goals’ requirements as stipulated in section 9 of this RFP valid proof of bidder’s compliance to b-bbee requirements stipulated in section 9 of this RFP (valid b-bbee certificate or sworn- affidavit as per DTIC guidelines) capital expenditure plan maintenance expenditure plan company profile and any supporting documents business plan reference letters bank rating _____________________________ ____________________________ respondent’s signature date & company stamp TRANSNET request for proposal NO: TNPA/2026/09/0012/114793/RFP of 40, essential returnable documents: over and the above the requirements of section (a) and (b) mentioned above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following essential returnable documents and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted essential returnable documents [yes/no] section 1: sbd 1 form section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, terms & conditions & applicable documents section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form section 9: specific goals points claim form section 10: job creation and skills development section 11: protection of personal information section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP
TRANSNET national ports authority is procuring a lease agreement for 198.9m² Of vacant premises at alkmaar road, port of cape town, for a term of up to ten years. Bidders must propose a refurbished maritime engineering facility while meeting stringent technical, financial, and social equity requirements. The decisive factor for winning is achieving a minimum 66.67/100 score on the technical/functionality criteria alongside comprehensive documentation.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Bidders must register on the portal, log intent, and upload bid documents against the selected tender. File size limit: 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads permitted. File names must use only alphanumeric characters. All pages of the submission must be signed, dated and stamped by an authorised signatory. Closing date and time: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. Late submissions will not be accepted. Mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit results in disqualification): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental schedule). Returnable documents used for scoring (missing items score zero for that criterion): - valid proof of specific goals compliance (sbd 6.2). - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (per DTIC guidelines). - Capital expenditure plan. - Maintenance expenditure plan. - Company profile with supporting evidence. - Business plan. - Reference letters (minimum two, not older than 5 years). - Bank rating (a, b or c) not older than 3 months. Essential returnable documents (failure to submit may lead to disqualification after a further opportunity): - section 1: sbd 1 form (invitation to bid). - Section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents. - Section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form. - Section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2). - Section 10: job creation and skills development. - Section 11: protection of personal information. - Section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing. Disqualification risks: - submission after closing time. - Missing any mandatory returnable document. - Unsigned or unstamped pages. - Non-compliance with file naming or upload requirements.
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks a lessee for a 32.5 M² storage premises at elliot basin in the port of cape town for up to 10 years. The property is offered as-is (voetstoots) and the lessee must undertake all refurbishment, repairs and compliance at own cost. Bidders must achieve a minimum 66.67/100 on technical functionality criteria covering experience, references, bank rating, business plan alignment with the port development framework, market analysis, value to port operations, capital and maintenance plans, and financial viability; the highest weighted score combines rental offer (80 or 90 points) and b-bbee specific goals (20 or 10 points), with post-tender negotiation possible if the top offer is not market-related.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Closing date and time: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. File requirements: maximum 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads allowed; file names must use only alphanumeric characters. Signing: every returnable section must be signed, stamped and dated by the authorised signatory. Mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit disqualifies the bid): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental offer). Returnable documents used for scoring (omission scores zero for the criterion): - valid proof of specific goals compliance (b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit per DTIC guidelines). - Capital expenditure plan. - Maintenance expenditure plan. - Company profile with supporting documents. - Business plan. - Reference letters. - Bank rating. Essential returnable documents (late submission allowed by set deadline; subsequent failure may disqualify): - section 1: sbd 1 form (invitation to bid). - Section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents. - Section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form. - Section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2). - Section 10: job creation and skills development. - Section 11: protection of personal information. - Section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing. Disqualification risks: - late submission (system timestamp after closing time). - Missing any mandatory returnable document. - Unsigned or unstamped returnable sections. - File corruption due to non-alphanumeric file names. - Failure to extend bid validity when requested before expiry.
TRANSNET national ports authority is issuing a request for proposal to lease 192m² of premises at alkmaar road, port of cape town for up to ten years. The property is currently occupied for storage/laydown use and must be refurbished, repaired, and upgraded at the bidder's own cost. The primary bidder consideration is achieving a minimum of 66.67/100 on the functional/technical criteria while demonstrating at least two years of relevant experience, providing recent reference letters, a current bank rating, and valid b-bbee status.
Submission method: electronic upload to TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Use google chrome. Maximum 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads allowed. File names may contain only alphanumeric characters. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. Late submissions are not accepted. Closing date and time: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. Returnable documents (all must be signed, stamped and dated on each page): - mandatory (failure to submit = disqualification): section 4 – rental offer price schedule. - Scoring returnables (zero score if omitted): valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit; capital expenditure plan; maintenance expenditure plan; company profile with supporting documents; business plan; reference letters; bank rating. - Essential (further opportunity to submit, then possible disqualification): sbd 1 form (invitation to bid); section 6 – certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents; section 7 – RFP declaration and breach of law form; section 9 – specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2); Section 10 – job creation and skills development; section 11 – protection of personal information; section 12 – certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing. Disqualification risks: late submission; unsigned or incomplete mandatory returnables; failure to provide a priced rental offer; non-compliance with tax or csd requirements.
The TRANSNET national ports authority seeks proposals to lease a 2,499.9 M2 workshop premises at marine drive, port of cape town, on an as‑is basis for a term of up to ten years, available from 1 november 2026. Bidders must submit an electronic rental offer via the TRANSNET e‑tender portal by 2 november 2026 at 12:00 pm, accompanied by a detailed business plan, financial viability evidence and b‑bbee certification. The most consequential consideration is achieving at least 66.67 Points in the functionality/technical evaluation to proceed to price and specific goals scoring.
Submission method: electronic via TRANSNET e-tender portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net), Google chrome required file requirements: maximum 30 mb per upload, multiple uploads permitted, only alphanumeric characters in file names closing date and time: 2 november 2026 at 12:00 pm (late submissions not accepted) bid validity: 120 business days from closing date all returnable sections must be signed, stamped and dated by an authorised signatory (proof of authority required) mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit = disqualification): section 4 rental offer price returnable documents for scoring (failure to submit = zero score for criterion): valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit for specific goals compliance; capital expenditure plan; maintenance expenditure plan; company profile with supporting evidence; business plan; reference letters (minimum two, not older than five years); bank rating (rating a, b or c, not older than three months) essential returnable documents (failure to submit = opportunity to submit by deadline, then possible disqualification): sbd 1 form; certificate of acquaintance (section 6); RFP declaration and breach of law form (section 7); specific goals points claim form (section 9); job creation and skills development (section 10); protection of personal information (section 11); certificate of attendance of briefing (section 12) joint ventures: signed jv agreement stating percentage split and responsibilities, or written confirmation of intention to enter into one; consolidated b-bbee certificate required; stages 1 and 2 evaluated on majority shareholder foreign bidders without a local entity must incorporate and register a south african company to conclude the lease
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks to lease 191m² of maritime engineering premises at alkmaar road, port of cape town, for a term of up to ten years. Bidders must submit a comprehensive proposal including technical specifications, business plan, financial viability, and meet strict eligibility requirements to compete for this lease.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET etenders portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) Using google chrome. Closing: 02 november 2026 at 12:00 pm. Late submissions not accepted. Bidders must register on the portal, log intent, and upload bid documents against the tender. File size limit: 30 mb per upload; multiple uploads permitted. Use only alphanumeric characters in file names. All returnable sections must be signed, stamped and dated by the authorised signatory. Mandatory returnable documents (non-submission = disqualification): - sbd 1 form (invitation to bid) - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental schedule) returnable documents used for scoring (missing = zero score for that criterion): - valid proof for specific goals claims (sbd 6.2) - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (per DTIC guidelines) - capital expenditure plan - maintenance expenditure plan - company profile with supporting documents - business plan - reference letters - bank rating (not older than 3 months) essential returnable documents (non-submission = opportunity to submit by deadline, then possible disqualification): - section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents - section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form - section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2) - Section 10: job creation and skills development - section 11: protection of personal information - section 12: certificate of attendance of briefing session disqualification risks: - any mandatory returnable document omitted or unsigned. - Submission after closing time. - Material deviation from RFP terms. - Failure to provide tax compliance status (SARS tcs pin or csd number). - Failure to register on national treasury central supplier database (csd) before submission (foreign bidders without local entity must incorporate SA company).
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks proposals to lease 3 021.7 M² of premises at the eastern mole-tanker basin in the port of cape town for up to ten (10) years. Suitable respondents include property developers, logistics operators, and maritime service providers with CIDB grading and strong BBBEE credentials. The lease term is fixed at a maximum of ten years with NO compulsory briefing session.
Returnable documents: returnable documents means all the documents, sections and annexures, as listed in the tables below. There are three types of returnable documents as indicated below and bidders are urged to ensure that these documents are returned with their bids based on the consequences of non-submission as indicated below: mandatory returnable failuretoprovideallthesemandatoryreturnabledocumentsonthe documents closing date and time of this RFP will result in a bidder’s disqualification. Returnable documents used for failure to provide all returnable documents used for purposes of scoring scoringabid,bytheclosingdateandtimeofthisbidwillnotresult in a bidder’s disqualification. However, bidders will receive an automaticscoreofzerofortheapplicableevaluationcriterion. Essential returnable documents failure to provide essential returnable documents will result in transnetaffordingbiddersafurtheropportunitytosubmitbyaset deadline. Should a bidder thereafter fail to submit the requested documents,thismayresultinabidder’sdisqualification. All returnable sections, as indicated in the header and footer of the relevant pages, must be signed, stamped and dated by the bidder., Mandatory returnable documents bidders are required to submit with their bid submissions, the following mandatory returnable documents, and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the tables below: submitted mandatory returnable documents [yes/no] section 4: rental offer price, returnable documents used for scoring in addition to the requirements of section (a) above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following returnable documents used for scoring and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted returnable documents used for scoring [yes or NO] bidder’s valid proof of evidence to claim points for compliance with specific goals’ requirements as stipulated in section 9 of this RFP valid proof of bidder’s compliance to b-bbee requirements stipulated in section 9 of this RFP (valid b-bbee certificate or sworn- affidavit as per DTIC guidelines) capital expenditure plan maintenance expenditure plan company profile and any supporting documents business plan reference letters bank rating _____________________________ ____________________________ respondent’s signature date & company stamp TRANSNET request for proposal NO: TNPA/2026/09/0009/114790/RFP of 40, essential returnable documents: over and the above the requirements of section (a) and (b) mentioned above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following essential returnable documents and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted essential returnable documents [yes/no] section 1: sbd 1 form section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, terms & conditions & applicable documents section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form section 9: specific goals points claim form section 10: job creation and skills development section 11: protection of personal information section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks proposals to lease 240.7m² Premises on duncan road for the port of cape town for up to ten years. Suitable for commercial property landlords and real estate investors with western cape industrial or port-adjacent assets. Long-term lease arrangement with public sector tenant.
Returnable documents: returnable documents means all the documents, sections and annexures, as listed in the tables below. There are three types of returnable documents as indicated below and bidders are urged to ensure that these documents are returned with their bids based on the consequences of non-submission as indicated below: mandatory returnable failuretoprovideallthesemandatoryreturnabledocumentsonthe documents closing date and time of this RFP will result in a bidder’s disqualification. Returnable documents used for failure to provide all returnable documents used for purposes of scoring scoringabid,bytheclosingdateandtimeofthisbidwillnotresult in a bidder’s disqualification. However, bidders will receive an automaticscoreofzerofortheapplicableevaluationcriterion. Essential returnable documents failure to provide essential returnable documents will result in transnetaffordingbiddersafurtheropportunitytosubmitbyaset deadline. Should a bidder thereafter fail to submit the requested documents,thismayresultinabidder’sdisqualification. All returnable sections, as indicated in the header and footer of the relevant pages, must be signed, stamped and dated by the bidder., Mandatory returnable documents bidders are required to submit with their bid submissions, the following mandatory returnable documents, and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the tables below: submitted mandatory returnable documents [yes/no] section 4: rental offer price, returnable documents used for scoring in addition to the requirements of section (a) above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following returnable documents used for scoring and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted returnable documents used for scoring [yes or NO] bidder’s valid proof of evidence to claim points for compliance with specific goals’ requirements as stipulated in section 9 of this RFP valid proof of bidder’s compliance to b-bbee requirements stipulated in section 9 of this RFP (valid b-bbee certificate or sworn- affidavit as per DTIC guidelines) capital expenditure plan maintenance expenditure plan company profile and any supporting documents business plan reference letters bank rating _____________________________ ____________________________ respondent’s signature date & company stamp TRANSNET request for proposal NO: TNPA/2026/09/0007/114807/RFP of 40, essential returnable documents: over and the above the requirements of section (a) and (b) mentioned above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following essential returnable documents and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted essential returnable documents [yes/no] section 1: sbd 1 form section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, terms & conditions & applicable documents section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form section 9: specific goals points claim form section 10: job creation and skills development section 11: protection of personal information section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP
TRANSNET national ports authority is requesting proposals for the lease of premises measuring 156m² at bon 1 with one parking bay at the port of cape town, for a period of up to ten years. Interested parties must submit proposals in response to the request for proposal. NO briefing session is scheduled.
Returnable documents: returnable documents means all the documents, sections and annexures, as listed in the tables below. There are three types of returnable documents as indicated below and bidders are urged to ensure that these documents are returned with their bids based on the consequences of non-submission as indicated below: mandatory returnable failuretoprovideallthesemandatoryreturnabledocumentsonthe documents closing date and time of this RFP will result in a bidder’s disqualification. Returnable documents used for failure to provide all returnable documents used for purposes of scoring scoringabid,bytheclosingdateandtimeofthisbidwillnotresult in a bidder’s disqualification. However, bidders will receive an automaticscoreofzerofortheapplicableevaluationcriterion. Essential returnable documents failure to provide essential returnable documents will result in transnetaffordingbiddersafurtheropportunitytosubmitbyaset deadline. Should a bidder thereafter fail to submit the requested documents,thismayresultinabidder’sdisqualification. All returnable sections, as indicated in the header and footer of the relevant pages, must be signed, stamped and dated by the bidder., Mandatory returnable documents bidders are required to submit with their bid submissions, the following mandatory returnable documents, and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the tables below: submitted mandatory returnable documents [yes/no] section 4: rental offer price, returnable documents used for scoring in addition to the requirements of section (a) above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following returnable documents used for scoring and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted returnable documents used for scoring [yes or NO] bidder’s valid proof of evidence to claim points for compliance with specific goals’ requirements as stipulated in section 9 of this RFP valid proof of bidder’s compliance to b-bbee requirements stipulated in section 9 of this RFP (valid b-bbee certificate or sworn- affidavit as per DTIC guidelines) capital expenditure plan maintenance expenditure plan company profile and any supporting documents business plan reference letters bank rating _____________________________ ____________________________ respondent’s signature date & company stamp TRANSNET request for proposal NO: TNPA/2026/09/0004/114804/RFP of 40, essential returnable documents: over and the above the requirements of section (a) and (b) mentioned above, bidders are further required to submit with their proposals, the following essential returnable documents and also to confirm submission of these documents by so indicating [yes or NO] in the table below: submitted essential returnable documents [yes/no] section 1: sbd 1 form section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, terms & conditions & applicable documents section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form section 9: specific goals points claim form section 10: job creation and skills development section 11: protection of personal information section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP
TRANSNET national ports authority seeks a lessee for a 135.3 M² premises at coode crescent in the duncan dock precinct of the port of cape town, available from 01 november 2026 for up to ten years. The property is offered as-is (voetstoots) and was previously used as a design studio and office; the proposed use is an art gallery, though alternative uses may be considered if port-related and compliant with applicable laws. Bidders must submit a comprehensive business plan demonstrating previous experience, financial viability, capital and maintenance expenditure plans, and alignment with the port development framework plan. The single most consequential consideration is the 66.67-point minimum threshold for functionality/technical criteria—bidders who fail to score at least 66.67 Out of 100 on the business plan and experience criteria will not proceed to price evaluation, regardless of rental offer.
Submission method: electronic upload via TRANSNET e-tender submission portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net; Google chrome required). Bidders must register on the portal, log an intent to bid, and upload all documents against the selected tender. Multiple uploads permitted; 30 mb per upload; file names may contain only alphanumeric characters. All returnable pages must be signed, stamped and dated by an authorised signatory. Bid validity: 120 business days from closing date; extensions may be requested. Late submissions will not be accepted; TRANSNET accepts NO liability for bidder technical issues. Mandatory returnable documents (failure to submit = disqualification): - section 4: rental offer price (priced rental schedule). Returnable documents used for scoring (failure to submit = zero score for that criterion): - valid proof of specific goals compliance (section 9). - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (per DTIC guidelines). - Capital expenditure plan (wbs and project schedule for lease duration). - Maintenance expenditure plan (detailed maintenance plan for lease duration). - Company profile with supporting evidence of experience. - Business plan (market analysis, value to port, financial viability, etc.). - Reference letters (minimum two, not older than five years, with prescribed format). - Bank rating (not older than three months). Essential returnable documents (failure to submit = opportunity to cure by deadline, thereafter possible disqualification): - section 1: sbd 1 form (invitation to bid). - Section 6: certificate of acquaintance with RFP, lease agreement and applicable documents. - Section 7: RFP declaration and breach of law form. - Section 9: specific goals points claim form (sbd 6.2). - Section 10: job creation and skills development. - Section 11: protection of personal information. - Section 12: certificate of attendance of compulsory/non-compulsory RFP briefing.
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