Mobile crane hire services for ship repair at port of cape town (3-Year contract)

Technical Enquiries: Xolani Mdluli, Email: [email protected]. Bidding Procedure Enquiries: Apelele Tyali, Email: [email protected]. Submission Portal: https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Site Visit Address: Ship Repair, Transnet National Ports Authority, Port of Cape Town, Duncan Road, Ship Society, Foreshore, 8001. Employer’s Agent: Xolani Mdluli, Address: Transnet National Ports Authority, Commissioner Street, Carlton Centre Building, Johannesburg, 2000.

Submit via Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Steps: 1) Register or sign in; 2) Toggle 'Log an Intent' button; 3) Upload bid documents against the tender. Upload at least 1 day before closing (22 June 2026, 12:00 noon) to avoid technical issues. Max 30MB per upload, multiple uploads allowed. Late submissions rejected. No telephonic, fax, or email submissions accepted. Required returnables: T2.2-01a (Valid LME Certificate from DEL), T2.2-01b (Proof of mobile crane ownership/hire for 3x35-ton, 3x80-ton per site, 1x180-ton, 1x220-ton), completed Form of Offer and Acceptance + Price List (Excl. VAT). Disqualification risks: Missing mandatory documents, invalid LME certificate, late submission, or non-compliance with PPE/safety rules during site visit (safety shoes, goggles, long-sleeve shirts, high-visibility vests, hard hats; no firearms).

Evaluation occurs in three stages: 1) Eligibility: Valid LME Certificate (verified with DEL), proof of crane availability (owned/hired), completed/signed Form of Offer + Price List. 2) Functionality (100 points, min 60 to advance): Key Personnel, Experience & Qualifications (25), Company Previous Experience (31), Proximity of Location (30), Health & Safety (14). Scoring: 0, 20, 40, 60, 80, 100 per criterion, averaged across ≥3 evaluators. 3) Price (80/90) + B-BBEE (20/10): 80/20 system for values ≤R50M, 90/10 for >R50M. Preference points: B-BBEE Level 1/2 (4/2 points), EME/QSE 51%+ Black Owned (16/8 points). Disqualification: Failure to meet eligibility, invalid/expired certificates, late submission, non-responsive bids, or non-compliance with health/safety. Objective criteria may override highest score (e.g., poor past performance, probity risks).

Scope: Provide mobile crane hire services for ship repair at Port of Cape Town on an 'as and when' basis for 3 years. Required Equipment: Minimum 3x 35-ton mobile cranes, 3x 80-ton mobile cranes per site (3 sites total), 1x 180-ton mobile crane, 1x 220-ton mobile crane (for any of the 3 sites). Proof of ownership (license disc/certificate per e-Natis) or hire agreement (signed letter of intent + proof of ownership from crane company) required. Key Personnel: 1x Supervisor (Qualified Rigger, 7-8 years exp, Trade Test), 1x Semi-Skilled Rigger (1 year exp), 3x Crane Drivers per site for 35-ton cranes, 3x Crane Drivers per site for 80-ton cranes, 1x Crane Driver for 180-ton crane, 1x Crane Driver for 220-ton crane. All drivers must be SAQA Qual ID 242982 certified (or equivalent) with ≥3 years experience. Certificates must be valid for 6 months post-closing and certified by Commissioner of Oaths. PPE Requirements for Site Visit: Safety shoes, goggles, long-sleeve shirts, high-visibility vests, hard hats. No firearms allowed on Transnet premises. Breathalyser testing required for entry.

Pricing: Submit completed Form of Offer and Acceptance + Price List (Excl. VAT). Total Excl. VAT must match Form of Offer. No alternative offers considered. Payment Terms: Not specified. Bonds/Guarantees: Not specified. Financial Capacity: Submit 3 years audited financial statements (T2.2-22). Insurance: Provide proof of insurance (T2.2-21). Tender Validity: 12 weeks from closing date (extendable at Transnet’s request).

Mandatory: Valid LME Certificate from Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) (T2.2-01a, verified with DEL). Tax Compliance: Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (SARS) + TCS PIN or CSD registration (https://secure.csd.gov.za/). B-BBEE: Valid Certificate (SANAS-accredited) or Sworn Affidavit (EMEs/QSEs with ≥51% Black Ownership). Workmen’s Compensation: Letter of Good Standing (T2.2-08). Additional: CIDB SFU ANNEX G Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire, Non-Disclosure Agreement, RFP Declaration Form (T2.2-16), Breach of Law Declaration (T2.2-17), Certificate of Acquaintance (T2.2-18), Service Provider Integrity Pact (T2.2-19), Supplier Code of Conduct (T2.2-20). Joint Ventures: Each member must submit separate TCS/CSD/B-BBEE proof. Foreign Suppliers: Must confirm RSA residency/branch/permanent establishment or tax liability; if none, no SARS TCS PIN required. Not listed on Transnet’s or National Treasury’s Tender Defaulters Register.