Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
10 Mahatma Gandhi Road - - Durban -
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
29 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157568
TRANSNET soc ltd invites bids for the cleaning of tanks and bilges for its dredging services fleet (ilembe, isandlwana, italeni, mohoma) on an 'as and when required' basis at the port of durban. The contract spans three years and targets suppliers capable of delivering cost-effective, high-quality, and compliant services aligned with transnet’s operational and environmental standards.
Submit bids electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/). Steps: 1) Register or sign in; 2) View advertised tenders; 3) Log intent to bid; 4) Upload bid documents (max 30MB per upload, multiple uploads allowed). All pricing must be completed in the eSupplier portal (no paper pricing accepted). Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. Late submissions are not accepted. Each company must use its own registered profile. Joint ventures may submit via one party’s profile. All returnable documents (Section 5) must be signed, stamped, dated, and uploaded. Failure to attend the compulsory briefing (08 June 2026) disqualifies the bid. Disqualification risks: submitting via another company’s profile, late submission, or incomplete returnable documents.
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"general": [
"Must be a registered legal entity (company, close corporation, or enterprise).",
"Must attend the compulsory briefing session (virtual) on 08 June 2026.",
"Must submit all required returnable documents by the closing date.",
"Must comply with South African laws and regulations, including Employment Equity Act.",
"Must not have any tax liabilities (or have arrangements with SARS).",
"Must not be listed on the National Treasury’s Database of Restricted Suppliers."
],
"taxCompliance": [
"Submit TCS PIN (via SARS e-filing) or CSD number.",
"Foreign bidders without a local entity are exempt from CSD registration."
],
"bbbee": [
"South African bidders must provide a valid B-BBEE Status Level Certificate or Sworn Affidavit.",
"Joint ventures must submit a consolidated B-BBEE scorecard."
],
"technical": [
"Minimum threshold of 60 points for technical/functionality evaluation.",
"Experience in similar services (cleaning tanks/bilges for marine vessels).",
"Safety and environmental compliance (OHS Act, waste disposal policies)."
],
"financial": [
"Must provide audited financial statements if requested.",
"Pricing must be competitive and market-related."
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Scope: Cleaning of tanks and bilges for Transnet’s dredging fleet (Ilembe, Isandlwana, Italeni, Mohoma) on an 'as and when required' basis at the Port of Durban for 3 years. Detailed scope in Annexure C. Service provider must: 1) Align with Transnet’s mission (teamwork, innovation, open communication). 2) Deliver cost savings, improved service, and proactive improvements. 3) Provide leading-edge technology and reliable service delivery. 4) Ensure 95% service level on quality compliance and on-time delivery (penalties apply if not met). 5) Assign a national account representative for quarterly reviews. 6) Provide a customer service phone number. 7) Submit environmental policies (waste disposal, recycling, energy conservation). Purchase orders will be placed as needed; delivery lead times and service levels must be strictly adhered to.
Pricing: Complete electronic pricing schedule in the eSupplier portal (Annexure D). Prices must be in ZAR, inclusive of VAT. Contract allows annual escalation based on Stats SA’s CPI (Headline CPI, Publication P0141). Adjustments applied annually at end of years 1 and 2. Pricing must be rate-based; quantities are estimates. Discounts must be unconditional to be considered. Deviation from pricing schedule may disqualify the bid. Transnet may negotiate market-related prices with top bidders if initial prices are non-competitive. Payment terms and bonds/guarantees not explicitly stated in the document.
Mandatory: 1) Tax Compliance: Submit SARS TCS PIN or CSD number. Each party in a JV/consortium must submit separate TCS/CSD. Apply via SARS eFiling (www.sars.gov.za). 2) CSD Registration: Self-register on National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (https://secure.csd.gov.za/). Foreign suppliers with no local entity exempt. 3) B-BBEE: Submit B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit. Consolidated certificate required for JVs. 4) Employment Equity: Comply with Employment Equity Act, including Section 53. 5) Legal/Contractual: Material deviations from standard terms may disqualify. 6) Security Clearance: Successful bidder’s personnel/subcontractors may require CONFIDENTIAL/SECRET/TOP SECRET clearance. 7) Integrity: Sign Transnet’s Supplier Integrity Pact (Annexure G) and Non-Disclosure Agreement (Annexure H). 8) Fronting: Due diligence on subcontractors to detect fronting. 9) DPIP/FPPO: Disclose any commercial relationship with Domestic Prominent Influential Persons or Foreign Prominent Public Officials.
Point Allocation
Compulsory briefing session: 08 June 2026 at 11:00 (virtual via Microsoft Teams, ~1 hour). Clarification request deadline: 17 June 2026 at 12:00. Closing date: 26 June 2026 at 14:00. Bid validity period: 180 business days from closing date. Bidders may be requested to extend validity if evaluation is not finalized.
Technical/SCM enquiries: Thoriso More, email: [email protected]. Complaints: [email protected]. Submission portal: https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/. Bidder guide: https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Teams briefing details: Meeting ID 323 397 127, Passcode wm9sf6D7, Phone +27 21 835 5059,,49540760#.
Categories
Request for Proposal
10 Mahatma Gandhi Road - - Durban -
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
RFP Provision for the Cleaning of Tanks and Bilges for Dredging Service 29 MAY 2026.pdf
Transnet SOC Ltd is inviting bids for the service provision of cleaning tanks and bilges for its dredging services fleet on an 'as and when required' basis at the Port of Durban. The contract duration is three (3) years, with a closing date of 26 June 2026. The tender is open to companies, close corporations, or enterprises that meet the specified criteria, including tax compliance, B-BBEE status, and attendance at a compulsory briefing session.
To download these documents and access AI-powered analysis, visit the main tender page.
Date & Time
Friday, 26 June 2026 - 14:00
Venue
A compulsory clarification briefing will be conducted virtually via Teams Meeting ID: 323 397 127 17
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
29 May
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
26 Jun
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Transnet is South Africa's state-owned freight transport and logistics company.
Matched by category & region
Median Estimate
R 420 750
Range
Based on 3 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.
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Address
Quayside Rd, South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
29 May 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
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