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.
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Corner N14 & Ventersdorp Road (R24) - Tarlton - Tarlton Depot - 1791
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
25 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-171704
TRANSNET pipelines requires the once-off calibration of two anton paar dma 35 density meters and one anton paar dma 4500 m density meter for the talton workshop. Bidders must submit pricing exclusively on the TRANSNET online system-generated pricing schedule and provide a datasheet confirming compliance with the scope of work. The bid is evaluated on price (80 points) and b-bbee level (20 points), with only level 1 or 2 contributors earning the full 20 points. The closing deadline is 29 september 2026 at 16:00, and all submissions must be uploaded electronically via the TRANSNET digital procurement system.
Closing: 29 September 2026 at 16:00; submit electronically only via the Transnet Digital Procurement System (TDPS) eSupplier Portal (https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/advertisedTenders). Late submissions are disqualified.
Pricing: Must be captured on the Transnet Online System-Generated Pricing Schedule only; any other pricing format disqualifies the bid. The schedule is under the "Pricing Schedule" tab on the TDPS portal.
Mandatory returnable: Transnet Online System-Generated Pricing Schedule. Essential returnables: SBD 1 Form, RFQ Declaration and Breach of Law Form, Protection of Personal Information form, and Datasheet of items quoted fully complying with the TPL Scope of Work (Annexure A). Missing mandatory documents disqualify; missing essential documents may disqualify.
Evaluation: 80/20 split — Price 80 points, B-BBEE 20 points. Only B-BBEE Level 1 or 2 contributors earn 20 points; levels 3–8 earn 0. Provide a valid B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit, or CIPC certificate (consolidated scorecard accepted for JVs).
Tax compliance: Provide a SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or printed TCS certificate; if no TCS, provide a CSD number. Consortia/JVs/subcontractors must each submit separate TCS/CSD. Failure may invalidate the bid.
Clarifications: Submit by 28 September 2026 at 11:00 via the system or to Lakheni Sakwe ([email protected], 031 361 1361).
Validity: Bid must remain valid for 180 business days from closing; Transnet may request extension on the same terms.
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Date & Time
Tuesday, 29 September 2026 - 16:00
Venue
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Categories
Request for Quotation
Corner N14 & Ventersdorp Road (R24) - Tarlton - Tarlton Depot - 1791
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Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)25 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
05 Oct
2026
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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.
PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf
Transnet Pipelines requires once-off calibration of two Anton Paar DMA 35 density meters and one Anton Paar DMA 4500 M density meter at Talton Workshop. Bidders must submit through the Transnet Digital Procurement System by 29 September 2026 at 16:00.
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Closing date: 29 September 2026 at 16:00 PM.
Clarification deadline: 28 September 2026 at 11:00 AM (submit via the system or to Lakheni Sakwe by email).
No briefing or site visit is stated.
Contact Information
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Enquiries (bidding procedure and technical):
Submission: electronic only via the Transnet Digital Procurement System (TDPS) eSupplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/advertisedTenders.
Submission Guidelines
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Submission method: electronic upload only via the Transnet Digital Procurement System (TDPS) eSupplier Portal at https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/advertisedTenders. Use Google Chrome. Register or sign in, toggle "Log an Intent", then upload bid documents against this RFQ. Uploads are limited to 30 MB per upload; multiple uploads are permitted. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues; Transnet is not liable for upload failures. Late submissions are disqualified.
Returnable documents:
Failure to submit mandatory documents disqualifies the quotation; failure to submit essential documents may disqualify. Missing B-BBEE evidence scores zero for that specific goal.
Transnet may reject non-conforming proposals, cancel the bid, split or partially award the contract, and will not reimburse preparation costs.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation split: Price 80 points, B-BBEE 20 points (80/20 system).
B-BBEE specific goals:
Evidence for B-BBEE points: valid B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit, or B-BBEE CIPC certificate (for joint ventures, a consolidated scorecard is accepted) per DTIC guidelines.
Pricing must be captured on the Transnet Online System-Generated Pricing Schedule only; any other format disqualifies the bid.
Bid validity: 180 business days from closing date. Bidders may be asked to extend validity on the same terms if evaluation is not finalised. Once adjudication is approved, the successful bidder's bid remains valid until a final contract is concluded.
Technical Specifications
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Scope: once-off calibration of two (2) Anton Paar DMA 35 density meters and one (1) Anton Paar DMA 4500 M density meter for Talton Workshop.
Bidders must provide a datasheet of items quoted fully complying with the TPL Scope of Work (Annexure A).
Lead time from date of request must be stated (in days or weeks).
Pricing Schedule
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be submitted on the Transnet Online System-Generated Pricing Schedule only; no other format accepted. The schedule is located under the "Pricing Schedule" tab on the TDPS portal. Lead time from date of request must be stated (days/weeks).
Financial Requirements
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be submitted on the Transnet Online System-Generated Pricing Schedule only; no other format is accepted. The schedule is accessed under the "Pricing Schedule" tab when submitting tender documents on the TDPS portal.
No bid security, guarantee, retention, or payment terms are stated.
Transnet may request audited financial statements for due diligence purposes.
Compliance Requirements
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Tax compliance:
B-bbee:
Other:
No CIDB grading, CIPC registration, or local content requirements are stated.
Contractual Terms
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Bid validity: 180 business days from closing date; may be extended on same terms if evaluation is not finalised. Successful bidder's bid remains valid until final contract concluded.
Transnet may disclose contract information (company name, goods/services, value, duration) in compliance with JSE Debt Listing Requirements.
Transnet will not transact with any respondent without considering governance protocols, determining DPIP/FPPO status, and conducting risk assessment and due diligence. Respondents must disclose any commercial relationship with a DPIP or FPPO; Transnet annually publishes a list of such contracts.
Transnet may cancel the contract and request National Treasury to place the respondent on the Database of Restricted Suppliers for up to 10 years if a contract was awarded on incorrect information.
Special Conditions
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Transnet reserves the right to: modify the RFQ's goods and request re-bids; reject non-conforming proposals; disqualify late submissions; award at any time after closing; award for only a portion of the goods; split the award between more than one supplier; cancel the bid process; validate any information submitted; request audited financial statements for due diligence; not accept changes to bid rates after closing; cancel the contract and request National Treasury to place the respondent on the Database of Restricted Suppliers for up to 10 years for incorrect information; award to the next ranked bidder if the preferred bidder fails to sign or commence the contract. Transnet will not reimburse any respondent for preparatory costs.
Section
Source: PPA-127595 - CALIBRATION OF 2X DMA 35 ANTON PAAR.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation split: Price 80 points, B-BBEE 20 points (80/20 system). B-BBEE Level 1 or 2 contributor scores 20 points; non-compliant contributor (levels 3-8) scores 0. Evidence required: B-BBEE certificate, sworn affidavit, or B-BBEE CIPC certificate (for JV, consolidated scorecard accepted) per DTIC guidelines.
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Address
Level 200, Carlton Centre, 150 Commissioner St, Cbd, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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