What are the submission requirements for this tender (Ref: TNPA/2026/06/0016/114517/RFP)?

• Upload the complete bid package to the Transnet e‑Tender portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) – see Section 2.3 of the RFP for step‑by‑step instructions. • All returnable documents listed in the Proposal Form (Section 5) must be signed, stamped and dated before submission. - Mandatory returnable documents (e.g., SBD 1 form, Certificate of Acquaintance, RFP Declaration, Specific Goals Claim Form, Job Creation & Skills Development, Personal Information Protection) – failure to submit results in automatic disqualification. - Essential returnable documents (e.g., Rental Offer Price schedule, B‑BBEE compliance evidence) – if missing, Transnet may grant a deadline extension; subsequent non‑submission may lead to disqualification. • Bids must be uploaded **at least one day before the closing time** to avoid technical failures; only alphanumeric characters are allowed in file names (max 30 MB per upload). • Closing date & time: 17 July 2026, 12:00 PM. Late or incorrectly uploaded bids will be rejected. • Validity period: 120 business days from the closing date; bidders must be prepared to extend the validity if requested. • Disqualification risks: late submission, unsigned/unstamped documents, missing mandatory returnables, non‑compliance with tax, CSD or B‑BBEE requirements, or breach of the integrity/anti‑collusion clauses.

How will bids be evaluated?

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What are the technical specifications?

• **Land parcel**: 16.25 m² at Elliot Basin, Port of Cape Town, to be leased “as‑is” (voetstoots) for up to 10 years. • **Proposed use**: storage (current use). Exclusions – hazardous chemicals, fertilizer storage, truck refuelling, dust‑mineral storage, or any activity requiring special licences. • **Obligations of the successful bidder**: - Carry out any required refurbishment, repairs, upgrades or capital improvements at own cost. - Ensure the premises are fit for the intended use and comply with all applicable laws. - If beneficial occupation is sought, provide a justified business plan; the bidder bears all holding costs during this period. - Conduct a site inspection before submitting the bid; Transnet accepts no liability for failure to inspect. • **Compliance**: must adhere to all relevant South African legislation, environmental regulations and port‑specific requirements (see Annexure 2 – Draft Environmental Management Plan).

What financial requirements apply to bidders?

• **Rental offer schedule** – submit monthly rental rate (incl. VAT), escalation rate and total annual rent for each of the 5 years (see Section 4 template). • **Pricing format** – South African Rand, inclusive of VAT; use the prescribed schedule – any deviation may render the bid non‑responsive. • **Price evaluation** – highest acceptable price is used as Pmax in the scoring formula (see Evaluation Criteria). • **Escalation** – annual escalation must be clearly shown and included in the total offer. • **Bank rating** – provide a current bank rating (not older than 3 months) as part of the financial evidence. • **Validity** – bid must remain valid for 120 business days from the closing date. • **Other financial documents** – cash‑flow projections, revenue forecast and proof of financial capacity may be requested during due‑diligence.

What compliance and legal requirements must bidders meet?

• **Central Supplier Database (CSD)** – mandatory registration before bid submission; foreign bidders without a local entity are exempt but must incorporate a South African company if awarded. • **Tax compliance** – provide SARS TCS PIN or printed TCS certificate; each JV/sub‑contractor must submit its own tax compliance evidence. • **B‑BBEE** – submit a verified B‑BBEE status certificate or sworn affidavit (QSE/EME) as required. • **Employment Equity Act** – compliance with Section 53 obligations. • **Security clearance** – successful bidder and key personnel must obtain the required security clearance (Confidential/Secret/Top Secret). • **DPIP/FPPO disclosure** – disclose any relationship with Domestic Prominent Influential Persons or Foreign Prominent Public Officials (Annexure 6). • **Integrity & anti‑collusion** – no canvassing of Transnet officials; collusion leads to automatic disqualification and possible restriction from state contracts. • **Environmental commitments** – outline waste disposal, recycling and energy‑conservation measures (see Annexure 2). • **Legal review** – lease terms are subject to Transnet legal counsel approval; any post‑award changes to the rental offer are prohibited.

What are the important dates and deadlines for this tender?

• **Non‑compulsory briefing (Microsoft Teams)** – 22 June 2026, 10:00 AM. • **Clarity‑seeking questions deadline** – 06 July 2026. • **Closing date & time** – 17 July 2026, 12:00 PM. • **Bid validity period** – 120 business days from the closing date. • **Award notification** – within 10 days after the award is finalised (published on the National Treasury e‑tender portal and Transnet website).

Who should be contacted for queries about this tender?

• **Enquiries (pre‑submission)**: PORTOFCAPETOWNPROPERTYRFP@transnet.net • **Clarification request form submission**: via the Transnet e‑Tender portal before 06 July 2026. • **Post‑closing communications**: only through the same email address (PORTOFCAPETOWNPROPERTYRFP@transnet.net). • **Submission portal**: https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net (use Google Chrome).

Transnet Lease Land Elliot Basin Port of Cape Town

DocumentRequest for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdfReview complete

Description

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

The RFP seeks a lease of 16.25 m² at Elliot Basin, Port of Cape Town, for up to 10 years.
Tender documents are advertised on the National Treasury e‑tender portal and the Transnet website; they can be downloaded free of charge.
A non‑compulsory briefing will be held on 22 June 2026 (10:00 AM) via Microsoft Teams.
All bidders must monitor the e‑tender portal for addenda or clarifications before finalising their submission.

Important Dates

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

Non‑compulsory briefing (Microsoft Teams) – 22 June 2026, 10:00 AM.
Clarity‑seeking questions deadline – 06 July 2026.
Closing date & time – 17 July 2026, 12:00 PM.
Bid validity period – 120 business days from the closing date.
Award notification – within 10 days after the award is finalised (published on the National Treasury e‑tender portal and Transnet website).

Contact Information

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

Enquiries (pre‑submission): [email protected]
Clarification request form submission: via the Transnet e‑Tender portal before 06 July 2026.
Post‑closing communications: only through the same email address ([email protected]).
Submission portal: https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net (use Google Chrome).

Submission Guidelines

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

Upload the complete bid package to the Transnet e‑Tender portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) – see Section 2.3 of the RFP for step‑by‑step instructions.
All returnable documents listed in the Proposal Form (Section 5) must be signed, stamped and dated before submission.
Mandatory returnable documents (e.g., SBD 1 form, Certificate of Acquaintance, RFP Declaration, Specific Goals Claim Form, Job Creation & Skills Development, Personal Information Protection) – failure to submit results in automatic disqualification.
Essential returnable documents (e.g., Rental Offer Price schedule, B‑BBEE compliance evidence) – if missing, Transnet may grant a deadline extension; subsequent non‑submission may lead to disqualification.
Bids must be uploaded at least one day before the closing time to avoid technical failures; only alphanumeric characters are allowed in file names (max 30 MB per upload).
Closing date & time: 17 July 2026, 12:00 PM. Late or incorrectly uploaded bids will be rejected.
Validity period: 120 business days from the closing date; bidders must be prepared to extend the validity if requested.
Disqualification risks: late submission, unsigned/unstamped documents, missing mandatory returnables, non‑compliance with tax, CSD or B‑BBEE requirements, or breach of the integrity/anti‑collusion clauses.

Evaluation Criteria

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

General

Open to persons, companies, close corporations, or enterprises (local or foreign).
Foreign bidders must have a local branch, permanent establishment, or source of income in South Africa (or register a South African company if awarded).

Compliance

Must be registered on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Must have a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS (or CSD number if TCS is unavailable).
Must submit a B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs).
Must not be under any restrictions (e.g., listed on the Database of Restricted Bidders).

Experience

Minimum 2 years’ experience in the proposed use (storage).
Must provide verifiable evidence (e.g., lease agreements, licenses).

Technical Specifications

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

Land parcel: 16.25 m² at Elliot Basin, Port of Cape Town, to be leased “as‑is” (voetstoots) for up to 10 years.
Proposed use: storage (current use). Exclusions – hazardous chemicals, fertilizer storage, truck refuelling, dust‑mineral storage, or any activity requiring special licences.
Obligations of the successful bidder:
Carry out any required refurbishment, repairs, upgrades or capital improvements at own cost.
Ensure the premises are fit for the intended use and comply with all applicable laws.
If beneficial occupation is sought, provide a justified business plan; the bidder bears all holding costs during this period.
Conduct a site inspection before submitting the bid; Transnet accepts no liability for failure to inspect.
Compliance: must adhere to all relevant South African legislation, environmental regulations and port‑specific requirements (see Annexure 2 – Draft Environmental Management Plan).

Methodology

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

Transnet will follow the evaluation diagram (Stage 1 → Stage 2 → Stage 3 → Stage 4 → Stage 5 → Stage 6 → Stage 7).
Stages may be conducted in parallel at Transnet’s discretion.
Technical schedules must be linked to the methodology at activity level (concise, good or average Gantt‑style schedule).
Minimum threshold for technical/functionality (66.67 points) must be met before proceeding to final weighted scoring.

Experience & Qualifications

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience; provide company profile, reference letters (≥ 2, not older than 5 years) and bank rating (≤ 3 months old).
Demonstrate track record through previous projects, customer references and financial stability.
Provide details of key personnel qualifications and experience relevant to the proposed storage operation.
Ensure no legal incapacity, insolvency, or conflicts of interest; disclose any integrity‑pact breaches.

Pricing Schedule

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

Complete the Rental Offer Summary table (monthly rate, VAT, escalation, annual totals for Years 1‑5).
Include escalation rate and ensure total annual rent (excl. VAT) plus 15 % VAT is shown.
Prices must be quoted in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT.
Provide a cash‑flow projection for the lease term, with assumptions and mitigation measures for negative cash‑flows.
Attach a bank rating (not older than 3 months) as part of the financial evidence.

Financial Requirements

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

Rental offer schedule – submit monthly rental rate (incl. VAT), escalation rate and total annual rent for each of the 5 years (see Section 4 template).
Pricing format – South African Rand, inclusive of VAT; use the prescribed schedule – any deviation may render the bid non‑responsive.
Price evaluation – highest acceptable price is used as Pmax in the scoring formula (see Evaluation Criteria).
Escalation – annual escalation must be clearly shown and included in the total offer.
Bank rating – provide a current bank rating (not older than 3 months) as part of the financial evidence.
Validity – bid must remain valid for 120 business days from the closing date.
Other financial documents – cash‑flow projections, revenue forecast and proof of financial capacity may be requested during due‑diligence.

Compliance Requirements

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf (RFP)

Central Supplier Database (CSD) – mandatory registration before bid submission; foreign bidders without a local entity are exempt but must incorporate a South African company if awarded.
Tax compliance – provide SARS TCS PIN or printed TCS certificate; each JV/sub‑contractor must submit its own tax compliance evidence.
B‑BBEE – submit a verified B‑BBEE status certificate or sworn affidavit (QSE/EME) as required.
Employment Equity Act – compliance with Section 53 obligations.
Security clearance – successful bidder and key personnel must obtain the required security clearance (Confidential/Secret/Top Secret).
DPIP/FPPO disclosure – disclose any relationship with Domestic Prominent Influential Persons or Foreign Prominent Public Officials (Annexure 6).
Integrity & anti‑collusion – no canvassing of Transnet officials; collusion leads to automatic disqualification and possible restriction from state contracts.
Environmental commitments – outline waste disposal, recycling and energy‑conservation measures (see Annexure 2).
Legal review – lease terms are subject to Transnet legal counsel approval; any post‑award changes to the rental offer are prohibited.

Health & Safety

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

All documents must be signed and dated before submission.
Bidders must not make any changes to the RFP after the closing date.
Collusion or canvassing Transnet officials between the closing date and award will result in automatic disqualification.
Security clearance (Confidential/Secret/Top Secret) is a prerequisite for the successful bidder and its personnel.
Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and any site‑specific safety plans (to be provided after site visit) is mandatory.

Environmental

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

Annexure 2 contains the Draft Environmental Management Plan; bidders must outline waste disposal, recycling and energy‑conservation measures.
The lease is subject to compliance with all relevant environmental legislation.
No storage of hazardous chemicals, fertilizers, dust minerals or fuel‑related activities is permitted.
Bidders must provide an environmental impact statement as part of the business plan if requested during due‑diligence.

Contractual Terms

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

Contract duration: up to 10 years, renewable only by written agreement.
Termination: Transnet may terminate for non‑payment, breach of lease conditions, failure to obtain required security clearance, or material breach of the integrity pact.
Penalties: failure to sign the lease within 5 business days of award may result in a penalty and recovery of Transnet’s costs.
Post‑award obligations: the successful bidder must comply with all lease terms, applicable laws, and any conditions stipulated in the General Bid Conditions and the Draft Lease Agreement (Annexure 3).
Dispute resolution: governed by South African law; disputes to be resolved in the courts of the Republic of South Africa.

Section

Source: Request for Proposal no 2026 06 0016 114517 RFP.pdf

Stage 1 – Administrative Responsiveness: on‑time, signed submission.
Stage 2 – Substantive Responsiveness: inclusion of a priced rental offer.
Stage 3 – Technical/Functional (minimum 66.67 points): experience ≥ 2 years, reference letters, bank rating, business plan, market analysis, WBS, maintenance plan, cash‑flow.
Stage 4 – Rental Offer Price: weighted 80 or 90 points; scoring formula uses the highest acceptable price as the benchmark.
Stage 5 – Specific Goals: weighted 20 or 10 points; preference points awarded per the Specific Goals Claim Form.
Stage 6 – Objective Criteria: rotation of lessees, integrity‑pact breaches, legal capacity, solvency, conflict of interest, etc.
Stage 7 – Post‑Tender Negotiations: market‑related rental negotiations with top‑ranked bidders; possible cancellation if agreement cannot be reached.

Lease of 16.25m² Land at elliot basin, port of cape town (up to 10 years)

Lease of 16.25m² Land at elliot basin, port of cape town (up to 10 years)

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Regulatory Bodies

Typical Documents

Core procurement rules

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217

Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA)

Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)

Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)

Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)

Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

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