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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
130A MARSHALL STREET - POLOKWANE - POLOKWANE - 0699
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
13 Oct 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-173928
Great north transport (gnt) seeks local operators to subcontract passenger bus services in two separate areas of limpopo: capricorn 2 (up to 21 buses) and mopani 1 — giyani (up to 4 buses). Bidders must be existing operators with valid operating licences, operational presence in the relevant area, and evidence of continuous service since before 1 april 2025. The procurement uses a 90% collective / 10% independent allocation split by estimated contract value, with functionality scored out of 100 points and a minimum threshold of 70 points to qualify for allocation. The single most consequential consideration is that collective bids are ranked primarily by the number of distinct verified qualifying operators they represent, making the structure and documentation of group arrangements decisive to success.
Closing: 10 November 2026 at 11:00. Submit one original hard copy, one duplicate hard copy, and one PDF on USB in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number and area, deposited in the bid box at Great North Transport (SOC) Ltd, 130A Marshall Street, Polokwane, 0699. No electronic submissions accepted; late bids disqualified.
Mandatory functionality threshold: 70 out of 100 points. Criteria are: relevant passenger transport experience (20 points), fleet capacity and availability (25 points), fleet condition and maintenance (20 points), operational capacity and personnel (20 points), and safety and regulatory compliance (15 points). Bidders scoring below 70 are eliminated.
Existing operator requirement: bidders must demonstrate lawful public transport operations in the affected area before 1 April 2025 and current operations. For collective bids, every underlying operator must meet this test; incorporation date of a JV or holding company does not substitute for operator history.
Allocation split: 90% of estimated value to qualifying collective arrangements (ranked by number of distinct verified beneficiaries, then functionality score, then drawing of lots), 10% to independent existing local operators (ranked by functionality, then experience score, then drawing of lots). Bidders may apply in only one category.
Mandatory returnable documents (10 items): proof of legal status; valid operating licences with pre-1 April 2025 and current operation evidence; proof of residence or operating base in the relevant area; signatory authorisation resolution; signed JV/consortium/group agreement with full governance and financial details; completed compulsory bid forms and declarations; fleet schedule with vehicle documentation; signed acceptance of remuneration schedule; for collectives, member-benefit arrangements and register of underlying operators with signed consent.
Tax and registration: SARS TCS PIN or printed certificate, or CSD number if no TCS available; CSD registration required. Each party in a consortium/JV must submit separate tax compliance proof.
Disqualification risks: failure to submit any mandatory document; state employment of bidder or directors; listing on Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers; non-disclosure of all CSD-registered active companies linked to directors; previous GNT or LEDA employment without completed cooling-off period; material discrepancies between bid submission and physical vehicle/site inspection.
Vehicle and site inspection: GNT may conduct physical inspection before appointment to verify bus existence, ownership, roadworthiness, maintenance records, depot arrangements and operational personnel. Discrepancies may lead to disqualification.
Contacts: Administrative — Ms Brigitte Mokgabudi, 083 279 1061, [email protected]; Administrative — Ms Lucy Mashapa, 081 028 4133, [email protected]; Technical — Ms LK Molewa, 083 279 1041, [email protected].
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Tuesday, 10 November 2026 - 11:00
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Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)13 Oct
2026
Tender Published
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10 Nov
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)
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GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip
Great North Transport requires the subcontracting of scheduled passenger transport services to qualifying small and local operators in Capricorn 2 (Matlala, Mashashane, Bochum and Moletjie) and Mopani 1 (Giyani) in Limpopo Province. The initial operational requirement is up to 21 buses in Capricorn 2 and up to 4 buses in Mopani 1, subject to final route, timetable and operational requirements determined by GNT. Ninety per cent of the estimated value of the subcontracted services is allocated to qualifying collective arrangements and 10% to qualifying independent existing local operators.
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Great North Transport (GNT), a public passenger transport operator in Limpopo Province, seeks to subcontract passenger transport services in Capricorn 2 (Matlala, Mashashane, Bochum and Moletjie) to qualifying local operators.
Background: under its negotiated contract with the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety (DTCS), GNT must subcontract 30% of applicable contracted passenger transport services/routes to qualifying local operators per section 41(1)(b) of the National Land Transport Act, 2009 (NLTA).
Initial requirement: up to 21 buses (not the full 30% obligation; final routes, timetables and operational requirements to be determined by GNT).
Governance: subcontracted services governed by the applicable GNT-DTCS negotiated contract, route schedules, timetable schedules and remuneration schedules.
Allocation split: 90% collective / 10% independent by estimated value over common period.
Purpose: identify and appoint suitably qualified small and local public transport operators to deliver contracted passenger transport services through subcontracting.
Subcontractor obligations: safe, reliable, compliant passenger transport services per allocated routes and timetables, the GNT-DTCS contract, subcontracting agreement, SLA and regulatory requirements.
Contract period: aligned to GNT-DTCS contract duration; commencement and expiry determined by GNT; no entitlement beyond GNT's authorised period.
Area: Capricorn 2 (Matlala, Mashashane, Bochum and Moletjie), Limpopo Province.
Access to GNT facilities: subject to availability, approval and conditions; no automatic entitlement.
Important Dates
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Closing date: 10 November 2026 at 11:00
Site and vehicle inspection: GNT may conduct physical inspection of suitable bidders before final appointment (date to be determined by GNT)
Commencement of services: to be stipulated by GNT following approval, conclusion of subcontracting agreement and SLA, completion of vehicle/site inspection, verification of operating licences and vehicle compliance, and confirmation of operational readiness
Bid validity period: 90 days from closing date
Contact Information
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Administrative enquiries
Administrative enquiries
Technical enquiries
Submission address
Great North Transport (SOC) Ltd
130A Marshall Street
Polokwane
0699
Service delivery area
Capricorn 2 (Matlala, Mashashane, Bochum and Moletjie)
Limpopo Province
Note: bidders are not permitted to submit bids at GNT regional offices
Submission Guidelines
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Submission method: hard copy only
Packaging: sealed envelope clearly marked with tender number and description
Submission address:
Great North Transport (SOC) Ltd
130A Marshall Street
Polokwane
0699
Bid box location: same address above
Disqualification risks:
Returnable forms:
Language: all documentation must be in English
Bid validity: 90 days from closing date
Amended bids: must be clearly marked as amendment to original bid
Evaluation Criteria
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Evaluation stages
Stage 1 — Pre-qualification: mandatory document compliance. Only bidders meeting ALL criteria proceed to Stage 2.
Stage 2 — Functionality (technical evaluation): scored out of 100 points. Minimum qualifying score: 70/100. Bidders below 70 are eliminated.
Stage 3 — Local and Empowerment Considerations: allocation assessment based on ranking.
Functionality criteria (100 points total):
Allocation formula:
Collective ranking: by number of distinct verified qualifying operators (highest first); ties broken by higher functionality total, then witnessed drawing of lots
Independent ranking: by functionality total; ties broken by higher experience score, then witnessed drawing of lots
Restriction: bidders may apply in one allocation category only; duplicate participation across categories must be disclosed and resolved
Technical Specifications
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Procurement: subcontracting of GNT passenger transport services to local operators in Capricorn 2 (Matlala, Mashashane, Bochum and Moletjie)
Initial fleet requirement: up to 21 buses (initial operational requirement, not the full 30% subcontracting obligation)
Scope of services:
Area of operation: Capricorn 2 (Matlala, Mashashane, Bochum and Moletjie), Limpopo Province
Contract period: aligned to duration of applicable GNT-DTCS negotiated contract; commencement and expiry dates determined by GNT
Service Level Agreement performance areas:
Vehicle inspection verification (may include):
GNT rights:
No automatic entitlement to GNT facilities, specific routes, number of buses or contract value
Financial Requirements
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Pricing format: applicable remuneration schedule and contractual terms governing subcontracted services (to be accepted in writing by bidder)
Allocation basis: 90% collective / 10% independent measured by estimated contract value over common period using GNT-DTCS contract schedules
Performance security: may be required under Special Conditions of Contract (amount specified in SCC); to be furnished within 30 days of contract award notification; form: bank guarantee, irrevocable letter of credit, or cashier's/certified cheque; denominated in contract currency or acceptable freely convertible currency; discharged within 30 days after completion of performance obligations including warranty
Payment terms: governed by applicable GNT-DTCS negotiated contract and remuneration schedules
Financial arrangements for collective bids: must distinguish operating payments for buses and resources from distributable profits; management fees, deductions, distribution rights and reporting obligations must be disclosed
No bid security or guarantee percentage explicitly stated in the tender-specific terms
Bidder bears all costs of bid preparation and submission
Compliance Requirements
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Legal status: bidder must be a small business or person previously disadvantaged by unfair discrimination per section 41(1)(b) of National Land Transport Act, 2009 (NLTA)
Eligible categories:
Mandatory eligibility:
Existing operator requirement: must demonstrate lawful public transport operations in affected area before commencement of applicable GNT-DTCS contract and current operations (01 April 2025); incorporation date of JV or member company does not determine eligibility
Tax compliance:
Mandatory returnable documents (10 items):
Standard forms:
Disqualification grounds:
No B-BBEE certificate level explicitly stated; evaluation references "Local and Empowerment considerations" and "Specific goals"
No CIDB grading applicable (passenger transport services, not construction)
No local content percentage specified
No CIPC or professional body registration explicitly required beyond legal status proof
Section
Source: GNT Subcontracting 2026.zip (TENDER)Three-stage evaluation process:
Stage 1 — Pre-qualification: mandatory document compliance. All listed documents must be submitted; any omission disqualifies the bid.
Stage 2 — Functionality (technical): scored out of 100 points. Minimum threshold: 70/100. Only documentary evidence is scored.
Stage 3 — Local and Empowerment Considerations: allocation assessment for bidders meeting Stages 1 and 2.
Functionality scoring breakdown:
Allocation mechanism:
Collective requirements:
Independent requirements:
Anti-duplication: bidders may apply in one category only; cross-bid operator commitments and resource double-allocation must be disclosed
No automatic entitlement: qualification does not guarantee specific route, bus count or contract value
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Act 3 of 2000
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Act 85 of 1993
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Act 5 of 2009
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Act 93 of 1996
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