Supply and delivery of side frame material for 90 ton trailer to TRANSNET engineering, fabrication business, durban, for a period of 6 (six) months (as and when required)

Specific eligibility criteria are not provided in the given excerpt but typically include valid B-BBEE status, tax compliance, registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), and relevant experience in supplying heavy engineering or trailer components. Completion of the Technical Submission Questionnaire (Annexure F) is mandatory for a compliant bid.

Tender NO. TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP - annexure f - technical submission questionnaire

Suppliers must be technically qualified, capable of meeting Transnet's technical scoring requirements, and able to supply materials suitable for 90-ton trailer fabrication. Specific scoring criteria would be detailed in Annexure G.

Tender NO. TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP - annexure g - technical evaluation scoring

Tender NO. TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP - annexure g - technical evaluation scoring

• The tender involves supplying side frame material for a 90-ton trailer.
• Specific items with material numbers and 100% steel local content requirement are listed.
• Bidders must declare imported content and use SARB exchange rates if applicable.

• Issuing Authority: Transnet SOC Ltd.
• Bid Number: TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP.

• This Standard Bidding Document (SBD) must form part of all bids.
• The bid will be disqualified if the Local Content Declaration Certificate (this SBD) and Annex C (Local Content Declaration: Summary Schedule) are not submitted.
• Declaration C must be submitted with the bid documentation by the closing date and time.
• Declarations D and E must be kept by the bidder for verification for at least 5 years.
• The declaration must be signed by the Chief Financial Officer or a legally responsible person nominated in writing by the Chief Executive/Senior Manager.

• Submit the completed Local Content Declaration Certificate (this SBD).
• Submit Annex C (Local Content Declaration: Summary Schedule).
• If declaring imported content, submit proof of the SARB exchange rate used.
• The declaration must be signed by the CFO or an authorized senior manager.

Bids must meet 100% local content requirement for designated steel components; bids with imported content must declare it and use specified SARB exchange rates; failure to submit SBD 6.2 and Annex C results in disqualification; subcontracting cannot reduce local content below 100%; bidders must maintain Declarations D and E for 5 years for verification.

• The tender is for the supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer.
• The following items have a 100% steel local content requirement:

1. Mat no. 088869939: SUPPORT; TYPE: BRACE FRONT, TWK18490.
2. Mat no. 088869940: SUPPORT; TYPE: BRACE REAR, TWK18491.
3. Mat no. 011870986: BAR, METALLIC; DIMENSIONS: WD 150 X LG 13 M.
4. Mat no. 011870981: BAR, METALLIC; DIMENSIONS: WD 150 X LG 13 M.
5. Mat no. 088871259: PLATE; DNR099TPT047.

• Bidders must declare if any portion of the goods has imported content.
• If imported content is declared:

• Use the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) exchange rate published at 12:00 on the date of advertisement of the bid.
• Submit proof of the SARB exchange rate used.

• Bidders must complete Declarations D and E, then consolidate into Declaration C.
• Declaration C must be submitted with the bid; D and E kept for 5 years.
• The declaration requires bid price (excluding VAT), imported content, minimum threshold, and calculated local content percentage.

• The local content percentage must be calculated using the formula: LC = [1 - x / y]
• 100, where:

• x = imported content in Rand (ZAR).
• y = bid price in Rand excluding VAT.

• Prices for imported content must be converted to ZAR using the SARB exchange rate at 12:00 on the advertisement date.
• Declaration C requires submission of:

• Bid price excluding VAT (y).
• Imported content (x).
• Stipulated minimum threshold for local content.
• Calculated local content percentage.

• The successful bidder must continuously update Declarations C, D, and E with actual values for the contract duration.

• This is a designated sector tender where local production and content is critical.
• Compliance with the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017 (Regulation 8) is required.
• The stipulated minimum local content threshold for all listed items is 100%.
• Bidders must comply with SABS technical specification SATS 1286:2011 for local content calculation.
• A bid will be disqualified if the Local Content Declaration Certificate and Annex C are not submitted.
• The contractor may not subcontract in a manner that reduces the overall local content below the minimum threshold.
• B-BBEE is evaluated in the second stage of a potential two-stage process.

• B-BBEE is part of the evaluation in the second stage of a potential two-stage bidding process.
• The Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017 promote local production and content.
• For designated sectors, only bids meeting the minimum local content threshold are considered.
• Local content calculation follows SATS 1286:2011 formula: LC = [1 - x / y]
• Subcontracting cannot reduce local content below the stipulated threshold.

• Local content must be calculated per SATS 1286:2011.
• The bid will be disqualified if the Local Content Declaration Certificate and Annex C are not submitted.
• If challenges meeting local content thresholds arise after award, the dti must be informed for verification and directives.

• A two-stage process may apply: first stage checks local content threshold, second stage evaluates price and B-BBEE.

• Scope: Supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer.
• Designated product: Steel.
• Tender authority: Transnet Engineering.

Suppliers must provide steel materials meeting the specifications for 90-ton trailer side frames. Compliance with local content regulations is mandatory, requiring declaration of percentage of local content. Tenderers must have the capability to deliver on an 'as and when required' basis over 6 months. Valid documentation including signed Annex B is required for submission.

• Scope: Supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer.
• Designated product: Steel.
• Tender authority: Transnet Engineering.

• The tender includes a local content declaration schedule.
• Bidders must calculate and declare local content values, including:

• Total local products (goods, services, and works).
• Manpower costs.
• Factory overheads (rental, depreciation, utilities, consumables).
• Administration overheads and mark-up (marketing, insurance, financing).

• The total local content declared must correspond with Annex C, line C24.
• Note: VAT must be excluded from all calculations.

• Tender number: TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP.
• Tender description: Supply and delivery of side frame material for 90-ton trailer.
• Designated product: Steel.
• Tender authority: Transnet Engineering.
• Note: VAT must be excluded from all calculations.

• The tender includes a local content declaration schedule.
• Bidders must calculate and declare local content values, including:

• Total local products (goods, services, and works).
• Manpower costs.
• Factory overheads (rental, depreciation, utilities, consumables).
• Administration overheads and mark-up (marketing, insurance, financing).

• The total local content declared must correspond with Annex C, line C24.

• This document is Annexure D: Imported Content Declaration, a supporting schedule to Annex C.
• It is a form for declaring imported content related to the supply of steel material for a 90-ton trailer side frame.

While explicit eligibility criteria (e.g., B-BBEE level, CIDB grading) are not detailed in this excerpt, compliance is heavily implied through the mandatory completion of the detailed Imported Content Declaration (SATS 1286.2011). Tenderers must be capable of supplying the specified steel material and accurately disclosing all supply chain and cost information related to imported content and foreign payments. The tender likely requires alignment with South Africa's local content and preferential procurement policies.

• The tender requires the submission of an Imported Content Declaration (Annexure D).
• This is a supporting schedule to Annex C.
• The declaration must detail imported content for the supply of steel material for a 90-ton trailer side frame.

• VAT must be excluded from all calculations in the tender submission.
• The tender includes a detailed schedule (Annexure D) for declaring foreign currency values, exchange rates, freight, landing costs, and duties for any imported content.

• Bidders must complete an Imported Content Declaration (Annexure D).
• The declaration must follow the format and calculations specified in the schedule.
• The total declared values must correspond with the amounts stated in Annex C of the tender.

Suppliers must demonstrate 100% local content for designated steel products, provide detailed breakdown of imported vs local content, submit complete tender documentation including Annexure C, and meet Transnet's technical specifications for trailer frame materials.

• Pricing must be submitted using the provided schedule.
• VAT must be excluded from all calculations.
• Example line items include:

• Item 088869939: SUPPORT; TYPE: BRACE FRONT, TWK18490.
• Item 088869940: SUPPORT; TYPE: BRACE REAR, TWK18491.
• Item 011870986: BAR, METALLIC; DIMENSIONS: WD 150 X LG 13 M X.
• Item 011870981: BAR, METALLIC; DIMENSIONS: WD 150 X LG 13 M X THK 25 MM, MATERIAL: STEEL EN 10025-2, GRADE S 355-JR+AR, SHAPE: FLAT.
• Item 088871259: PLATE; APPLICATION: NEW 90 TON TRAILER, DNR099TPT047; DRAWING NO: DNR099TPT047.

• Local content requirement: 100% specified.
• Bidders must complete a Local Content Declaration Summary Schedule.
• The schedule includes fields for tender number, description, designated product (steel), authority, and local content percentage.
• The declaration requires calculation of local content, imported content, and total tender value (VAT excluded).
• The form must be signed by the tenderer (referencing Annex B).

• Local content requirement: 100% specified.
• Bidders must declare local content using the provided schedule.
• The schedule includes tender number, description, designated product (steel), authority, and local content percentage.
• The form requires calculation of total tender value, exempt imported content, and average local content percentage.

Supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer to Transnet Engineering in Durban, for a period of six months on an as-and-when-required basis.

Tenderers must meet 100% local content specification, provide valid local content declaration (Annexure C), submit pricing in specified currencies (Pula, EU, GBP), and comply with all technical specifications including material grades and dimensions.

The tender is for the supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer. Specific items include:

• Support brace front (drawing TWK18490).
• Support brace rear (drawing TWK18491).
• Metallic flat bar, steel grade S 355-JR+AR, dimensions 150mm width x 13m length x 25mm thickness.
• Plate for the trailer (drawing DNR099TPT047).

The document specifies a local content requirement:

• The designated product is steel.
• The specified local content percentage is 100%.
• Bidders must complete a local content declaration schedule (Annexure C).
• VAT must be excluded from all pricing calculations.

• This is a Local Content Declaration form (Annexure E), a supporting schedule to Annex C.
• It is for tender TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP: Supply and Delivery of Side Frame Material for 90 Ton Trailer to Transnet Engineering, Fabrication Business, Durban.

Suppliers must declare local content percentages for goods/services, comply with South African technical standards (SATS 1286.2011 referenced), provide detailed cost breakdowns including manpower, factory overheads, and administration costs, and submit signed documentation per Annex B requirements.

• The tender involves a designated product: STEEL.
• A Local Content Declaration (Annexure E) must be completed.
• VAT must be excluded from all calculations in the declaration.
• The declaration requires breakdowns for local products, manpower costs, factory overheads, and administration overheads.
• The total local content calculated must correspond with the value in Annex C, C24.

Transnet SOC Ltd registered office: 49th Floor, Carlton Centre, 150 Commissioner Street, Johannesburg 2001. No specific contact person, email, or phone provided.

The NDA itself does not specify product or company eligibility criteria. It establishes the legal framework for participation. To be eligible to proceed in the tender, a company must agree to these confidentiality terms. The company must act as a principal (not an agent/broker) and must have appropriate data security measures in place. Transnet reserves the right to assign the agreement within its Group.

The document is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and does not specify standard tender compliance requirements (e.g., CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC). The NDA requires the bidder to:

• Treat all Confidential Information as secret and confidential.
• Use Confidential Information only for the bid and any subsequent contract.
• Ensure proper secure storage of Information.
• Return or destroy Confidential Information within 7 days upon Transnet's written demand.
• Provide a director-signed certificate of compliance with destruction requirements.
• Comply with South Africa's privacy protection (Section 14 of the Bill of Rights).
• Maintain technical and organisational measures against unauthorised data processing.

This is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) between Transnet and the bidder. Key terms:

• Confidential Information must be kept secret and used only for the bid or subsequent contract.
• Disclosure is permitted only to Agents (directors, employees, advisers, contractors) who need to know, provided they are made aware of confidentiality duties.
• Disclosure is also permitted if required by law, with prior notification to Transnet.
• The bidder must store Information securely and keep records of its location.
• Upon Transnet's written demand, the bidder must return or destroy all Confidential Information within 7 days and provide a director-signed certificate of compliance.
• No announcements or use of Transnet's name for publicity without written consent.
• Confidentiality obligations survive bid discussions and continue for 5 years.
• Each party acts as principal and bears its own costs.
• The agreement is governed by South African law, with exclusive jurisdiction of South African courts.
• Transnet may assign the agreement to any Transnet Group member.
• No partnership, joint venture, or agency is created.

• Supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer.
• Designated product is steel material.
• Tender authority is Transnet Engineering.
• Tender exchange rate is EU GBP.
• The document includes a section for exempted imported content calculation.

Returnable Documents: The document does not specify submission guidelines, required forms, or returnables. Refer to the main tender documents for submission instructions.

Suppliers must be capable of supplying steel materials meeting Transnet's specifications. Must comply with SATS 1286.2011 procurement standards. Must provide detailed imported content declarations with supporting documentation. Must use specified exchange rates (EU GBP) for foreign currency calculations. Must demonstrate ability to deliver 'as and when required' over 6-month period.

• Supply and deliver side frame material for a 90-ton trailer.
• Designated product is steel material.
• The tender authority is Transnet Engineering.
• The tender exchange rate is EU GBP.
• The document includes detailed calculation tables for imported content declaration.

• Tender number is TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP.
• VAT must be excluded from calculations.
• Designated product is steel material.
• The tender authority is Transnet Engineering.
• The tender exchange rate is EU GBP.
• The document requires detailed declaration of imported content and foreign currency payments, including:

• Exempted imported content.
• Imported content directly by the tenderer.
• Imported content by a third party supplied to the tenderer.
• Other foreign currency payments.

• Total imported content and foreign currency payments must be declared and correspond with Annex C.

• Tender number is TE/2026/07/3046/9106/RFP.
• VAT must be excluded from calculations.
• Designated product is steel material.
• Tender authority is Transnet Engineering.
• Tender exchange rate is EU GBP.
• The document requires detailed declaration of imported content, including:

• Exempted imported content with total value.
• Imported content directly by the tenderer with total value.
• Imported content by a third party supplied to the tenderer with total value.
• Other foreign currency payments with total declared value.

• Total imported content and foreign currency payments must be calculated and correspond with Annex C.

• For reporting dishonest, fraudulent, or corrupt behaviour by Transnet employees, use the Tip-Off Anonymous hotline: 0800 003 056.
• Conflicts of interest must be disclosed in the RFX declaration form or notified to Transnet in writing.

• All bidders must read and certify in the RFX Declaration Form that they have acquainted themselves with and agree to the Integrity Pact.
• The Integrity Pact will automatically be incorporated into the final contract with the successful bidder.
• Bidders must sign and comply with the Integrity Pact to be registered as a Transnet vendor.
• Bids may be disqualified for violations of the Integrity Pact, including corrupt practices, collusion, or false statements.
• Bidders must submit bids independently without collusion or communication with competitors.

• The contract must conform to defined specifications of works, goods, and services.
• Bidders must uphold the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) in Human Rights, Labour, Environment, and Anti-Corruption.
• Bidders must have a code of conduct addressing compliance and rejecting bribes and unethical conduct, if required by Transnet.

• Competitors include those requested to bid, potentially qualified to bid, or in the same line of business.

• Transnet seeks a reasonable and competitive price conforming to specifications.
• Bidders must avoid corrupt practices to secure the contract.

• Transnet aims to obtain the contract at a reasonable and competitive price.
• Bidders must avoid under-pricing, anti-competitive practices, and corrupt activities to secure the contract.
• Penalties may include recovery of payments, encashment of bank guarantees, or fines up to 10% of contract value for violations.

• Bidders must not be listed on the National Treasury Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.
• False statements on B-BBEE status, local content, or preferential procurement requirements are grounds for restriction.
• Bidders must declare no previous serious legal transgressions (e.g., corruption, fraud) in the last five years.
• Bidders must comply with all relevant laws, ethical standards, and Transnet’s Zero Gifts Policy.
• Foreign bidders must disclose agents in South Africa; South African bidders must disclose foreign principals.

• Bidders must uphold UNGC environmental principles: precautionary approach, environmental responsibility, and environmentally friendly technologies.

• Disputes should be resolved amicably; litigation in bad faith may lead to restriction from future business.
• The Integrity Pact is governed by South African law and valid indefinitely unless cancelled.
• Violations may result in disqualification, contract cancellation, recovery of payments, or exclusion for up to 10 years.
• Bidders must report corrupt behaviour via the Tip-Off Anonymous hotline: 0800 003 056.
• Conflicts of interest must be disclosed in the RFX declaration form.
• Grounds for restriction include bid withdrawal in bad faith, contract breach, bribery, false statements, or litigation in bad faith.

• Transnet commits to fair treatment without undue advantage to any bidder.
• False statements on B-BBEE, local content, or subcontracting arrangements affect evaluation.
• Bidders must not collude regarding quality, quantity, specifications, or delivery particulars.

• Supply and delivery of side frame material for 90-ton trailer to Transnet Engineering, Fabrication Business, Durban.
• Contract period: 6 months (as and when required).
• Agreement is between Transnet SOC Ltd and the supplier.
• Goods are defined as side frame material specified in Schedule 1.
• Purchase Orders will be issued to control deliveries.

• For legal notices to Transnet: Azwitamisi Mudau, Executive Manager: Legal Services, [email protected], Attention: Legal Department.
• For commercial notices to Transnet: Transnet Engineering, Marietjie Williams, [email protected], Attention: S.M Department.
• Supplier's legal and commercial notice details are to be provided by the supplier.
• Notices can be delivered by hand or email; email notices are deemed received on date and time of receipt.

Must be registered company in South Africa; must have valid B-BBEE Verification Certificate; must comply with Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment requirements; must have tax clearance compliance; subcontractors must be approved by Transnet and cannot exceed 25% of contract value unless to Exempted Micro Enterprise with capability.

• Goods: Side frame material for 90-ton trailer, as specified in Schedule 1 (Schedule of Requirements).
• Supplier must supply goods meeting Transnet's requirements and specifications.
• Delivery is controlled via Purchase Orders issued by Transnet.
• Each Purchase Order forms an inseparable part of the agreement.
• Time is of the essence; supplier must perform within agreed timeframes, unless delayed by Transnet.
• Supplier must ensure goods comply with railway safety requirements per the National Railway Safety Regulator Act.
• Transnet reserves the right to inspect goods at any stage before final acceptance.

• Parties to meet within 2 weeks of contract signature to prepare and maintain a Risk Register.
• Quarterly contract progress meetings to review deliverables, costs, performance, and risk.
• Transnet reserves right to inspect goods at any stage; supplier must provide inspection gauges and test equipment calibrated by a Transnet-approved lab.
• Supplier must provide test pieces, samples, and labour for tests as required.
• Non-conformance reports (NCR) may be issued for goods not meeting standards; supplier must investigate and remedy within Transnet's stipulated time.

• Prices are not subject to review as per Schedule of Requirements.
• Price adjustment clauses allow Transnet to compare market prices and require supplier to match lower total delivered costs.

• Prices are not subject to review as indicated in Schedule of Requirements.
• Transnet may compare prices and require price adjustments within 30 days if a lower total delivered cost is found elsewhere.
• All prices are indicated inclusive and exclusive of VAT, payable in ZAR.
• Payment terms: Tax invoices submitted with month-end statement; payment within 30 calendar days after receipt of valid, undisputed invoice and supporting documentation.
• Transnet may withhold payments if irregular expenditure is suspected.
• Supplier retains ownership of goods until full payment is made; risk passes on delivery.

• Supplier must maintain valid B-BBEE Verification Certificate throughout the contract term.
• Supplier must submit B-BBEE status details annually at the beginning of March.
• Supplier must notify Transnet of any decrease in B-BBEE status or corporate restructure impacting B-BBEE.
• Supplier must provide underlying B-BBEE data upon request within 30 days.
• Supplier must comply with all applicable labour, environmental, and tax legislation, including Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Supplier must adhere to Transnet Supplier Integrity Pact to avoid dishonesty, fraud, and corruption.
• Supplier must not be listed on National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.

• Supplier may not subcontract more than 25% of contract value to an enterprise with a lower B-BBEE status, unless subcontracting to an Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME) with capability.
• Supplier must submit B-BBEE status details annually and notify Transnet of any decrease in status.
• Failure to maintain B-BBEE compliance may lead to termination.

• Supplier must comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and all labour legislation.
• Goods must comply with railway safety requirements per National Railway Safety Regulator Act.
• Subcontractor engagement subject to review of capability to meet railway safety requirements.
• Supplier must grant Transnet access to review safety-related activities.

• Supplier must comply with all applicable environmental legislation and have an environmental management policy.
• Products must be procured, produced, packaged, delivered, used, and disposed of in an environmentally appropriate manner.

• Dispute resolution: Negotiate within 10 business days; if unresolved, refer to Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) in Johannesburg.
• Agreement governed by South African law.
• Amendments require written agreement via Change Notice process.
• Either party may cancel without cause with 30 calendar days' notice.
• Supplier cannot cede payment rights without Transnet's prior written approval.
• Supplier is prohibited from assigning rights and obligations to perform.
• Force majeure clauses apply for events beyond reasonable control.
• Confidentiality obligations survive termination for 5 years.
• Supplier must maintain adequate insurance and provide evidence annually.
• Liability is limited to direct damages, capped at 100% of fees for the relevant schedule.

• Transnet may compare prices during the contract period and require adjustments within 30 days if similar goods are available at a lower total delivered cost.

• Contact details for submission and queries are as indicated in the Bid Documents.

• Submit your bid before the closing date and time specified in the Bid Documents. Late bids will not be considered.
• Complete all Bid Documents in their entirety using non-erasable ink.
• Deliver bids in a sealed envelope with the bid number and subject marked on the front, and your return address on the reverse side.
• Use only the official forms and formats issued by Transnet. Submissions on your own terms may be rejected.
• If more space is needed, you may submit additional information under separate cover on your company letterhead, cross-referenced in the RFX.
• All returnable documents listed in the RFX must be submitted with your bid. Failure to submit mandatory documents results in disqualification; failure to submit others may also lead to disqualification.
• If samples are required, they must be marked with your name, address, bid number, and item number, and delivered by the closing date. Failure may result in rejection.
• After the closing date, you may only communicate with the Chairperson of the Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee.
• Unauthorised communication about your bid with other bidders or Transnet officials during evaluation may lead to disqualification.

Bidders must not appear on the National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. Companies must provide full director/member/partner details. Foreign respondents must state an authorised South African representative and agree to South African jurisdiction. Bidders must comply with all mandatory bid conditions; failure to submit required documents or attend compulsory site visits/briefings results in disqualification. Bids must be in ZAR. Any deviations from contract terms must be submitted in writing for legal review, or the bid may be disqualified.

• Goods supplied must be NEW (unused, not second-hand or reconditioned) unless otherwise stipulated.
• You must tender strictly in accordance with the drawings and/or specifications supplied by Transnet, unless officially notified of amendments.
• If required, submit drawings before the closing time and date; non-receipt may disqualify your bid.
• If quoting against foreign specifications (other than British/American standards), submit translated copies with your bid. Any departures must be detailed in a covering letter; non-compliance may lead to disqualification.

• Quote prices in the Price Schedule: for local supplies (manufactured/produced/assembled in RSA or imported stocks held in SA) on a Delivered RSA named destination basis; for imported supplies on a Delivered Duty Paid (latest ICC Incoterms) basis to end destination in South Africa, unless otherwise specified.
• Prices quoted subject to confirmation will not be considered.
• Alterations to bid prices must be made by deleting incorrect figures/words and inserting correct ones, initialled by the signatory. Failure may lead to exclusion.
• For foreign currency portions, Transnet prefers Rand-based agreements and may request forward exchange cover.
• Provide details for overseas remittance if required.
• Prices for local supplies must be inclusive of VAT, shown separately on the Tax Invoice.
• For foreign services, VAT must be shown separately on the Tax Invoice for the local commission portion.
• Payment terms are as per the Terms and Conditions of Contract. Alternative payment/financing proposals may be submitted with full particulars.
• Conditional discounts: the period starts from receipt of your correct month-end statement and Tax Invoice.

• All monetary amounts must be in South African Rand (ZAR), unless specifically permitted otherwise in the RFP.
• Prices quoted subject to confirmation will not be considered.
• Any alterations to bid prices must be made by deleting incorrect figures/words and inserting correct ones, initialled by the signatory. Failure may lead to exclusion of those items.
• For local supplies (manufactured/produced/assembled in RSA or imported stocks held in SA), quote prices on a Delivered RSA named destination basis.
• For imported supplies, quote on a Delivered Duty Paid (latest ICC Incoterms) basis to end destination in South Africa, unless otherwise specified.
• Prices must be inclusive of VAT for local supplies; VAT must be shown separately on the Tax Invoice.
• For foreign services rendered, VAT must be shown separately on the Tax Invoice for the local commission portion.
• Payment terms are as per the Terms and Conditions of Contract. You may submit alternative payment/financing proposals with full particulars; these will be evaluated.
• Conditional discounts: the discount period starts from receipt of your correct month-end statement and Tax Invoice.
• Transnet prefers Rand-based agreements and may request forward exchange cover for foreign currency portions.
• If remitting overseas, Transnet may pay directly to foreign principals; provide details in the Exchange and Remittance section.
• South African Reserve Bank approval is required for foreign currency payments.
• No price adjustments will be recognised for increases arising after the agreed delivery date.
• Transnet reserves the right to request pro-forma/tax invoices for VAT compliance.

• If you are a company, state the full names of directors in your bid. If a close corporation, state members' names. If a partnership or individual trading under a trade name, furnish full names of partners or the individual.
• Foreign bidders must state the name of an authorised representative in South Africa empowered to sign contracts and act on their behalf.
• Foreign representatives/agents must provide written proof of authorisation from the principal; failure will disqualify the bid.
• A successful foreign bidder's South African representative must provide a Power of Attorney complying with Rule 63 of the Uniform Rules of Court, signed under the same title as in the bid, and authorising choice of domicilium.
• No bid will be awarded to any bidder (or its members/directors/partners/trustees) listed on the National Treasury Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. Transnet reserves the right to withdraw awards or cancel contracts if restriction is discovered.
• The successful bidder, when called upon, must provide security in the form of a Deed of Suretyship from an approved South African financial institution. The amount will be stipulated in the Bid Documents.
• The Deed of Suretyship form will be supplied by Transnet and must be returned within 30 calendar days of acceptance; no payment will be made until it is delivered. Failure may lead to contract cancellation.
• You must comply with all conditions imposed by Transnet. Failure to enter into a contract, accept an order, furnish security, or comply may result in Transnet accepting another bid, re-tendering, and recovering additional costs from you.

• The successful bidder must provide security in the form of a Deed of Suretyship from an approved South African financial institution, for an amount stipulated in the Bid Documents.
• Security may be applied by Transnet to cover losses from breach of contract.
• The Deed of Suretyship form will be supplied by Transnet and must be completed and returned within 30 calendar days of acceptance; no payment until delivered. Failure may lead to contract cancellation.
• Additional costs due to default will be for the bidder's account.
• Transnet does not guarantee purchase of definitive quantities, but you must supply quantities ordered before contract expiry.
• Transnet accepts no liability for materials/stocks you specially order or carry.
• Estimated quantities are provided for planning; Transnet reserves the right to order only what it operationally requires.
• Delivery periods are governed by the Terms and Conditions of Contract.
• You may be required to submit progress reports on delivery.
• For emergency demands, you get first right of refusal. If you cannot meet the critical delivery, Transnet may purchase outside the contract.
• Contract documents include these General Bid Conditions, Terms and Conditions of Contract, and any Special Conditions.
• Your bid response, together with Transnet's acceptance, forms a binding contract.
• South African law governs the contract. You must specify a domicilium in South Africa for legal service and submit to South African courts.
• If you find any contract conditions unacceptable, indicate which and propose amendments in writing on company letterhead for legal review. You may withdraw unacceptable deviations, or be disqualified.
• In case of conflict between these General Bid Conditions and the issued RFX document, the RFX document prevails.

• For imported goods, award may be subject to an export licence from the country of origin; your manufacturer or forwarding agent must apply if required.
• Foreign bidders may submit bids directly or through a South African representative/agent to the designated Transnet official.
• Representatives/agents must provide written proof of authorisation from the principal; failure will disqualify the bid.
• Foreign representatives must compile bids in the principal's name and sign on their behalf.
• Successful foreign bidders' South African representatives must enter into a contract in the principal's name and provide a Power of Attorney complying with Rule 63 of the Uniform Rules of Court, signed under the same title, and authorising choice of domicilium.
• For payment in South Africa via EFT, specify whether funds go to the foreign supplier's South African bank account or to its South African agent/representative, providing bank name and branch.

• After the closing date, you may only communicate with the Chairperson of the relevant Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee.

• Supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer to Transnet Engineering, Fabrication Business in Durban.
• Contract period: Six months (as and when required).
• The supplier is expected to be a partner that shares Transnet's mission and business objectives, focusing on cost reduction, improved service, availability, proactive improvements, leading-edge technology, and reliable support.
• Detailed scope and quantities are listed in the technical specifications.

• Closing Date: As per the tender portal (check the National Treasury e-Tender Publication Portal or Transnet website).
• Clarification Deadline: Submit clarification requests by 12:00 AM on 30 July 2026.
• No formal briefing session will be held.
• Bid Validity Period: 180 business days from the closing date.

• For bidding procedure and technical enquiries: Contact Marietjie Williams at 031-361-5961 or [email protected].
• After the closing date, communicate only with Nomvula Mathane at 012-749 1514 or [email protected] regarding your proposal.
• For complaints: Email [email protected].
• Submission is via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal: http://esupplierportal.transnet.net.

• Submit your bid electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at http://esupplierportal.transnet.net.
• You must register your own company profile on the portal and submit through that profile. Submitting through another company's profile will lead to disqualification.
• Each bidder is permitted to submit only one proposal per bid invitation.
• Upload all required returnable documents listed in Section 5 (Proposal Form). Ensure all documents are signed, stamped, and dated on each page.
• The system allows uploads of 30MB per file; multiple uploads are permitted.
• Submit your bid at least one day before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Bid validity period is 180 business days from the closing date. You may be requested to extend this period.
• For joint ventures or consortia, you must state your intention in the submission and provide a signed agreement (or written confirmation of intent) detailing the percentage split and responsibilities.
• All communication after the closing date must be directed to the delegated individual (Nomvula Mathane) at 012-749 1514 or [email protected].
• Clarification requests must be submitted using the RFP Clarification Request Form to Marietjie Williams before 12:00 AM on 30 July 2026.
• Complaints should be emailed to [email protected].
• Any canvassing of Transnet officials between the closing date and award date is prohibited and may lead to disqualification.

The bidder must be a registered legal entity (company, close corporation, etc.) with tax matters in order with SARS. Foreign suppliers must complete a specific questionnaire. Joint ventures/consortia are permitted but require a formal agreement or written confirmation of intent. The bidder must have the financial and technical capability to supply all five specified material items. Compliance with the Employment Equity Act and other applicable laws is required.

Scope: Supply and delivery of side frame material for a 90-ton trailer to Transnet Engineering, Fabrication Business in Durban for a period of six months (as and when required).

• Detailed specifications and drawings are provided in Annexure A.
• Items to be supplied:

1. Item 088869939: SUPPORT; TYPE: BRACE FRONT, TWK18490. Quantity: 142 EA.
2. Item 088869940: SUPPORT; TYPE: BRACE REAR, TWK18491. Quantity: 142 EA.
3. Item 011870986: BAR, METALLIC; DIMENSIONS: WD 150 X LG 13 M X THK 25 MM, MATERIAL: STEEL EN 10025-2, GRADE S 355-JR+AR, SHAPE: FLAT. Quantity: 1846 M.
4. Item 011870981: BAR, METALLIC; DIMENSIONS: WD 150 X LG 13 M X THK 25 MM, MATERIAL: STEEL EN 10025-2, GRADE S 355-JR+AR, SHAPE: FLAT. Quantity: 1846 M.
5. Item 088871259: PLATE; APPLICATION: NEW 90 TON TRAILER, DNR099TPT047. Quantity: 142 EA.

• You must quote on all five items; failure to do so will result in disqualification.
• The supplier must share Transnet's business objectives and provide proactive improvements, leading-edge technology, and reliable service.

• The supplier is fully responsible for the acts and omissions of its personnel.
• Must comply with all requirements stated in the RFP.
• The evaluation methodology is detailed in Section 5 of the document.

• Provide three reference letters from customers for similar work completed within the last three years (letters not older than 90 business days).
• Letters must be on customer letterhead, signed, and include contact details.
• Reference letters from Transnet divisions are acceptable, but purchase order documents do not qualify.
• This is part of the technical evaluation scoring (20 points).

• Submit a valid ISO 9001:2015 certificate or your own Quality Management System (QMS) documentation.
• If using a third-party ISO certificate, include a signed Memorandum of Understanding.
• Quality compliance is scored out of 20 points in the technical evaluation.
• You must also provide details of local manufacturers and local content declarations as per Annexures B, C, D, and E.

• Submit your pricing on the Transnet e-Tender Portal using the prescribed schedule.
• Quote on all five items; failure to do so results in disqualification.
• Prices must be in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT, on a delivered basis.
• Quantities are estimates; orders are placed as and when required.
• Lead times and delivery schedules must be specified.
• Transnet may split awards between bidders based on price and preference.

• Submit your pricing on the Transnet e-Tender Portal (http://esupplierportal.transnet.net) using the provided pricing schedule.
• Prices must be quoted in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT, on a delivered basis.
• Quote on all five items; not quoting on all items will result in disqualification.
• Quantities are estimates only; orders will be placed on an 'as and when required' basis.
• Any disbursements not specifically priced will not be accepted.
• Do not deviate from the prescribed pricing schedule format; deviation may render your bid non-responsive.
• Discounted prices will only be considered if offered unconditionally.
• For imported goods, use the exchange rate published by the South African Reserve Bank on the date of the tender advertisement.
• Indicate your manufacturing and delivery lead time in weeks from receipt of a purchase order.
• If awarded, your prices must remain firm and fixed for the contract duration.
• Transnet may split the award on a 70/30 basis between the first and second highest-ranked bidders per material category, provided the price difference does not exceed 5%.

• Tax Compliance: You must provide your SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or a printed TCS certificate. If registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), provide your CSD number. Foreign suppliers with no local entity need not register on the CSD.
• B-BBEE: Submit a valid B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or a sworn affidavit (for EMEs and QSEs). Joint ventures must submit a consolidated B-BBEE scorecard.
• Central Supplier Database: Self-register on the National Treasury's CSD (https://secure.csd.gov.za/), unless you are a foreign supplier with no local registered entity.
• Employment Equity Act: Comply with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act, including Section 53.
• Foreign Suppliers: If you are a foreign-based supplier, complete the questionnaire in the SBD1 form to determine if you need a SARS PIN.
• All applicable laws and regulations must be complied with.
• Failure to provide or comply with these requirements may render your bid invalid.

• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Adhere to railway safety requirements and regulations as per the National Railway Safety Regulator Act.
• Transnet may review your safety-related activities and those of any subcontractors during the contract term.
• You must disclose any risks related to health and safety compliance in your proposal.

• Provide details of your company's environmental policies, including waste disposal, recycling, and energy conservation.
• This information may be used for record-keeping and analysis of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance but is not used for evaluation or disqualification.

• The contract will be based on Transnet's General Bid Conditions (Annexure I), Master Agreement (Annexure H), and other applicable documents.
• You must acquaint yourself with and comply with all contract terms.
• Failure to renew required certifications during the contract may lead to immediate termination.
• Essential returnable documents include SBD1 form, notice to bidders, proposal form, and declaration forms.

• Evaluation follows a multi-stage process: responsiveness check, technical threshold (85 points minimum), and final weighted scoring (price 80 points, specific goals 20 points).
• Technical scoring criteria: compliance with specifications (40 points), lead time (20 points), reference letters (20 points), and quality certification (20 points).
• Price evaluation uses a formula comparing your price to the lowest acceptable price.
• Specific goals points are awarded based on the claim form in Section 9.
• Transnet may conduct post-tender negotiations and split awards between bidders.