Supply and delivery of esab welding machine spares to TRANSNET engineering, germiston (once-off)

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Bidders must sign and return the Transnet Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) as part of the bid response. The NDA must be completed and submitted with the quotation.

Bidders must sign and return the Transnet Non-Disclosure Agreement as part of the bid response. The NDA requires bidders to act as principal, not as nominee or agent, and to comply with South African privacy and data protection obligations.

supply a certificate signed by a director as to its full compliance with the

requirements of clause 3.3.2 above.

4. Announcements

4.1 Neither party will make or permit to be made any announcement or disclosure of its prospective interest

in the Bid without the prior written consent of the other party.

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The Non-Disclosure Agreement between Transnet SOC Ltd and the bidder imposes confidentiality obligations on the bidder. The bidder must keep all Confidential Information secret and use it only for the purpose of the bid or subsequent contract. The bidder may disclose Confidential Information only to its agents who need to know it for that purpose, and remains liable for any breach by those agents. If disclosure is required by law, the bidder must notify Transnet and cooperate regarding the disclosure. The bidder must notify Transnet of any unauthorised copying, disclosure, or use of Confidential Information and take steps to remedy it. All Confidential Information remains the property of the disclosing party. The bidder must store all Information securely, keep a written record of it, and return or destroy it within 7 days of a written demand from Transnet, providing a director's certificate of compliance. Neither party may make announcements about its interest in the bid without the other's consent, nor use the other's name for publicity. The confidentiality obligations survive termination of discussions and continue for 5 years. Each party acts as principal, not as nominee, agent, or broker. The disclosing party may pursue any legal remedies for breach. The bidder must comply with South African privacy and data protection obligations. The agreement may not be assigned without consent, except Transnet may assign to a Transnet Group member. No failure to enforce a right is a waiver. Invalid provisions are severable. The agreement may only be modified in writing. Nothing creates a partnership, joint venture, or agency. The agreement is governed by South African law, with exclusive jurisdiction of South African courts.

Closing date and time: as per the tender record (2026-09-04T16:00:00). No briefing session or site visit is specified in the document.

No specific contact person or address is provided in the document. Queries before closing should be directed to the contact person listed in the RFX document.

Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope by the closing date and time specified in the Bid Documents. The bid number and subject must be marked on the front of the envelope, and the return address on the reverse. Bids must be completed in their entirety, legibly, in non-erasable ink. Use only the official Transnet bid forms; bids on other forms or with the bidder's own terms may be rejected. Original forms must be submitted. Additional information may be attached on company letterhead only if space is insufficient, and must be cross-referenced. All returnable documents listed in the RFX must be submitted; failure to submit mandatory documents results in disqualification. Alterations to bid prices must be made by deleting incorrect figures and inserting correct ones, initialled by the signatory. Late bids will not be considered.

Bidders must not appear on the National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. Bids must be submitted on the official forms; non-compliance may lead to rejection. Unauthorised communication about the bid after closing may lead to disqualification. Compulsory site visits or briefings, if specified, must be attended. Bidders must be able to enter into a contract under South African law; foreign bidders must appoint a South African representative with authority to sign. During evaluation, communication is restricted to the Chairperson of the Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee.

The goods to be supplied are ESAB welding machine spares, delivered to Transnet Engineering, Germiston, on a once-off basis. The document does not provide further technical details.

Prices must be quoted in the Price Schedule of the Bid Documents. For local supplies (manufactured, produced, or assembled in South Africa, or imported supplies held in South Africa), prices must be on a Delivered RSA named destination basis. For imported supplies, prices must be on a Delivered Duty Paid (latest ICC Incoterms) basis to end destination in South Africa, unless otherwise specified. Prices must be in South African Rand. Prices subject to confirmation will not be considered.

Prices must be quoted in South African Rand (ZAR). Prices subject to confirmation will not be considered. For local supplies, prices must be 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. Prices for local supplies must be inclusive of VAT, shown separately on the tax invoice. The successful bidder may be required to provide a guarantee covering any advance payments. Security in the form of a Deed of Suretyship may be required, amount to be stipulated in the Bid Documents.

Bidders must not be on the National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. If the bidder is a company, full names of directors must be stated; for a close corporation, members; for a partnership or individual, partners or individual. Foreign bidders must provide a Power of Attorney complying with Rule 63 of the Uniform Rules of Court, authorising a South African representative to sign contracts. If samples are required, they must be submitted by the closing date, marked with bidder's name, address, bid number, and item number. Goods offered must be new, not second-hand or reconditioned.

The successful bidder may be required to provide security in the form of a Deed of Suretyship from an approved bank, building society, insurance or guarantee corporation. The security amount will be stipulated in the Bid Documents. The Deed of Suretyship must be completed and returned within 30 calendar days from the date of the letter of acceptance; failure may lead to contract cancellation. Transnet may require a guarantee covering any advance payments. Contract quantities are estimates; Transnet is not bound to purchase a definitive quantity. The successful bidder must supply against orders placed before the contract expiry. Delivery periods will be governed by the Terms and Conditions of Contract. Progress reports may be required. In emergencies, the supplier gets first right of refusal for short-notice supplies.

After the closing date, bidders may only communicate with the Chairperson of the Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee. Unauthorised communication with other parties may lead to disqualification. Bidders must not appear on the National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.

Transnet Tip-Off Anonymous hotline: 0800 003 056 (for reporting dishonest, fraudulent, or corrupt behaviour by Transnet employees).

Bidders must read and certify the Integrity Pact in the RFX Declaration Form, agreeing to its content. The Integrity Pact forms part of the final contract. Returnable documents include the signed Integrity Pact and the RFX Declaration Form. Transnet may reject a bidder or remove them from the database for violations of the Integrity Pact, with exclusion up to 10 years depending on severity. Sanctions for violations include cancellation of the bid or contract, recovery of sums paid, encashment of guarantees, and rescission of other contracts. Disputes should be resolved amicably; litigation in bad faith (vexatious proceedings, perjury, scurrilous allegations, abuse of court process) is prohibited.

Bidders must not appear on National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. Bidders must not have previous transgressions (serious breach of law, corruption, fraud, theft, extortion, Competition Act contraventions) in the last 5 years. Bidders must disclose any conflicts of interest. Bidders must not have litigated against Transnet in bad faith. Bidders must not have withdrawn a bid in bad faith after closing, failed to sign a contract, performed unsatisfactorily, offered bribes, acted fraudulently, or made incorrect statements regarding local content or B-BBEE status. Bidders must not subcontract to a restricted company without declaring it. Bidders must complete the RFX Declaration Form certifying acquaintance with the Integrity Pact.

The tender is for the supply and delivery of ESAB welding machine spares to Transnet Engineering, Germiston, on a once-off basis. No further technical specifications are provided in the available document.

Transnet may encash advance bank guarantees, performance bonds, or warranty bonds if furnished by the bidder, in the event of violations of the Integrity Pact. No other financial requirements are stated.

Bidders must sign and comply with the Integrity Pact, including the 'Zero Gifts' policy, prohibition on bribes and kickbacks, and obligations to disclose conflicts of interest. Bidders must not be on National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. Bidders must not have previous transgressions in the last 5 years. Bidders must uphold the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact (Human Rights, Labour, Environment, Anti-Corruption). Bidders must complete the RFX Declaration Form certifying acquaintance with the Integrity Pact.

Bidders must uphold the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact, including supporting a precautionary approach to environmental challenges, promoting greater environmental responsibility, and encouraging environmentally friendly technologies.

The Integrity Pact is governed by South African law. It covers all bidding processes and is valid indefinitely unless cancelled. If any provision is invalid, the remainder remains valid. Disputes should be resolved amicably; litigation in bad faith is prohibited. Transnet may exclude bidders from future business for up to 10 years for violations, and may terminate existing contracts. Bidders must not subcontract to restricted companies. Sanctions for violations include cancellation of contracts, recovery of payments, encashment of guarantees, and penalties up to 10% of contract value for undeclared subcontracting.

The Integrity Pact defines commitments to prevent corruption and unethical conduct, including a 'Zero Gifts' policy, prohibition on bribes and kickbacks, and obligations to disclose conflicts of interest. Transnet may reject bidders or exclude them from future bidding for violations, with exclusion duration based on severity. Sanctions include cancellation of contracts, recovery of sums paid, and encashment of guarantees. Disputes should be resolved amicably; litigation in bad faith is prohibited.

Bidders must not collude with competitors, must not disclose bid terms prior to bid opening, and must not submit bids with the intention of not winning. Suspicious bids will be reported to the Competition Commission and may be referred to the National Prosecuting Authority.

Closing time: 15:00 PM on the closing date (as per e-tender portal). Compulsory pre-proposal site meeting and RFQ briefing: 20 August 2026 at 12:00pm at 701 Boardroom, 03 Keswick Road, Germiston, approximately 2 hours. Attendance is compulsory; failure to attend results in disqualification. Certificate of Attendance must be submitted with the proposal. Bidders must confirm attendance and send contact details to [email protected]. Clarification queries due before 12:00pm on 04 September 2026.

Compulsory pre-proposal site meeting and RFQ briefing: 20 August 2026 at 12:00pm at 701 Boardroom, 03 Keswick Road, Germiston, approximately 2 hours. Attendance is compulsory; failure to attend results in disqualification. Certificate of Attendance must be submitted with the proposal. Bidders must confirm attendance and send contact details to [email protected]. Site walk will take place; safety induction and PPE required.

Clarification queries: [email protected] (before 12:00pm on 04 September 2026). Complaints: [email protected]. Submission portal: Transnet eSupplier portal (https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/).

Submit via the Transnet eSupplier portal (https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/). Register and log intent to bid, then upload bid documents (30MB per upload, multiple uploads allowed). Complete all pricing electronically in the portal; paper pricing schedules are not accepted. Submit at least a day before closing to avoid technical issues; late submissions are not accepted. Each company must submit under its own registered profile; bids submitted through another company's profile will be disqualified. Joint ventures may submit through any party's profile. Returnable documents: Section 7 Certificate of Attendance for compulsory briefing (mandatory), Section 4 Quotation Form (mandatory), Section 1 SBD1 Form, Section 5 Certificate of Acquaintance with RFQ Documents, Section 6 RFQ Declaration and Breach of Law Form, Section 8 Protection of Personal Information (essential), and proof of compliance with Specific Goals (for scoring). All returnable sections must be signed, stamped, and dated.

Mandatory Returnable Documents: Section 7 Certificate of Attendance, Section 4 Quotation Form. Returnable Documents Used for Scoring: Valid proof of compliance to Specific Goal requirements (Section 6). Essential Returnable Documents: Section 1 SBD1 Form, Section 5 Certificate of Acquaintance with RFQ Documents, Section 6 RFQ Declaration and Breach of Law Form, Section 8 Protection of Personal Information.

Evaluation in four stages: Stage 1 – Administrative and Substantive Responsiveness (timely submission, all returnable documents, signed bid, compliance with scope). Stage 2 – Weighted scoring: Price (80 points) using formula Ps = 80

• (1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), Specific Goals (20 points). Stage 3 – Price negotiations if price is not market-related, sequential negotiation with highest ranked bidder. Stage 4 – Award of business and conclusion of contract. 80/20 preference point system applies (estimated value not exceeding R50 million). B-BBEE points: Level 1 = 15, Level 2 = 10, 50% Black Youth Owned Entities = 5, non-compliant or Level 3-8 = 0.

Supply and delivery of ESAB welding machine spares to Transnet Engineering, Germiston, on a once-off basis. Detailed specification is provided in Annexure A (not included in the extracted text). Bidders must comply with the scope and specification; material non-compliance may lead to disqualification.

No specific experience or qualification requirements stated in the document. Bidders must register on the eSupplier portal and submit through their own profile. Joint ventures may submit through any party's profile.

Electronic pricing schedule to be completed in the Transnet eSupplier portal. Prices in ZAR inclusive of VAT. Disbursements not priced will not be accepted. Must follow provided schedule; deviations may disqualify. Discounts only considered if unconditional. Delivery lead-time to be stated. Transnet may negotiate for market-related price; if not agreed, may cancel RFQ. Transnet may split award per line item.

Pricing must be completed electronically in the Transnet eSupplier portal; no paper pricing schedules accepted. Prices must be quoted in South African Rand inclusive of VAT. Disbursements not specifically priced will not be accepted. Pricing must follow the provided schedule; deviations may lead to disqualification. Discounts only considered if unconditional. Delivery lead-time from date of purchase order must be stated. Transnet may negotiate for market-related price if the highest scoring bid is not market-related; if no agreement, may cancel the RFQ. Transnet reserves the right to split the award per line item among multiple suppliers.

Bidders must be tax compliant: submit SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD); foreign suppliers with no local entity exempt. Must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. Must complete SBD4 Declaration of Interest and SBD9 Certificate of Independent Bid Determination (as part of Section 5). Must comply with Employment Equity Act requirements. Bidders must disclose any relationship with Transnet employees or former employees/board members in the past 10 years. Must disclose any commercial relationship with DPIP/FPPO. Must not have been found guilty of a serious breach of law in the preceding 5 years.

Specific Goals Points Claim Form: Preference points awarded for B-BBEE status level of contribution. 80/20 system applies (estimated value not exceeding R50 million). Price 80 points, B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution 20 points. Points: Level 1 = 15, Level 2 = 10, +50% Black Youth Owned Entities = 5, Non-compliant or Level 3-8 = 0. Proof required: B-BBEE Certificate, Sworn Affidavit, or CIPC Certificate. Sub-contracting details must be disclosed.

Site walk requires safety induction at the gate; arrive early. Mandatory PPE: safety shoes, goggles, long sleeve shirts, high visibility vests, hard hats. Bidders without PPE will not be allowed on site walk. Firearms prohibited on Transnet properties.

Validity period: 90 business days from closing date. Transnet may request extension. Successful bidder must keep all returnable documents valid for contract duration; failure may lead to termination. Transnet may publish contract information on National Treasury e-Tender Publication Portal and JSE Debt Listing Requirements. DPIP/FPPO disclosure required. Transnet may cancel contract and request restriction for up to 10 years if incorrect information furnished. Bidders must accept Standard RFQ Terms and Conditions; material deviations may lead to disqualification.

Transnet reserves the right to split the award per line item, cancel the quotation process, validate information, request audited financial statements, and award to next ranked bidder if preferred bidder fails. Security clearance may be required. Legal review of proposed terms by Transnet's Legal Counsel.