Lease of 3,021.7m² Port premises in cape town for storage/laydown use (up to 10 years)

Lease of premises (3,021.7m²) at Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin in the Port of Cape Town for up to 10 years. The property is currently occupied and was previously used for storage/laydown activities. Bidders must align proposed operations with the Port Development Framework Plan (PDFP) and ensure compliance with all relevant laws. Excluded activities: handling/storage of hazardous chemicals, staging of trucks, truck refueling stations, contained handling depots, and open storage of dust minerals.

Closing Date: 17 July 2026 at 12:00 PM. Non-Compulsory Briefing Session: 22 June 2026 at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 352 076 581 193 664, Passcode: d5AY9cG7). Clarity-Seeking Questions Close: 06 July 2026. Bid Validity Period: 120 business days from closing date.

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Submit bids electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) by 17 July 2026 at 12:00 PM. Use Google Chrome for access. Upload all bid documents, ensuring each file name uses only alphabetical/numerical characters. Maximum upload size: 30MB per file; multiple uploads allowed. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. Late submissions will not be accepted. All returnable documents (Mandatory, Scoring, Essential) must be signed, stamped, and dated. Mandatory documents: Failure to submit all mandatory returnable documents by closing date/time results in disqualification. Scoring documents: Failure to submit results in a zero score for applicable criteria. Essential documents: Failure to submit may result in disqualification after a set deadline. Required forms include SBD 1, Certificate of Acquaintance, RFP Declaration, Specific Goals Points Claim Form, Job Creation and Skills Development, Protection of Personal Information, and Certificate of Attendance (if applicable).

Lease of premises (3,021.7m²) at Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin, Port of Cape Town, for up to 10 years. Property is leased 'as is' (voetstoots) and was previously used for storage/laydown activities. Exclusions: Handling/storage of hazardous chemicals, staging of trucks, truck refueling stations, contained handling depots, and open storage of dust minerals. Successful bidder must undertake refurbishment, repairs, upgrades, and capital improvements at their own cost to ensure premises are fit for purpose and comply with all relevant laws. Beneficial occupation may be negotiated if justified in the Business Plan and approved by TNPA. Bidders must inspect the property prior to submission; TNPA accepts no liability for failure to do so. Proposed use must align with Port Development Framework Plan (Annexure 7) and support Port operations.

Evaluation methodology is sequential but may run in parallel for efficiency. Stages: (1) Administrative check (pass/fail). (2) Substantive check (pass/fail). (3) Technical/Functional scoring (min. 66.67 points). (4) Weighted scoring (price 80-90 points, specific goals 20-10 points). (5) Objective criteria (PPPFA compliance). (6) Post-tender negotiations (if needed). (7) Award. Capital and maintenance plans must be detailed to level 3, with Gantt charts, clear sequencing, and best-practice grouping. Financial projections must include assumptions and mitigations for negative cash flows.

Bidders must have >2 years’ experience in proposed operations (storage/laydown or similar). Submit: company profile with supporting evidence (lease agreements, licences), minimum 2 reference letters (<5 years old), and bank rating (<3 months old). Joint ventures: Majority shareholder evaluated first; all JV entities undergo due diligence if selected. Due diligence validates technical/financial capacity, experience, and reputation.

Complete the Rental Offer Summary table with: extent (m²), rate per square meter, monthly rental (excl. and incl. VAT), and escalation rate. Provide annual rental for Years 1-5 (12 months each). Total must include 15% VAT. Notes: (a) Include annual escalation in total offer. (b) TNPA verifies calculations. (c) Non-market-related offers may lead to negotiations or cancellation. (d) Quotes must be in ZAR, inclusive of VAT. (e) Strict adherence to the provided format is required; deviations may disqualify the bid.

Submit a priced rental offer in ZAR, inclusive of VAT, using the provided schedule. Include annual escalation rates in the offer. TNPA will verify calculations and may consider verified amounts in awarding the lease. Rental offers must be market-related; Transnet reserves the right to negotiate or cancel if offers are not market-related. Payment terms: Monthly rental with VAT @15%. Financial viability: Submit cash flow projections over the lease period, signed off by a finance professional, demonstrating ability to remain a going concern. Capital and maintenance expenditure plans must be detailed, with clear methodologies, priorities, and cost allocations for the lease duration.

Bidders must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including: National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration (mandatory for local bidders; foreign bidders must register a South African entity if awarded). Tax Compliance: Submit a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. B-BBEE: Submit a valid B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs). Employment Equity Act: Comply with Section 53 and other applicable provisions. Security Clearance: Successful bidder and personnel may require CONFIDENTIAL/SECRET/TOP SECRET clearance. Integrity Pact: Comply with Annexure 6; breaches may result in disqualification. Disclose any commercial relationships with Domestic Prominent Influential Persons (DPIP) or Foreign Prominent Public Officials (FPPO). Joint Ventures: Submit a signed JV agreement or written confirmation of intent, including percentage split and responsibilities. Each JV party must comply with CSD and tax requirements.

Bidders must address environmental commitments, including waste disposal, recycling, and energy conservation. An Environmental Management Plan (Annexure 2) must be submitted, outlining compliance with environmental laws and sustainability practices for the leased premises.

Lease agreement governed by South African law. Successful bidder must sign within 5 business days of notification or face penalties. Transnet reserves the right to: modify RFP, reject non-compliant bids, disqualify late submissions, award partial premises, split awards, cancel the process, validate bidder information, request audited financials, negotiate terms, or cancel agreements for misrepresentation. Bid validity period: 120 business days from closing date. Domicilium citandi et executandi must be in South Africa. Foreign bidders must appoint a local representative with power of attorney.

Evaluation is multi-stage: (1) Administrative Responsiveness: Timely submission and signed documents. (2) Substantive Responsiveness: Priced rental offer required. (3) Technical/Functional: Minimum 66.67/100 points for criteria such as experience (>2 years), reference letters, bank rating, PDFP alignment, market analysis, value addition, WBS/project schedule, maintenance plan, and financial viability. (4) Weighted Scoring: Rental Offer Price (80-90 points) and Specific Goals (20-10 points). (5) Objective Criteria: Transnet may override highest scorer for rotation, specialised operations, or probity risks. (6) Post-Tender Negotiations: Sequential if rental is not market-related. (7) Award: Letter of Award issued to successful bidder.