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Published
07 Aug 2026
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TRANSNET pipelines seeks a service provider to maintain, repair and supply spares for evacuation alarm systems (fire detection and gas suppression) at its depots nationwide for three years. The contract will be awarded through a three-stage evaluation: compulsory briefing attendance, proof of four saqcc-registered personnel, and a functionality score of at least 80 out of 100 based on evacuation alarm system experience and references. Only bidders meeting all three stages proceed to price and preference evaluation under the 80/20 system.
Compulsory clarification meeting on 17 August 2026 at 11:00 at 42 Main Reef Road, Longdale — non-attendance disqualifies the bidder.
Four SAQCC (SANS 10139) registered personnel required: two Service Technicians as Installer/Cabler and two Gas Detection Designers/Commissioners — proof of valid registration must be submitted with the tender.
Functionality evaluation based solely on company experience in evacuation alarm system installation, servicing and maintenance over the last 10 years; minimum 80 out of 100 points required (5 or more verifiable references for full score).
Electronic submission only via Transnet e-Tender Portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) by 28 August 2026 at 12:00; each bidder must use its own registered profile.
Mandatory compliance documents: valid SARS Tax Clearance Certificate and TCS PIN; valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; valid CIDB certificate in correct grading; CSD registration proof; Letter of Good Standing with Workmen's Compensation Fund.
Tender validity period: 180 business days from closing date; Transnet may request extension on same terms.
Preference points: 80/20 system (estimated value ≤ R50 million); Specific Goals — B-BBEE Level 1 or 2 (10 points), 30% Black Women Owned (5 points), Majority Black Youth Owned ≥50% (5 points) with required evidence.
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Date & Time
Friday, 28 August 2026 - 12:00
Venue
42 Main Reef Road Longdale, Gauteng
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
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RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf
Transnet Pipelines is procuring a three-year term contract for the maintenance, repair, and supply of spares for evacuation alarm systems at various depots. The contract will be awarded under the 80/20 preference point system, with a compulsory briefing session and a minimum functionality score of 80% required for further evaluation.
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Important Dates
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Compulsory Clarification Meeting: 17 August 2026 at 11:00 (venue: 42 Main Reef Road, Longdale) — attendance is mandatory; late arrivals will not be accommodated and non-attendance disqualifies the bidder. Closing Date and Time: 28 August 2026 at 12:00 (noon) — electronic submission via the Transnet e-Tender Portal. Tender Validity Period: 180 business days from closing date; Transnet may request an extension on the same terms if evaluation is not finalised within the validity period.
Contact Information
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Employer's Agent (Procurement Manager): Masego Khutsoane. Address: 202 Anton Lembede Street, Durban, 4001. Email: [email protected]. Tender documents and portal: https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net (use Google Chrome). National Treasury eTender Portal: www.etenders.gov.za. Fraud reporting: Tip-Offs Anonymous 0800 003 056 or [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Submission channel: electronic only via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (https://transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net). Each bidder must register its own company profile, log an intent to bid, and upload the complete tender response against that profile. No bidder may submit through another company's profile, including subsidiaries or holding companies. A joint venture may submit through any one JV partner's registered profile. Upload limit is 30 MB per upload; multiple uploads are permitted. Bidders are advised to submit at least one day before the closing date to avoid technical issues. Late submissions will not be accepted regardless of reason. Required returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and uploaded): T2.2-01 Certificate of Attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting; T2.2-02 Eligibility Criteria Schedule (personnel SAQCC registrations); T2.2-03 Evaluation Schedule: Previous Experience; T2.2-04 Authority to Submit Tender; T2.2-05 Record of Addenda; T2.2-06 Letter of Good Standing with the Workmen's Compensation Fund; T2.2-07 Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire; T2.2-08 Non-Disclosure Agreement; T2.2-09 RFP Declaration Form; T2.2-10 POPIA Agreement; T2.2-11 Breach of Law Declaration; T2.2-12 Certificate of Acquaintance with Tender Document; T2.2-13 Service Provider Integrity Pact; T2.2-14 Supplier Code of Conduct; T2.2-15 DPIP or FPPO; T2.2-16 Insurance provided by the Contractor; C1.1 Form of Offer and Acceptance; C1.2 Contract Data; C2.1 Pricing Instructions; C2.2 Price List. Disqualification risks: failure to attend the compulsory briefing; any returnable form omitted or unsigned; submission after the closing time; submission through another entity's portal profile.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Three-stage evaluation. Stage 1 (Eligibility): compulsory attendance at the clarification meeting on 17 August 2026 at 11:00 at 42 Main Reef Road, Longdale; Certificate of Attendance (T2.2-01) signed by the Employer's representative must be submitted. Stage 2 (Eligibility): proof of four SAQCC (SANS 10139) registered personnel — two Service Technicians as Installer/Cabler and two Gas Detection Designers/Commissioners. Stage 3 (Functionality): Company Experience scored out of 100 points based on installation and/or servicing and maintenance of evacuation alarm systems in the last 10 years, with references (purchase orders, contracts, commissioning certificates, reference letters). Scoring: 0 points = no information; 20 = 1 reference; 40 = 2 references; 60 = 3 references; 80 = 4 references; 100 = 5 or more references. Minimum qualifying functionality score: 80 points. Only bidders meeting the 80-point threshold proceed to Price and Preference evaluation. Price and Preference: 80/20 preference point system (estimated value ≤ R50 million). Price = 80 points; Specific Goals = 20 points (B-BBEE Level 1 or 2 = 10 points; 30% Black Women Owned = 5 points; Majority Black Youth Owned ≥ 50% = 5 points). Evidence required: B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; CIPC documents for ownership claims; certified ID copies for youth ownership. Tenders not achieving the minimum functionality score are disqualified and not evaluated further.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Scope: Provision of evacuation alarm systems maintenance services, repairs, and supply of spares for various Transnet Pipelines depots nationally for a period of three years. Service requirements: installation, servicing, and maintenance of evacuation alarm systems (fire detection and gas suppression) in accordance with SANS 10139. Personnel requirements: four registered resources — two Service Technicians (SAQCC registered as Installer/Cabler per SANS 10139) and two Gas Detection Designers/Commissioners (SAQCC registered per SANS 10139). References must demonstrate comparable project experience in evacuation alarm system installation, servicing, and maintenance over the last 10 years. Contract type: Term Service Contract based on CPM 2020 Rev 06 Part C1. One signed contract copy to be provided by the Employer.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Pricing: submit completed C2.1 Pricing Instructions and C2.2 Price List as part of the returnable documents. Preference point system: 80/20 (estimated contract value ≤ R50 million inclusive of VAT). Tender validity: 180 business days from closing date. Insurance: T2.2-16 Insurance provided by the Contractor must be submitted. No explicit performance bond or guarantee amounts stated in the extracted text. Payment terms not detailed in the extracted text.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFP Evacuation Alarm Systems Contract Final .pdf (RFP)Mandatory compliance documents to be submitted with the tender: valid Tax Clearance Certificate (SARS) and TCS PIN for verification; valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS-accredited verification agency or sworn affidavit confirming annual turnover and black ownership level; valid CIDB certificate in the correct designated grading; proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) — supplier number and unique registration reference required; Letter of Good Standing with the Workmen's Compensation Fund (or separate letters for each JV member). Additional returnable declarations: Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire (T2.2-07) including SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim); Non-Disclosure Agreement (T2.2-08); RFP Declaration Form (T2.2-09); POPIA Agreement (T2.2-10); Breach of Law Declaration (T2.2-11) confirming no serious breach of law conviction in the past five years; Certificate of Acquaintance with Tender Document (T2.2-12); Service Provider Integrity Pact (T2.2-13); Supplier Code of Conduct (T2.2-14); DPIP or FPPO (T2.2-15). Bidder must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters (Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act) or Transnet's restricted tenderers list or National Treasury's list of Tender Defaulters. No alternative tender offers will be considered. All tender offers must be in English.
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