Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
Maydon Wharf - Durban - Durban - 4000
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
22 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-163202
This tender invites bids for the provision of pothole repairs and minor road maintenance services at TRANSNET port terminals’ durban bbc terminals over a 36-month period on an as-and-when-required basis. IT is open to suppliers with CIDB grading level 5 or higher in civil engineering, and targets experienced contractors capable of delivering road infrastructure upkeep for a major logistics hub.
Date & Time
Friday, 07 August 2026 - 14:00
Venue
Transnet Port Terminals, Shed 7A, corner Crofts and Johnstone Road
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Categories
Request for Proposal
Maydon Wharf - Durban - Durban - 4000
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Important Dates
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Compulsory tender briefing: 29 July 2026 at 10:30am, venue: Transnet Port Terminals, Shed 7A, corner Crofts and Johnstone Road, Durban 4001. Closing date: 07 August 2026 at 14:00. Tender validity period: 12 weeks from closing date (may be extended).
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These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
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)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
RFP Document.pdf
Transnet Port Terminals invites tenders for pothole repairs and minor road services at the Port of Durban BBC Terminals on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. The contract will be governed by the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract. Submission is electronic via Transnet's e-Supplier Portal, with a strict closing date and a compulsory site meeting.
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R 5 744 486
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Contact Information
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Employer’s Agent: Lindiwe Motha. Address: Transnet Port Terminals, No 8 Bayhead Road, Langeberg, Durban, 4001. Tel: 031 361 6853. Email: [email protected] (preferred). Tender documents and submissions: Transnet e-Supplier Portal (https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/). Fraud/corruption reporting: Tip-offs Anonymous - 0800 003 056 or [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Submit via Transnet e-Supplier Portal (https://esupplierportal.transnet.net/portal/). Steps: 1) Log in or register (fill all mandatory fields). 2) Click 'ADVERTISED TENDERS' to view tenders. 3) Toggle 'Log an Intent' to bid. 4) Upload bid documents (max 30MB per upload, multiple uploads allowed). Submit at least 1 day before closing to avoid technical issues. Late submissions are not accepted. Required returnables: All T2.2 schedules (e.g., CIDB Grading, Certificate of Attendance, Previous Work Experience, Qualifications, Proof of Ownership), plus T2.2-07 to T2.2-20 (e.g., Authority to Submit, NDA, POPIA Agreement). Documents must be in English, marked for Lindiwe Motha, and include tender number and description. Telephonic/email submissions are invalid. Tender validity: 12 weeks from closing date (may be extended).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Technical Specifications
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Scope: Provision of pothole repairs and minor road services for Transnet Port Terminals at the Port of Durban BBC Terminals for 36 months on an as-and-when-required basis. Contract type: NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract. Key deliverables: Road repairs, pothole fixes, and minor civil works. Equipment required: Construction Truck, Compactor/Road Roller, Skid Steer Loader/Bobcat. Proof of ownership/lease (NaTIS certificate or bill of sale) mandatory for scoring. Work must align with Works Information (C3.1).
Financial Requirements
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Pricing: Submit via Pricing Schedule (C2.2) and Commercial Offer (Annexure B). Evaluation formula: PS = 80 (1 − (Pt−Pmin)/Pmin). Payment terms and bonds: Not explicitly detailed; governed by NEC3 contract terms. Financial capacity: May be verified via audited financial statements during due diligence. Tender validity: 12 weeks (extendable).
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFP Document.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory: 1) Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (SARS) + TCS PIN. 2) Valid B-BBEE Certificate (SANAS-accredited) or sworn affidavit (annual turnover + black ownership level). 3) Proof of registration on National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD) (https://secure.csd.gov.za/). 4) CIDB Grading Level 5 or higher (Civil Engineering class). 5) Certificate of Attendance at compulsory briefing. 6) Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). 7) Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire (CIDB SFU ANNEX G). 8) POPIA compliance agreement. 9) Supplier Code of Conduct. 10) Service Provider Integrity Pact. Exclusions: Tenderers listed on Register of Tender Defaulters or Transnet’s restricted list. Joint Ventures: All members must be CIDB-registered; lead partner must have CIDB Level 4+ (CE); combined grading must meet Level 5+ (CE).
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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Act 38 of 2000
Important for public-sector construction and infrastructure tenders that require contractor grading or construction procurement standards.
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Act 107 of 1998
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Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
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Act 103 of 1977
Relevant where building standards, renovations, maintenance or construction compliance may apply.
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Address
Level 200, Carlton Centre, 150 Commissioner St, Cbd, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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High source confidence
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Contact
031-361-8589[email protected]www.transnet.netLevel 200, Carlton Centre, 150 Commissioner St, Cbd, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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