This is a once-off tender for the provision of rigging and crane hire services to support the shut at the port of richards bay terminal for TRANSNET port terminals (tpt). The tender is open to suppliers who can meet the technical and compliance requirements and submit their bids electronically by the specified deadline.
Key Requirements
Bid submission is exclusively electronic via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) and must be completed by 11:00 on 22 July 2026.
Suppliers must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide proof of tax compliance (SARS TCS PIN or CSD number).
A valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit must be submitted to claim preference points under the 80/20 scoring system.
Pricing must be submitted strictly according to the provided schedule in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT, with no unpriced disbursements.
Mandatory returnable documents, including the SBD1 Form and specific declarations, must be fully completed and submitted to avoid disqualification.
The scope is for rigging and crane hire services on a once-off basis at the Port of Richards Bay Terminal; technical specifications should be referenced from attached documents.
Bidders must declare any commercial relationships with Domestic Prominent Influential Persons (DPIP) or Foreign Prominent Public Officials (FPPO) and have no serious breach of law in the past five years.
FOR THE PROVISION OF RIGGING AND CRANE HIRE FOR THE SHUT [REG.NO 1990/000900/30] OPERATING AS TRANSNET PORT TERMINALS (HEREINAFTER TO AS “TPT”) AT THE PORT OF RICHARDS BAY TERMINAL.
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For the provision of rigging and crane hire for the shut [reg.NO 1990/000900/30] operating as TRANSNET port terminals (hereinafter to as “tpt”) at the port of richards bay terminal.
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Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) invites tenders for rigging and crane hire services to support the 2026 annual shutdown maintenance of Tippler 02 and the chrome route at the Port Rail Terminal (PRT) in Richards Bay. The scope includes supplying rigging crews, cranes, and lifting equipment for heavy component removal, installation, and repairs over a 14-day period (16 hours/day).
Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) is requesting quotations for the provision of rigging and crane hire services on a once-off basis at the Port of Richards Bay Terminal. The tender is managed via an electronic submission portal with strict compliance requirements.
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Provision of rigging and crane hire services for the Tippler 02 and Chrome Route 2026 annual shutdown at Transnet's Port Rail Terminal (PRT) in Richards Bay.
The scope covers a 14-day period with 16-hour daily operations (06:00–22:00).
Key tasks include removal and installation of tippler components, conveyor belts, pulleys, drive systems, and counterweights across multiple terminal areas.
Contractors must demonstrate capability to provide rigging and crane services in compliance with SANS standards (687, 500, 10388, 94-series, 2408, 1636, 1594, 7592, 1592), ISO 3056, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Transnet specifications (EEAM-Q-009, RCB TPT SHERQ/RS PRO 033, EEAM-Q-016). Must have experience with industrial shutdowns in port/terminal environments and ability to work within strict security protocols at Richards Bay Port.
Scope: Provide rigging and crane hire services for the Tippler 02 and Chrome Route 2026 annual shutdown at the Port Rail Terminal (PRT) in Richards Bay.
Duration: Services required for a period of 14 days, operating 16 hours per day (06:00–22:00).
Required Resources:
Supply five (6) rigging crews.
Supply 1 x 160-ton crane, 1 x 50-ton crane, a Tally handler (600@18m), 2 high-up trucks (15 and 30 ton), and a 500 Kg SWL Bosun Chair.
All rigging teams must have necessary tools with valid load test certificates.
Detailed Work Areas: Includes work on Tippler 01, A02, B01, D02, D03, J01, J02, J03, K02, K05, K51, K11, and K14. Tasks involve removal/installation of structural components, conveyor belts, pulleys, drive systems, counterweights, and mechanical drives.
Standards: Work must comply with the latest editions of listed SANS, ISO, and TPT specifications, including SANS 687, SANS 500, SANS 10388, SANS 94-1, SANS 94-2, SANS 2408, SANS 1636, SANS 1594, ISO 3056, SANS 7592, SANS 1592, EEAM-Q-009, RCB TPT SHERQ/RS PRO 033, and EEAM-Q-016.
Exclusions: Scaffolding is excluded from the scope.
Work must comply with the latest editions of specified national and international standards, including SANS 687, SANS 500, SANS 10388, SANS 94-1, SANS 94-2, SANS 2408, SANS 1636, SANS 1594, ISO 3056, SANS 7592, and SANS 1592.
Must adhere to Transnet's Quality Management Specification EEAM-Q-009.
No specific compliance requirements for CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC, or professional registrations are stated.
The contractor must comply with Transnet's general health and safety requirements (RCB TPT SHERQ/RS PRO 033) and quality management specification (EEAM-Q-009).
All work must be performed safely, with risk assessments conducted before critical work, and all personnel must wear required PPE including a reflective vest.
Submit your bid electronically via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal at transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net. Use Google Chrome for free access.
Register your company profile on the portal and use that profile to log intent and submit your bid. Do not submit through another company's profile.
Upload all bid documents against the specific tender/RFQ. You can upload multiple files, each up to 30MB. Submit well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
The closing date is 22 July 2026 at 11:00. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Mandatory returnable documents include the SBD1 Form, Certificate of Acquaintance with RFQ Documents, RFQ Declaration and Breach of Law Form, Specific Goals Points Claim Form, and Protection of Personal Information section.
Failure to submit all mandatory returnable documents by the closing time will result in disqualification.
Your bid must pass an administrative responsiveness check (timeliness, completeness, signatures) and a substantive responsiveness check (compliance with criteria, priced offer, scope alignment).
Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD). Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit must be submitted. Joint ventures must submit separate tax compliance documents for each party. Foreign suppliers must complete the foreign supplier questionnaire. Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers list. Bidders must disclose any relationships with Transnet employees or board members. Evidence of compliance with the Employment Equity Act is required.
Submit pricing strictly according to the provided price schedule (refer to TDPS pricing schedule). Do not use a different format; deviation could lead to disqualification.
All prices must be in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT.
Any disbursements not specifically priced for will not be accepted.
Discounted prices will only be considered if offered unconditionally.
Transnet may negotiate prices if the highest-scoring bidder's price is not market-related.
Tax Compliance: Provide your SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate. If registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), provide your CSD number. Foreign suppliers must comply if they have a local presence.
B-BBEE: Submit a valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit. Points are awarded for B-BBEE level of contribution.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Registration on the National Treasury CSD is mandatory for local suppliers. Foreign suppliers without a local entity are exempt.
Legal Compliance: Bidders must comply with all applicable laws, including the Employment Equity Act.
Disclosure: Declare any commercial relationships with Domestic Prominent Influential Persons (DPIP) or Foreign Prominent Public Officials (FPPO).
Bidders must not have been found guilty of a serious breach of law in the past five years.
Contractual Terms
Source: 2. RFQ PPA 163776 RIGGING SERVICES .pdf
The successful bidder must maintain valid compliance documents (e.g., B-BBEE status) for the contract duration. Failure to renew may lead to contract termination.
Bidders must declare any serious breaches of law (e.g., Competition Act) in the past five years; non-disclosure can result in disqualification.
Standard RFQ terms and conditions for supply to Transnet apply, along with any special conditions in this RFQ.
Definitions provided for terms like B-BBEE, price, and specific goals as per relevant legislation.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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