Stevedoring container services – port elizabeth, ngqura, cape town container & multi-purpose terminals (2-Year contract)

Provision of stevedoring container services at four Transnet Port Terminals: Port Elizabeth, Ngqura, Cape Town Container Terminal and Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal, for a 2-year period.

Closing date and time: 3 November 2026 at 12:00 (as per tender record).

• Site visits or briefing sessions: may be required; if indicated as compulsory in the RFX, attendance is mandatory and failure to attend disqualifies the bid. No specific date or venue is stated in this document.

Site visits or briefing sessions may be required; if compulsory in the RFX, attendance is mandatory and failure disqualifies. No specific date or venue stated.

Enquiries before closing: direct to the contact person named in the RFX document.

• After closing: communication only with the Chairperson of the Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee.
• No specific contact names, emails, or telephone numbers are provided in this document.

Submission method: sealed envelope, with the bid number and subject marked on the front and the return address on the reverse.

• Bids must be submitted no later than the closing date and time; late bids are not considered.
• Complete all bid forms in non-erasable ink; use only Transnet's official forms and formats.
• All returnable documents listed in the RFX must be submitted with the bid. Missing mandatory documents disqualify; missing other documents may disqualify.
• Mark any price alterations by deleting incorrect figures and initialling the change.
• Delete items not tendered for or priced elsewhere.
• Returnable forms: complete and sign all forms specified in the RFX, including any declarations and certificates.

All returnable documents listed in the RFX must be submitted; missing mandatory documents disqualify, missing others may disqualify.

Evaluation stages and communication:

• After closing, bidders may only communicate with the Chairperson of the Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee.
• Unauthorised communication with Transnet officials or other bidders during evaluation may disqualify the bid.
• Bids are evaluated in accordance with the RFX document; the RFX prevails over these General Bid Conditions in any conflict.
• No bid will be awarded to a bidder on the National Treasury Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.

Scope: provision of stevedoring container services at Port Elizabeth Container Terminal, Ngqura Container Terminal, Cape Town Container Terminal and Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal.

• Contract period: 2 years.
• Goods offered must be new, unused, and not second-hand or reconditioned.
• Services must be delivered in accordance with Transnet's specifications and drawings.

Goods must be new, unused, not second-hand or reconditioned.

Prices in Rand (ZAR).

• Price basis: Delivered Duty Paid (latest ICC Incoterms) for imported; Delivered RSA named destination for local.
• Lead time must include all non-working days and holidays.
• Prices subject to confirmation not considered.
• Alterations to prices must be initialled.
• Delete items not tendered for.
• VAT: local supplies inclusive of VAT shown separately; foreign services show VAT on local commission portion.

All amounts in Rand (ZAR).

• Prices subject to confirmation will not be considered.
• Price basis: Delivered Duty Paid (latest ICC Incoterms) to the specified delivery point; local supplies on Delivered RSA named destination basis; imported supplies on Delivered Duty Paid basis.
• Prices for local supplies must be inclusive of VAT, shown separately on the tax invoice.
• Security: successful bidder must provide a Deed of Suretyship from an approved bank, building society, insurance or guarantee corporation, within 30 calendar days of the letter of acceptance. Amount stipulated in the bid documents.
• Advance payment guarantee may be required.
• Payment terms per the Terms and Conditions of Contract; alternative payment/financing proposals may be evaluated.

CSD registration: not stated in this document.

• Tax compliance: not stated in this document.
• B-BBEE: not stated in this document.
• CIDB grading: not stated in this document.
• Identification: state full names of directors (company), members (close corporation), or partners/individual (partnership/trade name).
• Foreign bidders: provide written authorisation for South African representative/agent, and a Power of Attorney complying with Rule 63 of the Uniform Rules of Court.
• No bid awarded to bidders on National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.

Security: Deed of Suretyship from an approved bank, building society, insurance or guarantee corporation, amount stipulated in bid documents, to be returned within 30 calendar days of letter of acceptance; failure may cancel contract.

• Advance payment guarantee may be required.
• Conditional discounts calculated from receipt of correct month-end statement and tax invoice.
• Transnet does not guarantee any minimum quantity; estimated quantities are indicative only.
• Delivery periods per Terms and Conditions of Contract; progress reports may be required.
• Emergency demands: supplier has first right of refusal; if unable to meet critical delivery, Transnet may purchase elsewhere.
• Contract governed by South African law; bidder must specify a domicilium citandi et executandi in South Africa.
• Unacceptable contract conditions must be raised with proposed amendments; failure to withdraw unacceptable deviations may lead to disqualification.
• Contract documents: General Bid Conditions, Terms and Conditions of Contract, special conditions, and the bid response.
• Acceptance communicated by email is deemed delivered one day after submission.
• Unsuccessful bidders will be informed in writing with reasons.
• Copyright in supplier-prepared documents governed by IP provisions.
• Bids must comply with Transnet's drawings/specifications; respondent drawings due before closing.
• Foreign bidders: authorisation and Power of Attorney required.
• RFX document prevails over these General Bid Conditions in conflict.

Identification: state directors (company), members (close corporation), partners/individual (partnership/trade name).

• Samples, if required, must be marked and delivered by closing date; Transnet may retain samples.
• No award to bidders on National Treasury's Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.

After closing, bidders may only communicate with the Chairperson of the Bid Preparation and Evaluation Committee. Unauthorised communication may disqualify the bid.

Returnable documents: the signed Transnet Non-Disclosure Agreement must be submitted with the bid response.

Bidders must sign and submit the Transnet Non-Disclosure Agreement with their bid response. Bidders must act as principal and not as nominee, agent or broker. Bidders must comply with South African privacy laws (Section 14 of the Bill of Rights).

Bidders must sign and submit the Transnet Non-Disclosure Agreement. Bidders must act as principal and not as nominee, agent or broker. Bidders must comply with South African privacy laws (Section 14 of the Bill of Rights).

The Non-Disclosure Agreement between Transnet SOC Ltd and the bidder governs the exchange of confidential information for the bid. Key obligations:

• Confidential Information must be kept secret and used only for the bid or subsequent contract performance.
• Disclosure is permitted only to agents on a strict need-to-know basis, with the bidder remaining liable for any breach by those agents.
• Disclosure may be made if required by law, with prompt notice to Transnet and cooperation on the form and content of the disclosure.
• The bidder must notify Transnet of any unauthorised copying, disclosure or use and take steps to remedy or prevent further breach.
• All Confidential Information remains the property of the disclosing party; no rights are conferred on the receiving party.
• The bidder must store information securely and keep a written record of what was received and where it is located.
• On written demand, the bidder must return all written Confidential Information and expunge or destroy it from all devices within 7 days, and supply a director-signed certificate of compliance.
• No announcement or disclosure of the bidder's prospective interest in the bid may be made without prior written consent.
• The bidder's name may not be used for publicity or marketing without prior written consent.
• Confidentiality obligations survive termination of discussions and continue for 5 years.
• Each party acts as principal, not as nominee, agent or broker, and bears its own costs.
• The disclosing party may pursue any legal or equitable remedies for breach, including specific performance and damages.
• The bidder must comply with South African privacy protection under Section 14 of the Bill of Rights and ensure appropriate technical and organisational measures against unauthorised or unlawful data processing.
• The agreement may not be assigned without prior written consent, except that Transnet may assign to any Transnet Group member.
• No failure or delay in exercising rights operates as a waiver; provisions are severable; modifications require a written agreement signed by authorised persons.
• The agreement does not create a partnership, joint venture or agency.
• The agreement is governed by South African law, with exclusive jurisdiction of South African courts.

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

Returnable documents:

• RFX Declaration Form: certifies the bidder has read and agrees to the Integrity Pact, and discloses any conflicts of interest.
• Breach of Law Form: declares any previous transgressions.
• Signed Integrity Pact: must be signed and returned with the bid.

Disqualification risks:

• Failure to sign or comply with the Integrity Pact.
• Any false statement in the RFX Declaration Form or Breach of Law Form.
• Withdrawing a bid after the closing date in bad faith.
• Failing to sign a contract after acceptance.
• Subcontracting without declaring it to Transnet.

Evaluation stages:

• Bidders must not appear on the Register of Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers kept by National Treasury.
• Bidders must not have been restricted by Transnet or other organs of state.
• Bidders must disclose any conflicts of interest in the RFX Declaration Form.
• Bidders must declare any previous transgressions in the last 5 years.
• Bidders must not have litigated against Transnet in bad faith.
• Bidders must not have withdrawn a bid in bad faith after the closing date, failed to sign a contract after acceptance, performed a contract unsatisfactorily, offered a bribe, acted fraudulently, made incorrect statements on local content or B-BBEE status, or caused Transnet damage.

The tender is for the provision of stevedoring container services at four Transnet Port Terminals: Port Elizabeth Container Terminal, Ngqura Container Terminal, Cape Town Container Terminal and Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal, for a period of 2 years.

Sanctions for violations may include:

• Recovery of all sums already paid by Transnet.
• Encashment of advance bank guarantee and performance bond or warranty bond, if furnished.
• Penalty of up to 10% of the contract value for undeclared subcontracting.

Environmental commitments:

• Bidders must uphold the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact, including:
• Supporting a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
• Undertaking initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
• Encouraging the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.

Contractual terms:

• The Integrity Pact is governed by South African law.
• It remains valid for an indefinite period unless cancelled by either party.
• If any provision is invalid, the remainder stays valid.
• Disputes should be resolved amicably; litigation in bad faith (vexatious proceedings, perjury, scurrilous allegations, abuse of court process) may lead to exclusion from future business.
• Transnet may exclude a bidder for up to 10 years for serious transgressions, with longer periods possible depending on gravity.
• Transnet may terminate existing contracts and recover payments if a bidder is restricted.
• Bidders may not subcontract to a restricted company.

The Master Agreement is between Transnet SOC Ltd (operating as Transnet Port Terminals) and a Service Provider for the provision of stevedoring container services at four terminals: Port Elizabeth Container Terminal, Ngqura Container Terminal, Cape Town Container Terminal, and Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal. The award is for a period of two (2) years. The agreement number is TPT/2026/10/1393/13028/RFP.

No contact details are stated in the provided document.

Returnable documents: complete and submit the standard forms required by the RFP, including SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim), SBD 8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past Supply Chain Management Practices), SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination), the Supplier Integrity Pact, and an Authority to Sign / Board Resolution. Each form must be signed and dated; unsigned or omitted forms may disqualify the bid.

Submission method and address: not stated in the provided document.

Closing time: 12:00 on 3 November 2026 (from the tender record).

Evaluation stages and scoring split are not stated in the provided document.

Preference point system: not stated.

Minimum qualifying score: not stated.

Mandatory requirements for evaluation: CSD registration, valid SARS Tax Clearance Certificate (or tax pin) for the contract duration, valid B-BBEE Verification Certificate maintained throughout the contract term.

Subcontracting limits: not more than 30% of contract value may be subcontracted; any subcontractor must have an equal or higher B-BBEE status level unless it is an Exempted Micro Enterprise (EME).

Safety performance: the bidder must achieve and maintain at least 80% compliance in monthly safety performance reviews; failure to report safety occurrences timeously is a material breach.

Stevedore gang composition (per SOW 3.12): 1 Foreman, 1 Hatchman, 1 Sereng (assistant hatchman), 1 Supervisor (office duties, rosters, etc.), 6 workmen, and a minimum of 4 workmen per gantry (crane) on the quayside when handling automatic and/or semi-automatic twist-locks.

Monthly progress meetings must capture late deliverables, actual costs against payment plans, performance issues, and corrective actions; minutes signed off by both parties.

The bidder must maintain and regularly update a risk register and submit quarterly reports to Transnet.

Non-conformance: Transnet may issue a Non-Conformance Report (NCR) at any time; the bidder must remedy non-conformance within 7 calendar days of notification, or Transnet may employ a third party at the bidder's cost.

Warranty: for 90 calendar days from acceptance, deliverables must conform to requirements; defects remedied within 7 calendar days.

Prices for services are fixed for the contract duration.

The bidder must keep full and accurate records of all costs, which may be audited by Transnet.

If Transnet can purchase similar services at a lower total delivered cost from another supplier, the bidder must certify compliance and provide information, and adjust its price within 30 calendar days or face purchase elsewhere or termination.

Invoicing: tax invoices submitted with month-end statement; payment within 30 calendar days.

Expenses: reimbursed only if agreed in advance, per Transnet's travel and expenses policy, at cost with no administration fee, and supported by receipts.

Pricing: prices for services are fixed for the contract duration.

Cost records: the bidder must keep full and accurate records of all costs, in a form approved by Transnet, and produce them for inspection or audit on request.

Price adjustment: if Transnet can purchase similar services at a lower total delivered cost from another supplier, the bidder must adjust its price to match within 30 calendar days of notice, or Transnet may purchase elsewhere or terminate.

Invoicing and payment: tax invoices submitted with a month-end statement; payment within 30 calendar days of receipt of a valid and undisputed invoice and supporting documentation.

Interest: on late payment, interest at The Standard Bank of South Africa's prime rate from the due date.

Expenses: reasonable and proper expenses reimbursed only if agreed in advance, incurred per Transnet's travel and expenses policy, passed on at cost with no administration fee, and supported by receipts.

Penalties: for failure to deliver within agreed milestones (not due to Transnet's fault), penalties up to 10% of the monthly order may be imposed; for inadequate performance, the bidder may be liable for the cost of hiring alternate stevedore services and equipment plus 10% of the invoice. Penalties must be credited to the next invoice within 10 business days of notification; unpaid penalties may be deducted from the account.

CSD registration: mandatory.

Tax compliance: valid SARS Tax Clearance Certificate (or tax pin) required for the contract duration.

B-BBEE: valid B-BBEE Verification Certificate required and must remain valid throughout the contract term; the bidder must submit B-BBEE status details and proof at the beginning of March each year during the contract, and notify Transnet of any change in status or corporate restructure that may impact negatively.

Stevedoring licence: the bidder must hold a valid Stevedoring License issued by the Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) applicable to the container sector; this is a mandatory requirement for performance, and the bidder must notify Transnet in writing if the licence is suspended, revoked, or expires.

Subcontracting: not more than 30% of contract value may be subcontracted; any subcontractor must have an equal or higher B-BBEE status level unless it is an EME. Undeclared subcontracting may incur a penalty of up to 10% of the contract value.

Labour and safety: compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all applicable labour legislation.

Environmental: compliance with all applicable environmental legislation, sound environmental performance, and an environmental management policy.

Supplier Integrity Pact: the bidder must comply with the Transnet Supplier Integrity Pact to avoid dishonesty, fraud, and corruption.

Records: keep full records of all transactions for at least 5 years from the date of each transaction.

The bidder must submit its B-BBEE status details and proof at the beginning of March each year during the contract.

The bidder must notify Transnet of any change in B-BBEE status that is less than at the time of appointment, and of any corporate restructure or change in control that may impact negatively.

The bidder must provide B-BBEE data on written request within 30 calendar days; failure constitutes a Service Provider Default.

Subcontracting: not more than 30% of contract value may be subcontracted to entities with lower B-BBEE status unless EME.

Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Transnet safety protocols is mandatory.

Safety performance: achieve and maintain at least 80% compliance in monthly safety performance reviews conducted by TPT.

Reporting: all safety occurrences (near misses, unsafe acts, injuries, property damage, environmental incidents) must be reported immediately but no later than 2 working days in writing.

Monthly manhours report: submit by the 5th calendar day of each month, reflecting actual manhours worked.

Corrective Action Plan (CAP): develop and submit for any non-conformance or safety deviation within the agreed timeframe; corrective actions tracked to closure.

Audit and verification: TPT may conduct audits and inspections at any reasonable time; the bidder must cooperate fully.

Non-compliance consequences: formal notice, temporary suspension of operations, financial penalties or deductions, or review/termination of the agreement.

Personnel: must be trained, qualified, medically fit, and duly inducted; proper identification, uniforms, and PPE worn at all times.

Incident reporting: all incidents, damages, or injuries reported immediately to TPT and confirmed in writing within 48 hours (or first working day after a weekend).

The bidder must comply with all applicable environmental legislation and regulations, demonstrate sound environmental performance, and have an environmental management policy ensuring that services are procured, produced, packaged, delivered, and disposed of in an environmentally appropriate manner.

Green economy: the bidder must provide an understanding of its position on waste disposal, recycling, and energy conservation.

Duration and cancellation: the agreement runs for two (2) years from the commencement date, unless terminated earlier by either party without cause on 30 calendar days' written notice, or automatically on depletion of funds. Transnet may extend the agreement at its sole discretion.

Risk management: within 2 weeks of contract signature, the parties must meet to prepare a contract Risk Register, reviewed quarterly. Monthly progress meetings are required.

Service provider obligations: respond to complaints and enquiries within 2 working days; report disputes or complaints within 48 hours (or first working day after a weekend); keep records for 5 years; maintain all licences and permits; comply with labour and safety legislation; comply with the Transnet Supplier Integrity Pact; maintain B-BBEE certificate validity.

Subcontracting: only with Transnet's approval; undeclared subcontracting may incur a penalty of up to 10% of contract value; not more than 30% of contract value may be subcontracted to entities with lower B-BBEE status unless EME.

Payment to subcontractors: Transnet may pay subcontractors directly under certain conditions, but this is at Transnet's sole discretion.

Penalties: for non-compliance with SLA, penalties up to 10% of the monthly order; for inadequate performance, liability for alternate stevedore costs plus 10% of invoice; penalties credited to next invoice within 10 business days.

Price adjustments: prices fixed for contract duration; if Transnet finds lower delivered cost elsewhere, the bidder must adjust price within 30 calendar days or Transnet may purchase elsewhere or terminate.

Warranties: the bidder must hold a valid TNPA Stevedoring License; warrants performance per Service Levels; remedies defects within 7 calendar days for 90 calendar days from acceptance.

Indemnity: the bidder indemnifies Transnet against direct damages arising from the warranties clause.

Failure to perform: Transnet may cancel and complete work with another entity, recovering the difference in cost.

Termination: Transnet may terminate if the bidder becomes insolvent or undergoes winding-up, or within 2 months of a change of control.

Force majeure, confidentiality, POPIA, and dispute resolution (AFSA) clauses are included.

Cessions and assignments: subject to National Treasury Instruction Note /2023.

No additional evaluation criteria are stated in the provided document beyond the mandatory compliance requirements (CSD, tax clearance, B-BBEE certificate, TNPA stevedoring licence) and the subcontracting limits.

Provision of stevedoring container services at Port Elizabeth, Ngqura, Cape Town Container Terminal and Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal for a period of 2 years.

Returnable schedules must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid:

• Schedule 1 (Eligibility Criteria): confirm holding a valid stevedore operating licence issued by Transnet National Port Authority.
• Schedule 2 (Essential Returnable): provide staff transport vehicle with minimum 15-passenger capacity, with ownership documents or a letter of intent for lease/hire arrangements.
• Schedule 4 (Essential Returnable): attach CVs and copies of qualifications (training relevant to operations) of personnel.
• Schedule 6 (Essential Returnable): provide equipment requirements as per the detailed Scope of Work, including forklift > 4 tons per terminal and rigging/lifting chains per terminal.

Evaluation is based on essential returnable criteria. Bidders must submit all required documents and meet the mandatory eligibility criteria to be considered.

Mandatory eligibility:

• Valid stevedore operating licence issued by Transnet National Port Authority.

Essential returnable requirements:

• Staff transport vehicle with minimum capacity to carry 15 passengers (ownership documents or letter of intent for lease/hire).
• Equipment as per Scope of Work: forklift > 4 tons per terminal and rigging/lifting chains per terminal.
• CVs and copies of qualifications (training relevant to operations) of personnel.

Mandatory eligibility: valid stevedore operating licence issued by Transnet National Port Authority.

Essential returnable: staff transport vehicle with minimum 15-passenger capacity, with supporting documents (ownership or lease/hire letter of intent).

Essential returnable: equipment as per Scope of Work, including forklift > 4 tons per terminal and rigging/lifting chains per terminal.

Transnet Port Terminals provides stevedoring operations as part of its container handling service at four terminals: Port Elizabeth, Ngqura, Cape Town Container Terminal, and Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal. The contract is for two years, outsourcing stevedoring operations per port.

Closing date: 03 November 2026 at 12:00

Briefing session (non-compulsory): 22 October 2026 at 11:00 via Microsoft Teams (about 1 hour)

Clarification deadline: 29 October 2026 at 12:00 (submit RFP Clarification Request Form)

Bid validity: 180 business days from closing date

Non-compulsory briefing session on 22 October 2026 at 11:00 via Microsoft Teams, about 1 hour. Bidders should confirm attendance by emailing [email protected]. The session starts punctually; information will not be repeated for late arrivals.

Bidding procedure enquiries:

• Contact: Sisi Ntombela
• Telephone: 011 308 2358
• Email: [email protected]

Clarifications (before closing): submit RFP Clarification Request Form to Sisi Ntombela before 12:00 on 29 October 2026.

After closing, communicate only with the BEC chairperson (Sisi Ntombela) at the same telephone and email.

Complaints: email [email protected]

Submission portal: transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net

Submission method: Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net).

• Register or sign in on the portal, then log an intent to bid for this RFP.
• Upload bid documents against the tender; each upload up to 30 MB, multiple uploads allowed.
• Complete all pricing electronically in the eSupplier portal; no paper pricing schedules accepted.
• Submit at least a day before closing to avoid technical issues; late submissions are not accepted.
• Each company must use its own registered profile; bids submitted through another company's profile are disqualified.
• For joint ventures, any party may submit on behalf of the JV using its own profile.
• Sign, stamp and date the bottom of each page before uploading; the signatory must be legally authorised.
• All returnable documents listed in Section 5 must be completed and returned.

Returnable forms (each must be completed, signed and submitted):

• SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): bidder details and submission instructions.
• Proposal Form and List of Returnable Documents (Section 5).
• Certificate of Acquaintance with RFP, Terms & Conditions & Applicable Documents (Section 6).
• RFP Declaration and Breach of Law Form (Section 7).
• RFP Clarification Request Form (Section 8) – only if submitting a clarification.
• Specific Goals Points Claim Form (Section 9).
• Annexures: Scope of Work (A), Master Agreement (B), General Bid Conditions (C), Supplier Integrity Pact (D), Non-Disclosure Agreement (E).
• Proof of authority to sign (e.g. company resolution).

Disqualification risks:

• Late submission, regardless of reason.
• Missing or unsigned returnable documents.
• Submitting through another company's profile.
• Deviating from the prescribed pricing format.
• Material deviation from standard terms and conditions (subject to legal review).

Mandatory returnable documents: as listed in Section 5, including SBD 1, proposal form, declaration forms, specific goals claim form, and annexures.

Scoring returnable documents: valid stevedore licence, CVs for each gang, shuttle vehicle proof, equipment proof.

Essential returnable documents: signed declaration of intent for JV (if applicable), acknowledgement of General Bid Conditions, Master Agreement, and Supplier Integrity Pact.

Evaluation stages (sequential, but Transnet may run steps in parallel):

Stage 1 – Administrative and Substantive Responsiveness:

• Bid lodged on time, all returnable documents completed and signed, priced offer included, material compliance with scope.
• Must hold a valid stevedore operating licence issued by Transnet National Port Authority.

Stage 2 – Technical/Functionality (minimum threshold 70/100):

• Personnel Experience and Qualifications (25 points): CVs with qualifications for each stevedore gang; minimum experience – foreman 2 years, supervisor 2 years, hatchman 2 years, sereng 1 year, workmen 1 year in container stevedoring; certified copies not older than 12 months.
• Shuttle requirements (30 points per terminal): staff transport vehicle with minimum capacity 15 passengers; provide ownership documents or letter of intent for lease/hire.
• Equipment (45 points): forklift > 4 tons per terminal with valid inspection certificate or letter of intent to lease; rigging/lifting chains per terminal with valid inspection certificate or letter of intent to lease.
• Technical scores rounded to 2 decimal places.

Stage 3 – Final Weighted Scoring (total 100):

• Price: 80/90 points (formula: PS = 80(1 − (Pt−Pmin)/Pmin) or 90(1 − (Pt−Pmin)/Pmin)).
• Specific Goals: 20/10 points (claimed via Specific Goals Points Claim Form).

Stage 4 – Price Negotiations (if applicable): if the highest-ranked bidder's price is not market-related, Transnet may negotiate sequentially with the top three bidders or cancel the RFP.

Stage 5 – Award and contract conclusion.

Minimum qualifying score: 70/100 for technical stage.

Evaluation is conducted in five steps: (1) administrative and substantive responsiveness, (2) technical minimum threshold of 70 points, (3) final weighted scoring (price 80/90, specific goals 20/10), (4) price negotiations if applicable, (5) award and contract conclusion.

Stages may be run in parallel; passing one stage does not guarantee passing previous stages.

Personnel experience requirements (per stevedore gang):

• Foreman: minimum 2 years experience
• Supervisor: minimum 2 years experience
• Hatchman: minimum 2 years experience
• Sereng (assistant hatchman): minimum 1 year experience
• Workmen: minimum 1 year experience in container stevedoring services

CVs with qualifications must be submitted; copies must be certified and not older than 12 months.

Equipment must have valid inspection certificates issued by accredited service providers, or a letter of intent to lease from the lessor.

Forklift > 4 tons per terminal and rigging/lifting chains per terminal must be covered.

Proof of ownership or lease with valid inspection certificate is required.

Electronic pricing schedule must be completed in the Transnet eSupplier portal.

Prices in ZAR inclusive of VAT.

Disbursements not specifically priced will not be considered.

Pricing must follow the prescribed format; deviation may be non-responsive.

Discounted prices considered only if unconditional.

Prices firm for 12 months, then adjustable by mutual agreement.

Transnet may negotiate market-related price with top three bidders sequentially; if no agreement, RFP may be cancelled.

Pricing must be submitted electronically in the Transnet eSupplier portal; no paper pricing schedules accepted.

Prices quoted in South African Rand inclusive of VAT.

Any disbursement not specifically priced for will not be considered.

Pricing must follow the prescribed pricing schedule format; deviation may render the bid non-responsive.

Discounted prices considered only if offered unconditionally.

Prices must remain firm and fixed for 12 months from contract award, then subject to adjustment by mutual agreement.

Bid validity: 180 business days from closing date.

Transnet may negotiate a market-related price if the highest-ranked bidder's price is not market-related; if no agreement with the top three, the RFP may be cancelled.

No bid security or guarantee is specified in the document.

Mandatory eligibility:

• Valid stevedore operating licence issued by Transnet National Port Authority.
• Tax compliance: submit SARS TCS PIN or CSD number; each party in a JV/consortium/subcontract must provide its own.
• Bids from persons in the service of the state, or companies with directors who are state employees, will not be considered.
• Registration on the Transnet eSupplier portal and submission through own profile.
• Compliance with the Employment Equity Act.
• Security clearance may be required for the successful bidder's personnel and subcontractors (level CONFIDENTIAL/SECRET/TOP SECRET).
• Joint ventures: submit signed JV/consortium agreement or written intention with percentage split and responsibilities; evaluated on one consolidated B-BBEE scorecard.
• B-BBEE: preference points claimed via Specific Goals Points Claim Form; a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (as per DTIC guidelines) is required.
• Local content: not specified in the document.

Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act is required.

Bidders must address risk related to non-performance in terms of quality, continuity of supply, and OHS compliance in their proposal.

Bidders must submit details of their entity's environmental policies, covering waste disposal, recycling and energy conservation.

Contract duration: 2 years.

Transformation obligations: winning bidder must contract on at least one transformation initiative – subcontracting and/or job creation and preservation; must sub-contract a minimum of 30% of total contract value or create job opportunities.

Failure to meet these conditions may prevent contract conclusion.

Service provider is fully responsible for acts and omissions of its personnel.

Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations is required.

Security clearance may be required for personnel and subcontractors (CONFIDENTIAL/SECRET/TOP SECRET); obtaining clearance is the bidder's responsibility.

Transnet may cancel the contract and request placement on the National Treasury's Restricted Suppliers database (up to 10 years) if incorrect information was furnished.

Transnet may award to the next ranked bidder if the preferred bidder fails to sign or commence the contract.

Transnet may request ESG information for record purposes but not for evaluation.

Transnet may conduct due diligence on subcontractors to detect fronting.

Transformation as a condition of contract: winning bidder must sub-contract a minimum of 30% of total contract value or create job opportunities.

Failure to meet these conditions may prevent contract conclusion.

Security clearance may be required for personnel and subcontractors.

Transnet may cancel the contract and restrict the supplier for up to 10 years for incorrect information.

Mandatory: valid stevedore operating licence issued by Transnet National Port Authority.

Technical requirements:

• CVs with qualifications for each stevedore gang (experience as specified).
• Staff transport vehicle with minimum 15-passenger capacity (ownership or lease/hire letter).
• Equipment: forklift > 4 tons per terminal and rigging/lifting chains per terminal, with valid inspection certificates or lease letters.

Stage 1: Administrative and substantive responsiveness (including valid stevedore licence).

Stage 2: Technical minimum threshold 70/100 – personnel (25), shuttle (30 per terminal), equipment (45).

Stage 3: Price (80/90) and Specific Goals (20/10).

Stage 4: Price negotiations if price not market-related.

Stage 5: Award and contract conclusion.