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Summary
PRASA kwazulu-natal seeks a teta-accredited service provider to deliver hiab (truck-mounted crane) operator training for its staff on an as-and-when-required basis over a 12-month period. The training includes theoretical and practical sessions, with materials and certification provided by the supplier, and must comply with saqa unit standard 242978.
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RFQRFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdfReview complete
Description
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf
Award analysis coverage
0 of 1 source documents fully reviewed. Unstated details are identified only after complete source review.
technical scope
20 sourced criteria
financial capacity
7 sourced criteria
pricing
1 sourced criteria
compliance returnables
17 sourced criteria
evaluation
9 sourced criteria
experience
11 sourced criteria
personnel
3 sourced criteria
equipment capacity
2 sourced criteria
delivery contract
3 sourced criteria
equity registrations
3 sourced criteria
What the buyer was looking for
1Mandatory requirement
Service provider must be fully conversant with the latest edition of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
An award confirms appointment. It does not prove why a supplier was selected, that every qualification remains current, or that delivery was completed successfully.
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Bid-ready summary
The appointment of a service provider to facilitate HIAB (truckβmounted cranes) as and when required for 12β―months for PRASA KZN region β training Metrorail KZN staff to operate the HIAB.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Submit the quotation before 12:00β―PM on 11β―Juneβ―2026.
Deliver sealed bids to the bid box at 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, PRASA Regional Office Foyer Area, Helpdesk, KwaZuluβNatal.
Use the official bid forms supplied β do not reβtype the content.
Include all mandatory returnable documents; missing any will lead to disqualification.
Complete the closing register on submission or provide proof of timely delivery.
Late bids will be rejected.
Do not contact PRASA SCM officers or employees between the closing time and award β such contact will result in disqualification.
No changes to the quotation will be accepted after the deadline.
Bids must remain valid for 60 working days from the closing date; PRASA may request an extension on the same terms.
Quotations must be addressed to PRASA and signed with proof of authority (e.g., company resolution).
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Signature block β includes bidderβs signature, name, designation, and date; also includes space for authorised representativeβs signature.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Stageβ―1 β Compliance (mandatory requirements and returnable documents). Only bidders who satisfy Stageβ―1A will proceed.
Stageβ―2 β Scoring:
β’ Price β maximum 80 points (80/20 preference point formula:β―Psβ―=β―80β―Γβ―(1β―ββ―(PtβPmin)/Pmin)).
β’ Specific goals β maximum 20 points (points claimed must be supported by documented evidence such as BβBBEE certificate, localisation letters, etc.).
Total possible scoreβ―=β―100 points.
Bidders must submit proof for each specific goal; failure to do so means no points will be awarded for that goal.
PRASA reserves the right to verify any preferenceβpoint claim and to apply objective criteria (track record, award concentration, specialised nature of the service) when awarding the contract.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Scope:
Provide HIAB (truckβmounted crane) training for PRASA KZN staff on an asβandβwhen basis over a 12βmonth period.
Materials β training manuals, competency certificates, tools and equipment supplied by the service provider.
Accreditation:
Service provider must be accredited by the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA).
Quality control:
Control of training, quality assurance and quality control must remain under the direct control of the service provider; any subcontractor arrangements must be demonstrably functional and satisfactory to PRASA.
Health & safety:
Provider must be fully conversant with the latest Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Standards:
SAQA unit standard 242978 must be applied.
Experience evidence:
Submit details of recent HIAB training programmes with traceable references.
Training programme:
Submit a pointβform programme showing sections covered, start and completion dates.
Methodology
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Training will be conducted at PRASA Offices, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Durban Station. The programme consists of three days of theoretical and practical sessions. The service provider must supply training manuals, competency certificates and the necessary tools/equipment.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf
Must hold TETA accreditation.
Provide detailed information on recent HIAB training programmes with traceable references.
Submit a pointβform training programme showing sections covered, duration and expected start/completion dates.
Materials to supply β training manuals, competency certificates, tools and equipment.
Quality assurance β control of training and QA must remain under the direct control of the service provider; any subcontractor arrangements must be demonstrably functional and satisfactory to PRASA.
Quality Management
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf
Control of training and quality assurance must remain under the direct control of the service provider. If a specialist subcontractor is used, a functional contractual arrangement must be demonstrated to PRASAβs satisfaction.
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Quote in South African Rand, inclusive of all taxes.
Price must be firm and clearly indicated on the prescribed Pricing Schedule Annexure.
Complete the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) as per the schedule; any deviation may render the bid nonβresponsive.
Provide a cost breakdown and indicate any priceβescalation formula.
Discounted prices will only be considered at the final evaluation stage and must be unconditional.
PRASA will pay within 30β―days of receipt of a correct tax invoice.
Late delivery or completion may attract a penalty of 0.3β―% of the contract price per day (capped at 10β―% of the contract value).
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Tax compliance β submit SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or printed TCS certificate; if no PIN, provide CSD number.
Central Supplier Database β all bidders must be registered on the National Treasury CSD (foreign suppliers without a local entity are exempt).
BβBBEE β submit BβBBEE certificate/affidavit (points available for Levelβ―1 and 51β―% Black ownership).
Localisation β provide municipal councillor letter, utility bill or lease to prove business location within eThekwini or elsewhere in KZN.
CIPC β submit current registration certificate.
Disclosure β complete SBD4 form disclosing any state employment, relationships with PRASA staff, PEP/PIP status and interests in related enterprises; false declarations may lead to disqualification or contract termination.
Persons in the service of the state β bidders or companies with directors who are state employees are disqualified.
Joint ventures/consortia β each party must submit separate TCS PIN/CSD number.
Legal compliance β bidder must comply with all applicable national and local laws.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
51β―% Black ownership β 5 points (certificate/affidavit required).
Evidence will be verified against CIPC registration and CSD report; points are allocated proportionally based on percentage owned.
Health & Safety
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf
Service provider must be fully conversant with the latest edition of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf
PRASAβs liability is limited to claims arising from failure to source funding or nonβaward of the tender; bidders waive any right to institute proceedings against PRASA in such circumstances.
Special Conditions
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Penalty for delayed training β 0.3β―% of the contract price per day, not to exceed 10β―% of the contract value. Training duration is five days; venue is Durban Station Training Centre; applicable unit standard is 242979.
Requirements
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf (RFQ)
Bidder must certify that all statements are true and complete, that the bid was prepared independently, and that no collusive arrangements exist. Any suspicious bids may be reported to the Competition Commission or NPA.
Section
Source: RFQ Document for truck mounted crane .pdf
Specificβgoal scoring β points are allocated based on evidence for BβBBEE, localisation and other goals as set out in Tableβ―1.
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
3Mandatory requirement
Bidder must certify that all statements are true and complete, that the bid was prepared independently, and that no collusive arrangements exist. Any suspicious bids may be reported to the Competition Commission or NPA.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
4Inferred operational need
Penalty for delayed training β 0.3β―% of the contract price per day, not to exceed 10β―% of the contract value. Training duration is five days; venue is Durban Station Training Centre; applicable unit standard is 242979.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
14Mandatory requirement
Control of training, quality assurance and quality control must remain under the direct control of the service provider; any subcontractor arrangements must be demonstrably functional and satisfactory to PRASA.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
50Scored criterion
Specific goals β maximum 20 points (points claimed must be supported by documented evidence such as BβBBEE certificate, localisation letters, etc.).
Threshold: maximum 20 points (points claimed must be supported by documented ev
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
53Scored criterion
PRASA reserves the right to verify any preferenceβpoint claim and to apply objective criteria (track record, award concentration, specialised nature of the service) when awarding the contract.
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
55Mandatory requirement
- TETA accreditation is mandatory for the service provider. - Submit proof of prior HIAB training experience with traceable references. - Provide a detailed training programme (sections, duration, start/completion dates). - Deliver training at PRASA Offices, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Durban Station (3-day courses). - Supply all training materials (manuals, certificates, tools/equipment). - Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and SAQA unit standard 242978. - Register on National Treasuryβs Central Supplier Database (CSD) and submit SARS TCS PIN or CSD number.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements Β· requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
56Mandatory requirement
Must hold TETA accreditation.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
63Mandatory requirement
Quality assurance β control of training and QA must remain under the direct control of the service provider; any subcontractor arrangements must be demonstrably functional and satisfactory to PRASA.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
66Inferred operational need
The appointment of a service provider to facilitate HIAB (truckβmounted cranes) as and when required for 12β―months for PRASA KZN region β training Metrorail KZN staff to operate the HIAB.
Threshold: 12β―months
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
68Inferred operational need
Disclosure β complete SBD4 form disclosing any state employment, relationships with PRASA staff, PEP/PIP status and interests in related enterprises; false declarations may lead to disqualification or contract termination.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
69Mandatory requirement
Training will be conducted at PRASA Offices, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Durban Station. The programme consists of three days of theoretical and practical sessions. The service provider must supply training manuals, competency certificates and the necessary tools/equipment.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
71Inferred operational need
PRASAβs liability is limited to claims arising from failure to source funding or nonβaward of the tender; bidders waive any right to institute proceedings against PRASA in such circumstances.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
72Mandatory requirement
Control of training and quality assurance must remain under the direct control of the service provider. If a specialist subcontractor is used, a functional contractual arrangement must be demonstrated to PRASAβs satisfaction.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
The linked award records SHUMANI INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 450000 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
APPOINTMENT OF SERVICE PROVIDER(S) FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF QUEUE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SASSA LOCAL OFFICES AT KZNSASSA:08-25-ICT-KZN