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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
Queens Warehouse, 237 Mahatma Gandhi Road - Durban - Durban -
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
24 Aug 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-166495
This tender covers the mechanical HVAC refurbishment of the queens warehouse at the port of durban, including the removal and replacement of extractor fans, installation of new air conditioning units, ductwork, and fire protection demolition works, over an 11-month period. Bidders must be able to verify all site conditions and dimensions, comply with SANS 10400, and coordinate with the nec supervisor for any variations.
Bidders must verify all site conditions, dimensions and levels before construction and notify the NEC supervisor of any variations.
The contractor must remove and replace existing GX9, GX12 and GX6 extractor fans with new units, and return existing extractor fans to the project manager.
All extractor fans must be fitted with filters.
Building works must conform to SANS 10400 standards and the architectural discipline specification.
The contractor must procure and install all HVAC equipment, including condensing units, indoor units, fans, ductwork and grilles, as per the schedules and drawings.
Electrical installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician, and all work must be covered by a certificate of compliance.
The contractor must carry out fire protection demolition works, including removal and reinstallation of fire hydrants, hose reels, extinguishers and signage, with new units to be supplied.
The project duration is eleven (11) months.
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Queens Warehouse, 237 Mahatma Gandhi Road - Durban - Durban -
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Description
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip24 Aug
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
29 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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Annexure B - CIVIL.zip
Annexure B - STRUCTURES.zip
Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip
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Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip
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Annexure K.zip
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Annexure B - ELECTRICAL.zip
Refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse building at the Port of Durban, including electrical installation works such as lighting, power, socket outlets, switches, isolators, occupancy sensors, PVC power skirting, and LED floodlight luminaires. The project is for Transnet National Ports Authority and has an eleven-month duration.
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The tender covers the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse building at the Port of Durban. The scope includes demolition, new wall tiling, sanitary fixtures, ceilings, floor finishes, painting, shopfront glazing, ironmongery, and waterless waste valves. All materials must be approved by the architect, and samples must be submitted for approval before installation. Work must comply with SANS standards and manufacturer's instructions.
Important Dates
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip (unknown)Closing time: 16:00 on 29 September 2026 (from tender record).
Contact Information
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip (unknown){"name":"MR. levels","email":null,"phone":null,"department":null,"address":null}
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip (unknown)Returnable forms — all must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid:
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip (unknown)Bidders must be registered on the CSD (Central Supplier Database) and hold a valid SARS Tax Clearance (TCS) pin.
B-BBEE status level must be provided for preference points.
CIDB grading may be required for construction works (not stated in the extract).
Bidders must complete and sign all mandatory National Treasury standard forms (SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 8, SBD 9, and any others included in the tender pack).
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip (unknown)Scope: Refurbishment of Queens Warehouse building, Port of Durban, including:
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure B - ARCHITECTURE.zip (unknown)CSD registration required.
Valid SARS Tax Clearance (TCS) pin required.
B-BBEE status level required for preference points.
CIDB grading may be required for construction works (not stated in the extract).
Description
Source: Annexure.zipThe project involves the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse administration building at the Port of Durban. The purpose of the health and safety specification is to provide information relevant to the refurbishment, ensuring the health and safety of persons at work and the general public. The specification applies to the Project Management team, Principal Contractor, Sub-Contractors, Suppliers, and Visitors performing construction work within the Queens Warehouse administration offices.
Important Dates
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)Closing date: 29 September 2026 at 16:00. No other dates are specified in the document.
Contact Information
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)No specific contact information is provided in the document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)Submit the bid in accordance with the RFP instructions. The closing date is 29 September 2026 at 16:00. Ensure all required forms are completed, signed, and submitted. The bid must include the completed Health and Safety Cost Breakdown and the Project Site Specific Health and Safety Specification. Failure to submit all required documentation may result in disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)The evaluation will consider the bidder's compliance with the health and safety specifications, including the submission of a Safety Management Plan, risk assessments, and method statements. The bidder must demonstrate competence and qualifications of personnel. The evaluation will also consider the bidder's approach to environmental management as per the Construction Environmental Management Plan.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)The scope includes the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse administration building at the Port of Durban. The project duration is eleven (11) months. The contractor must comply with the Project Site Specific Health and Safety Specification, including conducting hazard identification and risk assessments, developing safe working procedures, and providing method statements for each activity. Concrete works must comply with specified mix designs, curing methods, and testing requirements. The contractor must submit aggregate samples at least six weeks before concreting commences. Concrete cover must be 50mm for exposed surfaces to moisture. Reinforcing steel must comply with SANS 920.
Financial Requirements
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)The bidder must provide a bid bond as a form of guarantee. Payment will be based on payment certificates. Retention monies shall not exceed 10% of any amount due, and where guarantees are provided, total retention shall not exceed 5% of the contract price. The bidder must complete the Health and Safety Cost Breakdown, which includes costs for human resources, systems documentation, meetings and administration, H&S training, PPE and safety equipment, signage and barricading, workplace facilities, emergency and rescue measures, hygiene surveys and monitoring, medical surveillance, safe transport of workers, HazMat management, substance abuse testing, H&S reward and recognition, and total health and safety estimate.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure.zip (unknown)The bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). The bidder must provide a valid tax compliance status. The bidder must comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and SANS 10400. The bidder must provide proof of insurance as per the Transnet principal controlled insurance requirements. The bidder must complete and submit the Health and Safety Cost Breakdown form.
Section
Source: Annexure.zipThe bidder must submit a Contractor's Organogram, Contact Information, List of Plant and Equipment, List of Hazardous Substances, Material Safety Data Sheets, Site Layout Plan, Site Establishment Method Statement, Minutes of Inception Meeting, Environmental Induction Attendance Register, Activity-based Method Statements, Inspection Reports, Environmental legislation list, Environmental Awareness Attendance Registers, Environmental Incident Reports, Minutes of SHE Meetings, Waste Records, Water Records, Energy Records, Non-Conformance Records, Approval of Environmental File, Site Access Certificate, Approved Checklist, Monthly PER Reports, Rehabilitation Method Statement, Site Close-Out Report, Environmental File Handover Transmittal, and Site Closure Certificate. The bidder must also comply with the Construction Environmental Management Plan, including the use of specified templates and forms.
Important Dates
Source: Annexure K.zip (TENDER)Closing date: 17 September 2025, closing time: 7:00am.
Contact Information
Source: Annexure K.zip (TENDER){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":"would decide","address":null}
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure K.zip (TENDER)The contract will be administered under the NEC3 conditions of contract. Before construction can start, the contractor must submit for approval a Health and Safety file, contractor's works insurance, public liability insurance, and a construction guarantee. The contractor must provide a schedule of works programme during contract negotiation, showing a clear logical methodology and critical path, to be approved by the project manager or supervisor. Subcontractors must be selected from the TNPA approved list and must be financially stable, experienced, and have the capacity to handle the project. The contractor must comply with TNPA supplier development processes. The contractor must obtain separate metering for electricity and water, and negotiate water rates with the Employer. The contractor must comply with TNPA security management access requirements, including applying for access permits. The contractor must submit a quality plan for approval by TNPA's quality department and provide a full-time quality officer. The contractor must employ a registered construction health and safety practitioner as an external service provider if required.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure K.zip (TENDER)The project is the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse building at the Port of Durban, to provide a safe working environment for TNPA employees and optimise port land usage. The work will be carried out in phases to manage safety hazards such as slips, trips, falls, noise, and chemical exposure. Employees will be relocated in phases: Phase 1 – port employees to OTB; Phase 2 – PDU, TSS and KZNLH to Bay Terrace; Phase 3 – Engineering HQ to occupy the second floor. The contractor must follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations 2014. Construction methodology includes pre-assembly, prefabrication, modularisation, heavy lifts, transportation, and construction facilities. The contractor is responsible for site fencing, lighting, toilets, site huts, PPE, access control, and temporary services. Power and water must be metered separately by the contractor. The contractor must comply with TNPA security access requirements. The contractor must provide a schedule of works programme and a quality plan. The contractor must organise and carry out all equipment tests and trials, and a completion certificate will be issued after testing. Post-construction, the contractor must complete punch list work, deliver as-built records, operating and maintenance manuals, and other paperwork. Furniture must be returned to its original location at the end of construction phases.
Financial Requirements
Source: Annexure K.zip (TENDER)The contractor must provide contractor's works insurance, public liability insurance, and a construction guarantee before construction commences.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure K.zip (TENDER)Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 85 of 1993 and Construction Regulations 2014. The contractor must submit a Health and Safety file, contractor's works insurance, public liability insurance, and a construction guarantee before construction commences. The contractor must comply with TNPA security management access requirements. The contractor must use subcontractors from the TNPA approved list. The contractor must comply with TNPA supplier development processes. The contractor must submit a quality plan for approval by TNPA's quality department. The contractor must employ a registered construction health and safety practitioner as an external service provider if required.
Section
Source: Annexure K.zipThe contractor must be appointed under NEC3 conditions of contract. The contractor must submit a Health and Safety file, contractor's works insurance, public liability insurance, and a construction guarantee before construction commences. The contractor must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 85 of 1993 and Construction Regulations 2014. The contractor must use subcontractors from the TNPA approved list, who are financially stable, have relevant experience, manpower capacity, and workload volume. The contractor must comply with TNPA supplier development processes. The contractor must obtain separate metering for electricity and water, and negotiate water rates with the Employer. The contractor must comply with TNPA security management access requirements. The contractor must submit a quality plan for approval by TNPA's quality department. The contractor must employ a registered construction health and safety practitioner as an external service provider if required.
Description
Source: Annexure B - ELECTRICAL.zipThe project is the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse building at the Port of Durban, project number XDN.E.0037. The electrical works include lighting, power, and EL&P layouts for ground, first, and second floors, as well as parking areas. The scope covers supply and installation of socket outlets, light switches, isolators, dimmers, motion sensors, USB charging outlets, thermostats, smart automation systems, floor boxes, pop-up boxes, and data/communication modules. Luminaires include various types (pendant, recessed, surface, decorative, emergency) with specified wattages and colour temperatures. All work must comply with the referenced SANS/IEC standards and be suitable for the corrosive port environment.
Contact Information
Source: Annexure B - ELECTRICAL.zip (unknown){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":"y test","address":"andards, codes, and regulations, unless otherwise specified"}
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure B - ELECTRICAL.zip (unknown)Bidders must comply with all referenced SANS/IEC standards. Equipment must be manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management systems. All products must be warranted for minimum 12 months (18 months for occupancy sensors) from practical completion. Bidders must provide manufacturer's test certificates and certified metallurgical test reports for aluminium housings. No specific eligibility criteria (e.g., CSD registration, B-BBEE level, CIDB grading) are stated in the provided document.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure B - ELECTRICAL.zip (unknown)The tender covers the refurbishment of the Queens Warehouse building at the Port of Durban, including electrical works. The electrical scope includes:
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure B - ELECTRICAL.zip (unknown)Compliance with the referenced standards is mandatory, including:
Description
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zipSUPPLY : 400V / 3PH / 50Hz POWER SUPPLY : 220V / 1PH / 50Hz POWER SUPPLY : 220V / 1PH / 50Hz POWER SUPPLY : 220V / 1PH / 50Hz
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Important Dates
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip (unknown)Closing time: 16:00 on 29 September 2026. No briefing or site visit dates are stated.
Contact Information
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip (unknown)Phone: 031 361 1652. No email or submission address is stated.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip (unknown)Returnable documents: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 8 (Declaration of Bidder's Past Supply Chain Management Practices), SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination), SBD 3.1 (Pricing Schedule), and a signed Authority to Sign / Board Resolution. All must be completed, signed, and submitted with the quotation. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and have a valid tax clearance (SARS TCS or tax pin).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip (unknown)Not stated in the provided documents.
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip (unknown)Scope: Refurbishment of Queens Warehouse building, Port of Durban, including HVAC layout, fire protection, and demolition. Key mechanical works: remove and replace existing extractor fans (GX9, GX12, GX6) with new units, return existing fans to the Project Manager, fit all extractor fans with filters. Supply and install air conditioning units (AC1, AC2) and condensing units (CU1, CU2) with specified cooling capacities, power supplies, and piping connections. Install ceiling fans (F1, F2, F3) and wall-mounted fans with specified flow rates and power ratings. All electrical work to be done by a qualified electrician, with isolator/power points and conduit. Verify all dimensions and levels on site; notify the NEC Supervisor of any variations before construction. Building works to conform to SANS 10400 standards. Fire protection: supply and install fire hose reels, fire extinguishers (DCP, CO2, phosphate monoammonium), fire hydrants, and fire signage at specified locations and heights.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Annexure B - MECHANICAL.zip (unknown)CSD registration required. Valid tax clearance (SARS TCS or tax pin) required. B-BBEE status level claimed via SBD 6.1. CIDB grading may be required for construction work, but no grade is specified.
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