# For Leasing of the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities Siding Number 100579 (Orchard) for a period of ten (10) years

- **Reference:** BT1TRIMRFPWR2 Orchard
- **Issuer:** [Transnet SOC Ltd](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/transnet-soc-ltd.md)
- **Region:** Western Cape
- **Type:** Request for proposal
- **Published:** 2026-08-28
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-30 12:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-07 13:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Real estate activities](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/L68.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Leasing of the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding 100579 (Orchard) for ten years.** This RFP targets entities with strong rail/logistics leasing capability, capital investment ability, and compliance across environmental, health & safety, security, and B-BBEE requirements.

#### Requirements
- Demonstrated logistics/rail siding experience plus complete Annexures Q (Company Experience Summary) and R (Individual Experience), with verifiable references.
- Sufficient Financial Capacity: proof of funding (debt/equity), audited or reviewed financial statements, bank confirmations; separate TCS/CSD where applicable; compliance for consortia/JVs.
- Compliance & Risk: Environmental approvals and licenses (incl. Water Use License), Environmental Plan (Annexure L), BCM Plan (Annexure O), Health & Safety Checklist (Annexure P), TRIM Risk/Business Continuity requirements (Annexures M,N; 4.4).
- Operational & Investment Commitment: Detailed Investment Plan (Annexure K), Conceptual Operating Model (4.6), Security Plan (4.7), maintenance responsibilities (4.8), end-of-lease condition assessments.
- Compliance Credentials: Tax compliance (SARS PIN/TCS or CSD), SANAS B-BBEE or Sworn Affidavits, JV ownership reports if applicable.
- Evaluation: Three-stage process—responsiveness, functional minimum 70%, then price and preferential criteria (Specific Goals).

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 30 November 2026 at 10:00; submit electronically via the Transnet eTender Portal (see RFP).
- Briefing: online non-compulsory briefing on MS Teams (7 September 2026); site visit 8 October 2026 (13:00).
- Submission method: upload via the eTender portal; sign documents (authorised signatories) and attach all returnable documents.
- Pre-qualifications: SARS TCS PIN, CSD number; B-BBEE certificates or sworn affidavits; JV/consortium details if applicable.
- Documents to submit: SBD1 form; Annexures A–S (including Annexure H Lease Agreement, Annexure I Rental Offer, Annexure K Investment Plan, Annexure L Environmental Plan, Annexure M,N,R,S, etc.); ensure all forms are completed and signed.

Notes: Full details are in 260827_RFP_Orchards_FINAL.pdf and the Bid Advertisement Form (Bid Advertisement Form-Orchard.docx).

## Description

For Leasing of the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities Siding Number 100579 (Orchard) for a period of ten (10) years

For Leasing of the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities Siding Number 100579 (Orchard) for a period of ten (10) years

Conditions: There will be an online non-compulsory briefing session for this transaction on MS Teams. The link to join the session has been provided on the cover page of the RFP. Briefing Venue: Microsoft Teams

## Documents

- Bid Advertisement Form-Orchard.docx..docx
- Orchard Tender office submission.zip..zip

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## Published on

- [eTenders.gov.za](https://www.etenders.gov.za)

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