# FOR THE: REPAIR OF 88/6.6 KV 1MVA TRANSFORMER AT WESSELSNEK DISTRIBUTION SUBSTATION

- **Reference:** TFR/2026/10/0003/115085/RFP
- **Issuer:** [Transnet Freight Rail](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/transnet-freight-rail.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Request for proposal
- **Published:** 2026-10-21
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-06 12:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-28 10:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Electricity and gas](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/D35.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Repair of 88/6.6 kV 1MVA transformer at Wesselsnek distribution substation, including site surveys and refurbishment works.** This tender is for electrical transformer repair/maintenance at a distribution substation, open to electrical/industrial service providers with CIDB capabilities to perform transformer refurbishment, and allows joint ventures subject to CIDB rules. Consider bidders with substations experience, safety and regulatory compliance skills, and the ability to provide required pre-qualifications and documentation.

#### Requirements
- CIDB registration: contractor grading designation 3EP or higher; JV requirements and lead partner rules.
- CIDB CRS number and CSD registration; proof of CIDB status for evaluation.
- Attendance at compulsory clarification meeting and provision of signed Returnable Schedule T2.2-01.
- Tax clearance and TCS PIN; proof of compliance with Central Supplier Database.
- Workmen’s Compensation Fund good standing.
- BBBEE documentation (certificate or sworn affidavit) and evidence for specific goals; potential 50% Black Youth Owned eligibility.
- Availability of equipment/resources (T2.2-07) and ability to execute within project timelines.
- Returnable documents: Method Statement (T2.2-02), Previous Experience (T2.2-03), Work Plan (T2.2-04), and other schedules (T2.2-05 to T2.2-20) including POPIA, NDA, etc.

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 06 November 2026 at 10:00 (see PPA - 166086_TRANSFOMER_REPAIR...PDF). Note: the RFQ text also references 12:00; bidders should confirm via the document. (Tender document filename: PPA- 166086 TRANSFOMER REPAIR AT WESSELSNEK 20-10-2026 (003).pdf..pdf)
- Briefing/clarification: Compulsory meeting on or around 27–28 October 2026 at Ladysmith depot; site visit follows briefing (venue: Depot Engineer’s building, Ladysmith). Attendance is mandatory. (see PPA- 166086 document for details)
- Submission method: electronic via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (online portal).
- Documents to submit: signed attendance (T2.2-01), Method Statement (T2.2-02), Previous Experience (T2.2-03), Work Plan (T2.2-04), Authority to Submit (T2.2-05), Letters of Good Standing (T2.2-06), Equipment List (T2.2-07), and full T2 returnable schedules (T2.2-08 to T2.2-20); SBD4/SBD6; POPIA agreement; etc.
- Registrations/pre-qualifications: CIDB 3EP+; CIDB JV compliance; CIDB CRS; CSD registration; valid tax clearance; SANAS/affidavits for BBBEE; and WCF good standing.
- Bidder information: ensure no conflicts of interest, provide due diligence information if requested.
- Documents location: download from National Treasury eTender Portal and Transnet website (see T1.1).

## Description

FOR THE: REPAIR OF 88/6.6 KV 1MVA TRANSFORMER AT WESSELSNEK DISTRIBUTION SUBSTATION

FOR THE: REPAIR OF 88/6.6 KV 1MVA TRANSFORMER AT WESSELSNEK DISTRIBUTION SUBSTATION

Briefing Session: A Compulsory Tender Clarification Meeting will take place on 28 October 2026, at 10:00am \[10 O’clock\] for a period of two + - (2) hours Depot Engineer’s building Corner of Lyell and Alexandra Street Ladysmith 3370. GPS Coordinates: -28.383086, 30.053324 \[Tenderers to provide own transportation and accommodation\]. The Compulsory Tender Clarification Meeting will start punctually, and information will not be repeated for the benefit of Tenderers arriving late. A Site visit/walk will take place immediately after the first tender clarification/ briefing session. The site to be visited is approximately 45Km from the depot. Tenderers are to note: • Tenderers are required to wear safety shoes, goggles, long sleeve shirts, high visibility vests and hard hats. • Tenderers without the recommended PPE will not be allowed on the site walk. • Tenderers and their employees, visitors, clients and customers entering Transnet Offices, Depots, Workshops and Stores will have to undergo breathalyser testing. • All forms of firearms are prohibited on Transnet properties and premises. • The relevant persons attending the meeting must ensure that their identity documents, passports or drivers licences are on them for inspection at the access control gates. Certificate of Attendance in the form set out in the Returnable Schedule T2.2-01 hereto must be completed and submitted with your Tender as proof of attendance is required for a compulsory site meeting and/or tender briefing.Tenderers are required to bring this Returnable Schedule T2.2-01 to the Compulsory Tender Clarification Meeting to be signed by the Employer’s Representative. Tenderers failing to attend the compulsory tender briefing will be disqualified.

## Documents

- PPA- 166086 TRANSFOMER REPAIR AT WESSELSNEK 20-10-2026 (003).pdf..pdf
- PPA- 166086 TRANSFOMER REPAIR AT WESSELSNEK 20-10-2026 (003).pdf
- Tender documents

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