REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO LEASE THE PREMISES IN EXTENT OF 16.25m2 AT ELLIOT

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO LEASE THE PREMISES IN EXTENT OF 16.25m2 AT ELLIOT BASIN FOR THE PORT OF CAPE TOWN FOR A PERIOD OF UP TO TEN (10) YEARS. The space at Elliott Basin is to be leased for storage, as part of Transnet National Ports Authority’s port-land leasing. Bidder suitability includes port-related property leasing capability, ability to undertake refurbishment to fit for purpose, and compliance with tax, B-BBEE, CSD and security requirements.

Requirements

• Tax compliance: SARS PIN/TCS or equivalent; CSD registration if no TCS; sign all tax-related proofs.
• Central supplier database registration (CSD) prior to award; proof for foreign bidders if applicable.
• B-BBEE status certificate or sworn affidavit; JV arrangements if applicable.
• Returnable documents: SBD forms, JV agreements, and all other essential/returnable documents.
• Track record: minimum 2 years’ experience; at least 2 reference letters not older than 5 years.
• Financial viability: bank rating (latest, within 3 months) and cash flow projections; capital expenditure and maintenance plans.
• Compliance with Employment Equity Act and confidentiality/non-disclosure where required.
• Security considerations and due diligence as per the lease process.
• Inspections prior to submission and alignment with Port Development Framework Plan (PDFP).

How to Apply

• Obtain documents from National Treasury e-Tender Portal (etenders.gov.za) or Transnet portal (transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) (see TNPA/2026/09/0014/114795/RFP.pdf).
• Submit bids electronically via the Transnet eTender Submission Portal; log in or register, upload against this tender, and ensure all mandatory/returnable documents are included (Section 5).
• Submission deadline: 13 November 2026 at 10:00; clarifications by 23 October 2026.
• Non-compulsory briefing session: 14 October 2026 at 10:00 via Microsoft Teams (link in RFP); site visit by arrangement via PORTOFCAPETOWNPROPERTYRFP@transnet.net.
• Ensure compliance with 120-day bid validity; questions, and post-tender negotiations may apply if pricing is not market-related.

(Attached document file referenced: TNPA 2026 09 0014 114795 RFP.pdf)