# REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO LEASE THE PREMISES IN EXTENT OF 2444,6m2 AT EASTERN

- **Reference:** TNPA/2026/09/0007/114788/RFP
- **Issuer:** [Transnet National Ports Authority](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/transnet-national-ports-authority.md)
- **Region:** Western Cape
- **Type:** Request for proposal
- **Published:** 2026-10-02
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-13 12:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-14 10:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Real estate activities](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/L68.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**The RFP seeks to lease a 2444.6 m2 premises at Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin, Port of Cape Town, for up to ten years.** Bidders with port/LEASING and property development experience, capable of refurbishing and maintaining leased space, should consider bidding. Proponent qualifications include SA tax compliance, CSD registration, and B-BBEE status where applicable; and readiness for site inspection and potential alignment with port planning requirements. 

#### Requirements
- Lease of premises on an as-is basis for storage/laydown (Eastern Mole-Tanker Basin, 2444.6 m2); exclusions apply (hazardous chemicals, fertilizers, refueling depots, etc.).
- Bidder must refurbish/upgrade as necessary and ensure fit-for-purpose use; beneficial occupation may be negotiated with justification and cost bearing by the bidder.
- Minimum pre-qualification: 2+ years in the proposed use; at least 2 reference letters within 5 years; bank rating not older than 3 months; cash flow and capital expenditure/maintenance plans; alignment to Port Development Framework Plan.
- Compliance: tax compliance (SARS PIN or CSD registration), B-BBEE status (certificate or sworn affidavit for EMEs/QSEs), DPIP/FPPO disclosures if applicable, confidentiality and data protection, and all essential returnable documents.
- Evaluate on administrative responsiveness, substantive responsiveness, technical/functional criteria (minimum 66.67/100), with final award per policy and possible post-tender negotiations.

#### How to Apply
- Key dates: non-compulsory briefing 14 Oct 2026 at 10:00 (MS Teams); questions close 23 Oct 2026; closing date 2 Nov 2026 at 12:00; bid validity 120 business days; site visit by arrangement. (See attached RFP document TNPA/2026/09/0007/114788/RFP)
- Submission method: electronic submissions via the Transnet e-Tender Portal (transnetetenders.azurewebsites.net) against the TNPA tender; ensure uploads are timely and filenames use allowed characters.
- Documents to submit (returnables): SBD 1 form, Certificate of Acquaintance with RFP, RFP Declaration, Specific Goals/FFF forms, Job Creation & Skills Development, Protection of Personal Information, Joint Venture agreements if applicable, Tax PIN/Tax Clearance, Company Resolution, Bank Rating, Capital & Maintenance Plans, Reference Letters, Company Profile, and the Pricing Schedule (Section 4).
- Where to obtain documents: download from National Treasury e-Tender Portal or Transnet Portal (see RFP). (Document file: TNPA 2026 09 0007 114788 RFP.pdf)

## Description

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO LEASE THE PREMISES IN EXTENT OF 2444,6m2 AT EASTERN

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO LEASE THE PREMISES IN EXTENT OF 2444,6m2 AT EASTERN MOLE-TANKER BASIN FOR THE PORT OF CAPE TOWN FOR A PERIOD OF UP TO TEN (10) YEARS.

Briefing Session: The meeting link is on the RFP document

## Documents

- TNPA 2026 09 0007 114788 RFP.pdf..pdf
- TNPA 2026 09 0007 114788 RFP.pdf
- Tender documents

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