# REQUEST FOR TENDER (RFP) FOR THE REFURBISHMENT OF RAILS BY MEANS OF FIELD WELDING AND GRINDING OF RAIL MANUFACTURED CROSSINGS, WHEEL SPIN BURNS (SKID MARKS) BATTERED ENDS REMOVAL OF ULTRASONIC DEFECTS BY MEANS OF EXOTHERMIC WELDING OF RAIL JOINT (48KG/M,57KG/M AND60KG/M AND GRINDING OF OVERLAPS ON TURNOUTS ON “AS AND WHEN” REQUIRED BASIS FOR PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS IN THE METRORAIL GAUTENG REGION.

> This tender closed on 2026-10-09.

- **Reference:** 66/08/2026-GAU-PERWAY
- **Issuer:** [Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa Johannesburg](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/passenger-rail-agency-of-south-africa-johannesburg.md)
- **Region:** National
- **Type:** Construction Tender
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-09 12:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Civil engineering](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F42.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**RFP for refurbishment of rails by field welding and grinding of rail crossings, wheel-spin burns, battered ends, ultrasonic defect removal by exothermic welding of rail joints (48 kg/m, 57 kg/m, 60 kg/m) and grinding of overlaps on turnouts, in the Gauteng Metropole Region for 36 months.** Eligible bidders are service providers with on-track welding/grinding capability, qualified track welders, and safety/compliance infrastructure (CIDB 7CE/7ME or higher; track-welding certificates; on-site safety management).

#### Requirements
- CIDB grading: 7CE or 7ME or higher; provide CIDB certificate (Stage 1 mandatory).
- On-track experience: proven track welding/grinding capability; track welders with valid certificates; PRASA to test welders pre-start.
- Staffing per contract: three welding teams (each with two welders, three flagmen, twelve track workers) plus one Track Inspector/Master; one on-site Health & Safety Officer; all must be certified.
- Qualifications for key staff: Track Inspector/Master, Track Welder (QCTO), Health & Safety Officer (SACPCMP), Flagman; copies/certifications must be supplied.
- Plant, equipment, and consumables: contractor provides all machinery, transport, and consumables; on-site maintenance; no PRASA-forbidden borrowing of PRASA plant.
- Safety and site rules: comply with OHS Act; safety file; dedicated Safety Officer on site; lookouts for approaching rail traffic; training and PPE; site-protection by contractor flagmen.
- Operational delivery: daily workload targets (e.g., 2 crossings welded/grinded or 50 skid marks or 8 exothermic welds) and site sign-off procedures; occupancy rules and potential penalties for delays.
- Evaluation: 80% technical threshold; 80/20 weighting (80 for price, 20 for specific goals); detailed evaluation of organizational experience and key staff qualifications; NIPP and SBD5 compliance required.

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 9 October 2026, 10:00 (per tender data).
- Submission method: via the ETenders online portal; no email/late submissions accepted (CIDB advert details).
- Documents to submit (mandatory): Form C – Pricing & Delivery Schedule; BOQ/Pricing; CIDB certificate 7CE/7ME+; Form D – compulsory briefing attendance; SBD 5 (NIPP); COID; SARS PIN; CSD number; JV/Partnering agreements if any; all forms annexed in the RFP package.
- Pre-qualifications: CIDB 7CE/7ME or higher; on-track welding certificates; valid safety qualifications.
- Briefing session: compulsory, Braamfontein venue, 18 September 2026 at 10:00 (see CIDB advert for details).
- Bid documents: obtain and submit the documents listed in the RFP; scope is detailed in ANNEXURE 4 (SCOPE OF WORK) and pricing in ANNEXURE 5 (PRICING SCHEDULE).
- Draft contract and forms: there is a JBCC Minor Works framework (Annexure 3) and related contract data; ensure consistency with the scope.

Notes: The project targets all Gauteng corridors; daily/occupational limits and penalties are specified in the contract data. Specific goals and NIPP requirements are provided in the body of the RFP (Tables 11–13).

## Description

REQUEST FOR TENDER (RFP) FOR THE REFURBISHMENT OF RAILS BY MEANS OF FIELD WELDING AND GRINDING OF RAIL MANUFACTURED CROSSINGS, WHEEL SPIN BURNS (SKID MARKS) BATTERED ENDS REMOVAL OF ULTRASONIC DEFECTS BY MEANS OF EXOTHERMIC WELDING OF RAIL JOINT (48KG/M,57KG/M AND60KG/M AND GRINDING OF OVERLAPS ON TURNOUTS ON “AS AND WHEN” REQUIRED BASIS FOR PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS IN THE METRORAIL GAUTENG REGION.

REQUEST FOR TENDER (RFP) FOR THE REFURBISHMENT OF RAILS BY MEANS OF FIELD WELDING AND GRINDING OF RAIL MANUFACTURED CROSSINGS, WHEEL SPIN BURNS (SKID MARKS) BATTERED ENDS REMOVAL OF ULTRASONIC DEFECTS BY MEANS OF EXOTHERMIC WELDING OF RAIL JOINT (48KG/M,57KG/M AND60KG/M AND GRINDING OF OVERLAPS ON TURNOUTS ON “AS AND WHEN” REQUIRED BASIS FOR PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS IN THE METRORAIL GAUTENG REGION.

Documents available from: 09 September 2026 Site Meeting: Yes Municipality: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan

## Documents

- 66-08-2026-GAU-PERWAY CIDB ADVERD.pdf..pdf
- ANNEXURE 4 - SCOPE OF WORK (66082026-GAU-PERWAY).pdf..pdf
- ANNEXURE 2 - RFP CLARIFICATION FORM (66.08.2026-GAU-PERWAY).pdf..pdf
- ANNEXURE 3 - DRAFT CONTRACT (66082026-GAU-PERWAY).pdf..pdf
- ANNEXURE 5 - PRICING SCHEDULE (66082026-GAU-PERWAY).pdf..pdf

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