# THE APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE SUPPLY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF SIGNALLING CABLES AND EQUIPMENT BETWEEN CLAIRWOOD AND MEREBANK STATION FOR THE SIGNALS DEPARTMENT IN THE KZN REGION FOR A PERIOD OF NINE (9) MONTHS.

- **Reference:** DBN/CAP /BAC/051
- **Issuer:** [Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/passenger-rail-agency-of-south-africa.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Request for proposal
- **Published:** 2026-10-16
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-17 14:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-26 12:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Machinery repair and installation](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/C33.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**The appointment of a service provider for the supply, installation and commissioning of signalling cables and equipment between Clairwood and Merebank Station in the KZN region for a nine-month period.** Bidders should have CIDB grading of 6EP or higher and relevant rail signaling/electrical installation capabilities.

#### Requirements
- CIDB grading: 6EP or higher
- Demonstrated experience in supplying, installing and commissioning signalling cables/equipment for rail projects
- Compliance with regulatory and procurement requirements (tax compliance, CSD registration, and related BAFO/PPF processes)
- Ability to provide required warranties, safety, confidentiality and insurance as per contract annexures (e.g., 10% performance bond; safety and site access obligations)
- Commitment to ongoing governance: BBBEE considerations and compliance with PRASA contract terms

#### How to Apply
- Download bid documents from the e-Tender portal (BID DOCUMENTS MUST BE DOWNLOADED FROM E-TENDER PORTAL).
- Attend the compulsory briefing: 26 October 2026 at 10:00, Metrorail Office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Durban Station.
- Submit proposals in sealed envelopes to Tender Box No.4, The Secretariat/Tender Office, PRASA, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station (Roof Level Entrance).
- Include required documents: Form A (invitation), Form B (terms), Form C (pricing), Form D (site inspection), Form E (works carried out), Form F (security screening), Form G (acknowledgement), Form H (funding contingency), SBD 4, SBD 6.1, CSD/TAX compliance proof, and any JV agreements if applicable (see Annexures in the RFP). See attached Master RFP BAC 051 and Annexures for details (e.g., ANNEXURE 1 Returnables, ANNEXURE 4 Draft Contract).
- Timelines: Questions close 10 November 2026; responses 13 November 2026; Closing date 17 November 2026 at 12:00.
- Documents to obtain from attachments: Master RFP - BAC 051, Annexure 4 Draft Contract, Annexure 1 Returnables, Annexure 2 Excel pricing, Annexure 3 Volume 2 Form C.

## Description

THE APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE SUPPLY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF SIGNALLING CABLES AND EQUIPMENT BETWEEN CLAIRWOOD AND MEREBANK STATION FOR THE SIGNALS DEPARTMENT IN THE KZN REGION FOR A PERIOD OF NINE (9) MONTHS.

THE APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE SUPPLY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF SIGNALLING CABLES AND EQUIPMENT BETWEEN CLAIRWOOD AND MEREBANK STATION FOR THE SIGNALS DEPARTMENT IN THE KZN REGION FOR A PERIOD OF NINE (9) MONTHS.

Conditions: BID DOCUMENTS MUST BE DOWNLOADED FROM E-TENDER PORTAL. Proposal Responses should be submitted to tender box no.4 in a sealed envelope addressed as follows: The Secretariat / Tender Office PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA 65 MASABALALA YENGWA AVENUE GREYVILLE DURBAN STATION ROOF LEVEL ENTRANCE COMPULSORY BRIEFING WILL BE ON 26 OCTOBER 2026, @ 10H00, CIDB GRADING: 6EPOR HIGHER Briefing Venue: METRORAIL OFFICE, 65 MASABALALA YENGWA AVENUE, DURBAN STATION, DURBAN

## Documents

- ANNEXURE 4 Draft Contract for lConstruction-Clairwood and Merebank-bac 051.doc..doc
- ANNEXURE 3-VOLUME 2 -BAC 051.pdf..pdf
- Master RFP -BAC 051.pdf..pdf
- ANNEXURE 1- RETURNABLES-DBN-CAP-BAC-051.pdf..pdf
- ANNEXURE 2-BAC 051.xlsx..xlsx
- ANNEXURE 4 Draft Contract for lConstruction-Clairwood and Merebank-bac 051.doc
- ANNEXURE 1- RETURNABLES-DBN-CAP-BAC-051.pdf
- Master RFP -BAC 051.pdf
- ANNEXURE 3-VOLUME 2 -BAC 051.pdf
- ANNEXURE 2-BAC 051.xlsx

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