# UPGRADE OF 4x 5TON HOPPERSCALES AT AGRIPORT

- **Reference:** TPT/2026/10/1488/13564/RFQ
- **Issuer:** [Transnet SOC Ltd](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/transnet-soc-ltd.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Request for quotation
- **Published:** 2026-10-26
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-03 18:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-29 07:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Machinery](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/C28.md), [Fabricated metal products](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/C25.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of upgrading 4x 5-ton hopper scales at Port of Durban, Maydon Wharf, for a one-off upgrade, open to bidders with hopper-scale verification/upgrading experience and weighing-instrument accreditation (NRCS/SANAS), able to submit bids via the Transnet e-tender portal.** The RFQ (171953) seeks a supplier to upgrade/install/commission hopper scales, with a compulsory site briefing and electronic submission via the TDPS/eSupplier portal for a single delivery/location (Maydon Wharf). 

#### Requirements
- NRCS/SANAS accreditation as a verification body for weighing instruments, with valid certificate at closing.
- Three signed client reference letters or equivalent purchase orders with verification that hopper scale verification/repair/upgrading was completed in the last 3 years.
- Detailed project schedule from PO receipt to final handover, showing durations, milestones, dependencies; total duration not to exceed 21 days.
- Electronic pricing in the Transnet eSupplier portal; paper pricing not accepted; delivery lead-time to be stated.
- Tax/compliance: SARS PIN or CSD number; cross-check with tax/compliance requirements; NPC/PP requirements may apply.
- Returnable documents indicating B-BBEE status and, if applicable, specific goals compliance; signed declarations and attendance at compulsory briefing (Section 7) are required.

#### How to Apply
- Key dates: compulsory site meeting 29 October 2026 at 09:00 at Isivivane Building, 2 Crofts Road, Maydon Wharf; closing date 3 November 2026 at 16:00.
- Submit bids via the Transnet e-Tender Submission Portal (TDPS) / eSupplier portal; register a profile and upload bid documents (max 30MB per upload); ensure electronic pricing is completed in-portal.
- Include mandatory documents: SBD1 form; NRCS/SANAS accreditation proof; three client references; detailed project schedule;Certificate of Attendance for the site briefing; proof of tax compliance (PIN or CSD); evidence for B-BBEE where applicable.
- For questions/clarifications, contact Noxolo Ngcobo (Noxolo.ngcobo@transnet.net).
- If successful, a contract will be concluded based on the RFQ response and Transnet terms; the process may involve price negotiations to ensure market-related pricing. (RFQ text references documents and schedules hosted on the Transnet portal.) (RFQ FOR HOPPERSCALES.pdf)

## Description

UPGRADE OF 4x 5TON HOPPERSCALES AT AGRIPORT

## Documents

- RFQ FOR HOPPERSCALES.pdf..pdf
- RFQ FOR HOPPERSCALES.pdf

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