Transnet

Transnet SOC Ltd is a large South African rail, port and pipeline company, headquartered in the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg. It was formed as a limited company on 1 April 1990. A majority of the company’s stock is owned by the Department of Public Enterprises, or DPE, of the South African government. 

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Transnet is the largest and most crucial part of the freight logistics chain that delivers goods to each and every South African. 

As the custodian of ports, rail and pipelines, Transnet’s objective is to ensure a globally competitive freight system that enables sustained growth and diversification of the country’s economy.

Transnet is currently transitioning from its Market Demand Strategy, characterised by accelerated capital investment, towards the Transnet 4.0 Strategy, which is focused on repositioning Transnet, and the country’s freight system, for competitiveness within the fast changing, technology- driven context of the 4th industrial revolution. The strategy’s main growth thrusts includes; geographic expansion, product and service innovation and diversification and expansion of the scope of Transnet’s manufacturing business. The key objectives of Transnet’s effort is directed towards increasing the connectivity, density and capacity of the integrated port, rail and pipeline network.

Transnet 4.0 Strategy aims to grow Transnet to a R100 billion business by 2020. Organic growth of the current freight transport and handling divisions will account for the bulk of this growth and Transnet will continue to focus on improving operational efficiency and reliability in order to grow its market share. Consequently, capital investment to modernize and expand the port, rail and pipeline network and operations will continue to be a key priority, as will continued development of our people.

Significant growth is being targeted from new markets, particularly in integrated logistics, the development of logistics hubs and clusters, natural gas midstream infrastructure, manufactured products and new digital businesses. Transnet will increasingly make use of strategic partnerships to drive these new ventures.

Transnet has a critical role to play in furthering South Africa’s strategic and economic objectives and is actively refreshing its brand as it moves into new markets, expands and diversifies its service offering, and redefines its market position.

Transnet operates as an integrated freight transport company, formed around a core of six operating divisions that complement each other. These are supported by a number of company-wide specialist units – Transnet Group Capital and Transnet Foundation- which underpin our company.


Transnet is made up of the following operating divisions:

  • Transnet freight rail
  • Transnet rail engineering
  • Transnet national ports authority
  • Transnet port terminals
  • Transnet pipelines 
  • Transnet property

As a state-owned company, Transnet continues to leave an indelible mark on the lives of all South Africans. With a geographical footprint that covers our entire country, Transnet is inextricably involved in all aspects of life in South Africa. As such, we ensure that that we play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life in all areas we operate. This extends not just to our employees, but to communities and environments as well. Through the Transnet Foundation – which is the Corporate Social Investment arm of Transnet – we have invested time and money in a number of diverse programmes around the country that provide much-need succour and assistance to our communities.

Our aim is simple – we want to harness the power of our people, of technology, to brighten the future of millions across our continent – and beyond.

TRANSNET TENDERS

o become a Transnet supplier, please respond to the tender requirements as stipulated.

Ensure that all information is completed before submission with the requested documentation. Transnet will assess whether your business complies with certain preset standards which are required in order to supply certain items or services.

eTender Links

Publication of tender

When Transnet needs to procure goods, services or works, it does so through one of its procurement mechanisms, usually either an open tender process or a call for quotes. In addition to this website (Transnet SOC Ltd Tenders, Transnet Port Terminals RFQ/Tenders, Transnet Freight Rail Tenders ), you can access National Treasury’s eTender Publication portal;

Regarding quotations, Transnet will normally approach at least 3 suppliers to quote for requirements or publish the requirement on this website and the eTender Publication portal.

Transnet does not have its own database of prospective suppliers. It makes use of National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD). In order to be eligible to participate in Transnet’s procurement processes, your company must be registered on the CSD. The CSD can be accessed on https://secure.csd.gov.za/

Tender submission

Tenders must be placed in the prescribed tender box, or submitted electronically where instructed, at or before the closing time on the closing date. Late tenders will not be accepted.

Tender documents need to indicate contact details of person(s) who can be contacted regarding any clarification required. 

Fake and fraudulent tenders (RFPs) and requests for quotation (RFQs) scams 

Prospective suppliers are warned that fraudulent Requests for Proposals and Quotations are sent to suppliers using the Transnet name and logo from time to time. Suppliers are advised to verify the authenticity of suspicious RFQs and orders by calling the respective Transnet Operating Division using the contact details listed below or on Transnet’s website prior to responding to any RFQs or orders. Transnet will not be held liable for any delivery of goods for any fraudulent tenders or RFQs.

Need Information or Confused about Something ?

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Division​Name​Email IdTelephone No
​TPT​Sindile Mxunyelwasindile.mxunyelwa@transnet.net​ 031 308 8389
​TFR​Prudence Nkabindeprudence.nkabinde@transnet.net  ​011 584 0821
​TE​Nompilo Dlaminitendercomplaints.transnetengineering
@transnet.net
  
​012 391 1374
​TNPA​Kabelo Masemolakabelo.masemola@transnet.net​011 351 9109
​TPL​Mzwakhe Mhlongomzwakhe.mhlongo@transnet.net​031 361 1019
​TP​Risben Khozarisben.khoza@transnet.net​011 308 1049
​TCC​Nomasomi Mgandelanomasomi.mgandela@transnet.net​011 308 2360

CONTACT DETAILS

Tel: +27 11 308 3000
 
Fax: +27 11 308 2638
 
Physical Address
138 Eloff Street
Braamfontein
JOHANNESBURG
2000

 


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