South Africa currently offers a range of important tender opportunities primarily focused on leasing Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager sidings/facilities in Mpumalanga, alongside catering services in Gauteng. These tenders hold significant economic potential by fostering infrastructure utilisation, generating jobs, and stimulating business growth—particularly for local enterprises engaged in real estate, rail logistics, and hospitality services.
By leasing rail infrastructure sidings for 10-year periods, these tenders unlock underused assets, enabling businesses to improve logistics efficiency and expand rail-based freight services. This contributes to supporting the transport sector and broader economic circulation. The catering tender for a Minister’s MINMEC meeting highlights the demand within government-driven events and services, providing opportunities for food and beverage service providers to augment their market presence while delivering quality and compliance with municipal regulations.
Mpumalanga Tender Opportunities
Real Estate Activities
Tender Opportunities: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities
These tenders are for leasing various specific Transnet sidings/facilities for a minimum period of ten (10) years, allowing businesses to utilise key rail infrastructure in multiple Mpumalanga locations, including Carolina, Blinkpan, Panbult, Blackhill, Voorslag A + B, Vandyksdrift, Rietkuil, and Hlobane.
- Tender Title: Leasing of the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 10O579
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55537
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings for 10 years at Carolina
- Eligibility Criteria: Ability to lease rail sidings, comply with Transnet SOC Ltd requirements
- Submission Requirements: Submission of proposal per Tender documents; non-compulsory MS Teams briefing session participation encouraged
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Enables enhanced logistics efficiency and local business growth by unlocking rail infrastructure for freight and transport-related enterprises. Supports job creation in Mpumalanga’s transport sector.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 603309
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55538
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Blinkpan
- Eligibility Criteria: Transnet lease criteria, financial and operational capacity
- Submission Requirements: Proposal submission with documentation as per the tender package
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Supports regional economic activity by improving access to rail logistics facilities. Facilitates local enterprise development in rail asset use.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 702404
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55539
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Panbult
- Eligibility Criteria: As above
- Submission Requirements: As above
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Encourages efficient freight rail utilisation, leading to infrastructure optimisation and economic stimulus through logistics enhancements.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 743348
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55536
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Blackhill
- Eligibility Criteria: See above
- Submission Requirements: See above
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Strengthens business capabilities in transport logistics by leasing key sidings for rail freight operators. Contributes to local employment.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Numbers 652342 + 652369 (A + B)
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55549
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Voorslag A + B
- Eligibility Criteria: Applicable Transnet lease requirements
- Submission Requirements: Proposal with all required documentation
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Provides access to strategic rail sidings for freight, promoting economic expansion and improved supply chain efficiencies in Mpumalanga.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 765228
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55548
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Vandyksdrift
- Eligibility Criteria: Compliant with Transnet leasing procedures
- Submission Requirements: Full tender package submission
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Facilitates local economic growth by enabling rail infrastructure use and new logistics business opportunities.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 765198
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55547
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Rietkuil
- Eligibility Criteria: Eligibility per Transnet conditions
- Submission Requirements: Tender submission as required
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Supports improved rail freight operations and infrastructure utilisation, streamlining transport services and enhancing business prospects.
- Tender Title: Leasing of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager Sidings/Facilities, Siding Number 603341
- Tender Number: HOAC VAR 55540
- Project Scope: Lease of Rail Infrastructure at Hlobane
- Eligibility Criteria: Must meet Transnet’s leasing requirements
- Submission Requirements: Proposal and supporting documentation
- Deadline: 24 October 2025 – 12:00
- Impact Analysis: Unlocks potential for business and logistics development by providing access to important rail sidings, creating employment and infrastructure usage.
Briefing Sessions: Non-compulsory sessions via Microsoft Teams scheduled for 19 September 2025 at 10:00 or 14:00, depending on siding location. Interested bidders must RSVP by 18 September 2025 to receive MS Teams invitations.
Contact: Ephraim Sebopela, TRIMSidings@transnet.net, Tel: 011-544-9469
These leasing opportunities are essential for enterprises looking to capitalise on rail infrastructure assets, contributing to the modernisation of freight transport and creating scalable economic benefits within Mpumalanga.
Gauteng Tender Opportunities
Food and Beverage Service Activities
Tender Opportunities: Request for Quotation for Catering Services at Environmental House for Ministers’ MINMEC Meeting
- Tender Number: RFQ NO:211 AM (25/26)
- Project Scope: Provision of catering services for 80 people during the Ministers’ MINMEC meeting scheduled on 3 October 2025 at Environmental House, Pretoria.
- Eligibility Criteria: Valid food premises certificate issued by the municipality in the bidder’s company name; if not, a relevant signed consortium/joint venture/partnership agreement is required. Compliance with South African National Bottled Water Association (SANBWA) standards for bottled water.
- Submission Requirements: Completed quotation documents per tender package; include all required certificates and compliance documents as specified.
- Deadline: 19 September 2025, 11:00
- Impact Analysis: This opportunity supports local catering businesses by linking them with high-profile government events, providing market access and revenue generation. It also fosters compliance with public health and safety standards, enhancing quality in food service sectors within Gauteng.
Contact: Sithole Sinothando, sisithole@dffe.gov.za, Tel: 012-399-9000
Interested businesses and entrepreneurs are encouraged to explore these tenders to leverage rail infrastructure leasing and government service provisioning opportunities, which are crucial for inclusive economic growth, job creation, and infrastructure enhancement across South Africa.
For full tender details, application documents, and updates, please visit www.etenders.gov.za to access the comprehensive list of tenders and step-by-step submission guidelines. Seizing these tenders supports expanding local capacities and stimulating provincial and national economic development.
