Random Drug Testing(HOAC HO 52828)
Job Details
- Job Title: Provision of Random Drug Testing, Post-Incident Testing and Awareness Training
- Tender Number: HOAC HO 52828
- Client / Employer: Transnet SOC Ltd – Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
- Tender Type: Request for Proposal (RFP)
- Contract Duration: Three (3) years, on an as-and-when-required basis
- Geographical Coverage: National – services to be provided at TRIM depots and sub-depots across South Africa
- Closing Date & Time: Friday, 06 February 2026 – 10:00
Job Purpose
To appoint a qualified and accredited service provider to deliver random drug testing, post-incident drug testing, and drug awareness training across Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager operations nationwide. The purpose is to promote a safe, drug-free working environment, ensure compliance with occupational health and railway safety regulations, and support Transnet’s safety and wellness objectives.
Key Job Responsibilities
The appointed service provider will be responsible for:
Conducting random drug testing at TRIM depots and sub-depots
Performing post-incident drug testing within prescribed timeframes
Collecting samples (urine and saliva) using approved methods
Managing chain of custody, sample handling, and documentation
Arranging confirmatory laboratory testing for substances such as:
Cocaine
Opiates
PCP
Other specified drugs
Providing drug awareness and education training to employees, nurses, and relevant personnel
Issuing test reports within agreed turnaround times
Managing medical and infectious waste disposal
Technical Requirements
Use of SANAS-accredited laboratories for confirmatory testing (GC-MS)
Saliva-based screening equipment capable of detecting six (6) specified drugs
Laboratory confirmation results within 48–96 hours
Deployment of qualified and registered nurses nationwide
Legally defensible chain of custody procedures
Compliance with:
Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993)
Railway safety regulations
Transnet access and safety requirements
Implementation of approved medical waste management plans
Skills & Competency Requirements
The service provider must demonstrate:
Proven experience in workplace drug testing programmes
National operational capacity with adequate staffing and logistics
Accreditation and certification for laboratory testing and waste management
Strong project and operational management skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality, data protection, and legal integrity of results
Experience working in railway or high-risk operational environments
Briefing Session
Date: Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Time: 11:00
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Compulsory: No
Contract Nature
Framework / term contract
No guaranteed volume of work
Services rendered on an as-and-when-required basis
Performance subject to Transnet compliance and monitoring