Supply of New Generator AC; Power Car Phelophepa, Diesel
Tender Details
- Tender Number: TE/2026/05/1562/5106/RFP
- Tender Type: RFP
- Department/Company: Transnet SOC Ltd
- Required At: Transnet SOC Ltd
- Tender Category: Generator Installation, Maintenance and Refueling
- Tender Location: Multiple locations across the Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, North West and Western Cape
- Briefing Date: 17 September 2026 at 11:00
- Closing Date: 2 October 2026 at 16:00
- Service Location: 19 Voortrekker Road, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925
Tender Overview
Transnet is inviting proposals for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of new diesel generator sets for the Phelophepa Healthcare Trains.
The tender also includes a two-year “as-and-when-required” maintenance contract. Each generator set comprises two generators, two control panels and all associated ancillary equipment. The equipment will support Transnet Engineering’s Coaches Business at Salt River.
Scope of Work
The successful service provider will be responsible for:
- Supplying new diesel generator sets.
- Installing the generator systems.
- Testing and commissioning the equipment.
- Providing maintenance services for a period of two years on an as-and-when-required basis.
- Supplying the required control panels and ancillary equipment.
- Ensuring the generator systems are suitable for the Phelophepa Healthcare Trains.
- Providing reliable power to support healthcare and operational activities onboard the trains.
Operational Requirements
The equipment will support the Phelophepa mobile healthcare train during its 2026/2027 operational cycle, with operations scheduled over approximately 38 weeks from 18 January 2027 to 15 October 2027.
The operational footprint covers stations across:
- Eastern Cape
- Free State
- Gauteng
- North West
- Western Cape
The tender scope includes primary station visits as well as student rotation schedules, with backup stations identified to help maintain service continuity.
Technical Requirements
The supplied information does not provide detailed generator specifications such as capacity, voltage, engine specifications or exact control-system requirements.
However, the tender indicates that the systems must be suitable for mobile rail applications and provide reliable AC power for clinical and operational requirements.
The equipment is expected to:
- Operate reliably in a railway environment.
- Be compatible with diesel-powered generation.
- Withstand vibration and environmental conditions associated with rail travel.
- Integrate with the existing train infrastructure.
- Support continuous operations throughout the operational period.
Bidders should refer to the official tender documentation for the complete technical specifications.
Skills and Experience
Although specific minimum skills requirements are not provided in the supplied material, bidders are expected to demonstrate relevant experience in areas such as:
- Manufacturing or supplying power-generation systems.
- Diesel generator technology.
- Rail-compatible equipment.
- Mobile infrastructure.
- Logistics coordination.
- Technical installation and commissioning.
- After-sales maintenance and technical support.
- Compliance with applicable South African railway requirements.
Maintenance Contract
An important part of the procurement is the two-year “as-and-when-required” maintenance contract.
This means the successful provider will not only supply and commission the generators but will also be responsible for providing maintenance support when required during the contract period.
Tender Enquiries
Contact Person: Masego Morobane
Email: Masego.Morobane@transnet.net
Briefing Session
Date: 17 September 2026
Time: 11:00