Rio Tinto has introduced this Portal to allow businesses to view expressions of interest (EOIs) for goods and / or services required by Rio Tinto from time to time, and to allow eligible businesses (ie. those that have completed the registration process) to submit responses to those EOIs.
Rio Tinto will decide, in its absolute discretion, which businesses that have responded to an EOI will be invited to respond to a Request Document issued by Rio Tinto for the supply of goods/services that it requires (which may be through a request for information (RFI), a request for proposal (RFP), a request for tender (RFT) a request for quote (RFQ) or any other form of request document issued by Rio Tinto).
Uploading or posting a response to an EOI does not guarantee that Rio Tinto will invite you to respond to a Request Document or that Rio Tinto will ultimately issue you with a Purchase Order or enter into a Contract with you. Rio Tinto reserves its absolute discretion in respect of these matters and will have no liability to you as a result of any decision to award or not award a contract to you.
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EOI-00031 | Trackless Mining Machinery (TMM) Maintenance at Off-Site Workshop -SE21 | 13/07/2026 | 27/07/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Register interest | ||
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The
successful bidder will be required to undertake the full maintenance support on
7 day week (6 day site working calender) , inclusive of rigging, towing and
off-site repairs as per OEM Standards. The
scope of work shall include the following but not limited to: ·
Provide a fully functional workshop close
to site workshop (within 3 km), with all necessary test and repair facilities /
equipment / tools ·
Conduct services on the machines as per
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) at the offsite workshop ·
Conduct breakdown on major repairs at
offsite workshop ·
Conduct on-site minor breakdown repairs.
E.g. lights, doors and air leaks} ·
Involve the OEM in any warranty related
claims CHEC ZS
used a variety of Trackless Mining Machines (TMM) on this construction site
such as: ·
Water Trucks (FAW) ·
Front End Loaders (LiuGong) ·
Tipper Trucks (FAW) ·
Tractors, loader Backhoe (LiuGong) Additional
requirements specified are as follows: ·
All maintenance records must be maintained
and available for inspection ·
Only qualified trade tested mechanics/
technicians by be utilized ·
All personal working on site must comply
with all Site rules and procedures ·
Plan and do On-Boarding for Zulti South as
per current procedures ·
Compile and submit a Safety File ·
Conduct a baseline risk assessment for all
work on site ·
Conduct Take-5 for all work conducted on
site
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Abide by site PPE requirements (Hard hat,
safety glove, boots, glasses, earplugs, long sleeve Hi-vis shirts and pants
with reflective strips |
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EOI-00026 | For the Supply and Delivery of Kerbstones for the Zulti South Project – EM04 | 19/06/2026 | 03/07/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The successful
Bidder will be responsible for the supply and delivery of kerbstones for the
EPC contract at Zulti South Project. The scope of work comprises the supply and
delivery of precast concrete kerbstones and associated kerb units to designated
project locations in accordance with the Project specifications, approved
drawings, and delivery schedules. Interested suppliers shall demonstrate the
capability to provide various kerbstone profiles, sizes, and quantities
required for road and civil infrastructure works, while maintaining adequate
production capacity and logistics resources to ensure timely and reliable
deliveries.
The supplier shall
implement appropriate quality assurance and quality control measures to ensure
that all kerbstones supplied comply with the specified dimensional tolerances,
strength requirements, durability standards, and applicable industry specifications.
Suppliers shall provide relevant product certifications, test reports, material
specifications, and quality records demonstrating compliance with project
requirements. All kerbstones shall be delivered free from defects, damage, or
deterioration and shall be suitably handled, packaged, transported, and
offloaded to preserve product quality throughout the supply chain.
Interested suppliers shall demonstrate
compliance with SANS 927:2022 for precast concrete kerbs, edgings and channels.
Preference will be given to manufacturers holding valid CMACS Product
Certification for SANS 927 products and an accredited ISO 9001:2015 Quality
Management System certification. Suppliers shall submit copies of relevant
certifications, product test reports, quality control procedures, and
certificates of conformity for products offered. |
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EOI-00027 | Supply and delivery of geotextile material for the Zulti South Project – EM03 | 19/06/2026 | 03/07/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The successful Bidder will
be responsible for the supply and delivery of geotextile material for the EPC
contract at Zulti South Project.The scope of work comprises the supply, quality
assurance, transportation, and delivery of geotextile materials to designated
project locations. The geotextiles shall be suitable for applications including
separation, filtration, reinforcement, stabilization, protection, erosion
control, and drainage within roadworks, embankments, foundations, retaining
structures, pipelines, and other civil infrastructure works. Suppliers shall demonstrate
the capability to supply a range of woven and non-woven geotextile products in
various grades, strengths, and specifications as required by the Employer. The
supplier shall ensure that all geotextiles are manufactured using approved
materials and comply with relevant project specifications, recognized industry
standards, and applicable testing requirements. The supplier shall
implement appropriate quality assurance and quality control measures to ensure
that all products supplied meet the specified physical, mechanical, hydraulic,
and durability performance requirements. Suppliers shall provide product datasheets,
certificates of conformity, factory quality control records, and independent
laboratory test reports demonstrating compliance with the specified standards.
The supplier shall be
responsible for packaging, handling, transportation, and delivery of the
geotextile materials in a manner that prevents damage, contamination,
ultraviolet degradation, moisture exposure, or deterioration during storage and
transit. Deliveries shall be coordinated with project requirements and
completed within agreed delivery schedules. |
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EOI-00029 | Supply and Delivery of Gravel Material Class G5, G6 and G7– EM13 | 19/06/2026 | 03/07/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The Supplier shall be responsible for the supply and delivery of approximately 3490 m³ of G7 material, 7236 m³ of G5 gravel material and 1662 m3 of G6 gravel material from legally licensed quarries or borrow pits for use on the RBM Zulti South Project. In addition, the Supplier may be required to supply other related, or class of materials as may be necessary for the Project from time to time. The scope includes sourcing, processing, quality control, loading, transportation, and delivery of materials that comply with the applicable TRH14, COLTO, COTO, and SANS requirements. Suppliers shall demonstrate adequate material reserves, production capacity, and logistical capability to ensure uninterrupted supply. All materials shall be supported by current test certificates from a SANAS-accredited laboratory, and suppliers shall hold all necessary mining, environmental, and statutory permits and approvals required under South African legislation |
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EOI-00025 | Supply and Delivery of Air compressors complete with components and ancillary equipment for the Zulti South Project. -PE05 | 26/06/2026 | 30/06/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The successful
Bidder will be responsible for the comprehensive provision of all labour,
materials, equipment, and services necessary for a fully functional air
compressor system. This includes full mechanical, piping, and structural detail
design and engineering to ensure a complete installation between the defined
battery limits. The Vendor must take full legal and commercial responsibility
for all engineering and design aspects of the equipment supplied, including any
sub-Vendor components. The scope also encompasses procurement and supply of all
equipment, fabrication, protective coating, shop assembly, rigorous testing,
and quality assurance under an ISO 9001-compliant framework. Additionally, the
Vendor is required to manage packaging, crating, and transport of all equipment
to site, provide supervision of installation and commissioning, submit all
required documentation and drawings as per the Vendor Data Document
Requirements (VDDR), supply first-fill lubricants, and provide priced lists of
recommended spare parts for commissioning and the first year of operation.
The Bidder shall
supply a complete air compressor system comprising air compressors, air
receivers, air dryers, and air filters as listed in detail within the Scope of
Work. Specifically, this includes:
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two concentrator air compressors (tagged
CP-1900 and CP-1901), ·
four air receivers (PV-1902, PV-1903, PV-1907,
PV-1908), ·
Two HMC receiving air receivers (PV-2025
and PV-2026), ·
four air dryers (DR-1904, DR-1905, DR-1909,
DR-1910), ·
ten
air filters (FL-1911 through FL-1920, plus FL-2027 and FL-2028).
The screw air
compressor system shall be designed for a service life of 20 years, capable of
continuous duty with 90% utilization and 100% availability, suitable for indoor
installation.The screw air compressor system shall handle 100% ambient air,
with a design flow rate of 20.00 Nm³/min, maximum flow rate of 18.25 Nm³/min,
and minimum adjustable flow rate of 5 Nm³/min. The discharge pressure range at
the flange shall be 500–750 kPa(g), compatible with the site supply voltage of
525 V.The air compressors must be suitable for indoor use, air-cooled, and
feature integrated condensate removal. The air dryers shall be designed to
achieve a pressure dew point of -30°C and shall incorporate a purge feature.The
Vendor must also supply electric motors and variable speed drives as specified,
along with all necessary instrumentation and electrical equipment. Lifting lugs
must be provided for all major components, and a painting and corrosion
protection specification must be submitted for CHEC's review and approval. Furthermore,
a Certificate of Compliance (CoC) in accordance with SANS 10142-1 is required
for all electrical installations. |
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EOI-00028 | Supply of Velocity Breaker Boxes for the Zulti South Project– EM 12 | 19/06/2026 | 30/06/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The successful
Bidder will be responsible for the supply, quality assurance, testing,
packaging, transportation, and delivery of Velocity Breaker Boxes and all
associated components required for installation and operation within the Zulti
South Project. The equipment shall be suitable for use within mineral
processing, slurry handling, process water, or associated industrial systems as
specified by the Employer.
The supplier shall
provide complete Velocity Breaker Box assemblies, including all internal and
external components, connection interfaces, mounting arrangements, fasteners,
and ancillary items necessary for a complete and functional installation.
Equipment shall be manufactured in accordance with approved drawings, technical
specifications, applicable industry standards, and project requirements.
The supplier shall
implement appropriate quality assurance and quality control procedures
throughout the manufacturing process and provide all required documentation,
including material certificates, inspection and test reports, certificates of
conformity, quality records, manufacturing data books, and operating and
maintenance documentation where applicable.
The supplier shall
be responsible for suitable packaging, preservation, handling, and
transportation of all equipment to ensure delivery in a condition suitable for
installation and commissioning. Deliveries shall be coordinated to meet project
schedules and shall include all necessary logistics arrangements and export
documentation where applicable. |
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EOI-00030 | For the provision of Temporary Employment Service (TES) for the Zulti South Project. – SE20 | 23/06/2026 | 30/06/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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This EOI is the first stage of a two-stage procurement process. Interested parties will be shortlisted based on their submitted EOI and may later receive a Request for Proposal (RFP) |
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EOI-00023 | Expression of Interest (EOI) – Construction of Service Corridor (Work Section 2: H17615–H42138 (24.5 km) – SC 29 | 09/06/2026 | 22/06/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Jun 2026 | ||
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The works comprise the installation of
approximately 24.5 km of concentrate pipeline along Work Section 2
(H17615–H42138) from the R34 Expressway to the Refinery, including all
associated communication, civil, mechanical, testing, commissioning, and reinstatement
works. The scope includes: ·
Mobilisation, site establishment, surveying, and
setting out. ·
Clearing of vegetation and de-stumping of
plantation tree areas within the pipeline corridor. ·
Excavation, trenching, bedding, backfilling, and
compaction. ·
Handling, transportation, storage, installation,
welding, and testing of Employer-supplied concentrate pipelines. ·
Installation of valves, fittings, specials, thrust
blocks, anchor blocks, and associated pipeline appurtenances. ·
Installation of communication ducts, conduits,
marker posts, warning tape, and associated communication infrastructure. ·
Diversion of the existing DN650 steel water
pipeline through the construction and commissioning of approximately 1,850 m of
DN600 steel pipeline. ·
Excavation, relocation, re-laying, testing, and
commissioning of an existing DN110 water pipeline. ·
Construction of road crossings, utility crossings,
drainage crossings, and associated protection works. ·
Hydrostatic testing, flushing, commissioning, and
preparation of as-built documentation.
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Reinstatement of affected areas, environmental
rehabilitation, and site demobilisation. |
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EOI-00024 | Construction of Service Corridor (Work Section 1: H0–H17615 (17.61 km) – SC 28EOI) | 09/06/2026 | 22/06/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The Contractor shall perform all service
corridor construction
activities except for
the supply of pipes and cables to be supplied by CHEC, including but not limited
to:
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Trench excavation, backfilling and compaction
Quality control and quality assurance (QC/QA) reporting |
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EOI-00022 | For the supply of Ready-mix Concrete - EM 05 | 01/06/2026 | 16/06/2026 | 22:00 | Richards bay | Nov -0001 | ||
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The
scope includes the manufacture, supply, and delivery of ready-mix concrete to
designated locations within the Zulti South Project site. The works shall
include, but not be limited to:
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Supply
of ready-mix concrete of varying strength classes ranging from: o
10
MP o
25
MPa o
30
MPa o
35
MPa o
40
Mpa
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Transportation
and timely delivery to site using appropriate transit mixers ·
Provision
of delivery tickets and batch records for each load ·
Ensuring
concrete workability and compliance with specified slump requirements ·
Coordination
with site teams for scheduling and dispatch ·
Quality
control and testing in accordance with applicable standards
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Standby
capacity to meet peak demand periods |
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