Procurement advisory for a major rolling stock acquisition programme across the South African rail network.
South Africa's passenger rail network is one of the largest in Africa. After years of underinvestment, a major fleet renewal programme was initiated to replace ageing rolling stock across the national network. The procurement was complex, involving multiple vehicle types, local manufacturing requirements, and a highly regulated public procurement framework.
Proficient Advisory was engaged to support the procurement authority with the design and execution of the tender process, including the technical specification of vehicles, the evaluation of bids from international manufacturers, and the negotiation of contract terms. Our work helped unlock a major investment in South African rail infrastructure and manufacturing.