Service Provider for Vetting Contract in Eastern Cape
PRASA
In plain English
PRASA is seeking a service provider for a vetting contract in the Eastern Cape for 36 months. Bidders must be registered with PSIRA and on the Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
This tender is for the appointment of a service provider to conduct vetting services in the Eastern Cape for a 36-month period. Issued by PRASA, the project requires the successful bidder to perform background checks, including criminal records, academic qualifications, credit history, citizenship, driver's licenses, professional memberships, and employment history. The service provider must deliver completed reports for each candidate within a turnaround time of 5 to 7 days while ensuring full compliance with the POPI Act. The work is based in the Eastern Cape region and requires the service provider to have at least 5 years of industry experience.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must be registered with PSIRA
- Must have valid Tax Clearance Certificate and SARS PIN
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Simnikiwe Nqulo
Email: simnikiwe.nqulo@prasa.com
Phone: 043-700-2331
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the bid box located at No. 8 Station Street, Station Building, East London, 5200, before 12:00 PM on 05 August 2026.
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