Supply and Commissioning of Thermal Drones for TMPD and ESD.
City of Tshwane
In plain English
The City of Tshwane is procuring fully fitted thermal drones with extended warranty, operator training, and certification. Only bidders registered on the central supplier database (CSD) will be considered.
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The City of Tshwane invites bids for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of fully fitted thermal drone systems for the Metro Police and Emergency Services departments. The project includes providing advanced drones with multi-sensor payloads, batteries, and controllers, alongside comprehensive operator training and certification. The equipment must be new and capable of operating in challenging conditions like smoke and extreme heat. The service provider must also deliver a two-year extended warranty and ongoing technical support. All work must be completed in accordance with South African aviation and safety regulations.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Municipal accounts not in arrears for over 90 days
- Minimum one year experience in thermal drone supply and commissioning
- Evidence of two similar UAV/drone projects within the last five years
- Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) accreditation letter
- Compliance with SACAA Part 101 and ICASA frequency standards
Contact & how to apply
Name: Revo Spies
Email: RevoS@tshwane.gov.za
Phone: 012-358-3547
How to apply: Bidders must submit their responses through the City of Tshwane online e-tender portal. Do not deposit physical documents in the tender box.
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