Gardening and Maintenance Services at Polokwane Airport.
Sekholofelo Julius Ramatjie
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
5 October 2026 at 10:00 · Polokwane International Airport Conference Hall
In plain English
Gardening services and general maintenance are being procured for Polokwane International Airport for three years. The tender document does not specify eligibility criteria such as CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB, or PSIRA registrations.
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Polokwane International Airport is seeking a service provider for gardening and general maintenance services for a period of thirty-six months. The work involves maintaining both airside and landside grounds, including grass cutting, tree trimming, weed control, and landscaping. The successful bidder must provide twelve general workers and two supervisors who are South African citizens. The contractor is responsible for supplying all necessary equipment, including industrial mowers, brush cutters, and a roadworthy vehicle. The project requires a fixed-price structure for the three-year duration. A compulsory briefing session will be held on 5 October 2026 at the airport conference hall, and the final submission deadline is 16 October 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- CIDB grading (Grade 2 Specialist Works (2SW)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 2 SH or higher
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Mandatory attendance at the compulsory briefing session
- Relevant Horticulture or Garden Design qualification
- Proof of financial viability from a financial institution
- Must obtain airport access permits (AVOP, PARTAC, AIT, and Security Awareness)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sekholofelo Julius Ramatjie
Email: scmgroup@gaal.co.za
Phone: 087-291-1088
How to apply: Bids must be delivered or couriered to the bid box located at the Polokwane International Airport, Admin Block, N1 North to Makhado, Gateway Weg, Polokwane, 0700.
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