Panel of Service Providers for Event Management Services
Zanele Hlatshwayo
In plain English
CATHSSETA is procuring event management services from a panel of qualified service providers. Bidders must be tax compliant and registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The CATHSSETA is seeking a panel of service providers to manage events for a period of 40 months. The work involves planning, logistics, and execution of high-level events, including conferences, career expos, and stakeholder meetings across South Africa. Key services include venue sourcing, technical production, catering, and guest management. The project requires a national operational footprint and the ability to handle large-scale events for government entities. The contract will run until March 2030, with service providers selected on an as-and-when basis.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Certificate of Acceptability for catering services
- Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) for transport services
- Public Liability Insurance
- Documented experience in similar projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Zanele Hlatshwayo
Email: tenders@cathsseta.org.za
Phone: 011-217-0200
How to apply: Proposals must be hand-delivered to the CATHSSETA Head Office at 270 George Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, Johannesburg. Submissions must include one hard copy and one electronic copy on a USB flash drive.
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