Waste management services for SABS sites.
SABS
In plain English
The South African Bureau of Standards is procuring services for the collection, separation, transportation, and disposal of general and hazardous waste at specified sites for three months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and provide a valid BBBEE certificate, among other documents.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is seeking a registered waste service provider to manage the collection, separation, transportation, and disposal of general and hazardous waste. The work will take place at the SABS Groenkloof site in Pretoria and the NETFA site. The contract duration is for a period of three months. Key deliverables include providing skip services, managing waste sorters, and handling consumables. Bidders are also required to provide quotes for rebates on recyclable materials. The project requires a professional service provider with proven experience in waste management and the ability to provide contactable references for similar work performed within the last five years.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- 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 municipal Waste Management Transporter Licences
- Valid Section 20 NEMA Waste Permit
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of valid Legal Liability Insurance
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thulisa Mpumlo
Email: MpumloT@sabs.co.za
Phone: 012-428-7084
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted via email to MpumloT@sabs.co.za. Submissions sent via external links or file transfer services like WeTransfer will not be accepted.
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