Felling and removal of hazardous trees.
Anza Nefale
In plain English
The Emakhazeni Local Municipality is procuring services for the felling and removal of hazardous trees. Eligible bidders must have relevant safety training, public liability insurance, and specific certifications including Pest Control Officer, Chainsaw Operator, and Herbicide Applicator, and must be registered with the Compensation Fund.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Emakhazeni Local Municipality is requesting quotes for the felling and removal of hazardous trees. This project involves removing 32 trees in total across Machadodorp, Belfast, Emgwenya, and Dullstroom. Because the work is dangerous, it must be performed by professionals skilled in climbing, rigging, and roping. The deadline for all submissions is 27 August 2026 at 10h00.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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
- Proven track record via reference and appointment letters
- Public liability insurance cover of at least R5 million
- Valid Pest Control, Chainsaw Operator, and Herbicide Applicator certifications
- Valid Compensation Fund registration
- Valid CSD report and CIPC company registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate and required medical certificates
Contact & how to apply
Name: Anza Nefale
Email: anza.nefale@emakhazeni.gov.za
Phone: 013-253-7600
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted via email to Busisiwe Shoba at busisiwe.shoba@emakhazeni.gov.za before the closing date and time.
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