Service Provider for BVLOS Course and Certification
Lucia Maluleke
In plain English
Beyond Visual Line Of Sight training and certification for two SAEON employees. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is seeking a service provider to deliver Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) training and certification. This project involves training two employees who already hold Remote Pilot Certificates. The work will be performed for the Elwandle node, and the final certificates must be delivered to Gqeberha. This is a once-off supply contract. The closing date for this tender is 26 August 2026 at 11:00 am.
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.
- 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 Tax Compliance Status PIN
- SACAA accreditation as an approved training facility
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COID Act)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lucia Maluleke
Email: scm@saeon.nrf.ac.za
Phone: 021-019-5155
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via email to SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za. All documents must be provided in PDF format.
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