Appointment of Insurance Broker for PPECB.
Mpumzi Mehlomakulu
In plain English
The PPECB is seeking a broker for insurance services including professional indemnity and liability cover. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) invites tenders for the appointment of an insurance broker. The successful bidder will manage the organization's insurance portfolio, including risk assessments, claims management, and policy placement for over 1,500 locations. The contract covers an initial five-year period with an option to extend for two years. Key deliverables include monthly claims reports, quarterly service reports, and annual portfolio reviews. The broker must ensure all assets, including IT and laboratory equipment, are adequately covered while providing expert advice on corporate insurance structures and risk-financing strategies to minimize costs.
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 Financial Services Provider (FSP) licence from the FSCA
- Written authorization from underwriters to market and service their products
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Pin
- Valid B-BBEE certificate
- Proof of public liability insurance
- Audited financial statements for the last four years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mpumzi Mehlomakulu
Email: mphumzim@ppecb.com
Phone: 021-930-1134
How to apply: Submit one physical copy of the technical and pricing proposals in separate sealed envelopes to the PPECB Head Office at 45 Silwerboom Avenue, Plattekloof, Cape Town. Additionally, share the documents electronically via Microsoft OneDrive to SangoJ@ppecb.com and ppecb-procurement@ppecb.com.
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