Travel management services for SASSA.
SASSA
In plain English
Travel management services are being procured by SASSA for a period of 36 months. Bidders must submit price proposals in South African Rands including VAT and provide letters of good financial standing from accommodation and car hire suppliers.
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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting proposals for the appointment of a service provider to render comprehensive travel management services. The contract will run for a period of 36 months. The successful bidder will be responsible for managing travel requirements for the SASSA Head Office and nine regional offices across South Africa. Key services include domestic, regional, and international air travel, accommodation, car rentals, shuttle services, conference management, and 24/7 after-hours support. The service provider must operate using a fixed transaction fee model and provide a 30-day bill-back facility for land arrangements. The agency must maintain a dedicated team, including an Operations Manager, Key Accounts Manager, Finance Manager, and Team Leader, all with at least three years of relevant industry experience. The project aims to streamline travel processes, ensure policy compliance, and provide detailed monthly reporting on all travel activities and expenditures.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold valid IATA accreditation
- Minimum 3 years of travel industry experience
- Must be registered on CSD with valid SARS Tax Compliance Status
- Must provide letters of good standing from 4 accommodation and 2 car suppliers
- Must provide proof of key personnel experience in operations, finance, and leadership
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mandla Sibeko
Email: SassaTravelBid2026@sassa.gov.za
Phone: 012-400-2634
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in two separate files (Compliance/Technical and Price) to the bid box at the SASSA Head Office, 501 Prodinsa Building, Cnr Steve Biko and Pretorius Streets, Arcadia, Pretoria. Enquiries can be directed to SassaTravelBid2026@Sassa.gov.za.
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