Maintenance and Upgrade of SABC Security Systems
Goodwill Madiba
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
7 September 2026 at 10:00 · SABC 100 K E Masinga Road, Durban
In plain English
The SABC is procuring a complete maintenance service for the surveillance and access control system, including a once-off upgrade, for a period of 3 years. Bidders must have valid PSIRA and SAIDSA certificates and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) invites bids for the maintenance of surveillance and access control systems at their Durban facility. The project includes a once-off upgrade of the access control system and three years of ongoing preventative and reactive maintenance. Key tasks involve replacing cables, installing new hardware and software, and performing regular system checks and emergency repairs. Bidders must have at least 10 years of experience with specific access control systems and be able to provide 24/7 emergency support. A compulsory site visit is required at the Durban office to qualify for the tender.
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 PSIRA and SAIDSA registration certificates
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS Pin
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Attendance at the compulsory site visit is mandatory
Contact & how to apply
Name: Goodwill Madiba
Email: Tenderqueries@sabc.co.za
Phone: 011-714-4708
How to apply: Submit your proposal electronically in PDF format to RFQSubmissions@sabc.co.za. Ensure technical and pricing documents are sent as separate attachments. The email subject line must include the RFQ number and your company name.
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