Occupational Health and Safety Risk Assessment for RSR.
Fumani Mabunda
In plain English
The Railway Safety Regulator is seeking quotations for an Occupational Health and Safety Baseline Risk Assessment. Eligible bidders must be registered with a recognized South African professional regulatory body and meet various administrative requirements including CSD registration and B-BBEE certification.
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The Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) is inviting service providers to conduct an Occupational Health and Safety Baseline Risk Assessment. The project involves identifying, analyzing, and evaluating hazards related to RSR office functions, travel, and field operations, such as railway safety inspections and investigations. The goal is to create an organizational risk profile that ensures compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and ISO 45001:2018 standards. The appointed lead must have at least five years of experience in safety risk assessments and hold relevant qualifications in health, safety, or environmental management. Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 70 points, covering their methodology, competency, and references. The work will be performed for the RSR, and all responses must be submitted by 10h00 on 14 September 2026.
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.
- 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 Tax Compliance status (Tax Pin and Clearance Certificate)
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid CIPC company registration documents
- Proof of professional registration with a recognized body (e.g., SAIOSH)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Project Lead must hold relevant qualifications and detailed CV
Contact & how to apply
Name: Fumani Mabunda
Email: fumanim@rsr.org.za
Phone: 010-495-5391
How to apply: Interested bidders must email their complete quotations and required documentation to Mr. Siphamandla Mbatha at siphamandla.mbatha@rsr.org.za by the closing date and time.
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