Renovations and Construction of National Seismology Centre.
Katlego Thusi
In plain English
Renovations and construction services for the National Seismology Centre are being procured. Eligibility requirements are not specified in the text.
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The Council for Geoscience invites tenders for the renovations and construction of the National Seismology Centre located at 280 Pretoria Street, Silverton. The project involves comprehensive building, external, and specialist service works, including HVAC, fire detection, and electrical installations. The work will take place within a live and occupied site, requiring strict management of noise and dust. The construction period is estimated at six months. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session on 4 August 2026. The project follows the JBCC Principal Building Agreement. The contractor is responsible for managing all subcontractors and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. The tender requires a two-envelope submission process, separating technical and price proposals.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 5 General Building (5GB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- 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
- Valid Tax Compliance Status Pin
- CIDB grading of 5GB or higher
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Public Liability Insurance with minimum R10 million indemnity
- SACPCMP registration for Project or Construction Manager
- Proof of previous project experience valued at R3 million or more
- Relevant industry certifications (AAAMSA, SANS 10139)
- Valid Joint Venture agreement if applicable
Contact & how to apply
Name: Katlego Thusi
Email: kthusi@geoscience.org.za
Phone: 012-841-1016
How to apply: Submit one original and two copies of the tender in a sealed envelope using the two-envelope system. Deposit the documents into the tender box at the reception of the Council for Geoscience, 280 Pretoria Street, Silverton, Pretoria, by 11:00 on 20 August 2026.
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