Underground Optical Fiber Installation Training for PRASA.
PRASA
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
9 November 2026 at 11:00 · 6th floor Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Braamfontein
In plain English
The tender is for the appointment of a service provider to conduct underground optical fiber installation training for the Telecoms Department in the Gauteng region. Bidders must be accredited with SETA under qualification 59057 or FOA as a training provider and must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Always check the official documentDescription
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites bids for the provision of underground optical fiber installation training for its Telecoms Department in the Gauteng region. The successful service provider will train 20 technicians on topics including network design, trenching, cable installation, splicing, and maintenance. Key deliverables include providing all necessary training materials, specialized equipment, catering for trainees, and issuing Certificates of Competence to those who pass the course. The training must be conducted in sessions of no more than 10 people. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of field experience in underground fiber installation and provide qualified assessors and moderators to facilitate the program.
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.
- 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
- Accredited training provider with SETA (qualification 59057) or FOA
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Attended the compulsory briefing session
Contact & how to apply
Name: Khuthadzo Tshikhudo
Email: khuthadzo.tshikhudo@prasa.com
Phone: 011-085-7060
How to apply: Applications must be hand-delivered to the Ground Floor, Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Corner of Leyds and Simmonds Street, Braamfontein. Email or fax submissions are not accepted.
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