Botanical Resurvey of Monitoring Plots at Cape Point
Lucia Maluleke
In plain English
A botanist is required to conduct a botanical resurvey of long-term monitoring plots at Cape Point. Eligible bidders must comply with tax obligations and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is seeking a qualified botanist to conduct a resurvey of 67 permanent vegetation monitoring plots at Cape Point, Table Mountain National Park. The project involves identifying plant species, recording vegetation data, and documenting site conditions over a six-month period. Key deliverables include a detailed work plan, completed field data spreadsheets, a photographic record of the plots and species, and a final completion report. The successful service provider must possess expertise in fynbos vegetation and have the ability to work in remote field conditions. All work must be completed according to the historical plot data provided by SAEON.
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.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- MSc or equivalent in Ecology or Botany
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COID Act)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lucia Maluleke
Email: scm@saeon.nrf.ac.za
Phone: 021-019-5155
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically in PDF format via email to SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za before the closing date of 23 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
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