Snake Handling Training for SAWS Employees.
Ms.Carol Lekalakala
In plain English
The South African Weather Service is seeking an accredited service provider to conduct face-to-face snake handling training for 12 employees in Cape Town. Bidders must be accredited and comply with tax obligations.
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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) invites bids for a service provider to conduct two days of face-to-face snake handling training. The training will take place at the SAWS premises at Oval Office Park, Cape Town International Airport. The program is designed for 12 employees and covers snake identification, safety protocols, handling techniques, and emergency procedures. Successful bidders must provide hands-on training using both non-venomous and venomous snakes, followed by practical and written assessments. The project timeline will be determined by mutual agreement between the service provider and SAWS. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience through facilitator CVs and provide contactable references from previous training projects.
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.
- 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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Accreditation for snake handling training
- Proof of approved operational premises and infrastructure
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms.Carol Lekalakala
Email: Carol.lekalakala@weathersa.co.za
Phone: 012-367-6252
How to apply: Bid documents must be submitted electronically via email to RFQsubmissions@weathersa.co.za.
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