Background Screening Services for PURCO SA Members
Sinegugu Makhubela
In plain English
PURCO SA is procuring supplier, employee, and student background screening services. All interested parties can bid; no specific registrations or eligibility criteria are stated.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Purchasing Consortium Southern Africa (PURCO SA) is seeking service providers to perform background screening for employees, students, and suppliers. This service is intended for all PURCO SA members. The work involves conducting comprehensive background checks and providing related screening products. The project is national in scope, covering all member institutions associated with PURCO SA. Interested parties must submit their proposals by the deadline of 11 August 2026. This tender aims to establish a panel of qualified service providers to support the screening requirements of the consortium's membership base.
What you need to qualify
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must be a registered supplier on the PURCO SA website
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sinegugu Makhubela
Email: Nationals@purcosa.co.za
Phone: 011-545-0940
How to apply: Register and create an account at www.purcosa.co.za. Purchase the tender document for R1150.00 via the website. Once payment is confirmed, log in to your account, navigate to the 'My Tenders' section, and use the 'Submit bid' link to upload and finalize your application before the deadline.
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