Service Provider for Interpreting and Translation Services.
City of Tshwane
In plain English
The City of Tshwane is procuring professional interpreting, translation, and editing services for six months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The City of Tshwane is seeking a service provider for professional interpreting, translation, and editing services. This work will be performed on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of six months. The scope includes simultaneous and consecutive interpreting for council meetings, hearings, and workshops, as well as translation and editing across various official South African and foreign languages. The provider must be capable of delivering services both in-person and virtually. Key deliverables include providing experienced personnel, maintaining standby staff for emergencies, and meeting urgent requests within one day. The service provider must be familiar with local government terminology and laws.
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.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide a valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Company and directors must have municipal accounts with no arrears over 90 days
- Language practitioners must hold relevant academic qualifications and CVs
- Must provide at least two contactable reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: Landela Nyangintsimbi
Email: LandelaN@tshwane.gov.za
Phone: 012-358-4762
How to apply: Bidders must download the tender documents and submit their responses exclusively through the City of Tshwane online e-tender portal. Physical submissions in tender boxes are not permitted.
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